11.30-12.6 Scouting Report: Guards

<p>In the first full week of high school basketball, PHW scouted a great sample of high school talent. Which guards looked the best in their 2020-21 season debut?</p> <p>PJ Young - 2023 - Wisconsin Lutheran: A comprehensive player that delivered in his first game. Made some slick passes, fitting the ball into air-tight windows. Love his explosiveness. He knows how to take off in transition and attack the defense if they aren’t set. Tallied 16 points in his debut.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1089725" first="Jordan" last="Glenn"] - 2022 - Wisconsin Lutheran: A quick, explosive guard that seemed to fit perfectly in a balanced offense. He knew his role but also recognized when he could isolate. Was one of the top scorers in his debut, converting on tough contested jumpers, proving his niche is shot-making. Look out for big stats from Glenn as the year progresses. Finished with 16 points.</p> <p>Isaiah Hopf - 2021 - Wisconsin Lutheran: WL has a talent logjam, and Hopf is a legitimately skilled prospect that might fly under the radar. Still, notice his flashes of raw talent converting at the rim. The smooth, electric guard is an elite complementary player who’ll shine even with shared touches. Led his team with 17 points.</p> <p>Tommy Tilley - 2021 - Whitnall: Best shooter on the floor versus Wisconsin Lutheran. Will burn you with his catch-and-shoot game, but can create looks for himself. An expert at off-balance looks. A notable moment came in the first half where he connected on a head-turning fadeaway, shooting with poise and confidence.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="981149" first="Braden" last="McGlothlin"] - Catholic Memorial - 2023: The guard started the game with back-to-back triples, setting the tone for a dominant opening stretch. Love his quick-trigger, he knows how to stay ready off the ball and rotate on the perimeter to get open. A dangerous shooter and budding overall scorer.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="880015" first="Clayton" last="Jenny"] - Edgerton - 2021: The UW-Platteville commit dropped 33 points in his opener. Edgerton is always a sneaky good program, and with Jenny starting strong, they’ll be a serious contender in the Rock Valley Conference.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1072732" first="Peter" last="Fuchs"] - Wausau West - 2021: Fuchs picked up an offer from Bethany Lutheran right after his first game, and it’s clear why. He finished with 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 steals. Look for him to gain the attention of division three schools across the region.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="953945" first="Mac" last="Wrecke"] - Arrowhead - 2023: The touted guard looks to stake himself atop the 2023 class with a strong season. He did just that, scoring 26 in his debut.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="804923" first="Sam" last="Hytinen"] - Arrowhead - 2023: Paired with Wrecke, Hytinen scored 23 points. He looks to be the senior leader this season, and as a tall, athletic guard prospect, he’ll catch the eye of scouts. He scores at all three levels but is also big enough to strain the defense with versatility playing post-ball or in physical isolation.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="994376" first="Luke" last="Bara"] - Muskego - 2021: A gritty, hyperactive guard that is becoming an all-around point guard. A little inefficient in his debut, however, he still managed to eke out 24 points to go with five assists and seven rebounds.</p> <p>Tyran Cook - Waukesha South - 2023: An active young guard that got the spotlight in his opener. His 19-point outing put him on our radar. He’s a scrappy scorer and will strike when he sees an opportunity. Showed a tendency to attack the mid-range, too.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="761401" first="Marshawn" last="Robinson"] - Waukesha South - 2023: Another strong outing from Robinson. Solidified himself as the premier two-way threat in his class. Love how he covers gaps with his long arms, and his ability to push the fastbreak is atop his class. Connected on some nice outside shots, too, including a smooth pull-up three.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="981000" first="Riley" last="Brooks"] - Ripon - 2023: The Phenom-product is averaging almost 30 points in his first two games. The 6’5” guard knows how to get buckets. It should be a coming-out party for him this year, so expect more 30-point performances to follow.</p>