Game Week: Friday’s Top Guard Matchups in Centennial League

<p>We have reached game week here in Kansas, and we have a fun slate of games scheduled for Friday night to kick things off. Previews will continue throughout the week, and today we will start with some guard matchups from the slate of games in the Centennial League.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Seaman High School vs. Junction City</strong></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076405" first="Howard" last="Johnson"] 6’1 G 2022, Junction City: Will look to start off his senior campaign that could result in some big time accolades with his expanded game over the summer that has expanded his ability to score the basketball and create plays for others. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1268821" first="Seth" last="Clark"] 6’2 G 2022, Junction City: Really saw his stock rise this spring and summer as well, a deep ball shooter with sneaky athleticism especially in transition. Bringing it on the defensive end could be an x-factor to his game really taking a leap this season.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076410" first="Terrence" last="Tedder Jr"] 6’ G 2022, Junction City: a versatile guard who can play both on and off the ball. Great burst with the ball, can create solid looks, and makes plays in transition.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1080196" first="Kaeden" last="Bonner"] 6’2 G 2023, Seaman: Big year coming up in the back court for Bonner. His terrific shooting ability will continue to be the staple of his game this season, but he showed this spring and summer that he can bring more to the game including rebounding, finishing tough shots in the painted area, and handling the ball some against pressure.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="889508" first="Ty" last="Henry"] 6’4 G 2022, Seaman: A long versatile shot maker in the back court, Henry can impact the game in multiple ways with his size and ability to hit shots from the different levels on the floor. </p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Washburn Rural vs. Topeka West</strong></p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1080168" first="Jack" last="Bachelor"], 6’2 G 2023, Washburn Rural: Was terrific this grassroots season for Marcus Denmon Elite, the dynamic guard will take on a much expanded role that will allow him to showcase his playmaking and shot making ability from all three levels and both as an off ball player and with the ball.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1080205" first="Wyatt" last="Conklin"], 6’1 G, 2023: Another player who should see his role expanded vastly, Conklin is a high energy player that effects the game in every phase of it. Solid defender, rebounder, and makes the 50/50 plays that helps good teams win games. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1076260" first="Elijah" last="Brooks"], 6’4 W, 2022: Highly athletic and talented, Brooks will look to lead T West to another state title birth. Plays up at the rim and finishes efficiently, very gifted rebounder especially on the offensive end, and can effectively guard the 1-4 spots. Fills the stat sheet as well.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1080200" first="Sincere" last="Austin"], 6’2 G, 2023: Guard who really came on strong last year and is very talented. Will be another Centennial League guard who will be a new name at the forefront of people to keep an eye out on this year. Very good off the dribble, in transition, and can create for himself and others.</p>