Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase Player Evaluations: Team 11
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The Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase has become an annual event that rivals any put on throughout the year in the Hoosier State. On Sunday afternoon and evening at Fishers High School nearly 200 of the states best Class of…
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Continue ReadingThe Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase has become an annual event that rivals any put on throughout the year in the Hoosier State. On Sunday afternoon and evening at Fishers High School nearly 200 of the states best Class of 2027 prospects came to display their skills in front of many of the most influential people in Indiana High School Basketball. This event is the premier way to get “on the radar” prior to your high school career. Over the next week or so it will become clear why we always say “nobody does content and event coverage like Prep Hoops Indiana.” With that said, here are the player evaluations from Team 11 of the 2023 Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase.
***With nearly 200 prospects at our event, our scouting staff (of three people) divided up the 20 teams to ensure that we could get evaluations of every player. However, as you can imagine, this is not the easiest task. Our staff watched each team they were assigned to for a minimum of one full game. There were some late player additions and walk-ups that threw a wrench into some rosters as well. So, if you notice that a name is wrong and/or a player is missing an evaluation please reach out to Brandon Ramsey at coachbrandonramsey@gmail.com or reach out via DM on Twitter @BRamseyKSR and I will resolve any issues. Thanks for your understanding and for participating in the 2023 Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase!***
Keaton Robinson Keaton Robinson 5'8" | PG Snider | 2027 IN
Keaton Robinson Keaton Robinson 5'8" | PG Snider | 2027 IN
This 5’8″ left-handed point guard handled the ball well, got his team into offense consistently, and held his own on the defensive end of the floor. Robinson is crafty in the backcourt with a tight handle and some clear playmaking chops that will allow him to find some success as he continues to develop physically. It was a good all-around showing for the Carroll (Fort Wayne) product at the Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase.
Thomas Stargell Thomas Stargell 5'11" | SG Richmond | 2027 IN
Thomas Stargell Thomas Stargell 5'11" | SG Richmond | 2027 IN
Stargell created a good amount of offensive production in a variety of ways at Sunday’s Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase. The 5’11” guard started the event off by showing off his catch-and-shoot ability from three-point range. Then, he flashed his ability to drive it from the perimeter as well. Finally, he got into the passing lanes for a steal on the defensive end that led to an easy layup. It was a strong showing for the Richmond ‘ last=”] High School guard.
Jake Grissom Jake Grissom 6'1" | PG Guerin Catholic | 2027 IN
Jake Grissom Jake Grissom 6'1" | PG Guerin Catholic | 2027 IN
A highly skilled guard that had a great summer with Indy Heat , this 6’1″ prospect proved himself once again against some of the state’s best competition on Sunday. Grissom is very shifty with the ball in his hands showcasing both his own shot creation off of the bounce as long as some crafty playmaking ability as a passer. He consistently got to the paint and connected on a deep pull-up three-point shot as well. The future is bright for this Guerin Catholic product.
Jace Nicholson Jace Nicholson 6'0" | SG Bedford North Lawrence | 2027 IN
Jace Nicholson Jace Nicholson 6'0" | SG Bedford North Lawrence | 2027 IN
This skilled, high IQ guard showed his ability to play on or off of the ball at Sunday’s event. Nicholson certainly looked like he belonged against some of the best in his class from around the state showcasing his court vision, passing ability, and three-point shooting stroke. He was on the receiving end of some drive-and-kick opportunities while also dishing them out on his own drives. The Bedford North Lawrence product played well at the Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase.
There are player’s at showcase events like this that standout with their scoring prowess and playmaking skills. Then, there are the few others who actually do all of the little things that generally go unnoticed in events like this. However, Lang stood out by cutting hard consistently, playing with an excellent motor, and contributing to overall team defensive concepts. That isn’t to say he lacks in the skill categories either, but it deserved to be highlighted that he brought the intangibles to the Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase.
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Edmundson was highly productive during his time on the floor at Sunday’s Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase. The 6’1″ wing from Brebeuf Jesuit plays with a high motor and it led to him scoring in a variety of ways. He made a three-point shot off of the bounce, crashed the offensive glass and finished a putback at the rim, and scored on a nice lefty drive to the basket. Edmundson is a well-rounded offensive player that should have a bright future ahead of him.
This Fort Wayne Snider product really stood out on Sunday with his physicality and skill level throughout the event. He has good size on the wing at 6’3″ and already is very strong, but also has a finesse to his game you don’t see a lot from young prospects with his physical tools. Paschall had a beautiful pocket pass off of a ballscreen and hit the high-low pass multiple times. One of the better prospects in the gym.
Anytime a 6’9″ freshman walks into the gym it is going to catch your attention. However, Ly held that attention by showcasing his fluid footwork, good hands, and soft touch at the rim. The Brebeuf Jesuit product has an incredibly high ceiling and proved himself as one of the better long-term prospects in the class on Sunday.
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Corde White Corde White 5'11" | PG Tindley | 2027 IN
Corde White Corde White 5'11" | PG Tindley | 2027 IN
White is a long, thin guard that showed his ability to play on or off of the ball at the Prep Hoops Indiana Freshman Showcase on Sunday. He knocked down a tough jump shot off of the dribble, displayed some shiftiness on the perimeter, and used his length to be disruptive on the defensive end of the floor.
This prospect out of Avon High School has a long, projectable frame that looks like it has room to grow and certainly pack on muscle. At 6’3″, Smiley already has good height and length on the wing which allowed him to contribute to the rebounding effort and make some plays on the defensive end.