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FORWARD POSITION
6-11 HEIGHT
220 WEIGHT
SOPHOMORE YEAR
UNDEClared
PAT
ACKERMAN A strong defensive and rebounding presence around the rim with the athleticism to run the floor, Ackerman devoted his first season in the program to adding muscle to his 6-11 frame, expanding his offensive repertoire and learning Patrick Chambers’ defensive principles. A coach’s son, he possesses a nice 15 to 17-foot face-up jumper and the skill and versatility to pull opposing big men away from the basket as well as shot blocking skills. Ackerman will continue to prepare his body for the physical rigors of the Big Ten and look to expand his role in his second season in the program.
MAJOR
Rutland, Mass. HOMETOWN
Worcester Academy HIGH SCHOOL
Oct. 30, 1991 BIRTHDATE
Gretchen & Tom PARENTS
Meghann SIBLINGS
Ackerman’s Father, Tom, Was Head Coach at NCAA Div. II Programs Mansfield University & Assumption College NOTABLE
40 ˜ PENN STATE BASKETBALL
“Pat had a great off-season. He continued to work hard in the weight room changing his body and developing his game on the floor. He has great size and a number of skills, and we look forward to seeing his continued development in his second season.”
– Patrick Chambers