The Prep Hoops Circuit is excited to have the top grassroots program in Australia, AUSA, coming over for both a spring and summer tour. The group they will have in the spring will be primarily top uncommitted 2023 prospects. We spoke with head of basketball tours Anthony Separovich to get a breakdown of some of the top prospects to watch on their squads. They will be playing at Chi-Town Tip Off (Chicago April14-16), The Stage (Indianapolis April 21-23), and Prep Hoops Live (Minneapolis April 28-30). College coaches will definitely want to check these teams out-!
AUSA Brook 17U
Noah Pagotto
Height: 6’8
Position: Forward
Predicted Level: D1, D2
Scouting Report: Noah is coming off an incredible performance at the Under 20’s National Championships. He was named defensive player of the tournament and led his team to a silver medal. Noah is an elite two way player, he can guard one through five and is an elite level rebounder. Noah is not just elite on the court, he graduated from High School with a 3.1 GPA
Highlights (2 years old): https://youtu.be/mkR7D1u96co
Nevada Higgins
Height: 6’8
Position: Wing
Predicted Level: D1, JUCO
Scouting Report: Nevarda Higgins has got the attention of a lot of Division 1 programs across the country. His length and ability to shoot the ball from three means that he will catch the eye of any coach in the building. Nevarda has been an integral part of the QLD teams who have had a lot of success at National Championships in recent years. His ability to make big plays at both ends will bring coaches from around the country!
Highlights: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CjDMifvg7Ni/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Tyler O’Neill
Height: 6’1
Position: Point Guard
Predicted Level: D2, JUCO
Scouting Report: Tyler is a high IQ point guard who has won at every level as a junior athlete. Tyler had a breakout game in the National final last year leading his team to a gold medal. He is a shot maker who shoots the ball well from three and is also able to make plays on the rim. Tyler is a pass first guard who loves making plays for others.
Highlights: https://twitter.com/Tyler_oneill635/status/1589801194444455936?s=20
Connor Morris
Height: 6’6
Position: Wing
Predicted Level: D2
Scouting Report: Connor is an elite wing who can score at all three levels. He has a high IQ and brings a toughness on the defensive end that is rare in international players. Connor loves to play above the rim and will throw it down in traffic! He is a tough kid and has an elite work ethic.
Highlights: https://twitter.com/connormorriiss/status/1590859757040308224?s=20
AUSA Sepo 17U
Malachi Kopman
Height: 6’7
Position: Guard/Wing
Predicted Level: D2
Scouting Report: Malachi came to basketball late after being an elite track and field athlete, to say he has blossomed is an understatement. At 6’7 Malachi has guard skills and the ability to create his own shot. His elite athleticism allows him to make plays above the rim and his length means he is a very disruptive defender. Malachi is a great teammate, he is always the first to pick someone up off the floor and loves to talk!
Highlights: https://twitter.com/malachi7kopman/status/1633272695617126401?s=20
Ted Bigg-Wither
Height: 6’9
Position: Center
Predicted Level: D2, JUCO
Scouting Report: Ted has great length and hands for his size. He has a nose for the ball and will find a way to grab big rebounds outside of his area. He is super coachable and a hard worker! Ted is a roll threat on the offensive end and has the versatility to switch on ball screens defensively.
Highlights: https://twitter.com/TronSwaga/status/1633414653257850880?s=20
Saxon Orsini
Height: 6’2
Position: Combo Guard
Predicted Level: D2, JUCO
Scouting Report: Saxon is an elite athlete who makes an impact on both ends of the floor. He has the ability to create shots for himself and can finish above the rim! He has lightning pace in transition and is impossible to guard when he gets downhill. Saxon is another gym rat, he lives and breathes the game and is a super coachable competitor. He is going to be a great fit at whatever school takes him.
Highlights: https://twitter.com/saxonorsini/status/1512805387543711751?s=20
AUSA Miles
Cameron Woodrup
Height: 6’6
Position: Forward
Predicted Level: JUCO, NAIA
Scouting Report: Cameron is another kid who has come to the game late but made a real impact in a short period of time. He is a versatile forward who runs the floor well and will finish above the rim in traffic. He works hard on the defensive end and crashes the glass with purpose, he will be fun to watch.
Oliver Millfors
Height: 6’4
Position: Combo Guard
Predicted Level: NAIA, JUCO
Scouting Report: Oliver is a smooth combo guard with the ability to score at all three levels. He is able to make good reads out of the ball screen and can create his own shot. He works hard on the defensive end and has the physicality and athleticism to guard 1 through 4. Oliver is super coachable and a next level competitor.
Highlights: https://twitter.com/Oliver_millfors
AUSA Zach
Cael Simpson
Height: 6’9
Position: Centre
Predicted Level: D2, JUCO, NAIA
Scouting Report: Cael is a long and athletic big who can play both 4 and 5 spots. He has the ability to stretch the floor in pick and pop action as well as crash the glass and put pressure on the rim. He has great length and is an excellent team defender, he will consistently change shots and grab big rebounds. He will be a steal for a coach looking for a very coachable, hard working big kid.
Highlights: https://twitter.com/caelsimpson21/status/1613790533595566081?s=20
Sam Green
Height: 6’1
Position: Combo Guard
Predicted Level: JUCO, NAIA
Scouting Report: Sam is a high IQ guard who is lights out from three. His ability to make plays for others is elite and he is a real gym rat. Sam is one of the most coachable players we have had and will make a difference in any program who picks him up. Sam is a real competitor, he takes defense personally and will want to lock up the other teams best guard!
Highlights: https://youtu.be/yWsdJyYaHic
The Prep Hoops Circuit is excited to have the top grassroots program in Australia, AUSA, coming over for both a spring and summer tour. The group they will have in the spring will be primarily top uncommitted 2023 prospects. We spoke with director Anthony Separovich to get a breakdown of some of the top prospects to watch on their squads. They will be playing at Chi-Town Tip Off (Chicago), The Stage (Indianapolis), and Prep Hoops Live (Minneapolis). College coaches will definitely want to check these teams out!
