Paityn London of Freeport Basketball Commits to DePaul
Freeport standout Paityn London has chosen DePaul for her college basketball career, opening up about the decision that will take her to the Big East program.
Freeport's Paityn London Picks DePaul for College Basketball
Paityn London, one of the top Freeport basketball players in her class, has committed to DePaul University for her college career. The Freeport standout recently spoke publicly about what drove her to choose the Chicago-based program, according to reporting from MyStateline.
London's commitment marks a notable moment for Freeport basketball, a program that has produced college-level talent in recent years. Her decision to join DePaul puts her in the Big East, one of the more competitive conferences in women's college basketball.
Why London Chose DePaul
London discussed her reasoning behind the commitment, pointing to the fit she felt with the DePaul program. While specific quotes were not independently verified beyond the original MyStateline report, her decision reflects the kind of deliberate program evaluation most high-level recruits go through, weighing coaching staff, playing style, academics, and long-term opportunity.
DePaul's women's basketball program has built a reputation as a serious recruiting destination. Playing in Chicago also offers London proximity to a major media market and a program with a track record of developing players at a high level.
What the Commitment Means for Freeport
For Freeport, losing a player of London's caliber to a Big East program is a reflection of the quality being developed at the high school level. Recruits from smaller Illinois markets landing at programs like DePaul help raise the profile of their home programs and can open doors for future players coming out of the same system.
London's commitment has drawn attention in Illinois prep basketball circles. High school prospects who commit to major conference programs early create a blueprint for younger players in their communities.
Her move to DePaul will be one to track as she transitions from one of Freeport's standout players to a college roster competing in a tough conference schedule each season.
