PH 250 Expo: Strong First Impressions
The second annual Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo was in Louisville Sunday and there were several talented kids in the building. One good thing about showcases like this is that some kids we’ve never seen have a chance to make…
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Continue ReadingThe second annual Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo was in Louisville Sunday and there were several talented kids in the building. One good thing about showcases like this is that some kids we’ve never seen have a chance to make a first impression. Here’s a look at some prospects who impressed in the first time I saw them.
Stacy Anderson, Eastern – The 2022 group at Eastern is loaded with talent and with Anderson flies under the radar since he hasn’t had a huge opportunity to stand out as more than a role player. On Sunday, Stacey showed he can get into the paint and knock down open shots. He should see a bigger role for the Eagles this season.
Lance Skinner, Henderson County – The main note I had on the Senior guard was “shifty” and that’s exactly what Skinner was at the Expo. With good quickness and the ability to change speeds, Lance showed he can get past opposing guards and was a willing passer when teammates were open.
Dakota Capps, Clarksville – Although most of the kids at camp were from Kentucky, Capps made the trip from Indiana and had a good showing. Dakota didn’t blow me away with any one aspect of his game but rather the fact that he’s a well rounded player who can do it all.
Jordan Brady, Thomas Nelson – Brady was a shot maker at camp. He shot the ball well from the perimeter and showed consistency as a pick and pop player. Jordan is very thin but his sleight frame didn’t keep him from trying to attack the rim in transition.
Jackson Midyett, Hickman County – One of the players who made the trip all the way from the first region, Jackson is a skilled and crafty player who doesn’t dazzle you with highlight plays but is so consistent from possession to possession and game to game that you grow to appreciate the winning plays he makes.
Philip Bierley, Mason County – I’d heard his name this summer during AAU but never saw Bierley play until Sunday. He has good size as a wing and isn’t afraid to post up on offense. Philip is a well rounded player who helped his team in a lot of different ways.
Zach Travis, Pulaski County – Looking at him in warmups, you would think Travis is a defensive end or linebacker but once the games tipped, I was very impressed with his skill level. In one sequence, he split a double team and threw a beautiful pass for a teammate to score.
Evan Snapp, Newport – The younger brother of Evan (who had a good D2 college career), Evan is bigger and stronger than his older brother while still being a good shooter. When he was playing hard, Snapp was in the mix for a top camp performer. If he gets his motor running every game, Snapp can be a difference maker in the 9th region.