Prep Hoops Nationals: Max’s Day Two Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Prep Hoops National Open Championship is powered by VKTRY</strong> - the world's best performance insoles. Jump higher. Run faster. Reduce injuries. <a href="https://vktry.com/?utm_source=Prep+Network&amp;utm_medium=Tournament&amp;utm_campaign=Indy_July">Shop the insoles trusted by 500+ pro/college teams. </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the top prospects I saw on Saturday at the Prep Hoops National Open Championship powered by VKTRY!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2434543"],"_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-687cc68ea8b7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Logan helped power [program_tooltip program_id='2440507' first='Davis' last='Brothers Elite'] into the 16u semi-finals, putting in a strong performance in the game I watched against Indiana Elite Team Indiana. The ball always seemed to end up in the right place at the right time coming from Logan, as he's a smart decision maker who can think on the fly and react to whatever the defense throws at him. When needed he could beat defenders off the dribble to create his own shots, but for the most part he scored his team high 20 points within the flow of the offense. Smooth jumper that makes defenders pay for leaving him in space on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560797"],"_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-687cc68ea8c09"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaxon was key in the comeback win for [program_tooltip program_id='2078859' first='Starks' last='Elite'] against IE D1 Indiana on Saturday. He caught fire at the right time, draining a handful of threes in the second half. Once he gets into a rhythm, Jaxon is able to mix in some shot-fakes before blowing by to make plays off the dribble. Showed a quick burst to get to the rim off one dribble and extend to finish before a shot blocker could arrive, but also had the vision to set up his 6'10 big man with a couple of easy looks. One of the best pure shooters in Minnesota's 2026 class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2101872"],"_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-687cc68ea8c83"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This 6'3 wing can flat out score the ball. In the two games I watched Yeshiyah proved to be a three level scoring threat with a dangerous pull-up jumper. With just one or two dribbles Cobb would be able to get to his spots and elevate to hit shots over the top of length. Was also a threat in transition as he has the skill to weave through defenders in the open floor, and the strength on his frame to hold defenders off as he gets into the paint to finish. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121346"],"_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-687cc68ea8d05"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Henry came out firing in an 8am game for [program_tooltip program_id='2075449' first='East' last='Metro Bounce'], and the opposing defense just didn't have an answer for him. The 5'11 guard just found ways to get into his pull-up jumper, and didn't need many dribbles to do so. Because of his deep shooting range defenders were forced to guard him tight beyond the arc, allowing Henry to shift their balance with a shot-fake or jab-step before blowing by them. Mixed in some tough reverse lay-ups that allowed him to shield off shot blockers as he finished at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1561939"],"_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-687cc68ea8d7c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1561939' first='Ethan' last='Joling'] was back running with All Wisconsin this weekend, and was simply dominant at times in a 9am win. The 6'6 wing couldn't be kept away from the basket, as opposing size had a difficult time sticking in front of him with his fluid handle. With his long frame Ethan is able to cover a lot of ground with one or two steps, helping him get from the wing to the rim before defenders have a chance to react. Extended for a handful of finishes inside, or could stop on a dime for a mid-range pull-up when needed. Defensively he was moving his feet with smaller wings/guards with ease, and smothering them with his long frame to force mistakes and turnovers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2508673"],"_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-687cc68ea8df2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jackson was all over the floor coming up with plays defensively for [program_tooltip program_id='2076033' first='Wisconsin' last='Playmakers'] on Saturday night. Although often the smallest guy on the floor, Jackson has good lateral quickness, combined with the effort to provide consistent pressure on the ball. His presence helped force a handful of turnovers throughout the game, while also disrupting the flow of the opposing team's offense. Scrapped inside to pull in a few rebounds against bigger players as well. Offensively he caught fire from three in the second half, knocking down a handful of shots from beyond the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Lars Lindroos","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'3u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Tracy High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Team Rampage 99","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-687cc68ea8ef3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Not sure I saw a player chase down more loose balls all summer than Lars did yesterday against [program_tooltip program_id='2422572' first='D1' last='Minnesota Gold']. The 6'3 guard was flying all over the floor on defense, coming up with steals, chasing down long rebounds, and getting his team out in transition for easy buckets. He showed the speed to blow by defenders in the open floor, and at 6'3 he has the length to extend and finish at the rim at a high percentage. Seemed to defend just about every spot on the floor, and never ran out of energy.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->