HG Spring Jam Fest: Four SEPA Predictions

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below are four predictions for the 2024 Hoop Group Spring Jam Fest that involve prospects / teams from southeastern Pennsylvania.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] EYBL 15U is Going to Be Tough to Beat</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fresh off winning the Gym Rat Live 15U championship, the youngest [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] squad will look to keep things rolling at Spooky Nook this weekend. Given the talent on this roster that should not be a problem. Combo-guards [player_tooltip player_id='2398422' first='Korey' last='Francis'] (Gym Rat Live MVP) and [player_tooltip player_id='1406896' first='Marvin' last='Reed'] as well as point guard [player_tooltip player_id='1406790' first='Patrese' last='Feamster'] form a fantastic backcourt. [player_tooltip player_id='2194375' first='Nick' last='Harken'] is a multi-skilled wing who presents serious matchup problems. 6'9” power forward [player_tooltip player_id='2397565' first='Daniel' last='Gilhool'] controls the paint at both ends. Top rated Delaware prospect Marquis Newson is another key member of this roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>College Coaches Will Like [player_tooltip player_id='1990920' first='Noah' last='McIntosh']'s Skill Set</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McIntosh is a under the radar 2024 who is playing with [program_tooltip program_id='2078678' first='East' last='Coast Power']'s team of unsigned seniors at the Spring Jam Fest. This winter the athletic wing style forward earned a starting spot at Cardinal O'Hara and averaged 6 points to go along with 4 rebounds per game. In 2023-24 he posted noteworthy games of 17 and 15 points. McIntosh used the momentum from a solid high school as a springboard for a stretch of fantastic runs at last weekend's Pitt Jam Fest. He can drain threes all day and play in the open court. When McIntosh is out in transition, his speed, athleticism and hops make him difficult to stop. His ability to convert on tough finishes in traffic is impressive.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[program_tooltip program_id='2078682' first='K-Low' last='Elite'] 3SSB 17U Should Make a Deep Run</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>K-Low's 17U squad features a truck load of talented players. Superstar wing prospect [player_tooltip player_id='1187931' first='Devin' last='Booker'] (17 ppg; 64 3PM; 1^st Team All-State) and elite combo guard [player_tooltip player_id='1197611' first='KJ' last='Cochran'] (PAISAA state champion; 2^nd Team All-State) are the top scoring options. Point guard extraordinaire [player_tooltip player_id='1196125' first='Jacob' last='Meachem'] (1st Team All-MAPL) directs the show. Running with that trio on the perimeter will be 3-point sniper [player_tooltip player_id='1271429' first='Kai' last='Shinholster'] (11 ppg.) as well as combo guards [player_tooltip player_id='1867333' first='Antwone' last='George'] (14.5 ppg. &amp; 8 rpg.) and [player_tooltip player_id='1865290' first='Keni'' last='Williams'] (14 ppg.). Small forward [player_tooltip player_id='1601167' first='Zeke' last='Staz'] (15.5 &amp; 10 per night; 1st Team All-Ches-Mont) is a force from the mid-range to the rim. Staz presents serious match-up issues for opponents. He remains one of the top under the radar prospects in southeastern Pennsylvania.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2400180' first='Sahin' last='Rodriguez'] Continues to Impress</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last week's Pitt Jam Fest served as Rodriguez's breakout grassroots circuit event. His outstanding play led MPB-15U to a 3-1 record. Included in Rodriguez's weekend was a head turning performance of 21 points and 6 rebounds in their division semifinal contest. We expect more of the same from this 6'3” perimeter prospect this weekend out at Spooky Nook. Rodriguez is an instinctive, fast, and versatile player. His well-rounded skill set enables him to contribute to every facet of the game. Rodriguez can shoot threes, score off the dribble, facilitate for teammates and is a plus rebounder / defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->