Best of the Midwest: 2020/2021 Stock Risers
Best of the Midwest: 2020/2021 Stock Risers
Saturday, July 22nd | Grand Rapids, MI
Jalen Blackmon – 6’2” | PG | Team Teague 2021 | Blackhawk Christian High School | Class of 2021
Jalen Blackmon drew all sorts of attention this weekend. The incoming freshman guard is known for his ability to shoot the deep ball, which he did at a good clip. He also showed that he can be a true-point guard as well. Blackmon’s passing skills were on display with some nice no-look passes in transition for easy baskets. He has a good handle on the ball and has good positioning when playing off the ball on defense. Intriguing prospect to keep an eye on.
Andrew Kroft – 6’3” | G | 1Nation 16U | Fort Wayne North Side | Class of 2021
Kroft found himself playing up in the 16U division this weekend with 1Nation. With an undermanned roster, Kroft helped the team reach the Platinum Championship before falling a bit short. He attacked the basket on offense and wasn’t backing down from a challenge on the defensive end. He’s a competitive kid with a knack for being a good defender. His jumper was falling consistently this weekend as well.
Rickie Wedlow – 6’0” | G | Indy Heat 15U Black | Richmond High School | Class of 2020
Wedlow is one of those guys that has the offensive capabilities to completely take over a game. He’s a tremendous passer from the wing and really understands how to find openings. Against the zone, he found himself in a comfortable position for a jump shot whenever he wanted one. Rickie picked apart the zone with some tough passes in the middle. Impressed with his on-ball defense and live ball recovery in transition.
Prep Hoops Profile: https://prephoops.com/player/rickie-wedlow/
Chris Grubbs – 6’5” | W/F | Indy Heat 15U Black | Hamilton Southeastern | Class of 2020
Grubbs is a name that will be all over the place soon. He is one of the most explosive and tenacious players in this class. He caused turnover after turnover on the defensive end. He gets out in transition and is a high-flying, strong athlete at the rim. Chris handles the ball like a point-forward in the half court and is still most comfortable being a slasher. Great court vision for a wing player and has the ability to take over games on both ends.
Prep Hoops Profile: https://prephoops.com/player-profile/chris-grubbs/
Kiyron Powell – 6’8” | F | Indy Heat 15U Black | Evansville Bosse | Class of 2020
Powell has been improving almost day to day over the past few months. His length and athleticism were on display this weekend on both backboards. He grabbed double digit rebounds and defended the basket well. He made some great interior passes against the zone the lead to easy baskets. Kiyron’s mid-range jumper is showing improvement and his footwork is something that has continued to get better.
Prep Hoops Profile: https://prephoops.com/player-profile/chris-grubbs/