Ocala Forest MLK Classic: Top 5 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6th Annual Ocala Forest MLK Classic was a successfully-ran event with numerous prospects from across the Sunshine State. Prep Hoops Florida scout Ross Van De Griek was in attendance. Here are five standouts from the 6th Annual Ocala Forest MLK Classic.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1055798"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"The 6-1 senior guard and UNC-Asheville signee utilized his speed and athleticism to his advantage when it came to finishing around the rim. Clarke finished with 16 points and five assists in the win over Forest. 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Wenze on the offensive end was a threat around the rim showcasing great footwork. His ability to get to his spots and have a soft touch around the rim has also improved since the start of the season.","_player_evaluations_2_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_3_player":["1055781"],"_player_evaluations_3_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_3_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_3_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_3_evaluation":"The 6-1 senior point guard has continued to improve his game every time he takes the floor. Sessoms was electrifying when it came to getting by defenders to finish around the rim, finishing with authority. On the defensive end, Sessoms continues to improve when he guards on the ball and has a strong knack for battling for position on the glass. 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