Summer Challenge: Top 2023 Performers
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The Summer Challenge concluded over the weekend as many teams from the state of Illinois prepped for the live period with this must attend early July event. Time to dive into the best players we saw in Summer Challenge: Top…
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Continue ReadingThe Summer Challenge concluded over the weekend as many teams from the state of Illinois prepped for the live period with this must attend early July event. Time to dive into the best players we saw in Summer Challenge: Top 2023 Performers!
Javonte Taylor Javonte Taylor 6'7" | PF Donda Academy | 2023 #41 Nation CA-S (Mac Irvin Fire)
Taylor is the top junior prospect in Illinois and one of the best in the country. That is blatantly apparent every single time we watch him on the hardwood. A lot of Kevin Durant like qualities to his game. High level shot maker that knocks them down off the bounce along with spotting up particularly from the corners. Explosive athlete in transition. Human bucket getter.
Jake Fiegen Jake Fiegen 6'3" | SG New Trier | 2023 State IL (Full Package)
Fiegen has to be on the short list of the top shooters in the state. One of the quickest and most consistent strokes out there. He gets it off with ease and knocks them down at an extremely high clip. We came away impressed with his toughness and grit on the boards when we caught him over the weekend.
Matas Castillo & Rokas Castillo Rokas Castillo 5'11" | PG Lemont | 2023 State IL (Ful Package)
These Lemont 5’11” point guards share the backcourt for Full Package. Smaller guards with creativity and shot making ability. Crisp passers that move the ball and can get in the lane for an occasional scoop shot.
Ahmad Henderson Ahmad Henderson 5'10" | PG Brother Rice | 2023 State #291 Nation IL (Young & Reckless)
Henderson is just so good. The smaller point guard from Brother Rice is one of the most fun players in the state to watch. He is a high level shot maker that drains shots from all over the floor. Nailed four triples in their Saturday afternoon contest where he dropped 20 points. Quickness off the bounce and is a pesky on ball defender. Mid-major prospect.
Kaiden Space Kaiden Space 6'2" | SG St.Rita | 2023 State IL (Young & Reckless)
Space continues to impress scouts and college coaches alike. The St. Rita combo guard brings strength on the wing along with the ability to score from multiple levels. Runner game and has shot it excellent over the last month. I had one person I respect say when he is on he shoots it as well as anyone in the state.
Victor Garrett (Illinois Outwork)
Garrett jumped off the floor to us when we watched Illinois Outwork on Sunday. The Morton 6’5” power forward brings a strong frame and good athleticism to the table. Quality rebounder with some skill on a hook shot and spin move. Uses his strength inside rebounding and finishing.