PREVIEW: 6 to watch at the Grind Region Kick Off

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The action tips off tonight at Solid Rock, along with games at the Hive this weekend. Here's a primer of six prospects from the submitted rosters. From 2026s that know how to fill it up, to 2027s that are starting to scratch the surface </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1987390"],"_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-67eec49561e47"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Small town scorer, who has been producing since his freshman year. A late season injury derailed a successful junior year. Jackson has always been a gunner from deep, has started to add more burst to get downhill. Where he can be a skilled and acrobatic finisher at the rim. A hopefully healthy Jackson should be among the better scorers in the 17U Divison. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140720"],"_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-67eec49561ea7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Following a breakout sophomore season, Cooper-Kelley will be running at the 17U level. On a high school team filled with upperclassman, he proved he has the toughness and craftiness to be among the better slashers in Oklahoma's Class of 2027. He also applies a similar mindset on the often end of the floor by being a hard nosed and disruptive defensive impact player. This summer will be crucial for the Timberwolf to continue to develop his shooting and playmaking ability. Still, expect him to be one of the better two-way players in the 17U Divison. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2499143"],"_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-67eec49561ef0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Running with [program_tooltip program_id='2078402' first='Team' last='Griffin'] Academy's 17U Black squad, Smedley was a young bright spot for Guthrie this winter. He has good size and a solid fundamental base, with the frame and ability to finish through contact. When given a clear lane, he's starting to have the ability to punch it home with slams. A fluid shooting motion and often being ready to shoot also makes him an off the ball spot up threat. Intriguing rising sophomore, who will be fascinating to watch running up at the 17U level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1552317"],"_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-67eec49561f35"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sharpshooting specialist who peaked as the season progressed for the 5A semifinalist. Will arguably be the best shooter in attendance at the Grind Region Kick Off. Makes open threes look like layups. This season has seen him work to maximize his all around scoring gifts. His last two years at Tulsa Memorial have brought an addition to toughness and better defensive education to his game. Look for Harris to be among the more productive players at the Grind Region Kick off. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2565158"],"_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-67eec49561f78"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After playing a key role off the bench for the 2A State Champs Pirate, Meely has all the tools to be a breakout player this summer. He jumps off the court with his combination of height, wingspan and even a dash of skill. His raw traits should translate very well to the up and down nature of AAU basketball. With the ability to gain valuable experience as he continues on his prospect journey. Continuing to refine his skill and feel will be crucial to unlock his high potential. And help him accomplish a "junior year leap".</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2819446"],"_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-67eec49561fbc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An out of state prospect to keep tabs on, Lankford recently won the TAPPS Class 2A State Title. Highlights paint a picture of a shooting guard with good size and wingspan, who can fill it up from DEEP. Including comfortably hitting from a few stops beyond the three point line. Oklahoma squads better be ready to pick him up quickly after he passes halfcourt, or he'll be ready to let it fly. Looks best as a spot up threat in his highlights, but will be interesting to see his full array of scoring abilities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->