#MidwestGrindSession Saturday Notes
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The Midwest Grind session is in full swing and a ton of local and regional talent is taking the court and showcasing their abilities. Saturday got things rocking in the gym. Let’s take a look at some of my notables…
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Continue ReadingThe Midwest Grind session is in full swing and a ton of local and regional talent is taking the court and showcasing their abilities. Saturday got things rocking in the gym. Let’s take a look at some of my notables from day 1.
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Terrell King, 5’9 G, 2025: A very tough guard who when knocking down the perimeter ball really opens up his game off the bounce which is where he really excells. Also showed he was a really tough defender on the day sliding and staying in front of some really quick and athletic guards. Rebounds it extremely well as a guard and the motor is always running hot.
Ezekyel Shaw, 6’2 W/F, 2025: Has grown his game and play even since I have seen him last from last week. Is a monster rebounding the basketball, gets his hands on every 50/50 ball, a versatile defender, and a great screener. Shot it well from the mid post and finished with great effectiveness in the paint.
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Caden Hay, 5’10 G, 2025: Had a terrific second half in the game I watched and really put the finishing touches on the game to secure the victory for his squad. Had the burner going from three and hit a ton of difficult shots. Got to the foul line and finished some tough and 1’s and capped it off with two monster threes off the dribble. Really fun player out of Bixby.
Triston Driver Triston Driver 6'0" | PG Bixby | 2025 State OK , 6’ G, 2025 (Pictured): As electric as they came today from the guard spot on the day. Him and Hay make a killer back court and our both really dynamic. Driver was scoring from all three levels today with smooth handle, cutting, and spotting up on the perimeter. Driver really understands where he excels and gets to his spots to score the basketball.
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Brennon Dodge Brennon Dodge 6'1" | CG Shawnee Heights | 2024 State KS , 6’2 G, 2024: Another smooth operator we saw on the day. has a pure stroke from the 3 point line and almost shoots the ball better over contests than open. Closeouts do not phase him, he comes off screens firing, and gets to the pull up game with ease. Is an underrated passer and showcased it today with a couple of great dimes off of ball screens to rollers or replace guys.
Emmett Gaskill Emmett Gaskill 6'3" | SG Hugoton | 2024 State KS , 6’2 G, 2024: The motor is never off for Gaskill and the skill set continues to emerge. Got to the rim off of rip drives and in transition and made some tough finishes with both hands. Did a good job today in transition kicking it ahead or sucking the defense up and dumping it down for layups for teammates.
Other Big Saturday Performances
Kobe Smith Kobe Smith 6'1" | CG Andover Central | 2023 State KS , 6’2 PG, OZ Elite 2023: Smith just keeps getting better and cementing himself at the top of the 2023 class from the point guard position. His quickness, first step, play making, and 3 level scoring just dominated in two really good wins. Even hit some spot up 3’s and played some off the ball and did it well, something that just elevates Smith’s game even more.
Corbin Johnson Corbin Johnson 6'4" | PG Kapaun Mt Carmel | 2025 State KS , 6’2 G, Wichita Padres 2025: Had a 29 point effort today and really was the spearhead of their defense putting a ton of pressure on the ball and getting in the gaps to break out in transition. Johnson is really talented guard with great size for his grade. Knocks down jumpers, as a great straight line drive with both hands, and finishes through contact.