Top 250 Expo: Team 8 Review

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bringing a blend of scrappy defense and proactive passing reads, this group brought plenty of intrigue centered around backcourt options.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2175393' first='Roman' last='Duran'] - Westminster - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Duran was an active hustler alongside his consistency pushing the pace in transition. The guard was often among the first down the floor, keen on finding easy shot attempts around the basket. Duran even knocked down a handful of spot-up threes on the day, certainly a threat from a variety of areas.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2165418' first='Liam' last='O'Donnell'] - Smoky Hill - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>O'Donnell was actively moving off the ball, quickly cutting to the rim following a pass. While proactively searching for open space, the guard facilitated a few opportunities for three point attempts due to his movement.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1622324' first='Mosely' last='Rowekamp'] - Mullen - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rowekamp knocked down a few threes on the day, boasting consistency on those spot-up attempts. He hustled on the defensive glass, grabbing a few rebounds through his mobility and good timing on such attempts.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1764300' first='Jonas' last='Miller'] - Lewis-Palmer - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miller was an aggressive off-ball defender, getting a hand up to lead to steals and coast to coast layups. The guard boasts an above average handle, capable of getting through tight pressure with ease.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2175384' first='Jeremiah' last='Starr'] - Discovery Canyon - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Starr was an aggressive help defender, creating jump balls and steals through his assertiveness on that end.&nbsp;He did especially well trapping opposing ball handlers, quickly digging in to create steals. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1622331' first='Reid' last='Stemberger'] - Cherry Creek - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stemberger was active attacking the paint, proactive as a facilitator out of these situations. Often seeking out corner shooters, the guard was consistent at keeping the ball moving once help arrived.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1502847' first='Dieuvenson' last='Sorenson'] - Thunderridge - 2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sorenson brought value inside and outside the arc, showing value as a well rounded guard. Effective off the catch, Sorenson was a consistent perimeter shooter, despite an incoming contest the guard was not fazed. Thanks to his crafty handle, Sorenson could leverage the perimeter gravity for downhill scoring attempts, scoring through contests with ease. Effective finishing around the rim with either hand, the guard is showing why he brings to much intrigue to the table. Defensively, although undersized, Sorenson is incredibly quick both laterally and with his reactions. Few opponents could beat him off the dribble, maximized through his gritty attitude and quick hands going for the ball.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2175386' first='Joseph' last='Delescinskis'] - Legacy - 2024</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Delescinskis was impactful around the rim, proving patient under tight pressure and seeking ways to get his opponent out of position. Through pump fakes, the guard was effective drawing fouls around the rim or going up while the opponent was on the way down. Delescinskis proved active passing on kick out opportunities, seeking out shotmakers should opponents wall off the lane. His impact stretched out beyond the arc, knocking down a few threes off the catch.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1978452' first='Jack' last='Berry'] - Cherokee Trail - 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Berry was a team first player, especially active as a passer in the half court. The guard constantly kept his eyes up for the extra pass, converting good shots into great opportunities. Effective cutting off the ball or attacking the closeout for downhill scoring opportunities, Berry was a pleasant surprise on the day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->