PH Top 250 Expo: Raw Talent Underclassmen

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These camps can serve as a catalyst for upperclassmen to impress colleges and gain offers. Often times you will find an underclassman that catches your eye and will energize you, knowing that you will have a chance to watch them develop. This article will focus on some underclassmen who impressed me with their raw talent and potential.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":2223982,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"[player_tooltip player_id='2224484' first='Levi' last='Ekue']","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77243","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Platteview","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Hoffman Hoops Academy","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/LeviEkueu0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/LeviEkueu003c/au003eu003cbru003eu003cbru003eEkue possesses serious length that allows him to control the paint on both ends of the court. His ability to challenge shots, and secure rebounds gives their team a strong defensive presence. His strengths are in these areas currently; However, what makes Ekue intriguing is his untapped potential on the offensive end. With the right development and coaching, he will have the opportunity to expand their offensive repertoire significantly. Ekue's raw athleticism and lengths are shades of a young Will Kyle III which makes him an exciting prospect, with the promise of becoming a well-rounded force in the state over the next few years.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["1042600"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"u003ca href=u0022https://twitter.com/Owen1Andersonu0022u003ehttps://twitter.com/Owen1Andersonu003c/au003ernrnAnderson possesses solid size and boasts broad shoulders, making him a formidable presence on the court. He plays with power, particularly in the paint, where he can bully defenders and finish around the rim with authority. Anderson's ability to play above the rim adds an exciting dynamic to his game, often leading to electrifying dunks and strong offensive rebounds. However, to reach his full potential, he will need to focus on improving his outside shooting skills, as a more well-rounded offensive game could elevate his overall impact on the team. 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