VIDEO Five-Star Basketball Recruit Nate Ament

Nate Ament, a 6-foot-9, 185-pound forward from Highland School in Warrenton, Virginia, is a consensus five-star recruit and one of the top players in the 2025 class.

Known for his versatility and scoring ability, Ament has attracted interest from several elite college basketball programs.

Recruitment Status

As of February 2025, Ament has narrowed his list of potential colleges to five: Arkansas, Duke, Kentucky, Louisville, and Tennessee.

He has completed official visits to Louisville (October 12), Tennessee (October 19), Notre Dame (November 9), Duke (January 31), and Kentucky (February 11).

Notably, he has yet to visit Arkansas officially.

Duke has been considered a strong contender in Ament’s recruitment, partly due to his close friendship with Duke commit Shelton Henderson. The two attended Duke’s Countdown to Craziness event together, and their potential to play together at the collegiate level has been a topic of discussion.

Player Profile

Ament is celebrated for his positional size, fluid movement, and athleticism. He exhibits potential as both a handler and shooter, boasting shooting splits of 47/42/90 during the 3SSB season. However, areas for development include gaining strength and adopting a more assertive mentality on the court.

Decision Timeline

Ament is expected to announce his college decision during the McDonald’s All-American Game festivities at the end of March or the beginning of April.

Factors influencing his decision include potential playing time, NIL opportunities, and fit with the projected roster.

As the highest-ranked uncommitted prospect in the 2025 class, Ament’s decision is highly anticipated and will significantly impact the recruiting landscape for the involved programs.