Watchlist: Young forwards on the rise
With players, coaches and fans anxious to get back in the gym this summer, Prep Hoops Kansas takes a look at several underrated young forwards who may hit the hardwood this summer. Brady Klotz, 6’4, G/F, 2022, Royal Valley…
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Continue ReadingWith players, coaches and fans anxious to get back in the gym this summer, Prep Hoops Kansas takes a look at several underrated young forwards who may hit the hardwood this summer.
Brady Klotz, 6’4, G/F, 2022, Royal Valley
Klotz has a seasoned game on the low post and shows the ability to shuffle his feet and score using floaters and hook style shots on the block. He can back opponents up with his size and uses length to his advantage while scoring and rebounding. He’s a tough and physical player and likes to have the ball in one-on-one situations where he can make moves and cross up opponents.
Tyler Little, F, 2023, Galena
A skilled forward who plays hard and can make things happen as an on-ball defender and as a rebounder and scorer. Little makes strong plays with the ball and can clean up plays around the basket and can score from several feet beyond. He is a tough overall and is intelligent and has solid athleticism and hustle for his position. A solid prospect and team leader.
Dylan Van Laeys, 6’4, F, 2022, Logan
A nice two-way player with good size and good movement. He has a way of scoring around the basket and can get his shot off in transition and in half court settings. He comes up big in important games and can score and rebound well and he sets a tone defensively. He has long arms to go along with his 6’4 frame and brings a football toughness and physicality to the hardwood.
Eli Sawyers, 6’5, F, 2023, Southeast-Saline
A solid two-way player who has great size and length. Sawyers gets out in transition and can score and make plays around the basket. He is also a good defender who can Stay in front of the ball and play on the perimeter and inside given his speed and footwork and size. He has a nice shot and good mechanics and scores in a variety of waves, showing creativity and a high IQ.
Brayden Schilling, 6’5, F, 2022, Hesston
A skilled forward with great size and good agility. Schilling is a long and athletic forward who has good length and the ability to defend, rebound and score. He has a good upside given his athleticism, speed and 6’5 frame but he also shows a good work ethic and does a lot of little things well that sometimes go overlooked. He plays his part and can adapt his game well and has a developing skill set.
Dalton Schrag, 6’5, F, 2022, Pretty Prairie
A long and active forward who runs the baseline and can score using his jump shot several feet from the basket. He has great size at 6’5 and can use his frame to keep opponents off balance when they are defending him. Schrag hustles on both ends and has good instincts and solid overall game.