Playing with Ohio Express 17u, this 6’7″-6’8″ center stood out with his rim protection and rebounding efforts at The Stage. Kirk also flashed some good hands and feet as a low post scorer, but where he really shined was blocking shots inside. He processed things quick enough to slide over from the weak side and was big enough to hold his ground in one-on-one situations in the post. Then, he carved out space and ended possessions with a defensive rebound. An intriguing big man to keep an eye on at Circleville High School in Ohio.

Small college programs are always looking for size and Kirk has the height needed to play on the interior at the small college level. Scoring a few times on the fast break, running the floor really gives centers a couple free buckets a game if they consistently beat the other center down the court. Also finishing with a couple dunks on the fast break and a few blocks from behind as a help-side rim protector, Kirk made his presence known on Saturday.