Henry Suico Focused on Growth as College Decision Nears

Henry Suico is at a decision point that many young athletes dream about but few navigate lightly.

The Cebuano guard, long regarded as one of the country’s promising high school prospects, is preparing to make one of the biggest decisions of his career: where to play college basketball.

Through his agent Ronald Dadivas, Suico confirmed that he is considering several major programs: La Salle, UP, UST, Adamson, and San Beda. Each school brings a different basketball tradition, strong culture, and competitive platform. For Suico, though, the decision goes beyond banners and championships.

“I believe these schools can help me grow and continue to be a better person and player,” he said in an exclusive interview.

That word — grow — comes up often when Suico talks about his future. While many prospects focus on exposure or immediate playing time, Suico is taking a more deliberate approach. He is currently going on campus visits, not just to meet coaches or see facilities, but to feel the environment.

“I’m looking for a school or program that can help me grow and improve as a person,” he shared. “Right now I’m going on campus visits to feel the environment of these different schools.”

It is a mature outlook from a player who has already been exposed to high-level competition. Suico has built a reputation in Cebu basketball circles for his poise and playmaking. He has also trained in elite settings, including NBA Academy Asia.

His next developmental step will take him even farther from home. Suico is set to attend an elite training camp in Madrid, Spain — an opportunity detailed in a recent feature by All-Star Magazine. The camp will expose him to European coaching principles and a different style of play, one known for precision, spacing, and disciplined ball movement.

“I believe that I can learn a lot,” he said of the trip. “Especially the way they play basketball in Europe.”

The experience could prove pivotal as he transitions to the college level. European basketball emphasizes quick decision-making and skill development, areas that naturally complement Suico’s strengths as a floor general. For a guard who prides himself on seeing the game unfold before others do, the exposure could refine his instincts even further.

When asked what excites him most about visiting potential colleges, Suico kept his focus on learning.

“I look forward to learning from different type of programs,” he said.

“Through just learning more about how college basketball is being played,” he explained when asked how a school can help him develop.

On the court, he is clear about where he wants to improve. “I want to improve more on my shot making,” he said, acknowledging that consistent scoring will be critical at the next level. As defenses tighten and athletes get bigger and stronger, shot creation and efficiency become non-negotiable skills for a collegiate guard.

At the same time, he recognizes what already separates him.

“My strength is my court vision.”

As his recruitment unfolds, the choice will ultimately come down to fit. Tradition matters. Coaching philosophy matters. Opportunity matters. But for Henry Suico, the decision will hinge on something deeper: which program can shape him into the best version of himself, both as a player and as a person.