GASO Fall High School Classic: Standout 2026 Prospects

[player_tooltip player_id='1560885' first='Isaiah' last='Ward'] had a profound impact on the game through his non-scoring contributions, excelling in rebounding, defense, and high-motor hustle plays, always displaying relentless energy and tenacity. As an elite rebounder, Ward refused to allow anyone to control the boards or dominate his paint. He was a master of positioning, timing, and anticipating where the ball would come off the rim. With a natural knack for playing big, strong, and forceful, Ward consistently made his presence felt on both ends of the court.     [player_tooltip player_id='1560924' first='Logan' last='Gonzalez'] was a lethal trigger in transition, consistently stretching the defense with his deep shooting range and accurate touch. He was at his best when firing off wing three-pointers, drilling them with ease and showcasing one of the quickest and most fluid jumpers at the event. Gonzalez displayed various ways of creating shots for himself by moving without the ball, sprinting toward screens at full speed, staying in constant motion, or sharply cutting to carve out space for open threes. His quick, tight footwork and ability to use the angles of the court maximized his separation from defenders, making him one of the most dangerous off-ball prospects in the building.     [player_tooltip player_id='1593893' first='Talon' last='Todd'] was spectacular when it came to setting up, involving, and finding his open teammates. He consistently pushed the pace after turnovers and rebounds, often finding his corner shooters or dropping a perfect bounce pass to a secondary break player sprinting down the lane. On the defensive side, Todd displayed strong on-ball defensive prowess, applying relentless pressure and limiting straight-line drives with his quick footwork and sharp anticipation.     6-foot-4-inch shooting guard, [player_tooltip player_id='2555332' first='Jayden' last='Cherry'], was an unconscious three-point shooter who wasted no time letting it fly in transition. Whether pulling up off the dribble or trailing for catch-and-shoot opportunities, he took full advantage of defenders with their hands down or at their side, consistently capitalizing on any space given to him.     [player_tooltip player_id='2555079' first='Uyiosa' last='Osawemwenze'], a dynamic 6'6" rebounder, had a quick upward leap and the ability to explode off the ground with ease, consistently out-jumping opponents to grab rebounds above the rim. His explosiveness was especially critical for offensive rebounds, where his timing and effortless elevation set him apart from the rest. With strong legs and a solid core, he maintained balance while securing rebounds in traffic, using his physical power to hold his ground against opposing players. Osawemwenze excelled at boxing out effectively and sealing off his man, controlling the space near the rim with authority.