Class of 2029 Wings Emerge Putting Name on Watch List

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your annual subscription***</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Prep Hoops Illinois 2029 Watch List has expanded to 70 prospects!&nbsp; Here is a look at the top wings that were added in the latest update!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2767828' first='Dallas' last='Marshall'] (Bloomington)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marshall is one of the best wings in the state's 2029 class.&nbsp; At 6'5” the small forward has size, frame, and athleticism you look for at a young age.&nbsp; Really like how he is aggressive with the ball in his hand attacking downhill being able to convert at the rim with either hand.&nbsp; Can also post up, get on the boards, and has a clean three point shot.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3472205' first='Tim' last='Griffith'] (Quincy)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Griffith emerged at the Prairie Farms Holiday Tournament as the 6'2” shooting guard can slash off the bounce and score on cuts.&nbsp; Capable spot up shooter and is a connective passer.&nbsp; Like what he brings on the defensive end.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2906888' first='Carson' last='Gruber'] (Bureau Valley)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gruber showed flashes of his potential at the Prep Hoops Freshman Camp and has had a great start to the season.&nbsp; In his first 9 games of the year he averaged 14 points, 2.5 assists, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals a game.&nbsp; That included a 37 point outburst.&nbsp; Super deep range on his shot to the volleyball line on a regular basis.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3472207' first='Matthew' last='Wilson'] (Edwardsville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wilson is a 6'2” wing that has a thick frame.&nbsp; Good mid-range shooter that can stretch it to three on occasion.&nbsp; Skilled player that passes it and has been a contributor this season for Edwardsville.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3472210' first='Kierre' last='Brooks'] (Leo)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We liked what we saw from Brooks both in camp settings in the fall and with Leo as a freshman.&nbsp; The two guard has a lanky frame and gets loose in transition.&nbsp; Has shown potential as a shooter early on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3252526' first='Jayden' last='Alford'] (Yorkville Christian)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Alford like his older brother has the chance to turn into a straight bucket getter down the road for Yorkville Christian.&nbsp; Plays a bench role for his team, but we have seen flashes!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3472213' first='Javeon' last='Williams'] (Sacred Heart Griffin)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 6'1” stocky two guard scores around the cup on the offensive boards, off cuts, and in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2859747' first='Kalel' last='Davis'] (De La Salle)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Long and wiry 6'5” small forward has a ton of projectability to his game.&nbsp; Plus athlete that flies around on the offensive boards and defensively.&nbsp; Pure upside play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='3472215' first='Zahari' last='Threatt'] (De La Salle)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'5” Threatt has a long and lanky frame for a small forward.&nbsp; Plus athlete with long strides, quick to the offensive boards, rim runs, and has good form on his jumper.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2436727' first='Beckett' last='Shelton'] (Plainfield North)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>High energy wing that does a nice job playing within a team concept as a connective passer.&nbsp; Attacks the basket and puts pressure on the defense.&nbsp; Competitive kid!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->