Rooks is a 6-foot guard out of Grand Junction who had himself a junior season that got him on a bit more radars, but he remains an unknown. Rooks put up 13.7 points a game, as opposing teams looked at ways to slow him down to pick up wins. He still had some explosive moments and showed that, despite being an undersized guard, he also could affect the game in other ways. Rooks put up 7 boards a game as well as he grabbed boards and went for coast-to-coast finishes. He also found the open man and read what defenses were giving him, having some big assist games to go along with it. The underrated part of his game is his ability to lock down defenders, get steals, and turn that into scoring opportunities the other way. He’s a player who we want to see more of, but after that last season, he’s a player who should be discussed a bit more. I am sure that he has some big games. 

Grand Junction Central will look to Rooks to carry momentum in the first round. Averaging 13.8 points per game, he’s been red hot lately, scoring 22 in each of his last two games. Quick and aggressive he attacks the rim with confidence and stretches defenses with his shooting. Rooks crashes the boards creating extra possessions and sparking fast break opportunities. His speed, confidence and all around impact make him a key player who can turn the tide for Grand Junction Central in a high stakes playoff matchup

Rooks brings constant speed and intensity to the floor for Grand Junction, putting pressure on opponents from the opening tip. He’s averaging 12.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.3 assists, numbers that reflect his all around impact. Defensively he creates havoc with on ball pressure and timely steals that quickly turn into transition opportunities. He runs the floor hard, finishes in the open court and can score at all three levels when the defense collapses. His energy is contagious, setting the tone on both ends of the floor and forcing opponents to play faster than they want. Rooks’ ability to disrupt, push tempo and consistently produce makes him a difference maker whose game continues to trend up