Metro Indy Fall League: 2017 Posts To Watch
This weekend, two big Fall Leagues get underway. The Metro Indy Fall League will play host to 34 teams and over 300 players from around the state. Many college programs have already made plans to be in attendance for the…
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Continue ReadingThis weekend, two big Fall Leagues get underway. The Metro Indy Fall League will play host to 34 teams and over 300 players from around the state. Many college programs have already made plans to be in attendance for the opening weekend so we took some time to break down lists of the 2017 prospects to key in on. Here is a look at the forwards and centers to watch.
Stephon Peters–Smith (6’8 – 2017 – Columbus North). The reason teams should watch Peters-Smith is for the upside down the road. He’s still very raw but his body is about perfect for the college game and ready-to-go. Academics are outstanding and he gives you a project you’ll love.
Ben Kinker (6’7 – 2017 – Oldenburg Academy). For Kinker, he has a ton of skill. A guy that can step out and shoot from distance as well as play inside. His interior game is what you’ll want to see improve as well as his body but you aren’t going to find a more skilled big in this class at the non-DI level.
Connor Washburn (6’7 – 2017 – Fishers). Washburn should surprise people if he gets in an up-and-down game. Didn’t see him use it a ton during his AAU season but the guy can get up and play above the rim. Perfect rim runner big who has decent touch with his back to the basket. Similar athletically and body wise to Brandon Van Sant (Bloomfield ’16).
Mike Pitz (6’6 – 2017 – Carmel). The reason you recruit Pitz is because of his effort and his academics. He’s one of my no-risk kids that I harp on. Wants high academics and can give you all the energy you can handle. Isn’t going to blow you away with his vertical or quickness but he’ll push everyone of his teammates in practice and be a nuisance in the paint.
Emmanuel Little (6’6 – 2017 – North Central). Little is your high-end prospect. He has the ability to be a DI player over time but the motor is key. When he is locked in, he’s a double-double without having to run a play for him. When he isn’t, he still isn’t too bad. Rebounding is his specialty and he can give you production in multiple categories.
Wyatt Hughes (6’8 – 2017 – Maconaquah). Wyatt is a potential DI prospect as well, mainly due to his shooting. Very good perimeter shooter who has developed that into a mid-range game too. Once in college, he should be able to tone the body to give him more speed and quickness which will only make him more deadly.
Cam Dixon (6’7 – 2017 – Guerin Catholic). Dixon is very similar to Pitz in that he is a no-risk kid. Great grades, great effort and size and weight to throw around. Dixon has some athleticism that is hidden in there and can be brought out. I think his best days are ahead of him and worth a look in this setting.
Erick Shepherd (6’6 – 2017 – Mt. Vernon-Fortville). Shepherd is the second-most skilled big man we have on this list. In the mid-range, Shepherd is a monster. Versatile, mobile, athletic, and he has pretty decent touch in the 15′ range. However, he’s going to have to get that perimeter jumper into his arsenal if he wants to maximize his ability.
Joseph Counts (6’6 – 2017 – Fishers). Counts is right behind Hughes in terms of shooting ability. Joe is also a bit more versatile because you could, depending upon the conference and makeup, play multiple spots. He’s a wing forward because of his ability to move and the lack of a dominant post game. Scoring comes in waves but brings a lot of offense.