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<p>Better Way Hoops hosted a freshman showcase event in Central Arkansas that brought out a strong group of local 2030 prospects. The event gave these rising freshmen a chance to compete outside their comfort zones, test themselves against familiar faces, and show how their games translate in a faster, tougher environment. Here are five standouts from the coaches' clipboard. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR & @VortexSportsArkansas.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3578273' first='Aaden' last='Cage'] (2030 C/F / Sylvan Hills High School) - Cage drew attention mainly because of how aggressively he lived in the paint. Coaches highlighted his downhill mentality and physical nature. He consistently put pressure on the rim and created scoring opportunities through contact.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3576201' first='Jaxson' last='Young'] (2030 G/F / North Little Rock High School) - Young was comfortable getting to his spots and hitting shots inside both the arc and the lane. His shot selection, body control, and confidence caught the attention of coaches.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='2987719' first='Maurice' last='Spencer'] (2030 G/F / Maumelle High School) - Coaches were locked in on how athletic and versatile Maurice is. They were looking closely at how his agility and size helped make winning plays on both ends.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3232361' first='Jaiden' last='Perdue'] (2030 G / Conway High School) - Coaches noted Perdue's ability to play confidently in transition and open space with the ball. His activity made him one of the more effective up‑tempo threats.</p>
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<p>[player_tooltip player_id='3026723' first='Kendall' last='Johnson'] (2030 G / Conway High School) - Johnson impressed coaches with his reliability on catch‑and‑shoot looks. He spaced the floor well, stayed ready, and knocked down outside shots with confidence.</p>
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Better Way Hoops hosted a freshman showcase event in Central Arkansas that brought out a strong group of local 2030 prospects. The event gave these rising freshmen a chance to compete outside their comfort zones, test themselves against familiar faces, and show how their games translate in a faster, tougher environment. Here are five standouts from the coaches' clipboard. Keep us updated on ALL prospects over on “X“ and “Instagram,” just tag @PrepHoops_AR & @VortexSportsArkansas.
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