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At Charlotte: A member of the 49ers Top 20 recruiting class (#19 - Athlon) ... A “throwback” player with strong fundamentals who understands the game. An excellent passer who holds his high school’s all-time assist record.
At Central Catholic: Averaged 16.5 points; 8.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists in becoming the Knight’s all-time assist leader ... added 2.5 blocks ... a high honorable mention all-state performer ... named all-Hoosier Heartland Conference ... team captain ... led Central Catholic to 21-6 record, winning four playoff games before falling to eventual state champion in the regional championship.
Personal: Son of Ron and Helen Best ... born March 28, 1983 ... brother, Travis, played two years at Louisville and two years at Purdue ...
Notes/Highlights
* Central Catholic’s all-time leader in career assists.
* Averaged 16.5 points; 8.0 rebounds and 6.0 assists as a senior.
* Has been termed a throwback player because of his knowledge of the game and strong fundamentals.
“Tyler’s a very skilled big guy who can play with his back to the basket but will need strength and maturity. He’s a good shooter and an excellent passer and a very smart player.” -- Bobby Lutz
