My Top Performers from The Expo: Wisconsin

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With the Wisconsin All-Showcase Team announced, I thought I'd share a few additional players I had high on my list. Before doing so, here are the individuals who made the All-Showcase Team, in case you missed it:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/[player_tooltip player_id='2406142' first='Jayden' last='']-brown-6/#:~:text=[player_tooltip player_id='2406142' first='Jayden' last='']%20Brown%20is%20a%20class%20of%202025%20Wisconsin%20high%20school">[player_tooltip player_id='2432845' first='[player_tooltip player_id='2406142' first='Jayden' last='']' last='Brown'] </a>- Grantsburg | [program_tooltip program_id='2076033' first='Wisconsin' last='Playmakers']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2610589' first='Kaleb' last='Colbert'] - Milwaukee Golda Meir | [program_tooltip program_id='2076433' first='Kevon' last='Looney Power 5']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2610556' first='Brody' last='Gilbertson'] - Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln | [program_tooltip program_id='2078835' first='Wisconsin' last='Swing']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2610552' first='Ben' last='Grabner'] - Kimberly | [program_tooltip program_id='2076027' first='Wisconsin' last='Blizzard']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1561916' first='J.T.' last='Schlaefer'] - Assumption | [program_tooltip program_id='2076029' first='Wisconsin' last='Crusaders']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2610611' first='Roman' last='Thompson'] - Kettle Moraine | [program_tooltip program_id='2485567' first='MTXE' last='Premier Milwaukee']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Additional Top Performers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2224507"],"_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-66fb430ae5a88"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I really liked what I saw from Boyce. He was always in the middle of the action, working hard on both ends of the court and showing a versatile, team-first approach. That doesn't mean he didn't take shots when they were there, but he didn't force the issue either. He has a strong build and used his athleticism to power through contact and finish in traffic. But it wasn't just his strength, Boyce has the shiftiness to get by defenders off the dribble, can be creative as he attacks the basket, and moves well without the ball. Defensively, he has quick hands and has excellent lateral ability, which he uses to cut off penetration. He also pairs that defensive quickness with a high basketball IQ to beat his opponents to their spots and force turnovers. He is effective on the perimeter, playing the 1, 2 or 3, but is also tenacious and will battle inside if necessary, pulling down boards in the process. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2224523"],"_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-66fb430ae5ae5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I saw Sipple play several times throughout the evening and got a slightly different read on him each time. Each impression was positive, but I was impressed with his ability to adjust his game and take what the defense was giving him offensively. Overall, I had a variety of notes ranging from his ability to execute a smooth one-handed take over a defender, to knocking down shots from distance. He flashed a nice spin move in the paint and has the strength to finish through contact. Sipple also made some effective and solid passes, showcasing his ability to get his teammates involved in the action. As I was starting to pack up during the last game of the evening, Sipple demonstrated his athleticism with a powerful one-hand jam on a breakaway, leading me to pull my notepad back out and elevate him from a standout to a top performer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[2279894],"_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-66fb430ae5b23"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Young was another player to exhibit a versatile offensive skill set, combining athleticism, strength, and finesse. He showcased his explosiveness with a two-handed dunk on a fast break, followed by another off an alley-oop. He can finish at the rim or execute with creativity, draining shots like runners and tear-drops. From the perimeter, he confidently knocked down several threes, highlighting his range and shot-making ability. He runs the point well and has a plus handle, with a burst and quick step that allows him to break down defenders and take the rock to the basket. His ability to finish through contact or draw fouls adds another layer to his offensive ability. If he's in the post, he has the strength and leaping ability to defend, rebound and score through a variety of moves. Young's gritty, competitive nature is evident in his play, but he balances it with poise and control, making him a player to watch whenever he steps on the court.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->