Twin Cities Senior Expo: Backcourt Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the guards and wings who impressed this week in Minneapolis at the Twin Cities Senior Expo!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560770"],"_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-69c5386a3d214"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chase was one of the top overall performers from the games I saw on Tuesday night. Whether he was creating for himself or his teammates, Chase provided a major spark offensively for his team. Sheldon showed deep range from beyond the arc, the ability to create separation off the dribble, and some above the rim finishing ability in the open floor. Averaged 16.6 points per game over the last five games of his senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2381223"],"_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-69c5386a3d350"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Judah thrives in these fast paced settings of play. At 6'3 with a dangerous pull-up jumper and explosive athleticism, he's tough to stop in isolation. Judah did a great job of getting to his mid-range spots off a limited amount of dribbles, and got impressive elevation on his shot making it tough for defenders to contest. Defensively his ability to move laterally at 6'3 caused problems for opposing guards as well. Coming off of a strong senior season at Columbia Heights.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1560860"],"_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-69c5386a3d456"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mkali was named Player of the Event after a strong showing on Tuesday night. From a physical perspective Kahlil stands out with his strong and agile 6'4 frame. He showed comfort knocking down catch-and-shoot threes when defenders left him in space, and also got to the rim for a couple of dunks. Slashing wing who can attack off the dribble or beat you with cuts off the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121367"],"_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-69c5386a3d55c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It's easy to see why Dre is graduating as the #6 all time scorer at Anoka. The senior guard has deep range and no shortage of confidence in his shot. Leave him in any amount of space out on the three point line, and Dre can put up points in a hurry. His quick release helps him knock down shots off the catch or dribble before a defender can close him down. Despite being able to score at will, Dre was unselfish on Tuesday night, and was looking to get his teammates involved in half-court and in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2575642"],"_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-69c5386a3d652"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kobbe missed his senior season with an injury, but was back playing on Tuesday night at the Twin Cities Senior Expo. You could tell he wasn't at 100% as he wasn't able to move as well defensively as he has in the past, but you could still see flashes of his talent on both ends. Defensively he used his long arms to come up with a couple of steals in the minutes I watched, and he maneuvered his way to the rim for some strong finishes inside. Willis' outside shot may not have fallen at the rate I've seen out of him in the past, but he still knocked down a pair of threes when I was watching.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2960231"],"_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-69c5386a3d735"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sandeen was one of the best passers I saw at the event. He was extremely unselfish, and did a great job of getting two feet in the lane and kicking it out to his shooters. Cam always had his eyes scanning the floor, and wasn't afraid to pass up a decent look to get an even better one for a teammate. In a setting where a lot of guys are focused on scoring when the ball comes their way, it was great to see Cameron focusing on getting all of his teammates involved.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121369"],"_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-69c5386a3d80f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Martevious was making an impact on both ends of the floor. He was getting after it pressuring the ball defensively, showing impressive lateral quickness to consistently cut his man off. On the offensive end he was able to beat his initial defender off the dribble to get into dangerous areas and create for his teammates. Dropped a handful of dimes in transition leading to easy finishes for his teammates. A nice two-way showing from Allen on Tuesday night.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->