Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Delaware
    Florida
    Georgia
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
    • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
    Showcases
    • Freshman Showcase Freshman Showcase
    • Sophomore ID Camp Sophomore ID Camp
    • The Expo The Expo
    About Our Events
  • Prep Hoops for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
    • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round without ads.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
    • About Us
  • Illinois
  • Rankings
    • How We Rank

    • Archived Rankings

    • 2026 Rankings

    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

  • Club Programs
  • Player Database
  • Scouts
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Delaware
      Florida
      Georgia
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
      • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
      Showcases
      • Freshman Showcase Freshman Showcase
      • Sophomore ID Camp Sophomore ID Camp
      • The Expo The Expo
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Hoops for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
      • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round without ads.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Chicago Elite Classic: 2025 Wings

Chicago Elite Classic: 2025 Wings
Scott Burgess
Scott Burgess December 10, 2024 @ 09:00 AM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Brent Taylor
Brent Taylor 6'3" | SG | 2025
IL
Aiden Derose
Aiden Derose 6'3" | SG/PG | 2025
IL
Jack Wolf
Jack Wolf 6'4" | SG | 2025
IL
Danny Loftus
Danny Loftus 6'3" | SG | 2025
IL
Kendall Cutler
Kendall Cutler 6'3" | SG | 2025
IL
Phoenix Childs
Phoenix Childs 6'4" | SF | 2025
IL
Derrick Dowdell
Derrick Dowdell 6'4" | SF | 2025
IL
Arden Eaves
Arden Eaves 6'5" | SF | 2025
IL
Alex Gossett
Alex Gossett 6'4" | SF | 2025
IL
Zerrick Johnson
Zerrick Johnson 6'2" | PG | 2025
IL
Al Brooks
Al Brooks 6'6" | PF | 2025
IL
Ty Macariola
Ty Macariola 6'1" | SG | 2025
IL
Jacob Rice
Jacob Rice 6'4" | SG/CG | 2025
IL
Bradley Stratton
Bradley Stratton 6'1" | SG | 2025
IL
Phoenix Gill
Phoenix Gill 6'3" | SG | 2025
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>PHI was at the Chicago Elite Classic over the weekend.&nbsp; There were a ton of prospects at the event with college potential.&nbsp; In this series we breakdown over 80 of them!&nbsp; Here is <strong>Chicago Elite Classic: 2025 Wings</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1766470' first='Alex' last='Gossett'] (OPRF)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gossett had an excellent showing in the opening game of the event.&nbsp; The long and rangy wing brings plus athleticism and two way ability to the table.&nbsp; Has always been a pogo stick athlete, but the skill set is really starting to emerge as a senior.&nbsp; Shot it well from beyond the arc knocking in 3-5 from distance.&nbsp; High level transition player and gets to the foul line at a good rate.&nbsp; Went for 17 points (5-13 FG) and 5 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1598778' first='Ty' last='Macariola'] (Fenwick)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Massive outing from Macariola as the hard nosed two guard was in his bag against rival OPRF.&nbsp; He is a plus shooter from beyond the arc as he was 3-4 from deep along with getting fouled on two other attempts.&nbsp; Mixed in some tough layups and got out in transition for buckets.&nbsp; Definitely the go to player for Fenwick who notched 27 points (9-13 FG), 4 rebounds, and 3 dimes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1550741' first='Jacob' last='Rice'] (St. Laurence)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Strong bodied two guard from St. Laurence that brings physicality on the perimeter.&nbsp; He was at his best attacking downhill on straight line drives, scoop shots, and getting to the rack for scores.&nbsp; Rebounded well for his position and proved to be a nice connective passer on the perimeter netting 15 points (5-13 FG), 7 rebounds, and 3 assists.&nbsp; One of the better uncommitted seniors in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1766462' first='Zerrick' last='Johnson'] (St. Laurence)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Johnson is a downhill bucket getter.&nbsp; Built like a running back it is all power drives out of the St. Laurence standout.&nbsp; He wins on straight line takes finishing at the cup through traffic.&nbsp; Didn't really show much in the way of a jumper as it was all downhill takes finishing with 16 points (6-12 FG) and 9 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1544818' first='Bradley' last='Stratton'] (St. Laurence)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stratton is a plus shooter from three as he knocked in 3-6 from beyond the arc.&nbsp; Quick release along with a clean release.&nbsp; Best as a shooting specialist that will be impactful at the small college level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1385292' first='Phoenix' last='Gill'] (St. Ignatius)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Northwestern commit is the #2 senior in the state and played like it in St. Ignatius win against Lane Tech which helped them move to 6-0 on the season.&nbsp; Great frame and length that projects well toward the next level.&nbsp; He got blocked a couple times, but what we loved was he kept attacking the rack instead of settiling.&nbsp; Float game, transition finishes, and using his crossover to win off the bounce.&nbsp; Drained a pair of threes toward the end of the game.&nbsp; Went for 23 points (8-17 FG) and 8 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2433263' first='Drew' last='Bartolai'] (Lane Tech)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bartolai was a big spark for Lane Tech at the start of their game against St. Ignatius.&nbsp; He ripped off 10 of his 14 points in the first quarter.&nbsp; Crafty scoring guard that was in all out attack mode getting to the rack for nifty finishes one after another.&nbsp; Creative ball handler and gets on the offensive glass for put backs.&nbsp; Nice small college player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2415420' first='Danny' last='Loftus'] (Riverside Brookfield)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Loftus started the day off on Saturday with a monster game notching 18 points (5-17 FG) (8-11 FT).&nbsp; Scored on crafty moves and sweeping layups in the paint.&nbsp; Also was effective at getting to the charity stripe at a high rate in their contest.&nbsp; Rebounds well for his position including offensively where he recorded 4 of his 9 boards.&nbsp; Excellent small college gem.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2217980' first='Phoenix' last='Childs'] (Perspectives)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Childs is a prospect that is seeing his stock on the rise as a senior.&nbsp; Transfer from Phillips that is the go to player for Perspectives.&nbsp; Big and physical wing that is a straight bucket getter!&nbsp; Really like the motor that he brings game in and game out.&nbsp; He can play bully ball downhill especially when attacking in the open floor.&nbsp; Like how well he shot it draining 4-6 from the perimeter shooting it with a ton of confidence off the catch.&nbsp; Good wing rebounder and has shown some playmaking/connective feel as a passer.&nbsp; Went for 31 points (12-22 FG) and 8 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105200' first='Derrick' last='Dowdell'] (Perspectives)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Transfer from Curie is the #2 option for a good Perspectives squad.&nbsp; Another strong bodied wing that can use his strength to it in the lane where he overpowers opponents finishing with a soft touch game.&nbsp; Streaky perimeter shot maker that can make them as he was 2-7 from beyond the arc.&nbsp; Gets to the charity stripe and did a nice job on the defensive end as he scored 16 points and grabbed 5 boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kamrin King (Hyde Park)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>King is a scoring wing that has a strong frame and a college ready body.&nbsp; He is a plus shooter from beyond the arc where he drained 2-5 in the game we caught.&nbsp; Shoots it with a lot of confidence.&nbsp; Struggled scoring inside the paint, but did get 8 points on a pair of threes along with a pull up jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2321421' first='Kendall' last='Cutler'] (Bolingbrook)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cutler is the glue guy that has fit in well with Bolingbrook after transferring in from Romeoville.&nbsp; Mostly known as a spot up shooter it was his scoring inside the arc that led him to 7 points in their win against Kankakee.&nbsp; Small college gem.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2437515' first='Jack' last='Wolf'] (Warren)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wolf is the QB on the Warren football team, but he had a nice game against Kenwood as the two guard drained a pair of threes along with crisp pull up two coming off a ball screen.&nbsp; Also contributed on the boards at a high rate.&nbsp; Finished with 12 points and 7 rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2617362' first='Brent' last='Taylor'] (Homewood Flossmoor)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Taylor is a rangy shooting guard who is fitting in very well as the secondary scorer next to Tyler.&nbsp; He is one of the top uncommitted two guards in the senior class.&nbsp; Showed why against Whitney Young on a big stage as he had 19 points (8-10 FG) and 6 boards in the win.&nbsp; Started it off with a deep three.&nbsp; Then used his quickness on the offensive glass.&nbsp; Pushed it in transition with his speed and long strides.&nbsp; He is just an advanced bucket getter!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2105169' first='Arden' last='Eaves'] (Homewood Flossmoor)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Eaves is a freaky athlete that is committed to Lewis.&nbsp; The D2 program is getting a two way wing that impacts on both ends.&nbsp; Offensively he threw down a pair of massive dunks, euro steps for buckets, and had another tip slam.&nbsp; Defensively his versatility and athleticism shined.&nbsp; He had 8 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal, and 1 block.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2617349' first='Aiden' last='Derose'] (Homewood Flossmoor)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top sleepers in the senior class that is under appreciated by many.&nbsp; Can play both on and off the ball with a long and rangy frame.&nbsp; Good passing feel that was shown in this game setting up teammates.&nbsp; Plus shooter from three with a clean release along with the ability to finish through contact at the rack and rebound well.&nbsp; Stuffed the stat sheet for 13 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1766460' first='Al' last='Brooks'] Jr (Rich Township)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brooks Jr lived up to his top 10 ranking in a contest against nationally ranked prospects on Duncanville.&nbsp; He is a long and athletic combo forward that is a major stat sheet stuffer.&nbsp; He is quick to the offensive glass for put backs, uses his long strides in transition for scores, spinning layups, finished out of the dunker spot, and hit a pair of threes in a 24 point and 12 rebound showing.&nbsp; Among the best uncommitted prospects on the board.&nbsp; He is the type of guy that if he can be refined can be a massive late add for a program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

PHI was at the Chicago Elite Classic over the weekend.  There were a ton of prospects at the event with college potential.  In this series we breakdown over 80 of them!  Here is Chicago Elite Classic: 2025 Wings!

Prep Hoops

Access all of Prep Hoops

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Rankings

295 Players Ranked

  • 1
    Lincoln Williams

    Lincoln Williams

    Kankakee

  • 2
    Marquis Clark

    Marquis Clark

    Whitney Young

  • 3
    Bryce Wegrzyn

    Bryce Wegrzyn

    Libertyvillle

  • 4
    EJ Hazelett

    EJ Hazelett

    Kankakee

    Indiana State
  • 5
    Semaj Stampley

    Semaj Stampley

    Alton

View Full Rankings

Related Articles

  • The EXPO Illinois: Video Interviews

    The EXPO Illinois: Video Interviews

    Scott Burgess • August 26

  • Prep Hoops Illinois Freshman Showcase – Photo Gallery

    Prep Hoops Illinois Freshman Showcase – Photo Gallery

    Prep Hoops Staff • August 26

  • Prep Hoops Illinois Sophomore ID Camp – Photo Gallery

    Prep Hoops Illinois Sophomore ID Camp – Photo Gallery

    Prep Hoops Staff • August 26

  • Parham’s Fab 5 from Sophomore ID Camp

    Parham’s Fab 5 from Sophomore ID Camp

    Steve Parham • August 26

  • Sophomore ID Camp First Glance

    Sophomore ID Camp First Glance

    Joshua Burish • August 26

Loading...
Home Illinois Chicago Elite Classic: 2025 Wings

Prep Network

  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Prep Hoops. All rights reserved.