Midwest Mania 16u Players to Watch | Indiana/Kentucky Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The MadeHoops Midwest Mania is loaded with rising Indiana and Kentucky 16u talent ready to make noise. This group features a mix of polished scorers, high-motor defenders, and emerging playmakers looking to separate themselves on a competitive stage. With plenty of athleticism and skill across the board, expect several names to elevate their stock over the weekend. As the action unfolds, these 16u prospects will be worth keeping a close eye on as they continue their development:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2617833' first='Ishmael' last='Kiteka'] | 6'10” | Center | Indiana Jammers 16u</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>One of the top post players in the state of Indiana regardless of class makes his way to MADEHoops Midwest Mania after a dominant high school season. Kiteka is a mobile big man that is an elite rim protector with good timing. Improving offensive game with good hands. Soft touch over his left shoulder on the jump hook and is becoming a a capable shooter with range out to the three-point line. High potential big man is ready for a big spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2884308' first='Braylon' last='Garr'] | 6'4” | Guard | [program_tooltip program_id='2478682' first='Kentucky' last='Ambition'] 16u</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Garr is coming off an outstanding showing at MADEHoops Indiana Clash this past weekend. A pure scorer with a good frame and feel for the game with the ball in his hands. Capable of scoring from all three levels, he's a physical driver that is relentless on getting to the basket. Difference maker on the defensive end. Guards multiple positions. Has good length and plays with a physicality that will consistently be one of the better players on the MHC.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>AJ Pegues | 6'8” | Forward | Phenom United 3SSB 16u</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An athletic forward that impacts the game on both ends of the floor. Excellent cutter off the ball that looks to finish above the rim any chance he gets. He's a high energy defender that can guard all over the floor. Aggressive when protecting the rim, but does a good staying out of foul trouble. An uber athletic forward with as much untapped potential that you'll see at Midwest Mania.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2529539' first='Andrew' last='Terry'] | 6'8” | Wing | Midwest Basketball Club 3SSB 16u</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>High level wing that impacts the game on both ends of the floor. Size and skill makes him in one of the top 2028's in the state of Kentucky. Smooth offensive game that scores it from all over the floor. Confident with the ball in his hands, but just as effective off the ball with his cutting ability. Had a big time high school season that should catapult him into having an impactful spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2457404' first='Caleb' last='Coolman'] | 6'5” | Guard | Indiana Elite 2028 3SSB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As offensively skilled as any guard in the state of Indiana regardless of class, [player_tooltip player_id='2457404' first='Caleb' last='Coolman'] is ready to make his name at the national level, and it starts at Midwest Mania. The heady lead guard has prototypical size combined with elite feel and a high IQ. He's a knockdown shooter while also becoming just as good off the dribble. He elevates well into his midrange jumper and got noticeably stronger from last summer to the high school season where he can take bumps when getting in the lane and finishes well. He has exceptional court vision that uses his size to his advantage on both ends of the floor and game in and game out will be one of the better players on the floor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Justin Green | 6'7” | Wing | [program_tooltip program_id='2478682' first='Kentucky' last='Ambition'] 16u</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The uber athletic wing is a highlight waiting to happen. The long and lanky wing is a good blend of production and u tapped potential. Fluid athlete that possesses a clean stroke from the perimeter, but thrives getting downhill where he can use his size and athleticism to his advantage finishing above the rim. Has good feel on the offensive end with intriguing court vision for his size. Difference maker on the defensive end that can turn defense into offense in a hurry play the passing lanes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2539991' first='Amarian' last='Leggett'] | 6'5” | Guard | Indiana Elite 2028 3SSB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smooth guard out of Indiana with good size and length that is a matchup problem all over the floor. Thrives getting downhill and uses his size and length to his advantage. He has a quick first step on his drive with the ability to either get all the way to the rim and finish with both hands, or really good at stopping in midrange and pulling up or using his floater with a soft touch. Capable three-point shooter that he shoots with lots of confidence. Defensively he's active in passing lanes and stays in a stance and moves his feet well staying out of foul trouble. Coming off a great high school season and will continue to improve throughout the spring and summer starting at Midwest Mania.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br><br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->