NCAA COLLEGE BASKETBALL ACADEMY

Site: University Illinois Champaign Campus

Spent some time posted-up trying to get true read on this newly revitalized venue. For us it was also an opportunity to size-up our state’s guys hoopn’ in uncharted surroundings oppose to a school or club setting. Majority of our in-state guys reaffirmed my thoughts of where they are in terms of present development & level of recruitment. I dismantled all my previous thoughts of six-foot eight Loyola Academy twins Bennett & Jordan Kwiecinski. Jordan was absolutely terrific during the second session.

NAME / HT / POS / LEVEL / YR / SCHOOL

• Connor Kochera 6-4 G MM 2020 St. Viator
“Clever, played within his strength, made shots, compensates for his lack of athleticism with shrewd heady play. System guy, likely angling for academic setting.”

• Walt Mattingly 6-7 F MM+-MM 2021 Deerfield
“We love his up-side, made shots, ran the floor well, top 20 prospect in his class.”

• Martice Mitchell 6-10 F HM 2020 Bloom
“Arguably one of the top 3 players at the first session. Big fella was consistently canning threes Tuesday night & Wednesday morning. New Mexico, Minnesota, Notre Dame, and Rutgers looked to have serious interest.”

• Josh Holmes 6-1 G LM+ 2020 De LaSalle
(Played his way upward to top 35)

“Finally got an opportunity with some new found mates to demonstrate what his overall floor game entails to, made plays & shots consistently during the 2nd session. Has offers from Northern Arizona & Univ. Penn.”

• Jordan Kwiecinski 6-8 F MM 2020 Loyola Academy
“Demonstrated he was a smart, skilled player with excellent length & the ability to make shots on perimeter. Playing with a wealth of confidence. Has an offer from UIC & several others. We made a mistake sizing him up early. Top 20 in the 2020 Class.”

• Chris Conway 6-10 F LM 2020 Naperville Central
“An un-orthodox cager, the gangly fella spends the bulk of time on the perimeter. Not sure he helped himself there. Top 50-60 in Class.”

• Colin Crothers 6-8 PF LM 2020 Benet Academy
“This kid has been hampered by a nagging injury for weeks now, you can see it in his recent play. (He just hasn’t had his normal lift). Colin gets the courage of the summer award.”

• Tommie Williams 6-3 G MM 2021 Belleville West
“This hooper was his usual self, executed his assignments made plays & shots. We see growth & confidence developing in his over-all game.”

• Jabari Chiphe 6-4 F LM 2020 Walter Payton
“Hardnose competitor had a huge outing in one of the early sessions where he recorded close to 30 markers. He’s got an offer from Lewis University as well as significant interest from Washington U. Jabari helped himself.”

• Kyndall Davis 6-6 WF MM 2020 Chicago Bogan
“The Kangaroo kid”, continues to shine; Kyndall has probably increased his stock more than many in his class. When he’s knocking down mid-range shots & slashing in attack mode, his game is lethal. Was banged-up mostly in June and early July.”

• Bennett Kwiecinski 6-8 F MM 2020 Loyola Academy
“His game/play has been in full throttle, since the Riverside-Brookfield Tourney where he sparkled and received an offer from Illinois State. He & Jordan has begun to play with a ton of confidence. Sources have indicated Bennett has 7-10 offers.”

• Ramean Hinton 6-4 G MM 2020 Chicago Curie
“Was his usual fearless self. Showed observers once again he’s capable of being a lock-down defender & dynamite passer. Has to improve perimeter shooting consistently.”

• Jalen Houston 6-0 PG LM+-LM 2021 Hyde Park Academy
“Had his moments where he made shots and played well within a team concept. He attended the second session; we know he has talent but at times he tends to give you glimpses of what his game could look like.”

• John Ittounas 6-3 G LM 2020 Stevenson
“The more I watch him, the more in tuned I become. Show me more! System type.”