Southwest Indiana Cream of the Crop Prospects

The Southwest Indiana area has always been a hot bed for top talent in the state. From Washington's Zeller Brothers, to Castle's duo of Jack Nunge and Alex Hemenway, to nationally ranked and Indiana University Signee Trent Sisley last season, this article takes a look at the top talent the area has to offer.    Physically imposing guard that has a knack for getting in the lane. He's a versatile guard that can play and guard multiple positions due to his size and strength. Jaxon is a matchup nightmare for most opponents with his quick first step and strength. A slippery ball handler that finds his way getting all the way to the basket where he can finish in a variety of different ways. The jump shot is a work in progress, but isn't shy about taking them to keep the defense honest.     Talented, smooth combo guard that is still learning to be more of a true point guard. Thrives in transition with his speed and has showcased great court vision to counter his aggressive scoring prowess. Crafty finisher in the lane that also shoots an effortless ball from distance.     Skilled inside-out forward that affects the game on both ends of the floor. Lengthy defender at 6'8” has impeccable timing when blocking shots while also does a good job walling up on drives and not fouling. Offensively, he scores from all over the floor. Good footwork and soft touch around the basket with both hands while also being a deadly three-point shooter. High IQ post presence with an improving motor will take his recruitment to the next level.     Move in from Memphis, Tennessee in June, Bowen immediately becomes the top player in the area, and for good reason. The athletic 6'6” wing thrives in transition showcasing his athleticism finishing above the rim. The more I was able to watch him in June, the more comfortable he became with his new teammates, and the more versatile he became on the offensive end scoring the basketball. Defensively he's a game changer with his length. Not afraid to accept the challenge guarding the other team's best player and really competes.     Arguably the best catch and shoot player in the area, Schmitt is a long wing that's fundamental and methodical in his movement. He's not a guy that's going to wow you with athleticism, but he's a guy that just knows how to put the ball in the basket. Soft touch and good footwork around the basket. Switchable defender that uses his length well to keep up with quicker players.     Indiana Junior All-Star, [player_tooltip player_id='1560964' first='Edwin' last='Holmes'] is a 6'7” Swiss Army Knife. Really good with the ball in his hands as a playmaker. Doesn't get sped up offensively. He's a capable three-point shooter that shoots more of a set shot. Defensively he can guard any position while being a solid rim protector on the back end of the defense.     Physical inside-out forward that rebounds at a high level. Offensively he's most comfortable facing up in the mid-post, but is rapidly improving his game from the three-point line. Respectable shooter from three with a smooth release. Does a lot of his damage underneath where he's aggressive to score, but is a willing passer when double teams come.     An absolute bucket. Effortless scorer that proved it against top competition during his 17u AAU season. Pure shooter from three, while being able to use his body well to get position on a defender to score on the interior. Another player that won't wow you with athleticism, but high IQ makes him a solid defender.

The Southwest Indiana area has always been a hot bed for top talent in the state. From Washington's Zeller Brothers, to Castle's duo of Jack Nunge and Alex Hemenway, to nationally ranked and Indiana University Signee Trent Sisley last season, this article takes a look at the top talent the area has to offer.