New Illinois Names Emerge at Pangos in 2028 and 2029

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After a very competitive weekend at the Pangos Midwest Camp several new names emerged on the Illinois basketball scene. These prospects stood out with their skill, athleticism, and potential. Each showing flashes of what could make them impact players in the coming years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3010128' first='Carter' last='Slaise'] – Providence St. Mel (2028)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Slaise is a 6'5” slender guard who put together a pair of stellar performances throughout the weekend. His combination of long arms and a smooth handle allow him to attack both sides of the rim effectively. Offensively he showcased a reliable mid-range jumper and the ability to stretch the floor from deep. Defensively Slaise was fearless, challenging shots and meeting opponents at the rim. His impressive all-around play earned him a spot in the prestigious Top 30 Game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Ryder Bradford – Kenwood (2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bradford is a steady two-way guard who thrives on using his defense to spark his offense. He showed excellent foot speed and quick hands consistently disrupting opposing guards and forcing tough shots. On the offensive end Bradford showcased effective ball control and confidence shooting when left open. His poise and defensive intensity make him a player to keep tabs on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Zahari Threatt – De La Salle (2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Threatt is a very promising 6'5” wing with a strong blend of size and skill. He showed an ability to beat defenders off the dribble and finish with length around the basket. Zahari was active on the boards grabbing both offensive and defensive rebounds while showing flashes of athleticism. As he continues to refine his game Threatt has the tools to become one of the top players in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jordan Sams – Mt. Zion (2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sams is a 6'5” forward who impressed as a capable catch-and-shoot threat that can also contribute inside. His size and mobility allow him to play multiple positions and he consistently competed on the glass. With a versatile skill set and projectable frame Sams looks like a name to follow closely among the 2029 freshmen class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2859747' first='Kalel' last='Davis'] – De La Salle (2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis is a long and athletic big who flashed serious potential as a defensive anchor. His length allows him to alter and block shots with ease. He's relentless on the glass securing rebounds at their highest point. Offensively, he's still raw but showed promise finishing around the rim and cleaning up second-chance opportunities. Davis has a ton of upside as he continues to develop his all-around game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2413941' first='Fitz' last='McDermott'] – St. Ignatius (2029)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McDermott, a 6'2” guard, stood out as one of the top perimeter shooters at Pangos. He combined his long-range accuracy with a steady handle and strong decision-making.&nbsp; Consistently made the extra pass to create easy looks for teammates. On the defensive end Fitz contributed on the boards and helped push the tempo in transition. His basketball IQ and shooting ability make him a valuable guard prospect to monitor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->