Rik van de Kerkhof

The Netherlands
  • Discipline
  • speed
  • Teamwork
  • mid range
  • resilient
  • court vision

Athletic Info

Position:

Point Guard

Height:

1,85 m

6'1''

Wingspan:

1,84 m

6'1''

Academic Info

Entry semester:

Fall 2025

School:

Postgrad

Duolingo:

120

GPA:

2.35

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About Rik van de Kerkhof

Rik van de Kerkhof, a 6'1" versatile guard, brings a dynamic presence to both ends of the floor. Playing both guard positions, he combines speed, court awareness, and a strong mid-range game to impact the game effectively.

On the offensive end, Rik excels at attacking the basket with an explosive first step, finishing strong through contact. His ability to push the pace in transition makes him a constant threat on fast breaks, capitalizing on his speed and decision-making. A reliable mid-range shooter, he is comfortable scoring off the catch after using screens.

Defensively, Rik thrives in transition defense, using his speed and anticipation to disrupt opponents. While he continues to refine his help-side defense, his quickness and intensity make him a valuable asset on that end of the floor.

Rik's mentality and work ethic set him apart. He is relentless in his training, dedicating extra hours outside of team practices to improve his skills. A motivator on and off the court, he keeps his team focused and engaged.

With aspirations of playing professional basketball, Rik is determined to maximize his potential. His resilience, drive, and continuous improvement makes him a promising prospect as he prepares for his transition to a post-grad program in the U.S. in 2025.

Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard”

Rik van de Kerkhof