Intriguing 2021s Still Available

<p>As the transfer portal continues to fill up and guys are trying to find new college homes, we still have a ton of talent available on the board when it comes to the class of 2021. Let’s take a look at some of the players who could make an impact for a college program.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889486" first="Jack" last="Hutchinson"], 6’2 Guard, Washburn Rural (Pictured): Hutchinson is a puzzling case as to why more schools are not al over him. A great student in the classroom and a really solid game overall. He has the intangibles necessary to be a highly effective guard at the next level with his leadership capability, competitiveness, and a leading member for teams that won a bunch of games. Skill wise, he was the elite shooter of the Centennial League from behind the 3 point line, has a lethal floater game in the mid range, and is a good ball handler against pressure. Another underrated aspect of his game is how he kicks the ball up the court to open teammates and his basketball IQ. Was a second team All Centennial League member.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889458" first="Javon" last="Grant"], 5’11 Guard, Pittsburgh: Grant is a tremendous scorer from all over the floor, with a pull up game from the mid range and from three, can knock down shots off catch and shoots, and attacks the rim with aggression and effectiveness. In big games, he was especially gifted, as he would elevate his play to the next level. A consistent 30 point scorer night in and night out, Grant also showcased some playmaking ability in the assist game and rebounded the ball well from the lead guard spot. This electric and dynamic guard should have a home to play college ball in soon.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1072895" first="Josh" last="Broxterman"], 6’3 Wing, Jeff West: Broxterman came back from a tough knee injury in the prior season to be an effective leader and scorer of the basketball for a Jeff West team that came on late in the season. He has a solid build and good length to play on the perimeter, and shot the ball from 3 pretty consistently throughout his career. He is a solid straight line driver, cutter, and offensive rebound put back finisher as well. In transition he has the ability to get up and play at the rim finishing over the top or dunking the basketball. Showed some more of an aggressive nature as the season progressed highlighted with a 20+ point half in their sub state win over Nemaha Valley.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889474" first="Corey" last="Powell"], 6’5 Forward, Highland Park: "CJ" might be getting overlooked or thought about too much, because the kid can play and has great size and athleticism to make a school pretty happy. He can fill a variety of needs, with some perimeter scoring, being physical inside, a zone buster in the mid to high post, and pushing the break as a guard. HE had a couple of eye popping highlight dunks this season which shows he got some of his spring back in him after an early season injury. Powell was the driving force for an extremely successful Scotts team this season. Has a great personality and focus for the game of basketball and should have a solid career somewhere.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="946226" first="Harlan" last="Obioha"], 7’ Center, Hoxie: The Hoxie big man will be an intriguing signee wherever he ends up. He has great hands and footwork in the post, does not get bothered by smaller guys digging in the post, and can pass out of the post pretty well. Obioha can run the floor, and with a little more physicality added to his game could be a great rim runner at the next level. He uses his body well to establish position on both ends of the floor and has the hands to go make plays without stumbling and fumbling the basketball. Obioha finished his career with a 30+ point, 10+ rebound effort in the state tournament and will be a big time get for whatever program he ends up at.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Other Intriguing Names Available</strong></span></p> <p>Cole Scott, 6’6 Forward, Stanton County</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889472" first="Preston" last="Reynolds"], 6’4 Guard, Shawnee Mission East</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889476" first="Michael" last="Cahill"], 5’11 Guard, St James</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889496" first="Ben" last="Fritz"], 6’5 Forward, Blue Valley Northwest</p>