Redemption Christian Academy (NY) Post Grad National 2026-27 Player Profiles
Redemption Christian Academy was founded in 1979 in Troy, NY, six miles northeast of Albany, by Pastor John Massey, Jr., on the premise that any student, regardless of race, sex, or background, could achieve academic excellence in the right environment. It is one of only four historically Black boarding schools in the nation. It serves roughly 100 students, Kindergarten through 12th grade with a post grad year. It has the ability to support students with ADD/ADHD and mild learning differences, and it runs a Spanish dual-language immersion program. It is able to fund scholarships and operating costs by running an on-campus commercial bakery, Goodway Gourmet, that ships products across the nation. Students work in the bakery. The school calls it a "living classroom" where students, staff, and volunteers work side by side baking, packaging, and fulfilling orders, learning discipline, consistency, and ownership.
The basketball program has been a key launching pad for college basketball prospects, and it routinely produces D1 players. Imahri Wooten '26, a nationally ranked player by 247 Sports, committed to Rutgers University after receiving multiple D1 offers
The basketball program is headed by Tristan Wilchcombe, who has been on the Lions' staff since 2013 and has coached at every level of the program. RCA runs three college prep teams, and the Post Grad National team is coached by Dominique Ingram, assisted by Jason Harrison. Coach Ingram is an alumnus of RCA, a former college player and now in his second year back coaching with the program. Coach Harrison is a young coach with an extremely bright coaching career ahead, and he brings a ton of experience from running his own AAU program.
The Post Grad National team competes in the Power 5 AAA conference and takes on high level non-conference opponents as well. RCA also tends to take a big trip each year to participate in a high level national showcase, such as Beach Blast, hosted by IMG Academy in Florida, or the Tarkanian Classic in Las Vegas. This season, the Post Grad National team heads to Houston, TX for the EG3 National Classic, November 19-22.
The 2026-27 Redemption Christian Academy Post Grad National team will include the players profiled below.
Osi Akhigbe (2027) 6'5 wing - Akhigbe is a talented scorer who plays with tremendous pace and composure. He has a unique ability to slow the game down, get to his spots, and create quality scoring opportunities without being rushed. Akhigbe is also a legitimate catch-and-shoot threat, making him dangerous both with and without the basketball. His combination of size, patience, and scoring ability gives him intriguing offensive versatility. Has received multiple NAIA offers, including William Penn, Florida National University and Arkansas Baptist College. Plays club ball with NE Revolt. 3.8 gpa RTB profile
Miguel Chaparo (2027) 6'0 point guard - Chaparro is a true floor general with outstanding court vision and a natural feel for creating offense. What separates him is his ability to break down a defense with the intention of creating an advantage for a teammate, rather than simply hunting his own shot. He is more than capable of scoring the basketball, but his playmaking and defensive presence often make an even bigger impact. Chaparro brings the type of unselfishness and decision-making coaches want from the point guard position. RTB profile
Darius Chizer (2027) 6'1 guard - Chizer is an aggressive combo guard capable of putting points on the board from virtually anywhere on the floor. He can create his own offense, stretch defenses from the perimeter, and also use his court vision to create opportunities for teammates. What could separate Chizer, however, is the toughness and competitiveness he brings defensively. A guard who can score, facilitate, and compete on the defensive end is always a dangerous combination. RTB profile
Lincoln Harper (2027) 6'6 small forward - Harper is the definition of a glue guy - the type of player whose value extends far beyond the box score. He rebounds at a high level, shoots the basketball effectively, finishes around the rim, and consistently makes winning plays. He understands how to play within the flow of the game and doesn't need the basketball in his hands to make an impact. Every successful team needs players who connect the pieces, and Harper has the ability to be exactly that. RTB profile
Aneaje Kearney (2027) 6'5 wing - Kearney is a versatile player whose biggest impact may come on the defensive end. His size, length, and athleticism allow him to defend multiple positions and take on some of the toughest assignments on the floor. Offensively, he provides additional value as a capable three-point shooter who can space the floor. His two-way versatility makes him an extremely valuable piece. RTB profile
Uzziah Morton (2027) 6'10 forward - Morton is a workhorse big who gives Redemption a legitimate presence in the frontcourt. He can score around the basket, compete on the glass, and has continued to develop the ability to step outside and knock down the open three. His combination of size and floor-spacing potential gives him versatility that is increasingly valuable at the next level. Morton has the tools to make this a significant season in his recruitment. RTB profile
Jaaziah O'Brien (2027) 6'3 guard - 2025-26 Big 6 All Conference Honorable Mention. 2025-26 All Power 5 AAA Second Team. O'Brien enters the year as an exciting prospect with the tools to make a significant jump. His explosive athleticism immediately stands out, but his ability to score at all three levels makes him much more than simply an athlete. O'Brien can put pressure on defenses in transition, attack the basket, and create offense from the perimeter. Has been offered by Alabama A&M and is drawing interest from Boston University, Youngstown State, and Marshall. RTB profile
Donavan Thomas (2027) 6'2 point guard - Thomas is a tenacious two-way point guard who sets the tone with his defensive intensity. Offensively, he has the ability to score at all three levels while consistently creating opportunities for those around him. His ability to change speeds, get into the paint, and make the right read makes him difficult to contain. Thomas' combination of playmaking and defensive toughness gives him the ability to impact the game on both ends. RTB profile
Landon Whiting (2027) 6'7 small forward - Whiting brings an intriguing combination of size, toughness, and perimeter shooting. He is physical around the basket and isn't afraid of contact, while also possessing the ability to step away from the paint and knock down shots. That inside-out versatility can create difficult matchups for opposing frontcourts. Whiting has the tools to become a major contributor on both ends of the floor this season. RTB profile
Elyas Zapata (2027) 6'4 shooting guard - Zapata is a floor-spacing shooting guard with legitimate range well beyond the three-point line. His shooting ability forces defenses to account for him at all times and creates additional space for his teammates to operate. But Zapata isn't simply a shooter; his defensive tenacity and willingness to compete make him a factor on the other end as well. He has the tools to make opposing scorers work for everything they get. RTB profile
The Post Grad National team's 2026-27 game schedule and results can be found by clicking here.