Madness in the Midwest: 17U Prospects to Watch

<p>A look at the top 17U prospects to watch this weekend at Prep Hoops Madness in the Midwest in Appleton...</p> <p>Jyceri Birmingham - 2023 - PG - Wisconsin Crusaders Select</p> <p>Birmingham is a guy we’ve seen play well in past events. A small, speedy guard that can break defenders down off the bounce and get to the rim, Birmingham has a terrific handle.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1019163" first="Aiden" last="Chislom"] - 2023 - SF - Wisconsin Academy<a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/04/Aidan-Chislom1.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1429899" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/04/Aidan-Chislom1-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a></p> <p>One of the top players on the Prep Hoops Circuit for years now, Chislom remains an intriguing small school prospect. As a junior, he averaged 11 points per game while shooting 46 percent from the field. The 6-foot-5 combo forward is a long, versatile scorer who’s a threat in a variety of ways.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1022499" first="Bennett" last="Fried"] - 2023  - SF - Coulee Country</p> <p>Fried should be one of the biggest breakout players in the state next season. Part of a La Crosse Central squad that reached the Division 2 state title game and had a ton of seniors, Fried came off the bench and averaged 7.4 points per game. A 6-foot-5 wing that can shoot and handle the ball, Fried’s budding mismatch ability remains extremely intriguing.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1200591" first="E.J." last="Holt"] - 2023 - SF - All Wisconsin</p> <p>Holt is an aggressive, high-motor, two-way prospect. At 6-foot-4, Holt has good size and athleticism. He’s able to knife through tight gaps and get to the bucket. You’ll also see Holt make a number of impact plays defensively.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1377140" first="Deven" last="Kulp"] - 2023 - SG - Wisconsin Academy</p> <p>Kulp is having a very nice spring thus far. Building off a junior season in which he averaged 16 points per game, Kulp is a creative scorer off the dribble. He’s able to size up a defense and go to work in  a variety of different ways. Not only can Kulp shoot it at a high clip from 3-point range, but there’s some sneaky athleticism that catches people off-guard.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1045804" first="August" last="Maurer"] - 2023 - SF - All Wisconsin</p> <p>Maurer averaged 16 points, five rebounds, and two assists in the Fox Valley Association this past season. The 6-foot-4 wing/forward plays with a high motor. Saw him as more of an interior bruiser earlier in his career, but Maurer has transformed into a wing who can slash and use his strength to power  home the basketball. Good inside-out scoring ability here.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1266550" first="Jackson" last="Papendorf"] - 2023 - G - Chapman Basketball Academy North</p> <p>Papendorf has played well in some of our Top250 events in the past. More of an all-around guard that’s capable of ripping the nets as a shooter, Papendorf balances being a scorer and facilitator well. Papendorf picks his spots well, but is comfortable laying back and making the right plays for his teammates if they’re in a groove.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="981128" first="Mason" last="Prey"] - 2023 - G - Playmakers Wausau<a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/09/180-Mason-Prey.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-1289957" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/09/180-Mason-Prey-300x200.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="200" /></a></p> <p>Maybe the top  prospect in the 17U field from Wisconsin, Prey  just understands the game of basketball. Doesn’t wow you with highlight plays or athleticism, but a kid that’s very well-rounded, contributes across the board, and plays with a very high IQ. Able to play on or off the ball, Prey will pack the stat sheet while simultaneously elevate those around him.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1140129" first="Isaac" last="Seidel"] - 2023 - SG - Playmakers Wausau</p> <p>Seidel is a sweet-shooting guard that doesn’t need a lot of space to operate. Also a skilled and crafty player, Seidel is more athletic than he looks. Like his ability to hit shots with a hand in his face, using sudden, quick trigger.</p>