Jayhawk Jam 16U Game Changers
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There was plenty of talent on hand in the 16U division at the Prep Hoops Jayhawk Jam, which was held in Lawrence, KS. We take a look at a group of players from the event were Game Changers because of how they were able to impact the game. These players helped their respective teams achieve success by playing a variety of roles. Their diverse set of skills makes them Game Changers.
Trey Abara (AEF Academy-1): AEF Academy won all four of its games over the weekend and they did it with excellent ball movement and teamwork. The players who exemplified this team chemistry was this 6’0″ point guard who was one of the best passers that I watched during the event. He is a pass-first point guard with excellent court vision and a willingness to get the ball to his teammates in their comfort areas to score. He didn’t look to score much himself, but he made sure all of his teammates ate well. That passing was contagious as the team shared the ball well throughout the weekend. Abara’s selflessness and ability to pass the ball is what makes him a Game Changer.
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Markeen Webb (Missouri 66ers): The 5’8 point guard is one of the smallest players on the court but he usually makes a big impact with his electric speed and quickness. He runs the show and distributes the ball well, but he’s capable of getting a bucket from all three levels. He is also a ball hawk on the defensive end with his quick hands.
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Brian Lee (Hardwood Elite): The “Junkyard Dog” award for the weekend has to go to this 6’0″ guard who plays much bigger than his actual size. In the opening game that I watched, he did not start, but when he entered the game, things started to happen immediately. He gave a relentless effort at both ends of the court and he was a tremendous rebounder for his size. He could hound the ball as an on-ball defender on the perimeter and he was strong enough to guard in the low post when he had to. He was an excellent slasher on offense who attacked the basket and scored over much taller players. Brian’s ability to make a big impact in all facets of the game with his motor is what makes him a Game Changer.
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Anthony Nettles (Prolific Elite Black): The 6’0″ point guard from Colorado is a Game Changer because he was one of the fastest players that we watched during the weekend. He used his speed and quickness to his advantage at both ends of the court. He was lightning quick in the open court and was able to get many buckets in the transition game. He was a tough cover on the offensive end with his ability to blow by defenders on his way to the basket and pull up and hit the perimeter jumper. He also kept the tempo fast and furious with his work on the defensive end on the front of his team’s full court press.
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Will Beck (GABL Future 16U): A 6’5 combo forward who is a Game Changer because he causes matchup problems with her versatility. He was really working out in the low post with some slick moves and good footwork. He has a really nice spin move in the open court. He can also fill the Stretch 4 role with his 3-point shooting ability.