Region Rankings: 2022 Chicago North & Northwest Suburbs

<p>Time to dive into our Region Ranking Series!  In this series we will look at the best prospects from a specific area in the class of 2022!  Here are our top <strong>Chicago North and Northwest Suburbs Prospects </strong>in the rising junior class!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#1  [player_tooltip player_id="863581" first="Nigel" last="Hylton"] (Lake Forest Academy)</strong></p> <p>Hylton headlines a stacked LFA 2022 group that holds down four of the top 5 spots on this list.  The Canadian stands at about 6’8” with a skill set that fits where the game is going.  He has athleticism and mobility that play well on both ends of the floor.  His ability to shoot the ball at his size at a consistent clip is very impressive.  Hylton drills threes spotting up very well from three.  Like his versatility on the defensive end.  Ton of upside moving forward.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#2  [player_tooltip player_id="863588" first="Kam" last="Craft"] (Buffalo Grove)</strong></p> <p>Craft is an ultra-smooth scorer that just looks effortless at times.  He has a bit of a funky release on his three point shot, but it goes in at a nice clip.  Averaged 23 points per game this past season using a lot of step backs to create his own shot.  Craft plays with creativity when the rock is in his hands.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#3  [player_tooltip player_id="863593" first="Danny" last="Wolf"] (Lake Forest Academy)</strong></p> <p>Wolf is the younger brother of top 50 prospect in 2021 [player_tooltip player_id="765192" first="Jake" last="Wolf"].  Danny is a face up four that is a decent athlete.  At 6’10” he is a high level shot maker that drills shots from all over the floor.  Very skilled all-around player that can dish the rock well for a big man.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#4  [player_tooltip player_id="863617" first="Shaedon" last="Simpson"] (Lake Forest Academy)</strong></p> <p>Simpson has flown up this list over the last year.  Long and rangy 6’4” shooting guard that is developing as a really nice two way wing.  He is at his best slashing through traffic and getting to the rim with his long strides.  Capable shooter and is a quality defender.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#5  [player_tooltip player_id="863592" first="Darius" last="Duff"] (Lake Forest Academy)</strong></p> <p>Duff is a combo guard from LFA that presents plus athleticism and upside.  He has deep range on his shot and has a burst off the bounce getting to the rim.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#6  [player_tooltip player_id="925190" first="Cooper" last="Noard"] (Glenbrook South)</strong></p> <p>Noard is an intriguing point guard prospect that is a tough leader at the point.  He emerged as a sophomore with his ability to get his hot hands involved offensively along with knocking down threes at a high clip.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#7  [player_tooltip player_id="925184" first="Damari" last="Wheeler-Thomas"] (Larkin)</strong></p> <p>This 5’11” point guard is so quick off the bounce.  Wins off the dribble consistently where he often gets fouled.  Capable shooter with range.  Should be the next standout prospect from Larkin.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#8  [player_tooltip player_id="925196" first="Yosef" last="Oliff"] (Niles North)</strong></p> <p>Oliff is another smaller guard that can play.  He played off the ball quite a bit this past season where he was utilized as a knock down shooter.  Also likes the runner game when handling it.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#9  [player_tooltip player_id="925224" first="Nick" last="Martinelli"] (Glenbrook South)</strong></p> <p>Martinelli is the younger brother of last year’s Titans star Dominic.  They have similar games in some respects.  Nick is a 6’6” four man that is crafty putting it on the deck with his left hand.  Finishes well in the paint.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>#10  [player_tooltip player_id="925227" first="Chase" last="Bonder"] (Libertyville)</strong></p> <p>Bonder is a 6’5” four man that has skilled post moves, but can also stretch the floor with his shooting off the catch.</p>