Day 1 Top Performers: UA Future Circuit Midwest Regional (Brighton, MI) — Part 3

<div class="qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot"> <div class="" data-turn-id-container="request-69e8e1bb-3bdc-83ea-a28f-91eb2c939213-4" data-is-intersecting="true"><section class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-69e8e1bb-3bdc-83ea-a28f-91eb2c939213-4" data-turn-id-container="request-69e8e1bb-3bdc-83ea-a28f-91eb2c939213-4" data-testid="conversation-turn-354" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow"> <div class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1" dir="auto" tabindex="0" data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="4a37919f-6675-4ba8-88c4-936a7c0efa5d" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-5" data-turn-start-message="true"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="89" data-end="411">Saturday competition at the UA Future Circuit Midwest Regional continued to showcase high-level guard play, versatile wings, and players capable of impacting the game in multiple ways. These standouts separated themselves with shot-making, pace control, defensive effort, and offensive versatility throughout Day 1 action.</p> <hr data-start="413" data-end="416" /> <h3 data-section-id="d0ejrt" data-start="418" data-end="460"><span role="text"><strong data-start="422" data-end="460">Evan Vahl | Illinois Attack | 2032</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="462" data-end="1070">Evan Vahl consistently stayed in attack mode and pressured defenses from the opening tip with his handle, confidence, and shot creation ability. The skilled guard operated comfortably off the dribble and showed the ability to get to his jumper in multiple ways, making him difficult to contain one-on-one. In pick-and-roll situations, Vahl displayed strong decision-making, finding open teammates when defenses collapsed while also creating scoring opportunities for himself. His ability to knock down perimeter shots consistently helped open driving lanes and kept defenders off balance throughout the game.</p> <hr data-start="1072" data-end="1075" /> <h3 data-section-id="mkscz8" data-start="1077" data-end="1128"><span role="text"><strong data-start="1081" data-end="1128">Josiah Large | Griffin Elite - Jones | 2032</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="1130" data-end="1632">Josiah Large brought an aggressive scoring mentality and played with confidence every time he touched the ball. The crafty left-handed combo guard constantly pressured defenses, especially from deep range, where he showed no hesitation letting shots fly. Large proved effective both creating offense for himself and initiating offense for teammates while consistently looking to make plays going downhill to his dominant left hand. His confidence and scoring mentality stood out throughout the matchup.</p> <hr data-start="1634" data-end="1637" /> <h3 data-section-id="1bs0qks" data-start="1639" data-end="1680"><span role="text"><strong data-start="1643" data-end="1680">Everett Scheidt | Illinois Attack</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="1682" data-end="2200">Everett Scheidt steadily grew into the game and increased his offensive impact as the matchup progressed. The point guard/shooting guard showcased strong ball-handling ability, using effective dribble combinations while reading the floor well offensively. As his confidence grew, Scheidt became more aggressive looking for scoring opportunities and showed comfort knocking down perimeter shots when given space. His ability to settle into the flow of the game and contribute offensively stood out during key stretches.</p> <hr data-start="2202" data-end="2205" /> <h3 data-section-id="1b6w1ho" data-start="2207" data-end="2253"><span role="text"><strong data-start="2211" data-end="2253">Trevor Weaver | Illinois Attack | 2032</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="2255" data-end="2733">Trevor Weaver continued to showcase his all-around value with another strong two-way performance for Illinois Attack. The smooth guard consistently contributed offensively with perimeter shooting, mid-range scoring, and finishes around the basket while maintaining a steady presence defensively in man-to-man situations. Weaver's ability to impact multiple areas of the game, combined with his poise and feel, made him one of the more reliable performers throughout the session.</p> <hr data-start="2735" data-end="2738" /> <h3 data-section-id="1kbfdv4" data-start="2740" data-end="2784"><span role="text"><strong data-start="2744" data-end="2784">Alvin Wilson | Team Tradition | 2030</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="2786" data-end="3460">Alvin Wilson looked like one of the top point guards in attendance with the way he controlled the game offensively from start to finish. The smooth lead guard dictated pace with confidence, balanced scoring and facilitation naturally, and consistently made the game look easy throughout the matchup. Wilson knocked down perimeter shots effortlessly, attacked the basket athletically, and finished through traffic while also creating quality looks for teammates with advanced playmaking instincts. Defensively, he stayed engaged and composed while consistently keeping opposing guards in front of him. His overall control, feel, and offensive command stood out all game long.</p> <hr data-start="3462" data-end="3465" /> <h3 data-section-id="l0jypg" data-start="3467" data-end="3512"><span role="text"><strong data-start="3471" data-end="3512">Brady Kidwell | Team Tradition | 2030</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="3514" data-end="4119" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Brady Kidwell showcased why he is one of the more versatile two-way wings at the event with his blend of size, skill, and offensive versatility. At 6-foot-5, Kidwell consistently knocked down perimeter shots over smaller defenders while also showing touch from the mid-range and the ability to attack off the bounce. In transition, he used his athleticism effectively to finish around the basket and create matchup problems offensively. Kidwell also moved well without the ball to create scoring opportunities and displayed the defensive versatility needed to guard multiple positions throughout the game.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start"></div> </div> </div> </section></div> </div> <div class="pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)-14*var(--spacing))]" aria-hidden="true"></div>