grassroots showcase | april 24-26

Player Evaluations

 

 

Robert Johnson #11

2027 Reach Legends

 

This kid is a talented slasher with a quick first step and a smooth handle. He's either finishing at the rim or cashing in at the free throw line. A good athlete that gives effort on the boards and is switchable on defense.

De'Mariante Givens #23

2027 Reach Legends

 

A skilled shot creator with a tight handle on the ball. He is quick and deductive with the ball and knows how to get to his spots and with out forcing anything. Doesn't shy away from contact and is a smooth finisher at the rim.

Elian Arick #20

2027 Ohio Premier/ Premier Chaos

 

Possesses a good mix of size and athleticism. Can anchor the back line of the defense and will send shots back with great timing as a shot blocker. Moves well for his size and plays light on his feet.

Jujuan Page #8

2027 Ohio Premier/ Premier Chaos

 

Has the length and physical tools to guard multiple positions. Plays unselfishly and reads the floor well as a facilitator. Can knock down shots from outside once he finds his rhythm.

Robert Page #1

2027 Ohio Premier/ Premier Chaos

 

A physical guard that gives great pressure as an onball defender. A floor general for his team that looks set his guys up with easy scoring opportunities. Regularly finds himself in the mix for loose balls and rebounds and communicates on both ends.

Omari Joyner #0

2027 Kentucky Basketball Club Pro16

 

Aggressive down hill scorer, he is tough to stop with a full head of steam barreling towards the basket. A reliable playmaker for his team that can handle the ball and get other players involved. Plays with great energy and and hustles on both ends.

Armani Bryd #11

2027 Kentucky Basketball Club Pro16

 

An athlete that can hop out the gym. He's long and quick on his feet. He is a dynamic defender that can erase shots at the rim. Will sky high for rebounds and plays with a high motor.

Noah Stephens #33

2027 Kentucky Ambition MHC

 

A strong post player that uses his frame to go up strong and compete inside. He does the dirty work for his team and battles for every rebound. He is a hard nosed defender and is always looking to make the extra pass.

Adrian Wilder #4

2027 Kentucky Ambition MHC

 

A sharp shooter from outside that stays active and plays well off the ball. He has the touch to finish in the lane as well when chased off the line. He plays the game the right way and makes a lot of winning plays on both ends of the floor.

Thomas Hayes #11

2027 All In P32

 

An exciting playmaker that passes the ball like he has eyes in the back of his head. He is smooth with ball in his hands and does a great job of taking what the defense gives him and not forcing up bad shots. You can tell he has a good understanding of how to play the game the right way.

Justin Jones #3

2027 All In P32

 

A shifty ball handler that can get to the rim at break-neck speed. He understands how to use his dribble to get to his spots. Does a good job of spreading the ball around and setting up his teammates. Uses his speed to fly to ball on defense and come up with steals in the passing lanes.

Alessandro Acosta-Reyes #0

2027 Monarchs

 

A athletic forward that uses his strong frame to be a physically imposing player on both ends. He has the versatility to score inside as well as put the ball on the floor and create his own shot from the perimeter. He plays hard on defense and will talk some trash while doing it.

Joseph Arnold  #3

2028 D Rice Elite

 

An elusive ball handler that can dribble with the ball on a string. He is always under control with the ball in his hands and doesn't let the defense rush him. He is a true floor general for his team that will set his teammates up with beautiful passes

Denham Butler #11

2028 D Rice Elite

 

This kid puts a lot of pressure on the back line of the defense with his ability to get inside and score at the basket. He is fearless when going down hill and is strong enough to finish through contact. He is crafty with the ball and uses his dribble to breakdown and blow by defenders. Overall a really skilled scorer in isolation that makes the game look easy

Dre Jenkins #15

2028 Hustle Elite

 

Does a lot of things well for his team. He can switch out and guard multiple positions, can make plays out on the perimeter, and flashes the ability to hit shots from outside. Rebounds the ball with a high motor and is more than comfortable bringing the ball up the floor and pushing the fast break.

Cooper Stone  #2

2028 Kentucky Basketball Club Pro16

 

The release on this kids jump shot; is smooth as butter. Plays with a high IQ and stays poised while being pressured with the ball. Plays with quick hands on defense pokes a lot of balls loose.

Jaiden Bartlett #15

2028 Kentucky Basketball Club Pro16

 

Has the physical tools needed to be a lock down defender. Looks to push the tempo with the ball in his hands off of rebounds. He flashed the ability to create plays for others and hit shots from the outside.

Joaquin Siakam #25

2028 Kentucky Basketball Club Pro16

 

This kid is a menace on the defensive end. He utilizes his length, strength, and athleticism to hound opposing ball handlers and block shots around the basket. Showed the ability to handle the ball and finish above the rim.

Jayden Rhodes  #12

2029 Old Gold Dream Team

 

An aggressive and physical player on both ends of the floor. He'll go up strong for rebounds and not allow anything easy on defense. Relentless in the way he hustles up and down the floor. Flashed some finesse to his game as well with some crisp passes and ability to handle the ball. He has good foot work and body control when finishing around the basket.

Kaiden Loy #12

2027 SMAC Boyz 2 Men

 

A sniper from the three point line. Shows the ability to create good looks for himself as well as his teammates off of the dribble. He is a smart guard that generally makes the right play with the ball in his hands.

Sevyn Jones #44

2027 SMAC Boyz 2 Men

 

This kid flys up and down the court like he was shot out of a cannon. Crashes the boards with enthusiasm and blocks shots with bad intentions. He has a relentless motor and is quick to follow up misses and score easy second chance points.

Kohl Ward  #23

2027 Tennessee Tigers

 

A speedy guard that plays fast with out being out of control. He pushes the pace with the ball in his hands and sprints for easy points in the fast break. He is a solid playmaker for his team and knows how to create good looks for himself off the dribble. He is a good point of attack defender that sits in his stance, slides his feet, and makes guards work hard to get by him.

Ayden Glenn #5

2027 Tennessee Tigers

 

His combination of quickness and crafty handles make him a really shifty guard to cover. Does a good job of breaking down his defender and getting to his spots. Even while undersized, he utilizes his leaping ability and body control to finish in the air through traffic.

Montavisus Griffin #16

All In E32

 

Speedy and elusive with the ball in hands. Like a blur in the open court, it is hard to stay in-front of him in transition. Knows how to break defenders down off the dribble and can finish in a variety of ways around the basket.

Nathan Ottoway  #23

All In E32

 

Uses his size well to be an anchor for his teams defense. He plays light on his feet and runs the floor well in transition. Has good touch around the basket and used some nice foot work and post moves to score in the post.

Paul Ridgway #2

2027 DistinXion

 

Never gives up on a play and does the dirty work for his team. What he lacks in height he makes up for in physicality. If there is a loose ball he is always in the mix ready and willing to put his body on the line. Plays with infectious energy and is the ultimate hustle player. He is a good athlete that will try to dunk every time in the fast break. Shows good guard skills for a wing player of his size. Makes some beautiful outlet passes.

Asher Robinson #13

2027 DistinXion

 

A smooth shooter with a beautiful release on his jumper. He is very active player on both ends of the floor and makes smart cuts while playing off the ball. He is a scrappy defender out on the perimeter and does a good job of using active hands without fouling.

Destin Spears  #23

2028 Illinois Bears Saddoris

 

He is nonstop on the glasses and goes up strong for every rebound. Hes a versatile player on offense that can finish around the basket as well as handle the ball facilitate the offense from the perimeter.

DJ Hayes #4

2028 Illinois Bears Saddoris

 

Dynamic ball handler that showcases his athleticism in the open floor. He can glide through the air and finish with score with touch at the basket. Has the strength and balance to score through contact. A very reliable ball handler with good awareness and court vision.

Joseph Creal III #3

2029 3D Empire Pro

 

Really strong for his age and a good athlete overall. Uses his frame well to be a physical defender and rebounder. He plays with an endless motor. Comfortable handling the ball and making plays as a passer. He flashed a good combination of strength and balance when driving inside and scoring.

Calvin Gilbert  #15

2029 3D Empire Pro

 

He is nonstop on the glasses and goes up strong for every rebound. Hes a versatile player on offense that can finish around the basket as well as handle the ball facilitate the offense from the perimeter.

Shamarr Smith #8

2029 Reach Legends

 

A versatile defender that can guard multiple positions and force a lot of turnovers in the passing lanes. Crashes the glass on both ends and runs the floor hard in transition. Can finish at the hoop and is willing to make the extra pass.

Dalton Ahlensdorf #24

2027 Racine Truth

 

Big man that not only moved very well, but he showed a lot of finesse at the rim. He runs the floor great, and he's always ready to catch and finish. He is comfortable using either hand at the rim which makes him tougher to guard. He flashes some nice back to the basket moves and a little hook.

Michael Lewis  #0

2027 Racine Truth

 

Intense defender and a reliable guard on the offensive end. He excels at beating defenders then showed off some nice interior passing, keeping defenders off balance. He also has a smooth shot, making him a threat from inside and out.

Yano Tidjani #2

2027 MBC Cincy Cooley 

 

This kid gives max effort all the time. As a guard, he is relentless on the glass, he outworked kids much bigger than him. He did a good job of breaking down defenders and making great passes for easier buckets. He plays at such a high speed with the ball in his hands, he's tough to contain in transition.

Vandell Slade #11

2027 JH 95

 

High flier that can get to the rim and make things happen. He's got nice length and can guard one through five if needed. He flies up and down the floor whether he has the ball or not, and that results in a lot of positive for his squad.

Dvontae Johnson  #3

2027 JH 95

 

Smooth crafty lefty. He has so much to his game. He's a combo guard that can score it or distribute, and he stays locked in and quiet most of the time. He can also get intense if pushed too far. He's a great shooter that is very reliable form deep, but also a guy that can shred you off the dribble and deceive defenders with footwork and fakes.

Antoine James #11

2027 Akron Torch

 

Big kid that can really get up! He is a great defender with his length and passion. He plays above the rim but he can also put the ball on the floor and slash. He also showed some perimeter shot creating later in the weekend. He also showed great sportsmanship after a heated game, flipping the switch and leaving it on the court to show respect to his opponent.

Terrell Smith #10

2028 Dixon Stars

 

Big strong kid that plays with passion the entire time he's on the court. He was a very active defender on the ball, and seemed to take pride in it. He also hit the boards very hard and could get the break started very quickly off rebounds. He showed off very good shot making ability on the perimeter as well. You could just tell this kid hates to lose.

Jonah Brown  #12

2028 KBC West

 

Loved this kids toughness and grit. He has the power and force to stand up to any player on the post. He hits the boards hard, and runs the floor well! He also showed some nice polished back to the basket moves that seem to be rare these days.

Braylon Coots #2

2028 KBC West

 

This kid is a nightmare to guard. Not only can he handle any pressure but he can make you pay for being too aggressive with his quickness and impressive reaction time with dribble moves. When he gets to the paint it's over! He can create shots in the midrange that will have you very frustrated and his ability to finish at the rim like a magician will have you shaking your head!

Kobe Drake #1

2027 Michigan Warriors

 

Pretty compete game for this guy. Although he is a great athlete, that's not what he overwhelms you with, it's his wide array of skills that do that. He can finish at rim using his size and strength, but he can also hit jump shot. He's an excellent passer that keeps his teammates involved and invested despite him being a big scorer.

Antoine Cannon  #9

2027 Michigan Warriors

 

Very tough lead guard that plays an intense physical type of ball. He can handle even the best defenders ball pressure while not losing focus of the floor. He defends like crazy and can turn turnovers into points very quickly. Just a tough hard nosed kid that has the strength to compete.

Owan Mburugu #1

2027 Hidden Gems Phenom Gold

 

He handed the ball uncharacteristically well for a player his size. While he does all the things that need to DJ done around the basket, he can also handle the ball well and often times runs the point. The matchup nightmares this creates for the opposition is almost unfair.

Rajon Rondo Jr #2

2030 Rondo Academy

 

Certainly a chip off the old block when it comes to his handles and passing game. His poise with the ball, ability to not allow defenders to speed him up or lose focus. He's extremely strong and has a solid frame for an 8th grader, and he uses it to attack the rim with conviction.

Mason Calhoun  #23

2030 Rondo Academy

 

Love this kids intensity. He's strong and he isn't afraid to stick his nose in anywhere to make a defensive or hustle play. He's able to play either guard spot, and doesn't stay stand around when the ball isn't in his hands. He had some really nice takes to the basket through traffic that showed off how physical he is.

Ashton Sheldrake #25

2027 Dixon Stars

 

Really like this kid and his well rounded game. First of all he's an emotional leader for his squad that does not back down from any one and that intensity is infectious for his team. He has nice length, he can shoot it and make plays on the perimeter. He also carries that intensity over to the defensive end when he's on the ball and on the glass.

LaTrayn Wilson #2

2028 Reach Legends

 

This kid is lightning fast! He is almost impossible to stay in front of and can go left just as well as he goes right, when he gets there he's great at getting either a bucket or free throws. He uses the same athleticism to fly around on defense and in transition.

Joseph Creal III  #3

2029 3D Empire PRO

 

Truly unique talent with his inside and outside skillset. He has really good size, and he goes hard on the boards. He also has good ball skills, excellent for his size. He's comfortable with the ball on the perimeter. He's can lead the offense, beat bigs off the dribble, and hit shots from deep. If you guard him with a guard, he can take them deep and overpower them.

Cherish Eric #2

2028 Hoop Athens

 

This young man is absolutely dynamite! He is so quick, so skilled and has a next level feel for the game. He has such impressive change of speed and change of direction, and he can stop on a dime to drop an unexpected pass or pull up. He is a nightmare to guard, and he keeps this same energy and intensity all game.

Caden Winkler #3

2031 Team Goose

 

He was the strongest most intense kid on the court and he made sure the defense got a reminder every chance he got. There wasn't anyone who could stop him from getting what he wanted, when he wanted it, from the foul line in. This resulted in a lot of free throws and a lot of boards.

Trace Short  #11

2031 Team Goose

 

Exciting skillset for this young man. He had really nice handles, he looked to attack while also keeping his eyes up for his teammates. He also showed off a nice smooth jump shot that he could get off quick and already has nice range and touch.

Naashon Nesmith #12

2032 Team Herro

 

This dude is lightning quick! At this age there's no one who can stay in front of him. Coupled with his nice handles, change of direction, and burst of speed, he is electric.

Caden Winkler #3

2032 Pro Lane

 

Kid is a walking bucket! He can get buckets as a jump shooter or off the dribble. The defense has to pay special attention to him, throwing the defense off a little no matter if he has the ball or not.

Adrian Czejak  #31

2029 Kessel Heat

 

Very fundamental player! He's not gonna move the needle athletically, but man is he gifted as far as his skill set and IQ. He is such a nice passer, especially out of the high post. He has true back to the basket post moves and he spun baseline so smoothly.

Troi Watkins #2

2029 Ohio Saints Kaylor

 

An all around bucket getter and high energy kid. He's elusive with the ball, and has a very high IQ. He plays with some flair and confidence.

Cam Stachewycz #14

2028 SMAC Boyz 2 Men

 

Smooth guard with great awareness. He got a few steals just by helping off quickly or trapping from behind. He's a smooth finisher with either hand and doesn't let the bigs speed him up or deter him.

Arris Malone #22

2028 SMAC Boyz 2 Men

 

Very nice length and athleticism, paired with energy. He runs the floor well, he knows he will get rewarded by his guards if he does. He moves well in the half court, staying active and wanting the ball. He's a solid passer out of the post as well. He plays strong at the rim, taking the ball up with authority and looking to punish anyone who contests.

Liam Etter #11

2029 WI Dynasty

 

He's got good length and he plays with a nice basketball instinct. He isn't the fastest kid but he's able to get shots on the perimeter with his patience and ability to manipulate defenders with footwork and calmness.

Braelon Herron #1

2029 Ohio Saints Kaylor

 

This kid is dynamic. He plays with so much confidence, and it's earned. He is so explosive from point A to point B, but also explosive off the floor. He has nice agility in the air to avoid shot blockers. He's also a great passer that plays very unselfishly and more than willing to make heady passes after breaking down defenses, to get his teammates easy buckets.

Ian Newble #14

2027 D Rice Elite

 

Really smooth player that has the length and athleticism to give his team a lot of versatility. He can bang down low with the bigs, rebound, keep possessions alive. He's also can also step out and pull the bigs away from the rim with his ability to hit shots from deep.

Kellen Cantrell #22

2027 3D Empire PRO

 

Very well balanced game, he affects the game in so many ways. He can shoot the rock, but also use footwork and fakes to get mid range buckets. Defensively he has high awareness and gets steals purely based on great anticipation and instincts.

Jensen Lepla #5

2027 D Rice Elite

 

This dude is a sniper from deep! He's out there to make teams pay for not guarding him. He hit some off the catch, but he also showed he can be a shot creator on his own on the perimeter.

Gilbert Aluga #6

2027 3D Empire PRO

 

Nice power player that gets very physical in the paint. He gets results with his hustle and tough nature. He finishes well around the rim and he even showed her could handle the rock in transition as well as step out and knock down shots from range. His physicality alone costed the opponent several fouls.

Rayshawn Hamilton Jr #5

2026 Akron Torch

 

Rayshawn is an absolute menace in the court! The way he attacks the rim with absolute disregard for his opponent is impressive. He's so explosive off the floor but the most incredible aspect is the way he can absorb any and all contact int he air and finish every time. Not once did he get knocked off balance in the air. He is a high flier that flushes it routinely, in traffic or without. He can also create his own shot on the perimeter, which makes him an absolute nightmare to defend.

Vern Reynolds #55

2028 Akron Torch

 

This dude is lightning fast! There aren't many people who can contain him without help. He also finishes well amongst the bigs. The minute you sag off to protect the drive, he will pop a jumper.

Vern Reynolds #55

2028 Akron Torch

 

This dude is lightning fast! There aren't many people who can contain him without help. He also finishes well amongst the bigs. The minute you sag off to protect the drive, he will pop a jumper.

Don Hoover #1

2027 Power 5 Brelove

 

Very complete player that has the right sense and athleticism! He is a tremendous defender, on the interior and even better on the perimeter where he can put a damper on even the best players. Hr also showed a solid game on the offensive end with an ability to stretch the defense with nice range.

Don Coleman #15

2027 Power 5 Brelove

 

Dude is a high flier! Do not let him turn the corner on you cause he will flush it! He's very good in transition as well using his length and agility. He rebounds well and also changes or blocks a lot of shots.

 

 

 

 

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