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IA Freshman Showcase: Kings Of Court 1

IA Freshman Showcase: Kings Of Court 1
Jeremy Brooks
Jeremy Brooks
August 7, 2023 @ 03:00 PM
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Michael Gordon
Michael Gordon 6'0" | SG | 2027
IA
Cayden Larson
Cayden Larson 6'8" | PF | 2027
IA
Fami Yusuf
Fami Yusuf 6'3" | SG | 2027
IA
Jaxson Bean
Jaxson Bean 6'1" | PG/CG | 2027
IA
Emri Jones
Emri Jones 5'10" | PG | 2027
IA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2027 IA Freshman Showcase brought together over 60 competitors on Sunday. Players from all over the state of Iowa came to display their skill on the floor and what they can bring to the table for their perceptive high school teams this upcoming season. There were close games, intense personal battles, and most importantly - major competition. I had the privilege of being able to coach this event as well &amp; get an inside look at the players mindset while they were out there competing. Below are 5 players that stood out to myself on Court 1 throughout the day. 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The 2027 IA Freshman Showcase brought together over 60 competitors on Sunday. Players from all over the state of Iowa came to display their skill on the floor and what they can bring to the table for their perceptive high school teams this upcoming season. There were close games, intense personal battles, and most importantly - major competition. I had the privilege of being able to coach this event as well & get an inside look at the players mindset while they were out there competing. Below are 5 players that stood out to myself on Court 1 throughout the day. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy!

Falmata Yusuf

Falmata Yusuf

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG
CLASS 2027

Falmata Yusuf

School: Sioux City East
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Michael Gordan

Michael Gordan

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS SG
CLASS 2027

Michael Gordan

School: Bettendorf
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School: Kennedy
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HEIGHT 6'5"
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School: CR-Prairie
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HEIGHT 5'10"
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