SWS Main Event: Stock Risers
There were a lot of very good performers at the SWS Main Event this past weekend. Here’s a look at the players who helped themselves the most. Colten Kresl 6’0” PG 2017 Chaparral (Powerhouse Black) Kresl played the entire event…
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Continue ReadingThere were a lot of very good performers at the SWS Main Event this past weekend. Here’s a look at the players who helped themselves the most.
Colten Kresl 6’0” PG 2017 Chaparral (Powerhouse Black)
Kresl played the entire event with a chip on his shoulder. The junior guard has trimmed up which has improved his quickness allowing him to showcase his skills at a higher level. Defensively he played with a ton of activity and was able to make plays for himself and others. He has made big strides since February and, if he keeps it up, you can plan on numerous low major coaches pulling the trigger.
Jaxson Baker 6’6” F 2018 Brophy Prep (Powerhouse Black 16U)
Baker was very solid this weekend. He was the top performer for a loaded Powerhouse Black group. He showed poise, skill, and versatility. Jaxson has the ability to consistently stretch the floor with his outside shot. At 6’6″ he handles it well, sees the floor in transition, and can also score on the block. Defensively he can play multiple positions and he is active on the glass. It’s early but he looks like he could develop into a solid mid major prospect.
Steele Bennett 6’10” C 2018 Desert Vista (Factory 16U)
Bennett is much improved. He has added weight and looks much more comfortable playing against players his age. He showed solid hands, patience on the block, and passed it well form both the high post and the block. He also rebounded and blocked shots well as he was active at the rim. He is a Division-I prospect and, the way he has developed in recent weeks, a ‘high major’ ceiling isn’t out of the question.
Cody Carmichael 5’8” PG 2017 Ironwood (Arizona United)
Carmichael showed that he can play with the best of them as he consistently blew by some of the best on the ball defenders in the state. He is very quick and crafty which allows him to get into the paint at will. He needs to develop a floater game or learn to finish better but that will come with time and hard work. He has an unteachable ability to get to the second line of the defense which, at worst, makes him a solid small college level prospect.
Majok Deng 6’5” SF 2019 Salpointe Catholic (Powerhouse Black 15U)
Deng performed very well this weekend, making everyone reconsider him as the #1 in-state prospect in the 2019 class. Not only does Majok have length and athleticism but he plays with a high level motor and has a great feel for the game. He was poised handling the ball, made good decisions, and has a nice stroke. He played aggressively which landed him at the free throw line multiple times. He also made some tough plays defensively which resulted in his team getting extra possessions.
Kade Parks 6’4” F 2017 Queen Creek (Firestorm)
Parks came in as an unknown and left as a college level prospect. The 6’4″ forward played with a lot of energy and activity. Defensively, he defended multiple positions and came up with a ton of rebounds and extra possessions. Offensively, he showed great versatility with his ability to knock down open shots, make drives to the rim, and finish through contact. He played with great toughness and also showed the ability to pass the ball on time, on target. A small college level prospect.
Nigel Shadd 6’9” C 2017 Tri-City (Factory)
Shadd has added strength to his frame and fluidity to his game. He pursed rebounds as soon as they came off the rim and snatched them with authority. Offensively, he played within himself planting himself on the baseline for easy catch and finish baskets. He was also active on the offensive glass. He is solidified himself as a high level mid major prospect at worst.
CJ Waters 6’5” F 2017 Gilbert (Firestorm)
Waters played the premier role for the Firestorm which allowed him to showcase his skills. The 6’5” forward displayed his versatility with his ability to handle the ball, knock down open shots, and finish through contact at the rim. He also defended multiple positions. He looked to be a legitimate D2/NAIA D1 prospect.