Grit Region Finals: Class of 2028 Sharp Shooters Part 2

Prep Hoops Illinois was in the Chicago Land Area this weekend checking out the exclusive Grit Region Finals. Over a handful of scouts were in attendance evaluating classes from 2026, 2027, 2028 & beyond. Players showcased their talents and skills in a bracketed format which made for even more enticing and competitive games. For this 2 part series, let's take a look at part 2 of some of the sharp shooters from the class of 2028 that showed up and showed out!    Second time seeing the lanky combo guard play over the Spring circuit season. Missed him in action last weekend in team's championship game due to injury. Saw a part of a game vs a tough athletic team that ultimately won the championship this weekend. Still possessed good rhythm and flow in knowing what advantages he brings to the table. Got to his spots a couple times against quicker defenders and smoothly cashed in on opportunities. Finished with a team high 16. Most impressed by the disciplined demeanor he carries on both sides of the ball and his deceptively quick mobility.     Do not equate size for talent. Caught team's last game of the tournament Sunday morning and was the smallest on the floor. After a slower first part of the game with 1 trey ball, he got into a hot rhythm shortly thereafter and hit 3 or 4 more in the second half. Possesses a smooth release with comfortability and confidence. Moves well without the ball to create some space for himself. Hands and feet are ready for a quick trigger. Helped squad to a successful 3-1 weekend.     Was one of 3 guards on a tough team that made it into the Gold Championship Division this weekend. Shares point position with a couple other solid ball handlers. When he did have primary responsibilities, he made some high iq decisions. Does a little bit of everything. Gets into the lane and can make a dish off once defense collapses in the ½ court. Will push ahead off misses fast to convert. Spotting up from 3 deems efficient. Made a hard baseline drive and wrap around pass to a guard in the corner for a spot up 3 assist. Possessed a calm and collective overall balanced game.     A quick guard that would be defined as a gamer. Can handle it or fill the wing position if necessary. Plays with a couple other solid guards and can fill whatever roll is asked 1 – 3. Part of a team that triumphed to the championship game with a well-coached and disciplined scheme throughout entire weekend knocking off a couple shoe circuit teams. Converted on buckets in transition with one being an And1. Knocked down a couple trey balls with confidence in his shot. Kept pace with a really quick opponent in early afternoon game on Sunday.     Plays in the 1 or 2 spot. Caught him in the early morning Saturday game against a squad that won the whole tournament. Got into some rhythm after the first 10 minutes of the game and kept up with pace. Had a team 11 points against tough, longer, and more athletic defense. Splashed in 3 3's off catch and shoots and made a nice settled drive into the teeth of the D to finish.

Prep Hoops Illinois was in the Chicago Land Area this weekend checking out the exclusive Grit Region Finals. Over a handful of scouts were in attendance evaluating classes from 2026, 2027, 2028 & beyond. Players showcased their talents and skills in a bracketed format which made for even more enticing and competitive games. For this 2 part series, let's take a look at part 2 of some of the sharp shooters from the class of 2028 that showed up and showed out!