River Cities Summer Tip Off: Saturday Standouts
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The River Cities Summer tip off in Omaha, Nebraska brought in some of the areas top AAU programs. Teams are using this event as a “tune-up” for live period next week. However, the gym was packed with dozens of Non-Division…
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Continue ReadingThe River Cities Summer tip off in Omaha, Nebraska brought in some of the areas top AAU programs. Teams are using this event as a “tune-up” for live period next week. However, the gym was packed with dozens of Non-Division I coaches. High level basketball was on display all day. Here’s who stood out.
Luke Winkel put on a special performance against a very good ETG Midwest team. In a game filled with scholarship level guards, Winkel played just as well as any on the court. The 6′ PG is as tough as they come, with a high level skillset to match. He finished the game with 21, knocking in several from deep and adding in some tough takes to the rim. Winkel was able to seal the game in overtime at the free-throw line for Kingdom Hoops 17U EYCL.
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Jaden Jackson Jaden Jackson 6’1″ | SG Bellevue West | 2024 State #312 Nation NE ‘s shotmaking ability was on full display against Kingdom Hoops. The Bellevue West guard knocked in 5 3’s, some of those coming well behind the three point line. Jackson was also able to find his way into the paint with his elite speed and quickness. In the OT loss to Kingdom Hoops, Jackson played like the top player in the 2024 class.
Aidan McDowell Aidan McDowell 6’4″ | SG Crete | 2024 State NE stood out for Nebraska Supreme National 1 in a tough loss to AIA 16U. McDowell knocked in several from beyond the arc while he led his squad in scoring with 14. He is continuing his hot play from June with Crete, and is proving to be a high level prospect in the 2024 class.
Bryson Bahl Bryson Bahl 6’4″ | SG Papio South | 2025 State #289 Nation NE had the performance of the day at Iowa West Fieldhouse for ETG Midwest 16U. The guard started the game 5-5 from three, and ended up knocking in 7 when it was all said in done. Bahl’s last three was the game sealing shot in overtime. He finished the game with a gritty 27 points, and added in multiple assists and offensive rebounds. Keep an eye on Bahl, as he has the potential to gain some serious attention these upcoming live periods.
Braden Frager Braden Frager 6’6″ | SF Lincoln Southwest | 2025 State #211 Nation NE did it all in the overtime victory for ETG Midwest 16U. The 6’6 prospect knocked in shots from the outside, finished at the rim, created for others, rebounded, and passed really well. After earning several HM offers this spring, the secret is out about Frager. However, he lived up to his hype and showed the large crowd watching why he is a top player not only in the state, but nationally as well.
Trevin Jirak played very well for All Iowa Attack Elite 16U as well. Jirak and Goodman may be one of the top guard/forward duos in the tournament. At 6’8 Jirak stepped outside and knocked down 4 threes. He also displayed great touch around the rim, finishing with 21 points and double digit rebounds. Jirak plays with a high motor, and causes trouble for defenses because of his versatility.