2030 Illinois Ballers Make Name at Pangos on Saturday

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Pangos Midwest Camp brought out top-tier talent from across the region, showcasing a strong contingent of incoming underclassmen looking to make their mark. Here are the notable 2030 contributors from Saturday's action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3665027' first='Larry' last='Ellis'] | Bloom</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ellis showcased elite handles and quick instincts on Saturday, making athletic plays in the lane and even showing he can get up above the rim. Defensively, he disrupted the opponent's rhythm by poking ball-handlers and blocking shots on the ball. He possesses an exceptionally bright future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='3706142' first='Brysen' last='Morris'] | Bloomington</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>At 6'5, Morris boasts elite court vision and elite size for a middle-school prospect. He dropped jaw-dropping passes throughout the day and steadily turned up his own scoring output down the stretch, showing balanced control as both a facilitator and scorer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2948495' first='James' last='Rydberg'] | Benet</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rydberg demonstrated advanced footwork and exceptional feel for the game inside. At 6'6 utilizing a strong lower base, he absorbed contact effortlessly to convert high-percentage finishes around the rim and displayed a soft touch on paint touches. Beyond his interior scoring, Rydberg flashed an intriguing floor-general aspect to his game, showcasing a reliable handle and operating effectively as a playmaker for his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Elijah McKinnie | Kenwood</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>McKinnie was one of the most dynamic playmakers on the floor, scoring effectively on all three levels. He consistently broke into the paint, finished through body contact, and set the tone defensively with active hands at the point of attack.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2838049' first='Evan' last='Neal'] | De La Salle</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Neal was a absolute defensive disruptor, jumping routes and racking up multiple steals that directly turned into points or setup dishes for teammates. On the offensive end, he did heavy damage as a reliable mid-range assassin.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>JJ Oates | Huntley</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Oates brings intriguing length and confidence beyond the arc as a potential high-level stretch forward. He shot the ball with conviction while holding his own on the boards, competing hard on the glass throughout the day.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2966991' first='Kamarion' last='Sandifer'] | Rich Township</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sandifer is an athletic 6'5 forward who simply refuses to be outworked. He turned relentless defensive effort into instant offense, snatching multiple steals and converting them into points on the other end while competing on every single play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->