#PHMadnessInTheMidwest: Max’s Day Two Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the top performers from Saturday's games in Appleton at Prep Hoops Madness In The Midwest!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2088029"],"_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-6804e15e02717"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Elijah shot the ball at a high level in [program_tooltip program_id='2078394' first='Team' last='1848']'s win over WOTN in their final game of the weekend. The 6' guard shot just over 48% from beyond the arc during the high school season, and continued to knock down threes consistently this weekend, showing he can connect off the catch or dribble. Did a great job of running off screens to shake his defender, and quickly getting his hands and feet ready to shoot once the ball came his way. Showed he can create his own shot off of limited dribbles with a couple of step-back jumpers as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560847"],"_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-6804e15e0276d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Thomas was one of the most dominant rebounders in attendance this weekend. He's a strong and physical 6'5 forward who excels at clearing out space with a box out, and secures everything with two hands. Once he gets a hand on the ball, he's not giving up possession, as he's going to chin it and rip to clear out space before locating an outlet. In the half-court his strength allows him to get deep position on the block for post-up looks, and he's so good out of the pick &amp; roll. Showed great hands and coordination to catch in traffic and power his way up to finish in a crowd.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2400946"],"_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-6804e15e027b6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Myles had a nice game helping lead his WOTN team past Chapman West. He took over in the second half, showing he can stretch the floor from three, post up opposing wings, or beat his man off the dribble and extend to finish at the rim. Does a nice job of moving without the ball to find himself in space to score. Hard working player who was relied upon to guard a number of spots defensively, while also providing an extra rebounding presence inside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2839214"],"_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-6804e15e027fc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Luke had a strong performance helping lead his 24:Up Burton team past a tough [program_tooltip program_id='2075704' first='MN' last='Rise'] squad on Saturday. The 6' guard was just finding ways to get two feet in the paint, and from there showed he could finish in a number of ways. Even against a team with a ton of frontcourt size, Luke showcased the touch to go right over the top and finish with floaters. Started to extend that range a bit more as the game went on, but his hot shooting early in the game really helped give his team a boost of confidence that carried them to a win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560865"],"_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-6804e15e02840"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">If Nolan gets downhill on his left hand, the possession is pretty much over. The SLP guard is nearly automatic when he gets to the rim going left, as he has the touch to finish over players from difficult angles all while going full speed. Against WOTN on Saturday he was converting early and often, kissing the ball in high off the glass for a number of early finishes. Has a really nice hesitation move before blowing by you, but if you commit to early he's able to crossover to the right and pull-up for a mid-range jumper. Someone who took a huge leap from his sophomore to junior season, and will be a prospect to keep an eye on over the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2119602"],"_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-6804e15e02883"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cole is an intriguing prospect who I think has a chance to boost his stock quite a bit this spring. Now listed at 6'7, he's capable of playing either the 3 or 4 spots at times. Has good athleticism at his size which allows him to beat opposing forwards off the dribble, or fly up the floor in transition. Defend him with a smaller wing though, and Cole showed he's not afraid to go down to the block and post up. Extended his range out to beyond the arc, moved his feet with smaller players defensively, and provided an extra rebounding presence for his team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1628772"],"_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-6804e15e028c8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Rosemount guard was competing on both ends against a talented [program_tooltip program_id='2078394' first='Team' last='1848'] group on Saturday night. Defensively he was getting after it, constantly putting pressure on opposing point guards, and getting on the floor for every loose ball. Forced a number of turnovers that allowed his team to get out in transition for easy buckets. Hollie plays with an endless supply of energy, and never seems to take a possession off. Offensively he used his strong frame to barrel his way to the rim, and finish strong through contact. Could go right into a defender's chest and keep his chin at the rim to finish with consistency.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->