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Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems

Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
Logan Greenwell
Logan Greenwell August 18, 2025 @ 06:00 AM
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Reece Runyan
Reece Runyan 6'2" | PG | 2027
IN
Damon Oxley
Damon Oxley 5'11" | PG | 2027
IN
Jaylen Maners
Jaylen Maners 6'4" | C | 2027
IN
Brayden Compton
Brayden Compton 6'5" | PF | 2027
IN
Elijah Chinn
Elijah Chinn 5'7" | PG | 2027
IN
Levi Burkemper
Levi Burkemper 6'5" | C | 2027
IN
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Summer before prospects junior year is a big one for their recruitment. On June 15th, college coaches can contact prospects directly jumpstarting the process for a a lot of players. This article highlights the hidden gems of Southwest Indiana that should see their recruitment get started.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2882777"],"_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-689acb8739c46"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Left-handed guard that thrives pushing the tempo in transition. Really good at playing with his head up and finding teammate with a throw ahead pass. Shoots the three-ball with deep range. Really good manipulating the defense in pick and roll situations.</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":"Milen Garnett","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'4u0022","_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":"Evansville Central","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"WYK Basketball Club","_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-689acb8739d2b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Physical left-handed wing that drives it hard and is a crafty finisher around the basket. Has a tight handle that allows him to beat his man off the dribble and strong body that can take contact. Has a clean stroke from distance, but jump shot is a work in progress. Has the ability to guard multiple positions due to size and length.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2408663"],"_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-689acd3082794"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Electric combo guard with in the gym range and unwavered confidence. Elevates well on his jumper and doesn't need much space to get his shot off. Uses his body well to create space when attacking. Defensively, he's a gritty guard with quick feet and active hands.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2882765"],"_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-689acd3082820"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">High energy forward that defends and rebounds at a high level. Offensively he has an expanding game out to the three-point line. Good screen setter that can make plays on the roll and hit open shots popping off the screen. Also has shown the ability to drive close outs aggressively. Plays with a high motor that sprints the floor hard and finishes above the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2394483"],"_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-689acd3082885"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Steady, high energy wing/forward that does all the dirty work that doesn't always show up in the stat sheet. Good rebounder on both ends of the floor and a defender that guards multiple positions with his size and physicality. Offensively, he's a versatile piece that can play all over the floor with his shot making ability and as a playmaker with the ball or out of ball screens.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2822398"],"_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-689acd30828d2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Athletic forward that plays with a high motor. Big time rebounder and rim runner with emerging offensive skill. Switchable defender and active rim protector that plays without fouling. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2891750"],"_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-689acd308291b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Confident shooter with deep range and quick trigger.  Knows how to get open in the half court off screens and reads defenses knowing when to cut off the ball. Crafty ball handler that helps him get in the lane where he plays under control and off two feet. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

The Summer before prospects junior year is a big one for their recruitment. On June 15th, college coaches can contact prospects directly jumpstarting the process for a a lot of players. This article highlights the hidden gems of Southwest Indiana that should see their recruitment get started.

Damon Oxley

Damon Oxley

IN
PG
HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Damon
Oxley PG
Class
2027
Height
5'11"
HS
Tecumseh
|
IN
Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
Left-handed guard that thrives pushing the tempo in transition. Really good at playing with his head up and...
Written by Logan Greenwell
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Damon Oxley

State: Indiana
School: Tecumseh
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Highlights

Milen Garnett

Milen Garnett

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG
CLASS 2027

Milen Garnett

School: Evansville Central
Club: WYK Basketball Club
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Elijah Chinn

Elijah Chinn

IN
PG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Elijah
Chinn PG
Class
2027
Height
5'7"
HS
Evansville Bosse
|
IN
Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
Electric combo guard with in the gym range and unwavered confidence. Elevates well on his jumper and doesn’t...
Written by Logan Greenwell
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Elijah Chinn

State: Indiana
School: Evansville Bosse
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Jaylen Maners

Jaylen Maners

IN
C
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS C
CLASS 2027
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Jaylen
Maners C
Class
2027
Height
6'4"
HS
Jasper
|
IN
Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
High energy forward that defends and rebounds at a high level. Offensively he has an expanding game out...
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Jaylen Maners

State: Indiana
School: Jasper
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Levi Burkemper

Levi Burkemper

IN
C
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS C
CLASS 2027
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Levi
Burkemper C
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
HS
Washington
|
IN
Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
Steady, high energy wing/forward that does all the dirty work that doesn’t always show up in the stat...
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Levi Burkemper

State: Indiana
School: Washington
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Brayden Compton

Brayden Compton

IN
PF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS PF
CLASS 2027
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Brayden
Compton PF
Class
2027
Height
6'5"
HS
North Posey
|
IN
Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
Athletic forward that plays with a high motor. Big time rebounder and rim runner with emerging offensive skill....
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Brayden Compton

State: Indiana
School: North Posey
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Reece Runyan

Reece Runyan

HEIGHT 6'2"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Reece
Runyan PG
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Gibson Southern
|
IN
Southwest Indiana 2027 Hidden Gems
Confident shooter with deep range and quick trigger.  Knows how to get open in the half court off screens...
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Reece Runyan

State: Indiana
School: Gibson Southern
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