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<p><strong><em>Chi Town Tip Off is in full effect! Teams from around the midwest have gathered to compete for gold and bragging rights. </em></strong></p>
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<p><strong><em>This event is overflowing with talent but I was able to put together a list of standout players that got it done on both ends of the floor!</em></strong></p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2398988' first='Nick' last='Grice'] | [program_tooltip program_id='2075807' first='Ray' last='Allen Select'] </p>
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<p>Grice was a big target throughout the weekend for [program_tooltip program_id='2075807' first='Ray' last='Allen Select']. He played a key role in breaking presses that were thrown at him. His motor was impressive with his willingness to be active on both ends of the floor. He provided a consistent source of points in the painted area. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2403463' first='Verton' last='Freeman'] | All In Athletics </p>
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<p>Freeman found himself at the basket a great deal over the weekend for All In Athletics. His size and speed made him a tough cover in the open court. His instincts in the full court press also stood out to me. </p>
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<p>Team FFV | Jordan Wright </p>
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<p>Wright was a silent assassin for Team FFV. The combo guard was serviceable as a distributor and a shot maker. He had a knack for completing corner threes and even in clutch moments. </p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2381650' first='Josiah' last='Vargas'] | Slam City </p>
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<p>Vargas was a spark plug for Slam City. He led the way with his scoring and hustle. Diving for loose balls and jumping into passing lanes, he provided whatever was needed for his team. His strong drives to the basket shifted momentum in a major way.</p>
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Chi Town Tip Off is in full effect! Teams from around the midwest have gathered to compete for gold and bragging rights.
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