Prep Hoops Live: 2026 Wing and Post New Names Emerge

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Hoops Live over the weekend was a great opportunity for our staff to see a ton of prospects from the state of Illinois which we will be breaking down all week.  Here we examine <strong>Prep Hoops Live: 2026 Wing and Post New Names Emerge</strong>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2388062' first='Justin' last='Paszkowski'] (Illinois T-Wolves)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Really liked what we saw with this 6'0” two guard from Plainfield East.&nbsp; He got the event started in style with his sharp shooting from the perimeter.&nbsp; Poured in an array of them off the catch along with mixing in some soft touch finishes on Friday night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Brelan Hudley (Illinois T-Wolves)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is some projectability with this 6'3” Oswego East wing.&nbsp; He has a wiry build with good length.&nbsp; Won on straight line takes along with getting in the paint for floaters.&nbsp; Did manage to hit one triple as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2435471' first='Darius' last='McKinney'] (UEBL Wolves)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKinney jumped off the floor in warm ups as a 6'3” long and lanky small forward with a ton of athleticism.&nbsp; Looks like he could continue to grow.&nbsp; Long strides in transition with the ball in his hands, was active defensively, and hit a turnaround jumper.&nbsp; Late in the game his long ball came alive including pouring in the game winner on a pull up three for the victory.&nbsp; Keep an eye out for this Perspectives Joslin small forward!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Zachary Grabowski ([program_tooltip program_id='2414566' first='Mike' last='Glennon Elite'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This Brother Rice small forward had 15 points in their opening night victory.&nbsp; Gritty wing that can shoot it with a clean and consistent shot.&nbsp; Got to the rim on straight line takes and was able to finish through contact.&nbsp; Should be a solid contributor for Brother Rice as a senior.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2404320' first='Tyler' last='Reed'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2075527' first='Ignite' last='Hoops'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Massive game at 8:00 AM on Sunday morning for this Lake Zurich 6'3” small forward.&nbsp; The southpaw was super aggressive from the jump scoring 25 points in their win.&nbsp; Plus three point shooter with a quick and easy release.&nbsp; Assertive attacking off the bounce and cutting off the ball for layups and scores out of the dunker spot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1552433' first='Devin' last='Bach'] (M14 National 1)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Hampshire wing goes 6'3” with a thick frame as a two guard that can knock down shots from the perimeter.&nbsp; His frame helps him finish around the hoop and get on the glass.&nbsp; Aggressive defender who has a knack for making plays on that side of the ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2408504' first='Cole' last='Bero'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2075386' first='Chicago' last='Lockdown'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bero is a two guard that has a feel for putting the ball in the hoop.&nbsp; Crisp pull up game and gets to the charity stripe.&nbsp; Like his all-around game where he is a solid defender and capable off ball passer as a connector.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2399391' first='Owen' last='Carroll'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2075386' first='Chicago' last='Lockdown'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carroll is a two guard that burst on the scene this spring for Lockdown.&nbsp; Like his ability as a three level scorer that can also get out in the open floor.&nbsp; Does it with pretty good efficiency as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Sam Golden (Powerhouse)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Not a massive game for Golden, but we still like what we see out of this Loyola two guard in our second look at him this spring.&nbsp; You have to like the shot making ability both creating off the bounce along with spotting up.&nbsp; Can also mix in some soft touch finishes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Sean Pederson (Illinois Stars)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pederson had a strong outing as the Wheaton North 6'3” small forward poured in 18 points in their Saturday afternoon victory.&nbsp; Creative scorer that can spot up from three, get on the offensive glass, and be a nifty finisher in the paint on drives.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2414164' first='Jalen' last='Clardy'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2078449' first='Meanstreets' last=''] National)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Strong bodied 6'2” Bremen two guard that is a productive player.&nbsp; Snatches rebounds well from his guard spot on both ends of the floor.&nbsp; Capable of knocking in a three, but is most effective scoring in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2390105' first='Henry' last='Herold'] (M14 National 1)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Herold is a 6'6” four man from Montini that has some upside.&nbsp; Lanky frame with face up ability.&nbsp; Was active on the offensive glass for put backs and had some acrobatic conversions in the paint including a nice reverse layup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2399378' first='Mason' last='Moore'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2075386' first='Chicago' last='Lockdown'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Long and broad shouldered four man from Andrew that has considerable potential.&nbsp; He flashed with a three, swatting a shot, and a massive put back dunk.&nbsp; The key for him will be bringing consistent production because the athletic gifts are certainly there for this 6'6” power forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2875738' first='Cornelius' last='Blakely'] ([program_tooltip program_id='2075732' first='Next' last='Generation'])</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Blakely kind of fits a similar profile to Moore.&nbsp; Plainfield Central 6'5” power forward looks the part and shows glimpses of what he can do.&nbsp; Explosive offensive rebounder, banked in a mid-range jumper, and is a rim protector.&nbsp; Lot of untapped potential here.&nbsp; Could definitely see a small college or JUCO developing him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->