The Expo: Ohio Team 4 Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Expo came to Ohio and allowed some top players from Ohio's 2027 and 2028 classes to compete and it also gave under the radar prospects an opportunity to shine on a big stage. In this article I'll break down the standouts from team 4!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2958550"],"_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-6abc7129792e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Originally from South Sudan, Kuol came to America to attend Findlay High School and looks like one of the more intriguing 2028 prospects out of northwest Ohio. With a long wingspan and a strong frame and base, Kuol has a lot of physical upside. I was impressed with Kuol's natural touch on jumpers and layups, making some deep shots when his feet were set. Still adjusting to the speed of the American game, Kuol still has a ton of room for growth and development, which should be exciting for his future upside. Kuol will be added to our 2028 rankings during the next update and is a new name to monitor in northwest Ohio with a lot of upside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3241450"],"_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-6abc712979352"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I'm not sure if any guard came out the gates with an intention to score the basketball like King did. To open the 5 on 5 action King hit back-to-back 3-pointers and almost hit a heat check 3-pointer to completely catch fire. King also knocked down a 3-pointer just before the halftime buzzer in a 5 on 5 game and looked confident shooting his high arcing jumper. Africentric has an extremely young team with a ton of 2029 talent but King could be a nice 2028 guard to help them out this year as the young Nubians will look to stay at the top of the Columbus City League.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2919631"],"_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-6abc71297939f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sinclair had a solid frame from the wing position as he wasn't afraid to put his back to the basket and pass out of the post. Sinclair got action for Gahanna in June as he could play a solid role this winter for the young squad. Keeping the game simple will be key as Sinclair can provide rebounding, defensive versatility and passing from the wing position for Gahanna.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3668549"],"_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-6abc7129793eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Konopka was maybe the best outlet passer I saw all day as it seemed like every time he got the ball in the backcourt, the ball was being advanced to a teammate running down the court with precision and accuracy for easy transition buckets. Konopka is a natural righty as he uses that hand to shoot jumpers, but actually seemed just as if not more comfortable finishing layups with his left hand. Being able to finish with either hand opens up so many different ways to score and Konopka showed that ability on Saturday. CVCA had a strong season last year and will again be a team to watch in northeast Ohio.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3778389"],"_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-6abc712979436"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Alford was a slow burn throughout the day as he just kept getting better and by the final game of the day, he was catching fire and dominating the action. Alford seemed to gain confidence throughout the day as he was getting his feet under him early and then started balling out. Alford had a handful of simple drive and finishes at the rim and then knocked down a 3-pointer off a jab step that created a lot of space. Impressive showing by Alford as he found ways to efficiently score the ball within the flow of the offense on a team stacked with talent. The Dayton area wing guard is looking for a big senior season for a Miamisburg program looking to become more competitive in the GWOC.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->