Hard Work Region Finals 15U Friday Night Recap

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>15U action got underway Friday night at Bloomington Jefferson High School with a full slate of action to open the 2024 Hard Work Region Finals. [program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury'] 2027 Goring and All in Milwaukee 2027-1 went head-to-head in pool P. While Wisconsin Breakaway 2027 and [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat'] 2027 Jones battled in Pool K, and in Pool L Minnesota Lightning 2027 Holden took on [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat'] 2027 O'Neal. Here are some of the standout performers from the opening night's action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2263956"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbbae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">All-Milwaukee's [player_tooltip player_id='2263956' first='Lucas' last='Weber'] stood out in their Pool play matchup against [program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury'], Weber showcased a smooth three-point shot that allowed him to easily knock down shots from long range. The five foot, nine inch point guard also possesses a good set of hands with a keen ability to pass and find the open man, at one point showing off a nifty no-look pass setting up his teammate with an easy bucket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140617"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbc40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury'] boasted a strong shooter of their own during Friday night's matchup with All-in Milwaukee. [player_tooltip player_id='2140617' first='Geno' last='Ward'] possesses a strong jump shot, smooth with good form making it easy to knock down threes and mid-range jumpers. His quickness also allows him to get to the basket for the occasional layup as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140615"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbc9a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[program_tooltip program_id='2075672' first='Minnesota' last='Fury']'s other key performer on the court was small forward [player_tooltip player_id='2140615' first='Gavin' last='Stuart'], his size allows him to be a good physical defender with plenty of ability to block shots and grab boards on both offense and defense. He also has a strong ability to pass and find the open man on the offensive side of the ball but can use his six foot one inch frame to get to the basket himself as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2417301"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbcec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">At six foot seven inches tall Vinkemeier's frame gives him a distinct advantage on the court. His rebounding ability is his most noticeable attribute grabbing boards with ease on Friday night as well as being able to gain space inside and drive his way to the basket. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140933"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbd3e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ladron showcased an ability to put a nice touch on the ball for Wisconsin Breakaway 2027 on Friday night. Pulling up from the free throw line and knocking down a nice floater with excellent touch on the ball multiple times. He also showed off his ability to get the ball up court quick finding his teammates with a couple of long range passes for quick buckets. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2381450"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbd8b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jacobitz's size is the first thing that stands out on the court which helps him to force his way inside and get to the rim. But what is perhaps more impressive is his shooting ability, with strong for and a quick release he nailed multiple shots from beyond-the-arc on Friday night. Showcasing both his size and shooting ability.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2205727"],"_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":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-668a08dcbbdd9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Drilling stood out for MN Lighting on Friday night in their Pool play matchup against [program_tooltip program_id='2075674' first='Minnesota' last='Heat']. Drilling showed an ability to fight through contact and get to the rim in order to score, as well as grabbing offensive rebounds and turning them into points. Not shying away from contact allowed him to draw fouls and get to the free throw line as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->