Chapin's run of dominance didn't happen overnight, and their journey to becoming a basketball superpower is one that will inspire athletes around El Paso.
Former Chapin High School basketball star KJ Lewis didn't forget about his El Paso roots despite spending his last year of high school hundreds of miles away.
The contracts have begun to trickle down to the high school level after the NCAA’s decision last year to allow college athletes to monetize their stardom.
The entire sporting community of El Paso watched as class of 2023 star junior guard KJ Lewis announced his commitment to Pac-12 powerhouse Arizona on Wednesday in front of friends and family at Chapin High School.
KJ Lewis, one of the best high school basketball prospects ever to play in El Paso, has been banged up by opponents and officials over the last three years.
According to on3.com, Chapin High star guard KJ Lewis has narrowed his college list to eight, with Arizona and Texas Tech the favorites for the El Pasoan.
Lewis, who is ranked the No. 2 prospect in Texas and No. 25 overall in the country according to 247 Sports, turned down a two-year, $500,000 professional contract from Overtime Elite.