This crop of un-heralded youngsters listed we are high on and it provides a sense of depth within this particular group. We should see a considerable change with the development of this group. Several of these kids are going to be good over the next few years which should be added to our highly acclaimed talent we talk about so regularly. These kids just need guidance through challenges and some continued tutelage. There are some prospects that don’t carry the big-name tag currently but we will keep their names a float.
• Josh Holmes 6-0 G Jones Prep
“Transitioning over to PG already equipped with offense ability and a good floor game. Top 15-20.”
• Damonte Taylor 6-4 WF Zion-Benton
“Stardom could arrive soon for this athletic wing. Cagey fella vastly under-rated. Top 10-15 presently.”
• James Baltz 6-4 F Carbondale
“A rising talent & a high-character kid; accurate perimeter shooter played inside last season; 1st baseman in baseball, hoops top 12-15.”
• Connor Kochera 6-3 G St. Viator
“Heady/shrewd performer, can shoot effectively on the perimeter, has the necessary tools to be a very good recruit. Top 15-20.”
• Kyndall Davis 6-4 G/F Homewood-Flossmoor
“This lefty is just coming into his own. Davis, has the proper-approach & mental make-up to be successful. Top 25.”
• Jason Kent 6-1 PG Oak-Forest
“Has a good grasp on pace & climate. He’s skilled, now maturity factor kicks in. Top 20-25.”
• Jamari McClendon 6-2 G Hope Academy
“Resembles former Chicago stand-outs; ultra competitive, makes plays & doesn’t surrender. Can score & plays in a variety of roles, versatility can be his strength. Top 20-25.”
• Romelle Howard 6-8 F/C Lincoln Park
“The big-fella already drawing waves & comparisons. Division one’s have taken notice of his potential. Needs to be guided with basic tutelage. Top 15-20 currently.”
• Matthew Lesch 6-3 G Chicago Taft
“An exciting innovative talent isn’t fearful of the moment or stage. Now guidance is needed. Top 25-30 currently.”
More unknown or un-heralded 2020’s at later date..
While recently trying to identify some of our best young talent in high-school coaching ranks, I came across several candidates who we view as our next wave of coaches whom may one day consider some interest of coaching college hoops. Then some are just content guiding & mentoring young people. I’m very high on my north-side guys and several coaches in the south suburbs. One of the obvious reasons that Chicago has shown a slippage in talent recently is due to a lack of arming our players with the proper basic fundamentals that would help in the growth of their game. “No finger pointing!”
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