The Statement Session: The 9 Most Intriguing Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Statement Session is one of the premier showcases in Louisiana. Youngsville, Louisiana has hosted 48 of the top prospects previously and this one should be no different. There are always a number of interesting prospects who make a name for themselves during the Statement Session. I have my eye on nine of them. In this preview, I will highlight the ten players I believe are the most intriguing prospects attending the Statement Session.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1347283' first='Garrett' last='Shoemaker'] (Oak Forest Academy) - </strong>When a person sees Shoemaker play, he has all of the tools to be the best player in the state. Garrett can score from every level, rebound, or facilitate the break. He is one of those cheat code players because he does a lot on the floor. At the Statement Session, he will need to exhibit all of those traits against stiff competition. If he displays the same traits in this setting, he will definitely be on several radars. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2434880' first='Dwight' last='Magee'] (Crescent City) -</strong> Magee was not just the MOP of his class and championship game for nothing. He flat out gets it done on the offensive end with or without the ball. Dwight can blow past defenders and or be a catch and shoot wing. Being his size however, coaches will want to see his true point guard skills. We know he can put it in the basket. If he has a great day as a facilitator, many more eyes will be open to his skill set. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1560448' first='Jalen' last='Brown'] (Avoyelles Charter) -</strong> Brown is the top point guard in the state in his class. The sportswriters agree as he has been MOP in his class and the state title game in consecutive years. At 5'10", the Statement Session may be just the place for Jalen to make the best point guard case for himself. Being the facilitator and scorer he has been facing the athleticism and height of the competition, will open eyes to the player he is. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1679406' first='Antonio' last='Dixon'] (Huntington) - </strong>Dixon is one of the most athletic players in the class of '26. He has the ability to attack the rim and finish over anyone at any time. The consistency of his outside game is what he needs to take him to another level. During the Statement Session, Dixon will probably see a ton of play on the wing. Making outside shots will definitely go a long way in enhancing his profile. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1543684' first='Autrail' last='Manning'] (John Curtis) - </strong>Manning has been the top point guard and top player in his class for awhile. He is highly regarded because he can score at all three levels and orchestrate a game to perfection. Seeing Autrail outside of the New Orleans area has been the issue. In a setting like the Statement Session, Manning has a platform to showcase all his skills with high level talent. He does that, there will be no question why he is #1. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2132841' first='Jaden' last='Davis'] (Airline) - </strong>Davis is a load in the paint. When he catches the ball on either block, he usually scores or goes to the charity stripe. Davis is a definite problem in the paint. Playing against this caliber of height at the Statement Session will be a test for him to say the least. Banging with taller bodies should not be the issue. Scoring and rebounding against length may be. Davis answers those questions and he will have made his "statement".</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1545999' first='Kelinee' last='Stone'] (Woodlawn-BR) -</strong> Seeing Stone on the floor is almost like seeing a football tight end with guard skills. He has a nice mid-range jumper and can attack the goal from anywhere on the floor. Stone can rebound and finish on the offensive glass as well. His skill set really fits the objective of the Statement Session. If he can play his game and impress scouts and gain the respect of his foes, Stone may be a steal for a team at the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2374408' first='Semar' last='Flugence'] (Epsicopal of Acadiana) -</strong> As far as a player with a ton of upside goes, Flugence is that guy. He is a multi-level scorer with high level defensive ability. Where the Statement Session will help him will be exposure. Going to a small school in Acadiana sets him up well because he plays against intense competition. Showing his skill set on this level will make him one of the top guys to see in Louisiana going forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1362436' first='Treylan' last='Neal'] (Carroll) - </strong>The Carroll guard is flat out one of the top scorers in north Louisiana. He can get to the rim and score through harm. Neal is a streaky outside shooter. However, when he gets it going, he is hard to cool off. Neal has played against high level talent in high level games as well. Performing on this stage will not be an issue for him. How well he performs will set him up well for the season to come and his future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Southside High school is where the eyes of Louisiana will be August 10th. I look forward to seeing the competition and the players participating. Especially, the nine players above. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->