Uncommitted Guards of Class A Part II

<p>[player_tooltip player_id="890610" first="Antone" last="McNair"] | 6’2 G | Omaha Benson</p> [caption id="attachment_1402623" align="alignleft" width="300"]<a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/03/Untitled-design-85-1.png"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1402623" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/03/Untitled-design-85-1-300x300.png" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a> Photo: Omaha Benson’s leading scorer [player_tooltip player_id="890610" first="Antone" last="McNair"][/caption] <p>A dynamic guard with the ability to fill it up from outside or take it to the cup.  Attempting a lot of shots from long distance hurts his shooting percentage but seeing him in person lets you know that he’s a capable shooter. Working on his shot IQ and a quicker release will help the guard go far at the next level. The left-hand guard is tall, long, and able to finish at the bucket with either hand. His leaping ability gives him the capability to get in the paint and help the bigs with grabbing some boards.  The senior guard has good handles, he’s able to keep his head up while dribbling helps him find open teammates but turnovers plagued him this season if gets that under control can be a top guard for many teams. His defense can be a little better but with his quick feet, he’s able to stay in front of most guards. Antone led the Bunnies in scoring this past season, which shows coaches that he’s able to score. A team that is looking for a scoring guard that is able to handle the ball should look no further.</p> <p>Averages - 15.8 points,  3.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 1.2 steals</p> <p>Best Performance - 12/02 34 points and 10 rebounds vs Omaha Burke</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="981714" first="Zander" last="Beard"] | 6’1 G | Lincoln Northeast </p> <p>A dead-eye shooter from distance. Shooting over 40 percent this last season, Beard was one of the top shooters amongst seniors this year for Class A. His shot release will have to speed up to a much quicker motion at the next level but all the other<a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2020/08/Zander-Beard.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1033684 alignright" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2020/08/Zander-Beard-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a> tangibles to make a great shooter are there. Great balance and good shooting form can translate to a knockdown shooter for many schools at the next level. Though he has improved at driving to the hoop since his junior year, I would like to see him drive to the basket with more confidence as he has shown that he’s capable of finishing around the hoop.  A corner specialist this past season, will have to improve on his shot-creating and playmaking but have had flashes of both. Defensively he’s able to get a steal or two in a game, playing the passing lanes well. With his arm length and lateral quickness, the senior guard has a chance to be a force on the defensive end.  One major highlight for the guard is his ability to knock down free throws, he doesn’t leave too much at the charity stripe hitting 82 percent of his freebies this past season.  Over the guard would be a nice addition to a team that needs an outside presence, with the right tools and coaching he has the potential to develop into a top guard. </p> <p>Averages - 10.6 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.2 assists</p> <p>Best Performance - 01/20 221 points vs Lincoln Southwest </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1235615" first="Gatran" last="Gatnoor"] | 6’1 G | Lincoln Northeast</p> <p>The other half of the Rockets’ backcourt. Also, a knockdown shooter from deep that does well at spacing out the floor to get open shots. Shifty when driving to the lane but able to finish with a nice floater when inside. Gatnoor shot 45 percent from the arc this past season to lead the Rockets. His scoring output put him third on the team.  Defensively he’s a feisty guard that likes to get up into his opponent.  I like to see him get better at his playmaking ability and shot creation. Has the size and makeup to be even more force going to the bucket. Adding an inside game could blow his game wide open. The senior is a raw prospect but will the capabilities of shooting the ball he is already ahead of so many other players in his class. College should place him on their radar for a solid outside shot maker and capable defender that can keep up with the ball. </p> <p>Averages - 8.6 points, 1.9 rebounds</p> <p>Best Performance - 12/30 19 points vs Lincoln Pius  </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="981700" first="Jared" last="Bohrer"] | 6’2 G | Lincoln Pius X</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2020/10/58-Jared-Bohrer.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1071148 alignleft" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2020/10/58-Jared-Bohrer-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a>The Thunderbolt guard has a nice game to him. Able to knock down the outside with a quick trigger release to being able to drive and finish with both hands at the bucket. Takes care of the ball very well with solid ball-handling skills he’s able to get to his spots.  The senior is runs the offense very well when out on the floor, he sets the play and gets everyone into position to score.  With his quick jump shot. he’s able to keep defenses on their heels when rotating around the perimeter.  Shooting 40 percent from deep, the senior guard led his team in triples from downtown. When driving he keeps his head up always looking for the open man and getting teammates open shots. Defensively he plays the perimeter well with his ability to rotate and get through picks helps him keep up with his opponent. Overall Bohrer is a guard that you can trust with the ball and hit the outside shot at a high percentage. Has a great IQ for the game and knows his spacing very well. Many colleges should be at his doorstep knowing this kid has yet to commit. </p> <p>Averages - 10.8 points, 1.8 assists, 1.3 rebounds</p> <p>Best Performance - 12/11 30 points vs Bellevue West </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="890585" first="Keshaun" last="Williams"] | 6’0 G | Omaha North</p> <p>A combo guard that can drive to the basket and finish over and around just about anyone.  His relentless attacking ability made it easy for him to get shots at the free-throw line where he shot 70 percent on the season.  Nice ball handling helps him break down defenses, especially when teams are playing zone. His body stature lets him bang with the bigs down low and grab rebounds on both the defense and offensive sides of the ball.  A willing passer, led the team in assists this past season for the Vikings. A very good defender, he plays the ball very well. Caused a lot of havoc for some ball handlers this last season, leading the team in steals. He is a volume shooter from deep, his midrange is a bit more polished than his deep ball. More consistency from outside would complete his game. Overall Keshaun is a very good prospect for a team that looking for an attacking scoring guard that has the ability to guard the other’s team-best perimeter player. </p> <p>Averages - 8.0 points, 3.2 assists, 3.3 rebounds, 2.9 steals </p> <p>Best Performance - 12/31 23 points vs Omaha Northwest </p>