Storm Fall League: New Names

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The&nbsp;<a href="https://prephoops.com/program/grand-rapids-storm/"><strong>[program_tooltip program_id='2077017' first='Grand' last='Rapids Storm']</strong></a>&nbsp;kicked off its fall league this past Sunday in two separate locations. Due to some unexpected absences. I surprised myself and hit both locations at Cornerstone University and MSA Woodland respectively.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After previously covering several of the high profile players that further cemented their reputations. Following is an overview of some new players who are showing improvement or are beginning to announce themselves as prospects. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2276657' first='Clayton' last='Heuker'] 6-3 2027</strong> <strong>McBain(pictured) </strong>Hailing from rural Northern Michigan. Heuker is going to play with one of the top Division III in teams in the entire state this year. While the Ramblers are not playing in the league. Heuker made the trip down to run with the GRBB. A collection [program_tooltip program_id='2077017' first='Grand' last='Rapids Storm'] players whose squads are not participating. As a player who yet to play a high school basketball. Hueker more than belonged with a talented group that included Ferris St commit [player_tooltip player_id='1112299' first='Jaxson' last='Whitaker']. Played with a maturity that belied his age. Didn't force things. Has an advanced physical profile. Was able to pin defenders down in the post. While also taking them off the dribble. Showed a quick second jump on a handful of offensive rebounds and put backs. If he continues to develop his game and grow physically. The ceiling is really high on this prospect. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2218017' first='Jack' last='Bowen'] 6-6 2025 Grand Rapids Catholic Central </strong>The story with Catholic Central last year was their lack of size in the post. With the full year presence of transfer [player_tooltip player_id='2058670' first='Isaiah' last='Hamlet'] and the development of Bowen. I don't see that being as much of an issue this year. There is nothing flashy about Bowen. However he is a good athlete who shows the ability to play above the rim. Quick feet should make him a factor defensively. Statewide watchers expecting a drop off after the graduation of [player_tooltip player_id='1112374' first='Durral' last='Brooks']. Would not have liked what they saw on Sunday. There is still a lot of young talent in the Cougar program. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1587845' first='Keane' last='Hinkle'] 5-9 2025 Byron Center </strong>Byron Center is almost the polar opposite of Catholic Central. A ton of size down on the blocks. While waiting for some young guards to develop. On Sunday it looks like that process is beginning to come to fruition. Hinkle is still on the small side. However the lefty played with more assertiveness and strength than I have seen in prior settings. Offsets the size with quickness and a clever knack for finishing at the basket. Good shooter with a quick release. Should get plenty of looks off of kick outs with the Bulldogs post attack. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1444929' first='Cassius' last='Bont']6-1 2026 Byron Center </strong>Bont is the opposite type of prospect than his teammate Hinkle. Has plenty of size for either backcourt position at the high school level already. Does not look or play like an underclassmen. Is not shy and attacks the basket without fear. Has dealt with injuries early in his career. Hoping to see a full season out of him this year. Will probably play the two in the upcoming season. However has the ball handling ability to play the point. Barring a late growth spurt. That will probably be his long term position. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2262396' first='Colin' last='Heyboer'] 6-5 2025 Grandville </strong>I am always impressed with [player_tooltip player_id='1356986' first='Cameron' last='Regnerus']. Will team with [player_tooltip player_id='2057567' first='Corbin' last='Heckman'] to form a “thunder and lightning” duo on the block. I expected that and have viewed that duo many times. This was the first time I had seen Heyboer stand out. Gets a lot good looks off of the Grandville post attack. Shot the ball very well and confidently. Playing the three, has the vertical size to easily get his shot off against most defenders. However is more than just a standstill shooter. Good athlete who got to the basket off penetration. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1805262' first='Caleb' last='Claerbaut'] 6-7 2026 Zeeland East </strong>Younger brother of the literal “twin tower” duo currently at Ferris St. I mentioned earlier this week that 2024 standout [player_tooltip player_id='1223517' first='Layne' last='Risdon'] displayed excellent passing Sunday. Many of those post entry passes went to Claerbaut. Scored effectively in the post despite a very skinny frame. Showing off wiry strength in the process. Has a soft touch around the basket. That touch extends all the way out to beyond the arc. Has good ball skills already. At 6-7 is smack dab in the middle of the growth chart of his twin brothers (6-5 and 6-10) If he continues to grow this could be a special next level prospect. The skill level is already there. If he is done growing vertically he will still probably be fine. Especially if he adds weight to his frame. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->