TOP AVAILABLE PROSPECTS IN 2020 CLASS
NOTABLE FIVE AT EACH POSITION
“The moment of truth, trekking the state’s overall talent pool one would utter – it’s likely a tapped-out market. (It’s not like we’ve produced abundance of phenoms/blue chippers in recent years) in lieu of the 2020 crop having a low number of division one mid-major types presently that will change immensely in six weeks, we envision at least 10 prospects to surface, while elevating their statusas surge-fire Division One recruits before the year end. Us locals are anticipating something special with many in this class on the hardwood as well off. Prediction, College Coaches will spend a great deal of time around these parts this winter.”
POINT-GUARDS
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• Keshawn Williams 6-3MM+4Bloom
“Not quite the true playmaker yet, but he’s an explosive athlete ready to take his game/play into another gear at the collegiate level, especially if he lands in the right setting. Colorado St., Tulsa, Loyola-Chicago, Dayton, Utah-State.”
• Jamere Hill6-3LM+-LM29Joliet West
“Speedster has some talent/game as he displayed in a summer league title game at Morris against Chicago Bogan where he went for 27. J. Hill could be really good in a few years after he receives some experience. UIC and several D2s including Lewis Univ. showed significant interest not long ago.”
• Josh Holmes6-2LM+-36DeLaSalle
“Seems to have re-gained his groove, after orchestrating a solid showing this summer. Holmes is skilled & has shown a well-rounded floor game for years. His best days await. Northern Arizona was in early. He will become a solid pick-up.”
• Devon Davis 6-1LM+-LM35Westinghouse
“A quick maneuvering athlete, whom surprises opponents with his open court prowess. May have some shortcomings playing in a system immediately. A player to follow.”
• Nate Shockey6-2LM38York
“More of a combo than a true point, has the ability to score in big situations.The likes of academic schools were on him early summer. Look for Shockey to have a huge season.”
• Micah Schnyder 6-4LM37Yorkville Christian
“This slender cager has solidified his status as one top hoopers in the south-west burbs. Sure-handed threat with the ability to make plays & shots. Patriot, Metro Atlantic, and Northeast Conferences has shown interest.Expect Micah to shine in his new environment.”
WING GUARDS
• Adam Miller6-3HM2Morgan Park
“High-scoring combo clone, one of our state’s top marksmen, the Peoria native has his schools narrowed to Illinois, Arizona State, and Kansas. Likely isn’t making a decision until the first of the year.”
• Jeremiah Williams6-4MM+-MM6Chicago Simeon
“Broke some hearts when he departed St. Laurence 7 weeks ago. Can flat-out hoop, plays with passion and competition spirit. Lethal in the open court. Out-side shooting is aspect of his game that will eventually arrive. Had Valpo, Akron, SIU, Loyola-Chicago, and Wis.-Milw. trekking, but it seems he will be a late signee, and a marquee one.”
• Tyler Beard6-2MM9Whitney Young
“Confident fella competes at a high-level despite of his limited acumen offensively on the perimeter presently. Very good defender. Can be explosive in the open court. Virginia Tech was early as was West Virginia, now Cleveland State could be the sweep states winner.”
• Antoine Bloxton 6-2MM15Chicago Bogan
“Very talented lad, everyone in Chicago knows his overall game can bedown-right scandalous when he’s dialed in. Classroom right now is his primary focus. Juco bound!”
• Jason Kent6-6MM25Oak Forest
“Late bloomer starting to flourish right before our eyes. Has transformed his game into a knock-down spot-up shooter with range. Probably will be heavily covet by January/February. NIU, IUPI, and Cleveland State has beenfollowing closely.”
WING FORWARDS
• Damontae Taylor6-5MM19Zion-Benton
“Sleek/wiry cager with enough offensive punch & athleticism to make observers to notice. Potentially he could emerge as a full fledge stand-out after Junior College stint, he’s that talented, needs experience & seasoning.”
• Kyndall Davis6-5MM18Chicago Bogan
“Kangaroo kid is smooth operator, zips by defenders with his quick first-step. Kyndall has become a reliable mid-range shooter. Expected pledge to New Jersey Institute soon. Had a visit to Long Island University andcanceled a recent visit to Ball State.”
• Sam Shultz6-6LM35Oswego
“Intriguing prospect has excellent length on the perimeter where he’s become a reliable shooter. Shultz could be a good pick-up late for Northeast or Metro Atlantic Conference schools. A player to watch.”
• Axel Matola6-5LM39West Aurora
“Surprised observers with his athleticism & ability to drain jumpers on the perimeter with range during the Spot-Lite Fall Classic, where he was selected All-Tourney, sleeper prospect. Might end up being a Top 10 available come February.”
• Dom Martinelli6-5LM34Glenbrook South
“Versatile performer, coming off astounding junior campaign, gaining several post-season honors. Dom has offers from plenty of Division Two’s and interest from several D1 Programs. Some observers would not be surprised if Atlantic Sun Conference or Metro Atlantic snuck in late on him.”
• Donovan Taylor6-4LM56Chicago Fenger
“Lefty shooter isn’t a well-known commodity outside the Chicago Public League. He offers an array of offensive ability. Junior College bound, likely could thrust into a head-liner during his stint there.”
STRONG FORWARDS
• Savion Williams6-6MM21Chicago Curie
“Doesn’t need to be lumped into a position, he’s a hooper. Looks to have a terrific up-side, scores with ease around the rim, and defensively he’s a shot-swatter. Savion has the look of a hot commodity late.”
• Seryee Lewis6-7MM24Morgan Park
“Lanky front-courter with the ability to defend the paint, while emerging as a reliable rebounder. Offensive game in the rounding stages. Cleveland State and some MAC Conference schools in the hunt.”
• Armon Williams6-8MM-LM+27East St. Louis
“Slender forward will eventually transition to the wing. Williams has enormous up-side if he continues to strengthen his body and work on hisoverall game. Patients should pay huge dividends with him. SIU-E and SEMO are his schools.”
• R.J. Ogom6-5LM+-LM28Homewood-Flossmoor
“Operator on the base-line as a monstrous under-size front-courter. Good athlete who completes at high level. Has a slew of D2s circling him and some Div I still in the hunt.”
• Jayden Johnson6-5LM40Batavia
“Hot shooting forward recognized as one of the area’s best shooters, fits the mold of a system guy. UIC is still looking at him some, and several D2s await.”
• Jabari Chiphe6-5LM44Walter Payton
“Enjoyed a quality summer, capped it with a strong showing at the Spot-Lite Fall Classic, where he was All-Tournament nominee. Thrives around the rimmaking athletic plays. High academic/character kid, has Washington U. at the top of his list.”
POST MEN
• Connor Linke6-9MM14St. Charles North
“Interest in this big fella has heated-up. Connor has improved immensely since last season; he’s become a valuable presence in the paint while protecting the rim defensively. Schools involved with him are Bradley, William & Mary, Valpo, Cal Poly, and UC-Davis.”
• Romelle Howard6-8LM47Lincoln Park
“A huge season awaits on the hardwood & classroom. A wealth of ability to be a contributor on the next level, particularly in the right setting. Lefty has effective jump hook. Recruitment has been light thus far.”
• Connor McCance6-8LM55Oswego
“Not a household name in the area but has performed well enough to draw offers from the likes of Wisconsin-Parkside and Northern Michigan.”
• Lavell Lundy7-0LM70Chicago Wells
“Un-tapped talent, a project that requires patience, reportedly Junior College will be his route.”
• Justin Olsen7-0LM-small school 95Layden
“This dude is massive, supposedly enjoys hoops, there is always room on most rosters for a player who gobbles up space & can give out a few fouls.”
THE UN-HERALDED GEM
“Our favorite category, we truly enjoy identifying the lesser known prospects. We envision several of these guys developing into huge contributors at the next level.They’ve just been overlooked for whatever reason.”
• Justin Cross6-7SFLM-D245Oak Park
“Gangly south-paw is starting to emerge as effective rebounder and inside scorer. He’s become so valuable to his team, sacrificing much of his game for the sake of his teammates. System player at the next level.”
• Robert Holmes6-5SFLM42Stevenson
“We think this kid would be a solid contributor in some Division One Programs, vastly under-rated. His name fits his game, plays extremely hard, capable of being an exhilarating athlete during stretches of a game where he can be explosive attacking the cylinder. High academic kid!”
• Yemi Elutigo6-4G/FLM46Marian Catholic
“Rangy prospect whose stock/value will be on the rise. Plays with a terrific motor & compliments it well with his ability to drain jumpers or take defenders off the dribble. Has a standing offer from Lewis University. Good lookin’ prospect.”
• Jackson Connor6-6WFLM48Marion
“Skilled offensive player, one of our state’s top performers in the southern region. Had a slew of low-major schools following him in July. Could be a real find!”
• Spencer Yoggerst6-5PGLM55Riverton
“Hardnose competitor plays with a chip, this kid has good length on the perimeter, handles the rock well versus pressure nor can he be sped-up. Spencer has an old-school feel to his game/play. Good things happen when the ball is in his hands. Sleeper prospect!”
• Joe Green6-0GLM+-LM31Marian Catholic
“Got major game, plays in the shadows of others, at times he doesn’t get opportunity to demonstrate his true gifts. Can electrify an audience with his athleticism where he exhibits ultra-deceptive leaping ability. Smooth mid-range game.”
• Sangolay Nijie6-5FLM44Whitney Young
“Under-size four or five man for his school team, plays with an energetic motor that excels at protecting the rim and running the floor. Mobilizing rebounder on the defensive end, in addition he finishes plays at the rim. Seeking a high-academic situation.”
• Elijah Watson6-6FLM58T.F. South
“Slender forward with a huge up-side, has to get stronger. He does possess some range on his jumper in which we see his future being on the wing. A player to watch.”
• Paul Zillinskas6-4FLM51Riverside-Brookfield
“Had a quiet summer with his Club Team but in June with his new school team he didn’t make a huge splash; simply trying to fit in after coming over from Richards. We know the Euro clone can play; he was the MVP of the 2018 Fall Classic. Better days await!”
• Johnathan Odom6-5SFLM52Legal Prep
“Sensational leaper plays above the rim. Has shown significant improvement with his skills, he’d be a huge pick-up for some small College Programs. We envision Mr. Odom being pegged as All-American at that level by his junior year.”
• Alijah Nelson6-1PGLM62Bolingbrook
“Sweet shooting back-court player who’s embarking on a new journey in his young career, moving over from Glenbard East where he was a 2-year starter. Alijah’s overall floor game has stared to blossom, he’s become more of a ball-handler creating opportunities for himself & his mates. High academic recruit.”
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