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Future Mountaineer Leads Team to National Title
4 Apr
Summary
- Miles Sadler led his team to a national championship victory.
- He scored 23 points and dished out nine assists.
- Sadler impressed with his scoring, playmaking, and defense.

Future West Virginia guard Miles Sadler has led CIA Bella Vista to a national championship. The team secured the 2026 Chipotle Nationals title with a 69-65 victory over Montverde Academy.
Sadler was the standout player, contributing 23 points and nine assists in the championship game. His offensive performance was strong, despite Montverde Academy's efforts to slow him down. He demonstrated excellent court vision and an ability to push the ball forward.
Beyond scoring, Sadler's calm demeanor and decision-making under pressure were noted. He excels at finishing through contact at the rim. His defensive intensity, including full-court pressing, is expected to be a perfect fit for the West Virginia program's system.
Sadler's recruitment by numerous schools and high ranking underscore his potential to immediately influence the direction of the West Virginia basketball program.