Conference Preview: Central State Eight
<p>The high school season is almost here in the state of Illinois! With that we look at some of the top conferences throughout the state and some of the prospects in those conferences! Today it is the <strong>Central State Eight</strong>!</p>
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<p><strong>Preseason Player of Year</strong></p>
<p>James Dent (Springfield Southeast)</p>
<p>Dent played a complimentary role last season for Southeast. This year he will step into the primary offensive weapon role. He showcased over the summer that he is ready to do that with his ability to score from the perimeter. One of the top shooters in the state with his ability to knock down shots from beyond the arc. Such a feathery jumper!</p>
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<p><strong>Preseason Conference Favorite</strong></p>
<p>It’s hard not to give Lanphier the nod here. They have the history, coaching, and a deep team. Their two best prospects are underclassmen in sophomore shooting guard Tye Banks and freshman point guard Tevonta Jackson. The depth of wings and lengthy forwards should make them a really good defensive team. Normal U-High has a dynamic leader at the point in Alex Wood that can carry his team to a win over anyone in a one game scenario. Kaden Stork is an intriguing sophomore forward to track. </p>
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<p><strong>Ranked Prospects to Watch</strong></p>
<p>RJ Walker (Decatur Eisenhower – 2021)<br />
Brylan Phillips (Decatur Eisenhower – 2022)<br />
Alex Wood (Normal U-High – 2020)<br />
Kaden Stork (Normal U-High – 2022)<br />
Shane Miller (Springfield – 2021)<br />
Tyvin Garrison (Springfield – 2021)<br />
Jaden Snodgrass (Springfield Lanphier – 2020)<br />
Michael Ousley (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
KJ Debrick (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
TJ Price (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
Doshawn Meyers (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
Tye Banks (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
Mehki Phillips (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
Tevonta Jackson (Springfield Lanphier – 2021)<br />
James Dent (Springfield Southeast – 2021)</p>
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<p><strong>Top Contenders</strong></p>
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<li>Springfield Lanphier</li>
<li>Normal U-High</li>
<li>Springfield Southeast</li>
<li>Decatur Eisenhower</li>
<li>Sacred Heart Griffin</li>
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