Midwest Mania 17u Players to Watch | Indiana/Kentucky Prospects

The MadeHoops Midwest Mania is loaded with rising Indiana and Kentucky 17u 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 17u prospects will be worth keeping a close eye on as they continue their development:   [player_tooltip player_id='2140328' first='Brandon' last='Hunter'] | 6'4” | Guard | Indiana Elite 2027 3SSB   One of the top point guards in the in-state class of Indiana, [player_tooltip player_id='2140328' first='Brandon' last='Hunter'] is elite at distributing the basketball. His high IQ and feel for the game makes him impactful without having to score the ball. Has elite size with elite court vision that pushes the temp and always looking to make winning play. Had a big time high school season helping lead Silver Creek to a regional championship. Holds offers from Western Kentucky, Indiana State, Miami (OH) among others.   [player_tooltip player_id='2140345' first='Cooper' last='Zachary'] | 5'10” | Guard | Midwest Basketball Club 17u 3SSB   Another elite guard out of the state of Indiana, [player_tooltip player_id='2140345' first='Cooper' last='Zachary'] is arguably the best shooter in the country. Fifth in all of 3SSB last year in scoring after averaging 19.7 points per game while shooting an astonishing 52% from 3 on 9.4 attempts per game. Impacts the game on both ends. Active defender that gets his hands on a lot of passes. High IQ offensive player with the ball in his hands with his playmaking and court vision. Considered undersized, but Cooper is a dog and is worth the price of admission.   [player_tooltip player_id='1751495' first='Ja'Rye' last='Brown'] | 6'1” | Guard | Wildcat Select 17u 3SSB   One of the top scoring guards out of the state of Kentucky, Brown has the ability to take over games quickly. The 6'1” guard is a physical downhill driver that has the ability to absorb contact and play on balance while finishing at a high rate around the basket. Has a smooth stroke from three where he elevates well helping him get it off even when contested. He guards at a high level using his physicality and quickness to turn defense into offense in a hurry. Holds Division I offers from San Jose State, Eastern Kentucky, and East Tennessee State among others.   [player_tooltip player_id='2194895' first='Braxton' last='Keathley'] | 6'4” | Guard | [program_tooltip program_id='2478682' first='Kentucky' last='Ambition']   The second leading scorer in the state of Kentucky makes his way to Midwest Mania after a solid event last weekend at the MADEHoops Indiana Clash. He's a confident offensive player that scores it from all three levels. Not the quickest or most athletic player, but he figures out how to get it done on both ends of the floor his fundamentals and high IQ. Holds Division I offers from UT-Martin, Eastern Kentucky, and SEMO among others.   [player_tooltip player_id='2466252' first='Preston' last='Tolliver'] | 6'5” | Forward | Indiana Jammers 17u   [player_tooltip player_id='2466252' first='Preston' last='Tolliver'] just made a recent reclassification to the 2027 class after an impressive high school season at Evansville Reitz where he averaged 17 points and 7 rebounds. He's an athletic physical forward that impacts the game on both ends of the floor. He plays with a high motor and has developed his offensive game into a go-to weapon on the low block as well as expanded his range out to the three-point line as a catch and shoot guy. Defensively he guards multiple positions with his size and length. Has the chance to have a really big spring and summer.   [player_tooltip player_id='2127277' first='Matthew' last='Langhi'] | 6'5” | Wing | Indiana Elite 2027 3SSB   The talented scorer out of Marshall County, Kentucky is making his first appearance with Indiana Elite at Midwest Mania. The three level scorer makes it look easy on the offensive end as one of the most efficient scorers in the country. Good three-point shooter this past high school season at 35%, but is best off the dribble in the midrange. Has the size and skill to drive closeouts and get all the way to the rim. Impacts the game on both ends of the floor rebounding as well as being a plus defender with the ability to guard multiple positions. Holds an offer from Indiana State with several other Division I programs interested.   [player_tooltip player_id='2122607' first='Nolan' last='Coffman'] | 6'6” | Wing/Forward | STARS Basketball 17u UAA   The long and lanky wing/forward out of Kentucky is one of the best rebounders in the state of Kentucky. He reads the ball off the rim on both ends of the floor as well as any prospect I've covered. He's not the quickest or most athletic player, but uses his length to his advantage. He's a confident three-point shooter off the catch that continues to improve his middle game off the dribble. Holds Division I offers from SEMI, UT-Martin, SIUE, and Austin Peay. Had a great high school season and should keep it rolling in the spring and summer.   [player_tooltip player_id='2414954' first='Chase' last='Devine'] | 6'1” | Guard | [program_tooltip program_id='2471005' first='Legacy' last='Ice Elite'] 2027   Crafty scorer coming off a high school season where he led Bremen with 21.4 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists while shooting 44% from 3. He's creative with the ball in his hands and doesn't need much room to get his shot off. He has a high release and elevates as well as anybody on his jump shot. He's able to play through contact on drives and has a soft touch on his floater. As good of a scorer as he is, he makes to look the right play. Currently holds an NAIA offer from Bethel. Chase is an absolute bucket ready to lead the way for [program_tooltip program_id='2471005' first='Legacy' last='Ice Elite'] in the spring and summer starting at Midwest Mania.

The MadeHoops Midwest Mania is loaded with rising Indiana and Kentucky 17u 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 17u prospects will be worth keeping a close eye on as they continue their development: