Vashon 2027 Standout McKinney Has Big 10, SEC Programs Involved

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vashon 2027 [player_tooltip player_id='2334898' first='Jimmy' last='McKinney Jr.'] is among the better combo guards in the Midwest for his class.  He is coming off another outstanding season at Vashon averaging 17.5 points (50% FG) (40% 3PT), 4.1 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2.3 steals per game.  That included a huge performance at the O'Fallon Shootout where we saw him put on an MVP performance in their win going against a senior D1 lead guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>McKinney was absolutely spectacular in their win over Alton.&nbsp; The junior combo guard had it all working in the victory.&nbsp; Silky smooth game getting to his spots for pullup jumpers, shot it well from beyond the arc knocking in four triples, along with getting loose in transition for scores going coast to coast.&nbsp; Utilizes a soft touch finishing game and is a solid passer.&nbsp; He had 21 points.</em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He broke down his junior campaign.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“It was a great year and learning process for me.&nbsp; It didn't end up how we wanted to, but it was a great year for us.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Where did he grow the most as a player?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I grew as a leader, passer, and playmaker.&nbsp; Going into my summer year and season at Vashon I built those into my game.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He is back with [program_tooltip program_id='2075324' first='Brad' last='Beal Elite'] where he has a new running mate in the backcourt in [player_tooltip player_id='2894776' first='Devin' last=''] Cleveland.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I am looking forward to playing off him and him playing off me.&nbsp; Building our chemistry around each other.&nbsp; It is going to be a great year.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>What is going on with recruiting?</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“There are a lot of schools that are hitting me.&nbsp; Right now it is Iowa the most.&nbsp; I am looking forward to more schools.&nbsp; Northwestern I have talked with.&nbsp; I like how they play.&nbsp; Iowa State and Mizzou.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He talked about the Hawkeyes who are making him a priority.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“They went on a deep run this year.&nbsp; I like how they treat their guards and Bennett (Stirtz) letting them play.&nbsp; I like Iowa a lot.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mizzou has a lot of family ties to the junior standout as his dad is a legendary player for the Tigers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I have been talking to Mizzou a little bit since the summer.&nbsp; It would mean a lot to play there.&nbsp; My dad played there and my cousin played there.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Northwestern is making moves with McKinney as well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>“I have known the coach since I was young.&nbsp; There is a lot of connection with him.&nbsp; I already know he has my back if I go there.”</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKinney isn't in any rush to make a college decision and is focusing on the spring and summer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->