Standouts: Veterans Arena Invitational

Recapping prospects who shined at the Holland Hall-Rogers, Cascia Hall and Edmond North vs Tulsa Memorial games last Saturday at the Veterans Arena Invitational.    Lowe was a terror with the ball in his hands. From pushing in transition and snaking by defenders in the half court. To quickly stopping and pulling up to shoot over smaller guards, he did it all. Is already one of the best scorers in Oklahoma regardless of grade. Has the type of old school mid-range game that is the perfect counter punch to when opponents try to play off of him to account for his speed. Cascia's dominating win on Saturday was a very loud reminder of how good Lowe and the Commandos can be.     Edmond North got off a strong start in a hostile environment, and it was the freshman who led the way in the first half. As usual, he was a strong perimeter shooter. Where if left open he'll make the defense pay with efficiency from deep. But also had a couple flashes off the bounce. Against bigger and older opponents, had no issues putting it on the floor and scoring impressively at the rim. Has the DNA of a sharpshooter right now, with clear paths to turn into an all around scorer.     One of the more electric athletes in Oklahoma's sophomore class. He had a slower start against a solid Holland Hall squad, but finished with a flourish to help secure a double digit victory. It started with an athletic and tough "And 1" finish. Had great hang time to get off the shot even while being fouled. Love his current mindset of willing to do the dirty work as a rebounder and even post up on offense. Has a great motor and base to build on. Evidence of his growth into even more of a perimeter threat came when he secured a defensive board, pushed it and drained a 15 footer. High ceiling prospect, who made waves as a freshman and now making an even bigger splash as a sophomore.     Memorial's workhorse finished strong in a valiant comeback effort for the Chargers vs a tough 6A opponent. Remains a "chairman of the boards" type with his effort, focus and athleticism to make tough rebounds on both ends of the court. After a slow start scoring wise, he got it going from distance. Which has been a nice addition to his tough post game. Rebounding and three point shooting are traits that are often appealing to college coaches.     The big man is perfect for physical and tough contests like Saturday night's match up with Memorial. Knows how to eat up space around the rim, to be a deterrent at the basket and crash the glass. Had a huge tip in late in the contest that gave the Huskies vital breathing room. Change of pace, old school big man who gives North the ability to switch up looks with strong spurts of interior impact.     Quick guard, with some electricity to his game. He was the key to Rogers building an early lead. Has the first step and overall burst to get down hill and pressure the rim on offense. While also being a quick and pesky defender against opposing ballhandlers. A strong stretch of perimeter shooter was also crucial in Rogers closing out the first half on a strong note. Fun prospect to watch, has the juice and swagger that small guards need to thrive against bigger foes.     Very good athlete for his size, with a huge wingspan which also helps him out with causing some havoc on defense. Most comfortable on the perimeter, great skill foundation there as a shooter and a passer. Needs to start taking more advantage of his athletic gifts and height by adding toughness around the rim. The building blocks are there for him to finished his junior season strongly. And set himself to be a collegiate prospect as a senior.     An athletic and disruptor on defense. Walker makes his mark by forcing steals and turnovers, often in the backcourt. Exciting prospect in transition as he already has the explosiveness to finish with authority and highlight reel slams. Brings a different and very complimentary style of play to Cascia Hall's exciting Class of 2027 backcourt.     Burris has morphed into an impactful, do it all bigger off guard for Cascia Hall. Looked best offensively when knocking down shots from catch and shoot situations. Or cutting to the rim and finishing strongly. Liked his mindset on defense and as a rebounder. Good utility play, who's contributions are noticeable to keen observers.

Recapping prospects who shined at the Holland Hall-Rogers, Cascia Hall and Edmond North vs Tulsa Memorial games last Saturday at the Veterans Arena Invitational.