Madness In The Midwest: Max’s Guard Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Seven of the guards who impressed over the weekend in Appleton at Prep Hoops Madness In The Midwest!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2351196"],"_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-69e8f299555bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A pass first point guard, Blake excels at setting up his [program_tooltip program_id='2496167' first='Pro' last='Lane'] teammates. He's quick on the ball and able to get into dangerous areas on the floor to create in the half-court. In the games I watched he was forcing help defenders to step in on him before quickly dishing it off to an open man. Made good decisions out in transition and also utilized his quickness on the defensive end to pressure opposing guards. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140923"],"_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-69e8f29955624"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gavin was on fire from three in a high scoring matchup against [program_tooltip program_id='2075685' first='Minnesota' last='Select']. He was a big reason why his team was able to keep up with Select's fast paced play-style. In the second half it got to the point where anytime Gavin touched the ball, you expected three points to go on the board. The MAS is a microwave type of shooter who heats up in a hurry and can knock down a handful of shots within a couple of minutes to completely change a game. Impressive showing with Chapman Academy North over the weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2380768"],"_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-69e8f29955670"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jamir was a spark off the bench all weekend long for [program_tooltip program_id='2075431' first='D1' last='Minnesota'] 16u. Playing up at the 17u level, he impressed with his ability to check into the game and instantly make an impact. He's a high flying athlete who can slash to the rim for two points, but looks to be developing into a consistent three point shooter as well. He's perhaps at his best on the defensive end though where he can pressure guards on the ball, and has good instincts to jump passes and pick up steals in bulk. Jamir helped lead his team to a 4-0 record.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2352576"],"_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-69e8f299556b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Moussa is playing up at the 17u level this spring with [program_tooltip program_id='2422572' first='D1' last='Minnesota Gold'], and was consistently one of the best players on the floor in his games. He's fearless attacking the basket, and has the touch to finish with either hand. Impressive body control to just hang in the air, absorb contact, and find ways to convert on difficult looks. Moussa is one of those guys who just makes plays on the defensive end of the floor as well. Whether he's flying in to block a shot, drawing a charge in the lane, and picking off a pass, Moussa seems to come up with big plays on that end of the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2613967"],"_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-69e8f299556fd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">If it wasn't already clear, the Wisconsin Lutheran program is absolutely loaded. Kendall had a consistent role off the bench as a sophomore for Wisco, but over the weekend showed the damage he can do in a bigger role with MGC Elite. Defenders just couldn't seem to stick in front of him as he was weaving his way into the lane to finish in a number of ways. Was able to stop on two feet and pivot to hit a couple of tough turnaround jumpers with a hand right in his face. Anytime his team needed a bucket, Kendall seemed to provide a source of offense in their win over [program_tooltip program_id='2422572' first='D1' last='Minnesota Gold'].</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":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Trey Summers","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Rochester Mayo","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"MN Laceup","_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-69e8f299557a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Trey is an athletic guard who impressed with his play on both ends in a win for MN Laceup. The biggest shot of the game for Trey was his corner three that put his team ahead during overtime against WI Blizzard. Throughout the game he was a threat as a shooter and transition finisher, while also spending time getting his team into their offense. Was perhaps at his best defensively though where he used his length and bounce to make an impact with multiple blocked shots throughout the game. Part of a strong returning group of players at Mayo.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2552682"],"_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-69e8f299557eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hudson was hitting big shots throughout the game to help take MN Laceup into overtime. Really good navigating pick &amp; roll situations as he's able to thread the needle to his big, or come off the screen and keep his defender pinned to his hip as he works his way to the basket. Plays with impressive change of speed and has the touch to finish over the top of length in the lane. Knocked down a number of outside shots as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->