Prep Hoops EXPO: Team 8 Evaluations

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These evaluations are all from the Prep Hoops Expo September 27th, 2026 at Lebanon High School.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline">Team 8</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>417 [player_tooltip player_id='3776167' first='Conner' last='Everley']<br>498 [player_tooltip player_id='2974915' first='Dylan' last='Jackson']<br>499 [player_tooltip player_id='3756849' first='Noah' last='Johnson']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='3535260' first='Ethan' last='Richmond']<br>608 [player_tooltip player_id='3775135' first='Krew' last='Martin']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='3044135' first='Jack' last='Baker']<br>957 [player_tooltip player_id='3161267' first='Austin' last='Thomas']<br>[player_tooltip player_id='3644042' first='Caleb' last='Murray']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3535260"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9867d2516f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26:</strong> In the 3v3 portion, Ethan dominated. He was significantly more poised and dominant in the halfcourt than his opponents. As an older participant this was somewhat expected. Richmond scored in a variety of ways. If there is a criticism of his 3v3 play, then it is that he lights up with more energy on offense than defense. Ethan was a terror with the ball. Defenders had no idea where he was going. The creativity was next level. Constantly played with his head searching and hunting. Richmond was probably a Top 5 guard in the building. It must be mentioned he was also among the oldest. Constantly drew fouls. Constantly. Richmond lived at the free throw line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3775135"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9a21f2f63b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>6/27/26:</strong> Sterling shooter in the 3v3. Sterling is really stout for a freshman. Look for him to stun defenses throughout his early high school days. The shooting currently separates him from his peers. He will likely be a point guard at the varsity level. Eager passer. Consistently, Krew made the sharp pass without hesitation. In June he operated as Siegel's 6th man, a lofty role for an incoming freshman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3044135"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9a21f2f69d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26:</strong> Undersized guard. Baker was best when he wormed his way into the paint. If bigger defenders appeared, then he was simply unable to get the bucket. But he did find a few gaps from time to time. Baker needs to play his top speed to get any meaningful separation with the dribble. Very fast with the dribble. So fast. He played his best basketball late in the day, near the end of the event.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3644042"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9a21f2f6f2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26:</strong> Really talented, skilled wing guard. Murray can get shoved under the rim at events like this. And he did. But he is a natural wing. Murray can shoot it and handle fine. It will be nice if he keeps improving his handle. Murray put on some good muscle in the last six months. Murray rebounded defensively better than average. Plyometric work will help the agile forward quicken his footwork even more.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3161267"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9a5e0ca5b7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26:</strong> Decent catch-and-shoot guy. Might be anywhere from 5-foot-7 to 5-foot-10. Austin played both guard spots at this event. He probably will be a point guard throughout his high school career at 4A John Overton High. A little bounce. Ok strength. Defensive transition was a weakness. Austin certainly surged up the floor as an attacker. Just applying this same level of commitment defensively is reasonable. Thomas flashed to the paint expertly while showing his hands high.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2974915"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6ab9a5e0ca5e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26:</strong> Undersized guard. Skilled shooter. Invested on defense. Younger brother of [player_tooltip player_id='2236492' first='Kobi' last='Jackson'] (Independence). His style of play was often catch-and-shoot guy at this event. Most of the campers were slightly older, which always matters. Great teammate. When he passed up an open shooter for a slashing [player_tooltip player_id='3535260' first='Ethan' last='Richmond'], Dylan made sure his teammate knew he saw him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3776167"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abaa3c7946f6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26: </strong>Conner was a gunner, probably too aggressive hunting his shot. Many guards suffer from this at showcase events. It helps to run an offense or create for others, especially when the team is loaded with guards. Everley's balance is really good. His lower body consistently provided a stable launchpad. Can he get to the basket on muscular guards? That will be his next area of growth. Handle reliable. Quickness a plus. Projects as a combo/point guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3756849"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6abaa3c794750"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>9/27/26:</strong> [player_tooltip player_id='3756849' first='Noah' last='Johnson']- Undersized, pugnacious guard. Despite his size Noah stuck his nose into battles. He did not fear contact. The grit and handle stood out. If he remains among the shorter guards, then he most do one of these three things at an elite level to significantly affect games: jump, shoot, dribble. Right now he is furthest along in dribbling. As with all freshmen hitting the weights is a must. Johnson was crafty in the tight spaces and managed to get his shot up around taller defenders. As he gets older the defenders will get taller and taller. Drawing and kicking or dropping off will be necessary, but keeping the threat of finishing in traffic is critical to his effectiveness.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->