Ohio State Team Camp: Thursday Top Performers

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ohio State's team camp was loaded with talent and in this article we'll break down the top performers from Thursday's action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2195059"],"_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-6a21e5af18f4d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">For the second straight year at the Ohio State team camp, Poellnitz III was one of the top performers there. One of the most explosive guard athletes in the state, Poellnitz III missed a couple monster poster dunks that could've gone viral if he threw them down. Known as a slasher, Poellnitz III had a couple transition layups and loves the right to left crossover to get downhill. The 3-point shot is a key skill for Poellnitz III to master and he knocked down three triples in the win over Africentric to start the day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2877973"],"_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-6a21e5af18fc6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the top 2028 wings in central Ohio, Wagner had a big game in a back and forth win over Worthington Kilbourne that went down to the final buzzer. Wagner started the game slow but got going with a step through bucket on a drive and a leakout layup. Those buckets got Wagner going and he proceeded to hit a 3-pointer off a BLOB set and scored a 4-point play to take the lead in the second half. Groveport has had back-to-back strong seasons and with a strong 2028 class they should remain one of the better teams in the OCC. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2461095"],"_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-6a21e5af19018"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Norris was a killer in a state title rematch against Princeton that saw Hilliard Bradley come out on top by one point. Hitting some ridiculous shots, Norris had one of the craziest and-1 finishes I've seen where he went through a defender from almost out of bounds to score. Norris also hit a nasty step-back 3-pointer that was one of the smoothest moves I saw all day. When you combine the intangibles, toughness and basketball IQ of Norris with his expanded offensive game and you get one of the top players in the 2028 class in Ohio.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2890897"],"_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-6a21e5af19066"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">In a battle of defending state champions, Irby looked like the best player on the court in a thrilling contest Vs Princeton. Irby has a high release and knocked down some shots against hard contests on Thursday afternoon. Irby also made an impact defensively, showing the ability to guard multiple positions, move his feet and play strong against older competition. Our top ranked prospect in Ohio's 2029 class, Irby certainly looked the part of a potential high major prospect on Thursday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3660998"],"_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-6a21e5af190b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The rising freshman and Ohio State legacy recruit looked right at home on Thursday playing on the main court of the Schott. Thomas Jr is an elite shooter who has a quick release and played well off his teammates who moved the ball quickly and found him when he was open. While it's extremely early to scout 2030 prospects, Thomas Jr looks like one of the best in Ohio thanks to his shooting ability, strong frame and potential to grow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->