July Live Period Preview: Tenacious Competitors to Catch
These guys compete! Check out a number of tough-minded hoopers who bring it day in and day out. Adam Bilodeau, 6’2 G – VT Elite 12th Class of 2023 (Orlando, FL AAU Nat. July 8-16, Las Vegas Big Time Tournament…
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Adam Bilodeau, 6’2 G – VT Elite 12th Class of 2023 (Orlando, FL AAU Nat. July 8-16, Las Vegas Big Time Tournament July 17-21)
Adam’s combination of toughness and multi-level scoring make him a dynamic offensive option. He’s a solid slasher and adept as a post finisher, plus he can get in the mid-range too or hit cutters/spot-up shooters with precise passing. And defensively, he’s active in passing lanes and corrals guards to the sideline with his pressure. Bilodeau’s a tough two-way competitor.
Phil Bean, 6’4 F – Green Mountain Select 10th/11th Class of 2025 (Fitchburg, MA Basketbull Summer Championship, 7/14-7/16)
With Phil, it’s a whole lot of hustle work. Bean works the interior with a stout strength, able to reel in boards, 50/50s, and second chance points. Defensively, he can muscle guys off of their spot/prevent them from getting there, and he challenges shots wisely. Phil continues to grow.
Ben Koh, 5’10 G – Blueprint Basketball 9th/10th Class of 2026 (Manheim, PA Hoop Group Summer Final 7/15-7/16)
A savvy guard who can get it in a number of ways, Ben has proven himself as a dynamic and tough scorer. His slashing and paint footwork + timing is quite clever, often creating contact and getting defenders off balance as he finishes his move. Plus, he can hit the mid-range and the 3 or dish it ahead of defensive rotations. A rugged defender too, Koh brings a tenacity not everyone is ready for.
Joe Buxton, 6’4 W/F – Green Mountain Select 10th/11th Class of 2024 (Fitchburg, MA Basketbull Summer Championship, 7/14-7/16)
A versatile wing who plays his role to a tee, Joe brings high-energy work ethic and physicality to the floor. Buxton defends wings and posts with his length and toughness, challenging shots and disrupting passing lanes. Moreover, he rebounds well, runs the floor, and hits the open shot. Joe is coming along nicely as a modern 3&D wing.
Cooper McCurley, 5’10 G – Blueprint Basketball 9th/10th Class of 2026 (Manheim, PA Hoop Group Summer Final 7/15-7/16)
Cooper’s demeanor on the floor doesn’t always relay tenacity, but his competitiveness is clear. McCurley relishes a tough matchup and maintains composure through the ups and downs of a game. His tight handle and orchestration keep the offense running smoothly, and he finishes his looks at a high clip. Smooth yet aggressive.
Byron Robertson, 5’9 G – Blueprint Basketball 9th/10th Class of 2026 (Manheim, PA Hoop Group Summer Final 7/15-7/16)
A combo-guard with a scorer’s touch, Byron’s work is consistent. Robertson’s ability to break down defenders, puncture the paint, and finish with a variety of moves or kick it puts a ton of pressure on the rim; plus, he knocks down the 3. On the other end, Byron goes head-to-head with tough guards and rotates well. Robertson comes with some grit and some flash.
Atif Milak, 6’6 F – Green Mountain Select 10th/11th Class of 2025 (Fitchburg, MA Basketbull Summer Championship, 7/14-7/16)
With good size at the 4/5, Atif brings that toughness inside that every team needs. Milak willingly does the small things, the dirty work; he rebounds at a high rate, protects the rim with his length and physicality, and runs the floor well. Moreover, he crashes the offensive glass and is good for a number of second chance buckets. Atif is growing into a rugged 4/5.
Mo Abdirahman, 5’8 G – Blueprint Basketball 8th Class of 2027 (Manheim, PA Hoop Group Summer Final 7/15-7/16)
Mo harbors a scorer’s mindset, but he balances it nicely with his playmaking. Abdirahman has the handle and athleticism to shake defenders loose for open 3s, or he’ll get to the cup at will with sound decision making in the second layer. Moreover, Mo is an agile defender who’ll happily press savvy ballhandlers and test his mettle. The incoming 9th grader should be on your radar.