Hansel Enmanuel: A story of diligence and dunks Austin Peay guard Hansel Enmanuel has carved out a viral basketball career while playing with one arm.

Hansel Emmanuel went viral in 2021 through a series of online videos which demonstrated his exceptional dunking skills. He would go on to score his first points in a collegiate game in December 2022.

Life Christian Academy player Hansel-Emmanuel Donato waves to the crowd after LCA beat Rabun Gap 66-63 during the Kevin Brown Memorial Tournament of Champions on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021.

Hansel Emmanuel Donato, the 6-foot-5 internet sensation who plays basketball with one arm, received a scholarship offer from Tennessee State University on Thursday.

“Hansel Emmanuel’s grit and his form and everything that he does is just absolutely amazing. And I feel like he could definitely end up taking this as far as going to the NBA.