Midwest Melee: JB’s Saturday Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Grassroots basketball offers a unique platform to learn, grow, and showcase your talent. It presents the opportunity to develop lifelong friendships, build character, and create lasting memories. Whether you aspire to play at the collegiate level or simply want to maximize your potential as a high school athlete both provide substantial benefits. Below are a few new athletes who attracted attention on Saturday at West Suburban Sports Complex. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1939226"],"_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":"Costanzo excels as a shooter, particularly in catch and shoot scenarios. His accuracy from beyond the arc makes him a threat for [program_tooltip program_id='2078374' first='Full' last='Package'] White's offense. Displayed solid shooting mechanics including a quick release and consistent motion. Costanzo shows off a high basketball IQ by effectively utilizing screens to create separation for his shot. 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