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Gems in the Gym 2030

Gems in the Gym 2030
2030
Hector Marquez
Hector Marquez August 30, 2025 @ 08:22 PM
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Adam Baca
Adam Baca 5'7" | PG | 2030
UT
Robby Dupuy
Robby Dupuy 5'10" | CG | 2030
UT
Benny Amakasu
Benny Amakasu 5'8" | PG | 2030
UT
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It is never too early to start tracking some of the best eighth-grade prospects in the state. There was a private showcase that allowed us to take a glimpse at some of the best kids in 8th grade. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"Michael Bailey","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Preston","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-68b3a3c93d5c5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bailey made his way from Preston, Idaho, for this showcase in Utah. Right off the bat, he passed the eye test with his athleticism, solid footwork, and understanding of the game. Bailey demonstrated strong moves to the basket and was the initiator in contact situations. His ability to finish through contact was phenomenal. In open play, he effectively used screens and fed the roller. Defensively, he was a force, making plays all over the court. He's a promising player with a strong foundation for future development.</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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"null","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-68b3a3c93d6cf"} /--> <!-- 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":"Cameron Ralph","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Pocatello","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-68b3a3c93d7ae"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cameron Ralph showcased exceptional versatility on the court, displaying the potential to evolve into a multifaceted player. His knack for pick-and-pop plays positions him as a wing player who could become a versatile guard or even a utility-minded big, capable of spacing the floor if he reaches beyond 6'6. He demonstrated strong shooting ability in these situations and also displayed a good motor for rebounding, consistently going after difficult rebounds.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2955720"],"_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-68b3a3c93d832"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dupuy was impressive. His wiggle and shot-making ability are something you can't ignore. In the open floor, he could weave his way through different layers of defense, and he could also create shots for his teammates. He is a player that wil get to the high school level and be ready to make an impact. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2955746"],"_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-68b3a3c93d8a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Baca is a quick guard who can also play off the ball. He was running the floor, and he had moments where he made some big-time moves. If he can continue to work on his attacks and get downhill, he has a chance to continue to improve.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2955685"],"_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-68b3a3c93d91b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Benny is a strong player who possesses the ability to elude defenders. He is the younger brother of Peter Amakasu, who had a successful high school season at Lehi before transferring to Westminster, where he currently plays. Benny demonstrates a reliable shooting ability and functions as a strong lead guard, effectively reaching the paint. He has significant potential, and it is anticipated that he will eventually return to Lehi, ready to make an immediate impact.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

It is never too early to start tracking some of the best eighth-grade prospects in the state. There was a private showcase that allowed us to take a glimpse at some of the best kids in 8th grade.

Michael Bailey

Michael Bailey

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS PG
CLASS 2030

Michael Bailey

School: Preston
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Cameron Ralph

Cameron Ralph

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SF
CLASS 2030

Cameron Ralph

School: Pocatello
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Robby Dupuy

Robby Dupuy

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG
CLASS 2030
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Robby
Dupuy CG
Class
2030
Height
5'10"
HS
Pleasant Grove
|
UT
Gems in the Gym 2030
Dupuy was impressive. His wiggle and shot-making ability are something you can’t ignore. In the open floor, he...
Written by Hector Marquez
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Robby Dupuy

State: Utah
School: Pleasant Grove
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Adam Baca

Adam Baca

HEIGHT 5'7"
POS PG
CLASS 2030
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Adam
Baca PG
Class
2030
Height
5'7"
HS
Olympus
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UT
Gems in the Gym 2030
Baca is a quick guard who can also play off the ball. He was running the floor, and...
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Adam Baca

State: Utah
School: Olympus
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Benny Amakasu

Benny Amakasu

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PG
CLASS 2030
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Benny
Amakasu PG
Class
2030
Height
5'8"
HS
Lehi
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UT
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Benny is a strong player who possesses the ability to elude defenders. He is the younger brother of...
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Benny Amakasu

State: Utah
School: Lehi
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