High School Spotlight: Providence Pioneers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The high school season is still a few months away but with team workouts starting to take place, it is the perfect time to start previewing the season. In this series, we will be a look at some quick hitters, the top player, potential breakout player, other roster roster members and notable games of the upcoming season. For today's spotlight, we take a look at the Providence Pioneers. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Quick Hitters</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Finished 19-5 last season</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Lost to Brownstown in Sectionals </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>4th straight winning season</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='2414736' first='Ryan' last='Miller'] returns for 5th season as head coach. 7-27 all-time</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Considered one of the favorites to win 2A State Finals </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Player: [player_tooltip player_id='1287890' first='Noah' last='Lovan']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lovan is one of the most underrated guards in the in-state 2024 class. He is a high IQ guard that runs the point well while showcasing his ability to finish around the basket and defend the position at a high level. He has also been improving his catch-and-shoot jumper at a high rate which is going to open up his game even more. His size allows him to score around the basket at a high percentage and even has a little post up game against smaller defenders. He will be looking to end his senior season strong with Providence. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Potential Breakout Player: [player_tooltip player_id='1578457' first='Quentin' last='Hesse']</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hesse is a fantastic complement to Lovan in the back court. The 6'2″ guard continues to impress with some expanded playmaking ability off of the bounce as well continuing to be one of the best catch-and-shoot threat in southern Indiana. He also plays a major factor on the defensive end for Providence as well. One of the players that could breakout his senior season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other Important Roster Members</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='1561066' first='Drew' last='Cassis'] - Cassis is a shooting guard who plays with solid fundamentals. He has a little bit of combo guard in him with his high IQ. No matter what, he should play a role for Providence this season. </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>[player_tooltip player_id='1561079' first='Elijah' last='Fuller-Tucker'] - Fuller-Tucker is expected to see role increase this season and be one of the top post options for the Pioneers. He displays good body control for his size and some smooth post moves when he catches it on the block. He has legit, natural strength and is athletic enough to create a scoring chance in the post.</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Notable Games (Confirmed)</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>vs Evansville Christian (12/2)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Silver Creek Tournament (12/26)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>vs New Albany (2/9)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->