August Recruiting Update

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're back on the recruiting trail with the state's top prospects. Below are 12 young men that picked up offers in August.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a88a0af6a5","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055591"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1055591' first='Chandler' last='Watts'] | 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watts picked up a Dartmouth offer that showcases his talent on the court but his talent in the classroom. The bouncy combo guard also holds an offer from FIU. You can expect that list to grow as he heads Windermere Prep's retooled roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a888faf6a4","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1306059"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1306059' first='Elijah' last='Duval'] | 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duval closed out the month, adding two offers to his prospective school list. Cal State Bakersfield and Bethune-Cookman University extended offers after Duval's solid summer with the Nightrydas Elite. If Martin County wants to make consecutive trips to the state final, it'll be with Duval as their leader.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a887daf6a3","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1450204"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1450204' first='Evan' last='Sterck'] | 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>SIAA state champion Sterck earned an offer from Jacksonville University in august. The 6'3 guard is an elite passer and capable jump shooter at all levels. Sterck's job is to feed his talented roster and college coaches realize he can do that for their programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a886baf6a2","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["962442"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='962442' first='Jaylen' last='Smith'] | 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith returns to the recruiting updates list with an offer from UNC Asheville. After a stunning summer with 1Family, coaches notice what the high-flying 5'11 guard brings to the floor. His handle, speed, finishing, and deep range will help continue West Oaks' legacy of talented guards manning the point guard position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a885aaf6a1","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1060170"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1060170' first='Keenan' last='Johnson'] | 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After a summer showing off his length, switchability, and expanding offensive game, Johnson is seeing some movement in his recruiting. Dean College gave him an offer in mid-august. The 6'8 forward will have a new home at San Jose Prep for his senior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a8843af6a0","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1163391"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1163391' first='Kent' last='Jackson'] | 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jackson landed two offers in late August. Mercer and Stetson extended offers to the 2024 guard. His performances at the final 3SSB session and Stetson camp bolstered his stock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a8837af69f","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1310895"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1310895' first='Isaac' last='Broxey'] | 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2023 guard [player_tooltip player_id='1310895' first='Isaac' last='Broxey'] received his first offer from Dean College. With good showings for PHS Academy, he's shown colleges he can provide value on and off the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Joseph Hartman</strong> | 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Before Hartman has played a minute of varsity ball, he's become a Division 1 prospect. The 6'1 guard has three point range and a high passing acumen. He'll play next to three guards with state championship experience at The Rock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a8819af69d","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055762"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1055762' first='Jamie' last='Phillips'] Jr. | 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Size, strength, and Philips' ability to play anywhere has attracted the eyes of Stetson University. The big 6'5 guard played on a state final four team and followed it up with a successful summer with Florida Rebels EYBL.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a8806af69c","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1463279"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1463279' first='Deondrian' last='Washington'] | 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The athletic 6'6 wing earned offers from Columbia State and Dallas Christian College. His ability to guard each perimeter position, score in transition, and as a slasher, shined this summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a87ecaf69b","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055774"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1055774' first='Isaiah' last='Brown'] | 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown's been a red hot target for mid-major teams. Tulsa is the latest school to extend an offer. A few weeks later, he took an unofficial visit to the University of Florida.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"id":"block_631a87d8af69a","name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1463278"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"align":"","mode":"preview"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1463278' first='Andrew' last='Sineway'] | 2023</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'7 picked up his first offer from the US Merchant Marine Academy on the 24th. Sineway is a versatile swingman that does a bit of everything on both ends.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->