Class of 2030: Names to know from the Buzzer Beater Tourney
The Midwest Youth Tournament ( MYT ) emphasized the rise of a younger generation of basketball players. The 6th grade basketball squads had the most prominent teams available for play over the weekend. These young players showcased their abilities at…
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Continue ReadingThe Midwest Youth Tournament ( MYT ) emphasized the rise of a younger generation of basketball players. The 6th grade basketball squads had the most prominent teams available for play over the weekend. These young players showcased their abilities at a high level! The future of High School basketball is definitely in a good place.
Karmell Jones
Karmell Jones
Karmell displayed all the traits needed to play the shooting guard position. He showed the ability to beat opposing players off the dribble for easy drives to the basket. Good mid-range shooter along with free-throw shooting. Runs the floor and easily scores in fast break situations. Does not mind going inside the paint to grab rebounds on both offense and defense.
Good defender who stays in front of opposing players by sliding his feet and not reaching as often for steals.
Plays the game with energy and aggression.
Ross Gorrell
Ross Gorrell
Ross has the ability to shoot mid range shots and take smaller defenders in the post. He has the tenacity to grab rebounds and attack the basket. Excellent free-throw shooter along with finishing through contact. He has the capability of being a good pick and pop player because of his size and shooting touch. Good defender in the painted area versus opposing post players. Plays the game with a calm demeanor and allows the game play out instead of forcing shots.
Jalen Pittman
Jalen Pittman
Jalen displays aggression on both sides of the floor. He plays with physicality in the paint, often grabbing rebounds and scoring tough baskets. Jalen has the play style of a big man while being the size of a guard. Everything is on the inside as it pertains to scoring. He had a couple of situations where he was isolated with a defender and drove around him for the score.
He hustles and chases down loose balls everywhere on the court. Good defender who will continue to improve as he ages.
Jordan Tyree
Jordan Tyree
Jordan displayed the ability to score a variety of ways inside the painted area. He scored on hustle plays such as rebounds and put backs. Jordan sets good screens that allowed teammates to be more effective on the offense. Displayed good footwork in the post that lead to easy scores or opposing player fouls.
Good at rebounding and shot blocking. He no problem defending opposing players, while staying out of foul trouble.
Kobe Person
Kobe Person
Kobe has scoring capabilities to go along with being a willing passer. Combo guard who showed an ability to score by attacking the basket. Kobe has a smooth jump-shot and the ability to run the floor and finish on the break.He displayed all the characteristics of a solid defensive player who applies ball-pressure and plays passing lanes. Displays a high level of composure when he steps on the court.