Madness in the Midwest: 14U Guard Spotlight

<!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2382078"],"_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-69e78ddace404"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2382078' first='Evan' last='Cook'] had an outstanding weekend at the Madness in the Midwest tournament. He is a major threat from beyond the arc, knocking down multiple three-pointers in every game I watched him play. He runs the offense effectively for MN Hoop Troop, who took first place in the 14U Gold bracket this past weekend. He shows a strong understanding of when to push the ball, how to initiate offensive sets, and how to move the ball to open teammates, creating a smooth offensive flow. When the ball comes back to him, he proves to be lethal in catch-and-shoot situations</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2841378"],"_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-69e78ddace471"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Izaiah impressed this weekend while running the show for his MN Fury squad. He has great size at 6'2" with a strong build, which allows him to get to the basket easily and finish among bigger defenders. He also facilitates well, pushing the ball in transition and showing a knack for finding the hot hand among his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2832388"],"_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-69e78ddace4bb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Carter had one of the most memorable performances I saw all weekend, doing so against [program_tooltip program_id='2076027' first='Wisconsin' last='Blizzard'] on Saturday afternoon at the Madness in the Midwest tournament. He shot the ball lights out and was aggressive in hunting his three-point shot. I counted at least six made threes in that game, and he got them in a variety of ways, catch-and-shoot, off the dribble, and more. Carter has a smooth stroke and the confidence to break a game open offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2822513"],"_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-69e78ddace4fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2822513' first='Brayson' last='Boschee'] is a very fun guard to watch. Though a bit undersized, he uses a quick first step and strong ball-handling to open up the offense for both himself and his teammates. He showed the ability to penetrate the heart of the defense, getting to his floater or finding open teammates. His three-point shot is also on the mark, which he showcased against [program_tooltip program_id='3591339' first='Next' last='Level Grind'] by hitting four threes to help seal a close comeback win. As he continues to grow bigger and stronger, he will be a guard to watch.</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":3598995,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Cullen Brown","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2030","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77246","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"24:Up","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"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-69e78ddace5a2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cullen Brown was the best facilitating guard I saw all weekend. He consistently pushes the pace for his 24:Up squad, creating open layups for teammates and showcasing a highlight-reel–worthy passing game. He is a highly skilled floor general at the point guard position, with the ability to finish in transition and take quality shots within the flow of the offense. He's the type of guard everyone loves to play with.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->