Peach Jam: Thursday 17 U Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I attended the first day of the second July Live Prriod at Peach Jam and in this article I'll break down my 17 U standouts from the action I saw on Thursday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2476447"],"_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-6a5b08a52b259"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The [program_tooltip program_id='2075761' first='Ohio' last='Buckets'] have been dominant this weekend in the PIT with every player contributing in a major way for their team. Scholl had a big game with a handful of Division I programs on hand to watch him as the stretch forward made some deep 3-pointers that caught the defense off guard. I'm surprised more schools haven't gotten involved with Scholl already as he has an elite skill with height from the power forward position. With so many programs looking for immediate contributors, the developmental players can potentially slip through the cracks and become impact players for a program that believes and develops them.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2370700"],"_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-6a5b08a52b28d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">James has had a terrific weekend as his explosion on Wednesday against the Oakland Soliders for 30 points while only missing one shot was one of the best games played in the PIT. James also had a monster slam dunk on a drive, showing off his athleticism. Holding some monster Division II offers, James seems like a prospect who will eventually play Division I basketball whether he starts at that level or not. One of the most winning point guards in Ohio, James is set for a monster senior season with Toledo St John's.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2140800"],"_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-6a5b08a52b2b0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the biggest 17 U Peach Jam blowouts I've ever seen saw Mokan Elite just flat out dominate as a 39-4 run in the second and third quarters extended the lead beyond 40 points at one stage in the game. Pogi was crushing it offensively as the undersized guard hit tough shots off movement and got to the paint in transition when the defense couldn't get set. Committed to in state powerhouse Oklahoma State, Pogi has established himself as a top player in the state and will look to continue to build his legacy in his home state at the college level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3535854"],"_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-6a5b08a52b2ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Finishing one rebound shy of a triple double, Uwvo is probably the most dominant shot blocker in the country. His combination of timing, length, and explosiveness is incredible and Uvwo does a nice job of not fouling when going up for the block. Nightrydas have arguably the best defense on the EYBL circuit and their depth of length and athleticism are able to run shooters off the line and funnel everything to Uvwo at the rim where he rarely allows a clean look at the rim. Uvwo has ascended to five star status this summer after not playing significant minutes at the high school level as a junior, an incredible rise to the top of his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2351190"],"_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-6a5b08a52b2ed"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kohnen had big games on Thursday and Friday for [program_tooltip program_id='2391400' first='Team' last='Herro'] as they qualified for the quarterfinal action out of pool play. Kohnen is an offensive player who thrives playing through set actions and ball movement, knocking down shots off the catch and moving without the basketball. Kohnen scored 57 points in two wins on Friday on 21/27 shooting, showing his efficiency from the floor. [program_tooltip program_id='2391400' first='Team' last='Herro'] is at their best when the ball is flying around the court in the half-court and that's where Kohnen is at his best.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->