Height206cm / 6’9”
Weight95kg / 209lbs
PositionFORWARD Center
NationalityUnited States
BORNJUL. 18TH, 2002
Kyle Whippen is a high-energy, athletic wing-forward who plays with an exceptional motor and relentless intensity on both ends of the floor. An explosive athlete who thrives in transition and attacks aggressively, he impacts the game through hustle plays, rebounding, defensive activity, and physicality. Offensively, he brings versatility, toughness, and the ability to score in multiple ways while consistently competing with passion and energy every possession. His athleticism, competitiveness, and nonstop motor make him a highly intriguing professional prospect.
PLAYER’S DATA COURTESY OF EUROBASKET
Born in Washington, DC
Son of Richard and Heidi Whippen
Twin brother Chase played also at FSU
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Career:
2019-2020: Westfield, MA / Westfield High School
2020-2021: 2020-2021: California University of Pennsylvania (NCAA2): the season was canceled because of government lockdown due to covid-19 pandemic, then moved to Fairmont State University (NCAA2): 8 games: 2.0ppg, 1.1rpg
2021-2022: Fairmont State University (NCAA2): 29 games: 3.0ppg, 2.6rpg
2022-2023: Kutztown University (NCAA2): 25 games: 4.8ppg, 3.5rpg
2023-2024: Shippensburg University (NCAA2, starting five): 27 games: 8.9ppg, 8.3rpg, 1.9apg, 1.2bpg, FGP: 54.1%, 3PT: 20.0%, FT: 65.4%
2024-2025: University of Texas Permian Basin (NCAA2): 3 games: 3.0ppg, 4.0rpg
2025-2026: Frostburg State University (NCAA2, starting five): 13.6ppg, 8.6rpg, 1.4apg, 3pt: 62%
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Awards/Achievements:
MEC North Division Regular Season Co-Champion -2021
MEC Tournament Winner -2021
MEC Tournament Semifinals -2022