AAU Season Recap: Under The Radar Recruits
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As AAU season comes to an end, here are some of my top under the radar recruits who are primed for a breakout year. Elias Lewis Elias Lewis 6'2" | SG Olentangy Orange | 2023 State OH (2023) | 6’2…
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Continue ReadingAs AAU season comes to an end, here are some of my top under the radar recruits who are primed for a breakout year.
Elias Lewis Elias Lewis 6'2" | SG Olentangy Orange | 2023 State OH (2023) | 6’2 G | Olentangy Orange/ Nova Village
The upcoming senior is without a doubt one of the best scorers in all of central Ohio. His jump shot is money no matter if it’s off the dribble, spotting up or coming off a screen if you give him space he will make you pay. Elias also excels at attacking the rim with either hand and has the athleticism to throw one down. After watching him multiple times this summer he only continues to get better game after game.
Shemarion Hardy Shemarion Hardy 6'1" | PG Cleveland Heights | 2023 State OH (2023) | 6’1 G | Cleveland Heights/ Ohio Natives
Hands down one of the most eye catching players I saw all summer, the lefty is an offensive threat. He has limitless range as he was knocking down shots past the volleyball line. He has such an explosive first step which uses to bypass defenders and finishes through contact easily. Not only can he fill it up he has amazing passing vision in the half court which he rarely misses open teammates. I was very impressed seeing him go to work at the GRBA Nationals in Fort Wayne.
Jayse Henderson (2024) | 6’4 G | Worthington Kilbourne/ Ohio Hoopsters
There‘s always that one kid thats under the radar and coaches ask who is that? Jayse is a prime example of that, he uses his size and frame to draw fouls and finishes at the rim with both hands. His layup package is very flashy as he makes atheltic finishes at a high rate. Not only is he a terrific slasher you can’t leave him open either or he will put three on the scoreboard. The newcomer to columbus should be a name to watch for small colleges who are in need of a scorer.
Jeff Amapps
Jeff
Amapps
6'3" | SF
Pickerington North | 2023
State
OH
(2023) | 6’3 G | Pickerington North/ Nova Village
Talk about a kid that gives 100% effort on the floor Jeff is a perfect glue guy. Don’t let his height fool you he will outwork anyone on the glass. He gets great positioning early around the glass and cleans up really well. After seeing him a couple times this summer, Jeff is one of the best offensive rebounders iv’e seen as he can have 10 points alone from second chance opportunities. He’s also a really good overall defender he can defend guards on the perimeter but also isn’t afraid to bang inside with the bigs. Jeff is the perfect player you would want on a winning team.