2026 Prep Hoops Iowa Open: Saturday's Top Performers

The 2026 Prep Hoops Iowa Open was jam-packed full of elite talent from all around the Midwest. Many elite prospects showed off their skills and potential, and overall, the competition was fierce and lively. Let's get right into the top performers from Saturday's crop of games.    [player_tooltip player_id='3604417' first='Avery' last='Siemer'] did about everything for his team at the Prep Hoops Iowa Open. For starters, he was unguradable when it came to driving to the rim. His burst combined with his flexability and elite handle, made him a walking paint touch. He bent around defenders and through gaps with immense speed. And once at the rim, his soft touch and balance allowed him to finish lay ups at tough angles through contact. He finished multiple and-1's around the cup and he was a constant problem in the paint for opposing defenses. His vertical explosivness added to his impact around the rim. He dunked on a defender with authroity, and he had great activity on the glass, finishing putbacks and keeping the ball out of his oppoents hands. He also showcased elite shooting and shot making abilities. He splashed threes with defenders in his face, both off the catch and off the dribble from deep range. And finally his length and atheltishm made him a problem for opposing scorers as he provided great two way impact.     [player_tooltip player_id='3102121' first='Skyler' last='Hein'] impacted winning at a high level throughout the Prep Hoops Iowa Open. His playmaking and offensive feel really stood out. He was never late on making reads in the flow of the offense, and about every pass he made greatly benefited his team. He showed himself to be very unselfish, always making the extra pass and keeping the ball moving and the defense honest. And his fluidity through space, combined with his solid handle, allowed him to create heaps of advantages for his team, which he was great at turning into quick kick-outs to shooters in these scenarios. As well as making impressive skip passes that led to wide-open shots for his team. He stretched the floor from three, and he was great scoring around the rim too. His use of pump fakes and patience under the rim created many optimal and efficient looks for him. He was also great at being in position for drop-off passes under the rim, where he would finish plays and snatch up rebounds. His size and feel made him a formidable defender as well.     [player_tooltip player_id='2912773' first='Khiairre' last='Dortch'] played with endless energy at the Prep Hoops Iowa Open. Khiairre was relentlessly aggressive when it came to driving to the rim. His speed, solid frame, and dribbling expertise made him a nightmare to guard. He finished many layups surrounded by defenders with his elite balance and touch. He drew heaps of fouls with aggression and finished multiple and-1 layups. His ability to get low and drive right into his defender's face made him a chore to guard. That, combined with his deceleration floaters, midrange pull-ups, and deep three-point makes, made him an unstoppable force with the ball in his hands. However, some of his most impressive plays came on the other end of the court. He played with non-stop energy and hustle. He ripped ball handlers, got deflections, blocked shots, and locked up his primary matchup, all while leading his team to victory. He did not take any plays off; his impact and energy never wavered, and it felt like he was everywhere on the court.     Jayden Totz played beyond his years and was dominant at the Prep Hoops Iowa Open. The way he moved and how comfortable he was on the court really stood out. His speed and control driving to the basket was outstanding. He finished many tough layups through contact and drew a lot of fouls in the process. His handle and change of pace were extremely impressive for a player of his age and stature. And compared to his peers, he looked 10 times more experienced. He gathered through space at a high level and had great overall feel for the game. He made smart passes and punished the defense consistently. And he gathered a bunch of rebounds and putbacks while also being an elite defender, blocking shots and getting steals. His potential is off the charts with the size and skill he already offers at such a young age.     [player_tooltip player_id='3492911' first='Kellan' last='Spicer'] displayed his elite set of physical tools at the Prep Hoops Iowa Open. For starters, Kellan offers elite size, length, and athleticism. He was unstoppable on the glass because of his ability to swiftly spring off the floor with no wind-up. His elite wingspan and height added to his rebounding impact. And he was absolutely dominant when it came to snatching up missed shots. He got a bountiful amount of offensive rebounds, finishing many putbacks and gaining his team extra possessions and second-chance points. He was great attacking the rim and scoring through contact. He drew a ton of fouls and finished and-1s. And in transition, he was a monster due to his insane speed and athletic abilities. On the defensive end, he was extremely impactful. He blocked loads of shots, and he was great at staying vertical and forcing tough looks for opponents. His recognition and feel on defense stood out, as he would fly over from the help side repeatedly and send shots back. His physical tools were so overwhelming that opposing scorers would often not even try to score on him one-on-one.

The 2026 Prep Hoops Iowa Open was jam-packed full of elite talent from all around the Midwest. Many elite prospects showed off their skills and potential, and overall, the competition was fierce and lively. Let's get right into the top performers from Saturday's crop of games.