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The Utah Prospects made the trip town to Dallas to take on some stiff competition. They brought teams from 14U – 17U and they have all been tested. Day 1 we got to see The 16U, 15U team as well…
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Continue ReadingThe Utah Prospects made the trip town to Dallas to take on some stiff competition. They brought teams from 14U – 17U and they have all been tested. Day 1 we got to see The 16U, 15U team as well as the 17U team play. They have some guys that can go. More to come from them this weekend.
6’3 PG Jordan Barnes Jordan Barnes 6'4" | PG Olympus | 2024 State UT || 2024 ||
This kid gets better with his crafty style of play and the way that he changes speeds and directions is elite. They put their impressive record on the line as they took on EYBL Team Griffin. Team Griffin is loaded with talent but Jordan Barnes Jordan Barnes 6'4" | PG Olympus | 2024 State UT was in his bag as he went off for 20 points in an impressive win against a team that is littered with D1 talent. Jordan handled pressure and displayed his high IQ defense. To help out his slashing game he was making some tough buckets from deep to lead his team to a win.
6’3 G Mason Bendinger Mason Bendinger 6'3" | CG Woods Cross | 2023 State UT || 2023 ||
Mason was playing well against one of the best independent teams in America as his shot from deep was falling and he was also very active on the boards. He has really picked up his defensive intensity that is leading to his great play. If he starts shooting like he did yesterday he is really going to help his cause and his team.
6’9 F Malick Diallo Malick Diallo 6'9" | C Wasatch Academy | 2024 State #131 Nation UT || 2024 ||
The rumor was true and we had a chance to see Malick Diallo Malick Diallo 6'9" | C Wasatch Academy | 2024 State #131 Nation UT play with the prospects this weekend and he was impressive. His 7’4 wingspan is really impressive and seeing him play against better talent was really good for him as he figured out how to compete and keep his motor on. He is defending, blocking shots and finishing above the rim. He is the real deal and he is expected to make the move to Wasatch Academy which will not only elevate his stock it will prepare him and develop him at a higher level. Buy stock now!
6’6 CG Isiah Harwell || 2025 ||
Harwell ha a motor and when he is locked in he can really do it all. Three level scoring in game one and although his team overall struggled they always find a way and have a chance with a talented player like Harwell on the floor. When he gets any opening or time he is really elite. He has proven to be one of the best players in the country in the class of 2025 and you can see he is up for the challenge.
6’8 W Jaxon Johnson Jaxon Johnson 6'8" | SF Alta | 2024 State #106 Nation UT || 2024 ||
This kid is the real deal and teams at the D1 level need to really take a hard look at him. Jaxon is likely one of the best defenders with overall offensive skill that you will see out there playing at a high level. Really stretched the floor with his shooting Day 1, but he was impressive defensively. Jaxon can hold his own against anyone. A lot fo upside.