Freshman Showcase: Small Town Standouts
The small towns of Oklahoma consistently produce high school stars and collegiate prospects. Last Saturday’s PrepHoops Freshman Showcase shined a spotlight on who could be next to carry on that tradition. Greydon Howell – The southeastern Oklahoma product was one…
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Continue ReadingThe small towns of Oklahoma consistently produce high school stars and collegiate prospects. Last Saturday’s PrepHoops Freshman Showcase shined a spotlight on who could be next to carry on that tradition.
Greydon Howell – The southeastern Oklahoma product was one of the faster and quicker guards in attendance. He plays with the requisite swagger often seen in strong frame and athletic smaller guards. At the rim he was a controlled and efficient finisher. Headed to Broken Bow, Howell should make a splash with his quality finishing at the rim and vision to create for teammates.
Jordan Denson – One of the better lead guards in attendance, the Chandler Lion put together a complete performance on both ends of the court. He’s an energizer bunny when attacking off the bounce, at the small school level he should have success this year at getting downhill in transition and in the halfcourt. He had moments from beyond the arc and when pulling up off the dribble. There’s a little bit of a hitch to his shot, but he should still be a productive shooter. One important moment of personal pride came in his second contess of the day. When matched up with one of the better scorers at the camp, Denson won a couple defesnive reps with him. He won the first one by moving his feet and forcing a bad look. Then shortly after, picked the pocket of the talented scorer, showing off the pride and defensive potential for the youngster.
Levi Baughman – A quick first step allows Baughman to be an aggressive. At the rim he showed a promising floater game, while also having a very good trait for a lead guard. Unselfishness. He plays with his head on a swivel, and could be a good change of pace playmaker for a North Rock Creek that returns some key pieces for last year’s Class 4A State Tournament team.
Ryker Buckeley – The youngster from Kellyville was a fun watch in the opening contest, with good speed and quickness. He mixed scoring himself with also being willing to drive and kick to open teammates. In transition with the ball in his hand he has flair, as he served up a big ally oop for an athletic teammate. Buckeley appears to have a complete game, as he even drained a three in his opening game.
Carlton Summers III – Another small town guard with some “juice” to his game, Summers III. He excelled in the open camp environment, making plays on both ends of the court. The Dickson Comet has the poise and look of a prospect that has played high level middle school travel ball. Which should serve him well in earning minutes for a darkhorse small school program in southern Oklahoma.
Brevin Walters – Walters was a competitive guard/wing, who while comfortable shooting from distance, he had no qualms about using his wingspan and grittiness to make an impact on the defensive end. From deflections, to challenging shots and crashing the glass, the Collinsville prospect was very active. He appears to still be growing, but played under control very well for a youngster who is still growing into his body.
Merrick Gregory – A lanky wing prospect, Gregory was one of the higher upside prospects in attendance. He has a great combination of size and athleticism. Even have promise as a complete scorer thanks to his ability to shoot when pulling up in the mid-range. His potential is still untapped as his motor appeared to run hot and cold. Once he figures out how good he could be, the future Dickson standout could be a terrorizing, game changing presence on both ends of the court.
Brody Scott – Headed to Fort Gibson, Scott is a crafty lead guard. He’s quality with the ball in his hands, using a good handle and moves to get into the paint. His finishing was a bit up and down in two viewings, but he did start to finish better to close out the camp. He was another breath of fresh air with his willingness to pass and create for his teammates.