Summer Reset: Dynasty 17U
Editor’s note: Ahead of the July live recruiting periods, we will be looking back at what teams have accomplished and what they look to do in the coming month. The survey is filled out my program directors and coaches. Team:…
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Continue ReadingEditor’s note: Ahead of the July live recruiting periods, we will be looking back at what teams have accomplished and what they look to do in the coming month. The survey is filled out my program directors and coaches.
Team: Iowa Dynasty 17u
Program director: Nate Meints
Record: 13-8
Best tournament finish(es): 1st place (Gold Division) Battle at the Lakes
Team MVP: Jake Eilers, Cedar Rapids Prairie: Jake has been incredible for us all season. He has an extremely high IQ to go along with his incredible ability to shoot the 3 and pull up jump shots make him a coaches dream. He might be the most consistent shooter in the MVC next season.
Biggest surprise (player or team attribute/accomplishment): Jake Eilers/ Donovan Beard (Cedar Rapids Washington). Donovan started out the season a little slowly but has been great for us in our last three tournaments. At 6’7 he has the ability to drive and hit a pull up jumper or finish strong at the rim. His 3-pt shot has been much improved this season as well. He looks like a guy that could have a huge July and upcoming high school season.
Best defender: Marshawn Yarbrough, Iowa City West: Has the ability to guard 1-4 on the floor. Given his combination of quickness and strength, he has the potential to be an absolute lockdown defender.
Best team moment: Winning gold bracket at Battle at the Lakes tournament
Evaluation of how your team preformed in the spring: We haven’t yet played to our potential due to injuries and guys missing tournaments for various reasons, which has led to inconsistent play.
July schedule:
July 8-10 – Chicago Summer Slam
July 15-17 – Battle at the Arch
July 21-24 – Sunflower Showcase
July goals (for team and/or individual players): Would like to get everyone healthy and at every tournament. We think we have the ability to make some noise this July when we have our full team.