Hoopfest: Dominant 16U Performances

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Heart of America Hoopfest saw many outstanding 16U performances from players across the Midwest. Today, we will break down some more standout performers and what made them so special this past weekend in Kansas. With Missouri, Kansas and Nebraska represented on this list, the tournament provided a good mix of players from the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3583429"],"_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-6a14b614a145f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Reese provided solid rim protection for [program_tooltip program_id='2962972' first='Kruse' last='Elite'] this past weekend. He has good length to go along with exceptional timing on the defensive end of the floor. Reese is a solid athlete who plays with active feet. He showed to be a solid finisher around the basket, while also facilitating offense from both the high post and on the block. Thompson also seemed comfortable playing in the mid-post and hit numerous face up jump shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2699499"],"_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-6a14b614a149e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clemons was very consistent for Team Ramey in the 16U division. A true leader, he initiates offense and uses his voice to lead his club to help setup offensive sets. Clemons possesses great court vision, while also making the "simple play" to help provide structure and organization in half court sets. Away from the ball he showed to be a solid cutter and was able to finish around the rim despite his 5'10" frame.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2897903"],"_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-6a14b614a14c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arnett is a stretch forward that can play both inside and out for his Misfit club. He was also a player that his teammates looked for in clutch situations. Ryder was able to deliver against Team Factory with a right handed drive and layup with under one minute remaining to tie the game. Arnett is able to finish over smaller defenders inside to compliment his shooting ability from the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3583112"],"_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-6a14b614a14e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The St. Thomas Aquinas standout suited up for [program_tooltip program_id='2962972' first='Kruse' last='Elite'] Gold this past weekend. He was at his best when he was able to get up and down against [program_tooltip program_id='2078406' first='KC' last='Spurs'] Black. Barron was able to leak out and consistently finish om the break. Blake also hit some big shots from beyond the arc in the first half that helped to stretch the lead for his team. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2765354"],"_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-6a14b614a1508"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">We had a front row seat all weekend to the sweet shooting lefty. Derby was able to get his outside shot going, as well as using his motor to move consistently without the ball. Zac played off two feet and utilized his head fake multiple times to shed defenders. He is also a great passer that looks to play unselfishly on offense. Derby also relocates well and provides solid passing angles for teammates to get him the ball while staying shot-ready.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->