Benson vs Ida B. Wells (1/8/25) – Top Performers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some of the top perfomers from the Benson vs Ida B. Wells game on January 8, 2025. Benson won the game with a score of 65-56.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2910099"],"_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-6960bd9bc57de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2910099' first='Kendall' last='Hopkins-McGlothen'] continues to show why he's considered one of the top freshmen in the state of Oregon. The athletic wing finished with 16 points and added several rebounds, using his good length and high energy to impact the game on both ends. A solid free-throw shooter and tough competitor, he plays with confidence and consistent effort throughout.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2132803"],"_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-6960bd9bc584c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hudson showed his value as a steady floor general tonight. A quick and reliable defender, he set the tone with his hard work and vocal leadership while keeping teammates organized. Hudson also contributed offensively, finishing with 14 points and making smart passes within the flow of the game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1606557"],"_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-6960bd9bc589f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1606557' first='Dache' last='Acelar'] continues to prove why he's one of the top seniors in the PIL. A solid rebounder for his size, he's a confident, all-around scorer who plays with great poise and composure. A four-year varsity player, Acelar brings leadership and experience, using his quick first step to consistently create advantages and make plays for his team. He finished with 12 points. <br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2844556"],"_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-6960bd9bc58e8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Surur turned in a standout performance, finishing with a game-high 22 points. A streaky shooter and 3-and-D presence, Surur also serves as a floor general, creating opportunities for his teammates while staying composed with the ball. He impacted the game on both ends, showing solid on-ball defense and forcing a couple of turnovers, attacking the rim aggressively, and converting at the free-throw line when needed.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2026487"],"_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-6960bd9bc5930"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mo Carter continues to establish himself as one of the top bigs in the PIL. An athletic forward with good length, he plays above the rim and consistently finishes well around the basket. Carter showcased his scoring ability by finishing with 9 points, and also had a couple of nice blocks and rebounds as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->