Bartow Fall Shootout: Preview and Notable Prospects (Part 2)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the premier high school basketball events in the Polk County area has returned. The Bartow Fall Shootout is back for two days on Saturday and Sunday at Bartow High School and the Carver Recreation Center. The event is listed to feature around 22 games with over 15+ teams participating. Prep Hoops scout Drew Johnson will preview and attend the showcase to provide adequate coverage for our readers and college coaches.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"19px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:19px"><strong>Discovery vs. Charlotte @ 4:30 p.m.&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Spartans: 2022 (14-13)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*<a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/07/prep-hoops-edition-polk-watchlist-part-ii/"><strong>Polk Watch List</strong></a><strong>:&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2197805' first='Willie' last='Wilson'] | G | Discovery | Class of 2024 | @WWilson3_6</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 stats: </strong><em>17.0 ppg | 5.0 rebounds | 3.0 assists | 3.0 steals</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Wilson will look to lead a rebounding Spartan squad that lost some firepower on the offensive end as senior Angel Canuelas has moved on to the next level. Wilson is a solid scorer himself and can contribute in various categories.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Hudl: </em></strong><a href="https://twitter.com/WWilson3_6/status/1636164165516623875?s=20"><strong><em>https://twitter.com/WWilson3_6/status/1636164165516623875?s=20</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Charlotte: 2022 (16-14)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>*</strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/06/santa-fe-catholic-team-camp-notable-standouts/"><strong>Notable Standouts</strong></a><strong>:&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1579752' first='Jordan' last='Attia']</strong><strong> | PG | Class of 2025 | Charlotte | @J_attia11</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Attia has a decent three-range jumper which he uses to give opposing defenses problems. He also is smart enough to use head fakes and ISO moves when defenders begin closing out hard because of the shot-making. Attia is a decent point guard product trending up this off-season.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 stats: </strong><em>5.6 ppg | 1.5 rebounds | 1.6 assists&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hudl: </strong><a href="https://twitter.com/J_attia11/status/1649214926144126976?s=20"><strong>https://twitter.com/J_attia11/status/1649214926144126976?s=20</strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"19px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:19px"><strong>Bartow vs. Lake Highland Prep @ 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>LHP: 2022 (16-12)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1055798' first='Julian' last='Clarke'] | PG | Class of 2024 | LHP | @Jxclarke_</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 stats:</strong> <em>14.2 ppg | 4.7 rebounds | 1.8 assists</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The recent UNC-Asheville commit will make his way to Polk County to put on a show. He recorded solid numbers during his junior season but has the tool to turn things up a notch. The 6'1 point guard prospect has a reliable jumper behind the arc and can score consistently around the rim.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Hudl: </em></strong><a href="https://www.hudl.com/profile/17074409/julian-b-clarke"><strong><em>https://www.hudl.com/profile/17074409/julian-b-clarke</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"20px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:20px"><strong><em>Carver Recreation Center&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Villages Charter vs. Viera @ 11:30 a.m.&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Buffalo:&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1659513' first='Christopher' last='Washington Jr.'] | F | Class of 2026 | VHS | @cwashington33</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2022 stats: 10.7 ppg | 5.3 rebounds&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>The 6-7 rising sophomore is a bad man on the court who already has accumulated big-time D1 offers from various programs. He's a longer-framed prospect who can shoot the rock or use his handles to get near the paint for easy floaters. Washington is dangerous in the transition and will be one of the premier 2026 recruits.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://x.com/cwashington33/status/1661808624920920083?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ"><strong><em>https://x.com/cwashington33/status/1661808624920920083?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Don't sleep:&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1055807' first='Ben' last='Koubek'] | SG | Class of 2024 | VHS | @BenKoubek13</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2022 stats: </em></strong><em>8.8 ppg | 3.1 rebounds | 3.7 assists</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>A deadly sniper behind the arc who opposing defenses need to have circled on the scouting report.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Film: </em></strong><a href="https://x.com/benkoubek13/status/1673461325345816577?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ"><strong><em>https://x.com/benkoubek13/status/1673461325345816577?s=46&amp;t=E0s2L9z46AqxWmKm25SmTQ</em></strong></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1659514' first='Brisun' last='Hammermeister'] | CG | Class of 2026 | VHS | @BrisunHammer</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 stats: </strong><em>11.1 ppg | 4.1 rebounds </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>*Future 6-7 playmaking star for VHS, eager to see how he performs this weekend. </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"19px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:19px"><strong>Lake Region vs. Tampa Catholic @ 12:45 p.m.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Crusaders: 2022 (19-11)</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>*</em></strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/01/tampa-metro-edition-five-2024-scoring-threats/"><strong><em>Tampa Metro Scoring Threats</em></strong></a><strong><em>:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1055791' first='Karter' last='Knox'] | CG | Class of 2024 | Tampa Catholic | @thekarterknox</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>*One of the more <a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/01/tampa-metro-edition-five-2024-scoring-threats/">explosive athletes</a> on the list who plays well above his grade level. The 6'6 combo guard is averaging 21.6 points per game for Tampa Catholic. Knox is the younger brother of former Kentucky Wildcat and current Detroit Piston, Kevin Knox. He plays with similar tenacity and determination to develop his skills. Knox is a gifted scorer who can finish tough baskets at the rim and use his jumper when needed. He holds a Top 8 from Louisville, Kentucky, FSU, NBA G-League, and more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Auburndale</strong><strong><em> </em></strong><strong>vs. The Villages @ 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Bloodhounds: 2022 (21-9)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Carter Cuff | G | Class of 2024 | Auburndale | @carter4cuff</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 stats: </strong><em>8.0 ppg | 3.1 rebounds&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Cuff will look to lead the Bloodhounds following a successful 2022 season that saw two seniors (Kervin Knaggs &amp; Nehemiah Turner) have solid years, earning the 5A District 7 District Championship. Excited to see how Auburndale bounces back and what new leaders emerge.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"20px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:20px"><strong><em>Sunday, Aug. 27 @ Bartow High</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SFC vs. Tampa Catholic&nbsp;</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Hawks: 2022 (17-12)</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>*</em></strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/07/rankings-review-must-know-2025-prospects/"><strong><em>Must-Know 2025 Prospects</em></strong></a><strong><em>:&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>*</em></strong><strong>2022 stats:</strong> 13.2 ppg | 3.3 assists | 1.5 steals&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Offers: </strong><em>North Florida, Le Moyne College, Youngstown State</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>I've mentioned this now a few times, but </em><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1450225' first='Tate' last='Darner']</em></strong><strong><em> </em></strong><em>is the top sharpshooter in Polk County who has found his game heading into his junior season. Remember first getting eyes on him last season and to watch how quickly he's developed is noteworthy. Has been one of the hottest names in the summer camp period because of his high-scoring output and deadly shooting abilities on prime display. Picked up a recent offer but should start hearing from schools in Florida with more exposure.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Tampa Catholic:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Don't sleep:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1301730' first='Isaiah' last='Campbell-Finch'] | G | Class of 2025 | Tampa Catholic | @Isaiah_CFinch</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2022 stats: </em></strong><em>12.8 ppg | 2.9 rebounds | 4.5 assists&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Another rising guard for the Crusaders who can be effective with good ball handling and tough finishes around the rim. Has seen his recruitment take off this offseason as he is set for a big-time junior campaign.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"19px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:19px"><strong>Tampa Catholic vs. Wiregrass Ranch @ 11:30 a.m.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Bulls: 2022 (15-12)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Kristian Smith | G | Class of 2025 | Wiregrass Ranch | @thekjsmith</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2022 stats: </em></strong><em>14.0 ppg | 5.0 rebounds | 3.6 assists | 2.3 steals</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>Smith had a solid sophomore season for the Bulls as he led the team in points per game and steals. That shows college coaches that he can be a reliable offensive threat while providing defense prowess for the guard position. Can get active on the boards and also keeps his eyes up to get teammates going.&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Don't sleep:&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Preston Linville | G | Class of 2024 | Wiregrass Ranch | @PrestonLinvill0</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2022 stats: </em></strong><em>13.0 ppg | 6.0 rebounds | 2.0 assists&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>A good framed prospect standing at 6-foot-4 with a developing overall game and can light it up behind the arc.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"19px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:19px"><strong><em>Bartow vs. St. Pete Gibbs @ 3:15 p.m.</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"style":{"typography":{"fontSize":"18px"}}} --> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong><em>Gladiators: 2022 (23-6)</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1450211' first='Jacob' last='Daniels'] | G | Class of 2025 | Gibbs&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>2022 stats: </em></strong><em>16.8 ppg | 4.0 rebounds | 3.7 assists | 2.7 steals&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Don't sleep:&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>*</em></strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/2023/08/phfreshmanshowcase-top-performers-part-i/"><strong><em>PHFreshmanShowcase Standouts</em></strong></a><strong><em>:&nbsp;</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>O'Neal Delancy | G | Class of 2027 | Gibbs | @0neal_Delancy</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If there was one combo guard that could potentially play Division I ball from his performance today, that would be <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2125504' first='Oneal' last='Delancy']</strong><strong> </strong>. He made a few heads turn in the crowd after the young man showed off his bag of skills at the Freshman Showcase. His dribbling handles and body control are above average for his class, and his confidence to take and make tough perimeter shots was evident. Delancy is a consistent shooter who can hit from midrange or create space to finish at the rim. He's a baller who will be a potential star prospect for Gibbs High.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1450210' first='Mathis' last='Roberts'] | CG | Class of 2025 | Gibbs | @Mrob_4</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2022 stats: </strong><em>7.4 ppg | 3.6 rebounds&nbsp;</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->