BatL Powered By Dr. Dish: Jack’s Star 17U Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are seven guards at the 17U division that impressed at the Prep Hoops Battle at the Lakes at Hopkins! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140700"],"_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-6a02153670f68"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tyrece is one of the top scorers in this class and it was fun to watch him go to work this weekend with the ball in his hands. He plays with great pace and never looks sped up by defenders. He was exceptional at getting downhill, then being able to get to a variety of different touch finishes with either hand. Hagler is also a knockdown shooter from deep and needs a hand at all times.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2126118"],"_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-6a02153671008"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tyler, coming off of a Class 4A State Title, continues to improve his game, as he will be one of the top players in the state next season. I was really impressed with the effort and energy he was bringing on the defensive end, making opposing guards lives very difficult. He is a very smart lead guard and was getting his team a good look on every possession. Forrest is a winner and can impact winning in so many different ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2533408"],"_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-6a02153670fcb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Deon is another guard on this [program_tooltip program_id='2075431' first='D1' last='Minnesota'] roster that takes pride in their defense. The 6'3” out of DeLaSalle was picking up full court at times, giving opposing guards nowhere to go, forcing them into making mistakes and shutting down the offense. He can use his elite athleticism to protect the rim too as a point guard, picking up some huge blocks. Wallace-Johnson was scoring the ball in a variety of ways, using his athleticism and strength to finish inside through contact, or showing off his shooting ability that continues to improve.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2423423"],"_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-6a0215367103e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I was really impressed with Braylon on day three, as he turned in a standout performance. He is a versatile combo guard prospect, as his game consists of a great blend of skill and athleticism. He was able to push the ball up the floor in transition, as well as being able to play above the rim. Backaus is also a confident shooter from deep and made some fantastic passes to teammates for easy scores.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140560"],"_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-6a02153671073"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ben brings so much to the table as a depth guard for this [program_tooltip program_id='2075685' first='Minnesota' last='Select'] team, as he can impact winning across multiple areas. He brings great effort on the defensive end, as he fits well with a team that wants to speed up opposing guards with ball pressure. He is an excellent passer and plays very unselfish basketball, always looking to set up his teammates for an open look. Heidgerken also had some nice touch finishes around the basket, being a capable scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140980"],"_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-6a021536710a7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tayden is an elite finisher around the rim, despite being one of the shortest players on the floor. He is very strong and has great body control, being able to absorb contact from an opponent to still finish hard. He was converting on tough layups from many different angles and was never scared to attack a defender bigger than him. Wilke can also shoot it from deep and was a prospect I came away really impressed with this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2126461"],"_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-6a021536710dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Cal's game is so smooth and he is fun to watch when creating off the dribble. He can make some super tough finishes around the basket at full speed, with some different same hand, same foot layups. He can hit on looks from the perimeter off the dribble, finding it very easy to create separation for his shot. Spencer is also a great passer, making accurate kick out passes, and pushing the tempo in transition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->