Spring Combine Recapture: Jordan Ham
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The Spring Combine unveiled several college prospects and the sixth best participant to emerge was Jordan Ham (West Creek). Ham's 6-foot-4 frame moved smoothly around the Blackman Middle School gymnasium. Ham's potential on the wing suggest NAIA or Division II. He gives the coach the ideal guard size and though Ham, like all high school athletes, can still add muscle he currently brings a physicality to the position.
Jordan Ham, 6'4" Wing (West Creek) -- 2020
Jordan Ham bounded 27.5" off the ground in the vertical jump test.- Standing Reach -- 98" or 8'2"
- Height/Weight -- 6'4" 178 pounds
- Wingspan -- 6'9"
- Vertical -- 27.0"
- Hand Length -- 9"
- Lane Agility -- 11.90, 11.30
Jordan Ham weighed 178 pounds, so his natural physical maturation is developing nicely. Frankly, Jordan was rarely challenged at this event physically. Most of the guards were smaller and weaker. It will be interesting to see Jordan Ham suit up with Team ARG 17u this spring/summer to evaluate further how he handles strong guards.
Ham's standing reach is remarkable (98"), while his wingspan extends five inches longer than his height. The +5 difference is a tantalizing number in this world of length. The NBA lane agility test (traversing the free throw lane and returning back in the opposite direction) conveys a prospect's ability to change directions. Jordan Ham recorded one of the fastest times (11.30) and the fastest of any player taller than 6-foot-2.
West Creek junior wing guard Jordan Ham does best in the lane, finishing after contact. For much of the combine showing Jordan took the ball in deep. He did not take many outside shots. His shooting form is ok as he does utilize his powerful legs nicely. The shoulders and arms are not as fluid as possible. This is a potential growth area. Defensively, Ham has the strength and lateral mobility to be a plus defender at the Class AAA varsity level next winter.
One personality trait that makes Jordan Ham an attractive prospect is his high motor. Sunday #20 was consistently moving his feet and committing his body to the moment. The guard's hard work is undeniable and impossible to ignore.
Looking beyond high school, Ham is capable of playing in college. He has the strong body, perfect height, quick feet. Shooting touch, shooting off the dribble, and handle need to improve to raise his recruiting profile.
