Kings of the Court: 2018 Player Evals
2018 Nathan Johnson, 6’6, G, Kingdom Hoops (Waukee): Johnson showed excellent shooting ability. He connected from the corner on a catch-and-shoot despite having a hand in his face multiple times. He even stepped back well behind the line to showcase…
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Continue Reading2018 Nathan Johnson, 6’6, G, Kingdom Hoops (Waukee): Johnson showed excellent shooting ability. He connected from the corner on a catch-and-shoot despite having a hand in his face multiple times. He even stepped back well behind the line to showcase some plus-range. He wasn’t a stationary shooter, though, as he was able to put the ball on the floor capably.
2018 Blake Brinkmeyer, 6’7, F, Kingdom Hoops (WDM Valley): I came away really impressed with what Brinkemeyer was able to do in the post. He’s got quick and efficient footwork with nary an extra step or movement. He keeps the ball high out of reach of guards digging down, both after entry passes and rebounds, of which he grabbed many.
2018 Nabil Musa, 6’0, G, Kingdom Hoops (Des Moines Roosevelt): Musa was really clever with his use of ball fakes, even dropping a modified version of the Dream Shake after a drive in which he faked a shot, pivoted to a step-through for an easy two.
2018 Jordan Lake, 6’, G, Martin Brothers (Western Dubuque): The point guard has a lot of tools that make him an effective 1, starting with his IQ. He quarterbacked the pick-and-roll extremely well and facilitated offense smartly, from driving and dishing to getting the team into set. Showed some range on his jump shot as well.
2018 Joseph Evans, Martin Brothers (Dowling Catholic): Evans made his mark on the defensive end, where he was very fundamental and solid in the post, rarely giving up any space. He proved to be a capable shot blocker as well while still avoiding fouls. Has a solid handle for a big man in the open court.
2018 Ben Gerdes, 6’3, G, Martin Brothers (Cedar Falls): Another strong Martin Brothers defender, Gerdes locked him man down in on-ball situations, showing the ability to keep his man in front at all times courtesy of some quickness and great footwork.
2018 Jacob Robertson, Martin Brothers (Linn-Mar): Robertson displayed a good motor and solid defensive presence, but really made his mark with his accurate 3-point shooting off dishes from his teammates.
2018 Tyler Kelley, 6’4, G, Martin Brothers (West Delaware): Kelley was a weapon for Martin Brothers in transition, where he filled lanes well and showed the ability to knock down shots from the outside.
2018 Harrison Brockway, 6’2, F, Winterset (Winterset): Brockway is undersized inside at 6-foot-2, but offensively he’s very crafty with expert use of his pivot, that allowed him to unleash a barrage of fakes and a nifty up-and-under move. He displayed loads of hoops IQ and skill as a passer as well.
2018 Ty Gilland, G, 5’10, Winterset (Winterset): Gilland showed lots of grit, not afraid to mix it up inside against the bigs and the ability to finish through contact, but also some skill, namely a very effective hesitation dribble that allowed him to maneuver into the teeth of the defense.
2018 Will Leytem, G, 5’11, Tri State Steam (Dubuque Wahlert): Leytem was best with the ball in his hands, being aggressive and creating for teammates. His handle is solid and he can pass well while on the move.
2018 Cade Daugherty, 6’, G, Tri State Steam (Bellevue Public): The off guard showed a solid stroke early in the game and then used that beautifully to set up drives to the basket, a quick pump fake and a couple dribbles and he was at the rim, where he showed some strength in creating and-one situations.