GASO Summer Championship: Top Performers (Pt. 1)

[player_tooltip player_id='1592890' first='Austin' last='Brown'] is a very fluid, mobile, and agile forward with excellent scoring instincts, versatility, and skills from all three levels both on and off the dribble. Brown played with great energy, athleticism, and an all-around game. He attacked the basket with aggression and finished through contact using a combination of power and effortless leaping, allowing him to convert difficult layups and dunks at will. Brown also showed the ability to hit three-pointers in multiple ways, especially when left open. His shooting mechanics are sound, and he has a quick release that allows him to get shots off even with defenders closing in.     [player_tooltip player_id='2077355' first='Elijah' last='Garrett'] stands out as the smoothest inside-finishing guard of his class in the state. His craftiness and creativity shined bright through his array of layups, from finger rolls to reverses to up-and-unders, which he used to deceive defenders, evade shot blockers, and finish over taller defenders with a soft touch.     [player_tooltip player_id='1592889' first='Trae' last='Nunn'] is an exceptional basketball player who plays the game the right way, usually being effective in several different scenarios and situations, incorporating actions to assist teammates and get himself open with his spacing, often unprompted. Nunn's ability to space the floor and punish defenses for leaving him open made him a reliable offensive option throughout the game. A good decision-maker with the ball, he excelled in making timely passes, often finding open teammates with accurate feeds that led to easy baskets or open looks from beyond the arc. His performance was also defined by his defensive prowess, playmaking ability, and scoring efficiency.     [player_tooltip player_id='1750107' first='Jaxson' last='Thompson']'s incredibly high motor allows him to be the most productive player on the court when he's out there, bringing a tremendous presence to the boards by flying through the air for defensive rebounds to start the fast break and showing a quick second bounce for putback layups on the offensive end. He's an amazing athlete with electric speed and very quick leaping ability. Thompson is a game-changing glue guy who's willing to make the extra pass, do all the dirty work, and make all of the effort plays.     Jett McCasaland showcased impressive pure shooter footwork. Before shooting the ball, Jett utilized quick and concise movements to square up with the basket, involving a hop, a 1-2 step, or stepback depending on the feel for the game or situation at the time. McCasaland was a super sharpshooter with pinpoint accuracy, knocking down three-pointers in every way possible while showcasing unlimited range. He splashed jumpers despite being heavily contested or off balance.