Emerging Talents on All Central Illinois Preseason Team

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><em>***Use Code “ScottyB30” for 30% off your subscription***</em><br><br>The high school basketball season will start next month!&nbsp; Yes you heard that right.&nbsp; In November we will be back on the hardwood playing games.&nbsp; We wanted to give you a look at the top players in each region.&nbsp; No better way to do that with our Preseason All-Area Teams!&nbsp; Today we look at Central Illinois!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>PG – [player_tooltip player_id='2323592' first='Cole' last='DuBois'] (East Peoria)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>DuBois is a UNC-Greensboro commit is know the clear go to guy for his team with the transfer of Kitt.&nbsp; This exciting point guard is among the most electric players in the state as he can score 30+ on any given night along with have a 15 assist game if that is what is required.&nbsp; Plays the game with a ton of flair shooting it from really deep and complimenting it with a sweet soft touch finishing game.<br><br><strong>SG – [player_tooltip player_id='2712818' first='Deven' last='Marshall'] (Rock Island)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Marshall will be the top option once again for Rocky.&nbsp; Super athletic combo guard who is effective playing both on and off the ball.&nbsp; Such great burst with the ball in his hands and is among the top transition players in the state.&nbsp; Three level scorer that can also get after it defensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>SF – [player_tooltip player_id='2542412' first='Chase' last='Kasten'] (Normal Community)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kasten is the best upperclassmen prospect in central Illinois right now as the top 5 junior is heading into the season as a skilled wing with underrated athleticism who is an efficient scorer from all three levels.&nbsp; With Brown transferring it is now clearly his team.<br><br><strong>PF – [player_tooltip player_id='2395586' first='Amir' last='Beasley'] (Danville)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Beasley brings size, length, and a ton of athleticism as a front court player with versatility.&nbsp; Southpaw covers a ton of ground with his long strides which plays on both ends of the floor.&nbsp; At his best out of the dunker spot, rim running, and slashing.<br><br><strong>C – [player_tooltip player_id='2827885' first='Isaiah' last='Stewart'] (Rantoul)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There really isn't a top tier five man in central Illinois so we are going to take a flyer on the freshman.&nbsp; Stewart wowed us when we saw him at the Prep Hoops Freshman Showcase as a legit 6'10” post with fluid movement skills, functional athleticism, and two way impact.&nbsp; High level shot blocker who can handle it and throw down dunks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><br><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='2834186' first='Nigel' last='Moore'] (Peoria)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore is a southpaw that can score in bunches from his point guard position.&nbsp; Moore along with the next player we will talk about will be the catalysts for perhaps the top team in central Illinois.&nbsp; Moore brings elite speed in the open floor along with a stellar pull up game and cat quickness defensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='3665311' first='Kayden' last='Turner'] (Peoria)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Turner is a wing who can really let it fly from distance as a big time spot up shooter with positional size.&nbsp; Can step in knocking down feathery mid-range pull ups, be a connective passer, and a quality perimeter defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='3430180' first='Brendan' last='Petty'] (Morton)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Illinois-Springfield commit came on strong with a big junior campaign a year ago.&nbsp; Really like the skill, athleticism, and quality perimeter size.&nbsp; Plus shooter who can also be effective as a playmaking creator when needed.&nbsp; Stat sheet stuffer!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='2751060' first='Brady' last='Jones'] (Metamora)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones is a well built junior combo forward who has been productive since his freshman season.&nbsp; Now it is his time to elevate this program back to where it was a few years back.&nbsp; Plus shooter, creative scorer in the mid-range, and can score on the block.&nbsp; Rebounds well and is a solid defender.<br><br><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='2916010' first='Sam' last='Koch'] (Metamora)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Koch is the other key cog for Metamora as the athletic small forward is a versatile player who can knock down shots with quality size, be a quality defender, and a connective passer.&nbsp; Lot of upside in his profile!<br><br><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='2767828' first='Dallas' last='Marshall'] (Bloomington)<br></strong><br>Marshall is primed for a breakout sophomore season as the top 10 prospect got a lot of experience playing against the best competition in the country over the summer with [program_tooltip program_id='2078449' first='Meanstreets' last=''].&nbsp; Wiry wing with a frame to add strength along with plus athleticism.&nbsp; Has go to ability with his offensive skill package continuing to develop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bench – [player_tooltip player_id='3706142' first='Brysen' last='Morris'] (Bloomington)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last spot was a toss up so we went with the highest upside play in Morris who is in the conversation for the #1 freshman in the state.&nbsp; He was excellent with Brad Beal Elite 14U during the summer against the best players in his class.&nbsp; He also showed playing up multiple age levels with Royalty Hoops he is physically ready to impact against older competition.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->