TOP 30 2019 PROSPECTS

(Starter List)

"This is the starting point! Inquiries become a reality in some instances. I've grown concerned about the depth of this group as a whole. At the moment not many high-major recruits stick-out. In addition, I see a number of prospects who will need a make-over with how they approach the game. For starters changing the way they are wired would help."

• Markese Jacobs 5-11 --- Chicago Uplift - "We once were a believer, his body language & court demeanor has been un-settling to watch. The Kansas recruit has dampened many local observers take on his game of late."
• KeJuan Clements 5-11 MM Chicago Simeon - "A gamer, a winning mentality, while managing his team. Good leader & defender. Strong body attacks the rim well. Out-side shooting could use some touch-up."
• Marquise Kennedy 6-1 MM Brother Rice - "Good speed & quickness. A leader, has poise & potential to be a really good mid-major."
• Raymond Dennis 6-1 MM Oswego East - "Quietly has been okay, we will view him later."
• Trey Calvin 6-0 LM+ St. Viator - "Talented, potential Div 1, mid-major recruit. He has to learn control pace & tempo, which leads to a W."
• Marquise "Pearl" Walker 5-11 Lm+-LM Chicago Curie - "Quise has the Pearl Washington syndrome going! Needs to tone down the high-risk maneuvering which leads to miscues in a big game environment. Tends to try to do too much."
• Fred Cleveland 5-8 LM+ Chicago Leo - "Has to be surgical most nights, he's shrewd & understands game situations. His team is winning."
• Jahiem Holder 5-10 LM+ Evanston - "His play has sizzled of late. He is a dangerous, special player who has calmed down quite a bit from the razzle-dazzle moments."
• Traevon Brown 6-0 LM+ West Aurora - "Starting to cease the moment more effectively. Was wild & erratic at times early in the season. He's makin winning plays now."
• Payton Havens 5-9 LM Metamora - "A confident, sure handed floor leader. Had a big game in upset victory over Springfield Southeast last Friday. Important spring awaits."

SHOOTING GUARDS
1. Tyler Cochran 6-3 MM Bolingbrook - "Starting to emerge at the top of the class at this position. Nice size & he can score."

2. Jerry Hernandez 6-4 MM St. Viator - "Bringing his game every outing, and grasping the formula of winning should be his point of emphasis. Very good prospect could land in the Valley."

3. Lance Jones 6-1 MM Evanston - "Too nifty at times, really good playing down hill, half-court situations tend to expose many of his weaknesses. A huge summer awaits."

4. Myles Baker 6-3 MM Chgo Young - "Has an array of offensive arsenal that he doesn't display regularly. He's going to be a hot commodity come spring."

5. Chase Robinson 6-3 MM Oak Park - "Got game & a confidence that seems to be soaring. Ball-handler & out-side shooting threat!"

6. Joseph Yesufu 5-11 LM+ Bolingbrook - "Has a wealth of talent, he's self inflicted with his lack of energy & decision making at times."

7. Aaron Strong 6-1 LM+ Farragut - "Has offensive ability, particularly in big games, but very un-disciplined during important stretches of a game."

WING FORWARDS
Terrence Hargrove 6-7 MM+-MM East St. Lewis - "Hasn't been sleek & prolific with his play thus far. Top 5 in class though."

DaJuan Gordon 6-3 MM+-MM Chicago Curie - "Cagey fella, has a nose for the ball & can make big plays. Yes, he can score. Chi-town throwback hooper."

Tujautae Williams 6-6 MM Chicago Orr - "This kid has a wealth of potential. His future is in the back-court, where he handles, can score, & make good decisions."

Evan Taylor 6-5 MM Glenbard West - "Very good student, has some game. Plagued by inconsistency."

Tom Welch 6-7 MM Naperville North - "Had a break-out summer, has showcased his skills this season playing an effective role for his team. System type recruit."

Perry Cowan 6-4 MM-LM+ DePaul Prep - "Intriguing prospect, respectable scorer."

Bryant Brown 6-4 MM-LM+ Waukegan - "He's just a hooper, gets 'buckets', plays tough. He tends to drift off at times."

Anthony Fairlee 6-4 LM+ Springfield Southeast - "Big-time athlete & his game is soaring to new heights. Excellent leaper & player to watch."

Nate Ferguson 6-7 LM+ Lemont - "Lanky versatile prospect, shows blemishes of a break-out player. Will see him Friday night vs Hillcrest."

Martin Macenis 6-4 LM+ Stagg - "A player to watch, has good skill & all around floor game."

Jeremiah Oden 6-7 L+M St. Rita - "Thin now, he gives you a glimpse of what Colleges convey in his potential. He's been un-productive each time we viewed him."


INTERIOR FORWARDS
E.J. Liddle 6-7 HM Belleville West - "One the state's more productive players & arguably No. 1 in the 2019 Class-Illinois*Mizzou*Purdue, we hear lead the pack."

Chris Payton 6-7 MM+ Bloomington - "De-committed from Illinois State. His recruiting will be dialed-up quickly."

Rashawn Agee 6-7 MM+ Chicago Bogan - "Hits the glass with authority.His stock will climb this spring."

Anthony Roberts 6-4 MM Oak-Park - "A sleeper prospect, long-arms good athlete, plays bigger than his size. Finishes at the rim well."

Chris White 6-7 MM Marian Catholic - "Spider man wing-span, makes plays, can score some. Academic situation he seeks."

Deng Reng 6-7 ---- Wheaton North - "Has been quiet thus far."

POSTMEN
Francis Okoro 6-10 HM Normal West

Legit, high-level recruit. His high-school numbers doesn't reflect the kind of talent this kid has."

Taeyon Neal 6-10 MM Providence St. Mel

Mobile big fella with a promising future, this spring & summer may be his coming party. Wisconsin has shown steady interest."

Ciaran Brayboy 6-9 MM New Trier

Hardworker/battler has some abilities that may increase his value in a academic or system type setting."