2027 Top-10 recruit Josh Leonard unofficially visiting NC State

Josh Leonard, one of the top recruits in the 2027 class, will be on campus at NC State today for an unofficial visit, a source told On3.

The 6-foot-6 small forward out of Wilson High School in Florence, South Carolina is the No. 10 overall prospect in the 2027 class, according to the On3 Industry Ranking — a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies (On3, 247, ESPN, Rivals).

On3’s evaluators are higher on Leonard, ranking him 3rd nationally in the class.

Leonard discussed his game in a recent conversation with On3’s Jamie Shaw.

“I’m a player who can fit on any team,” Leonard told On3. “I can bring a team together, kind of like a glue guy who can do a lot of things on the court. My ball handling and defense are big strengths now. I’ve been working on them and can see the difference. My motor and my stamina have always been good.”

Leonard was a standout at the USA Basketball Minicamp in April, according to Shaw.

“There is a rugged nature that Josh Leonard seems to consistently bring to the floor. The 6-foot-6 wing found his groove on day one, and onlookers would consistently find him at the rim, finishing plays.

“Leonard produces across the board as a defensive stopper on the perimeter and someone who can create offense for himself or his teammates. He has excellent size, with good length and explosive pop. While he will need to continue tightening the jump shot, he used his strong frame to play with a purpose and a motor throughout the USA Basketball minicamp.”