Kosta Koufos Classic: Top Juniors and Seniors
The 2019 Kosta Koufos Classic at the Sacramento Kings center’s alma mater, GlenOak in Canton, compiled eight local teams who carry collegiate talent ranging from potential high-major D-I to D-III. Game results: Hoban over Cornerstone Christian, 86-45 North Canton Hoover…
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Continue ReadingThe 2019 Kosta Koufos Classic at the Sacramento Kings center’s alma mater, GlenOak in Canton, compiled eight local teams who carry collegiate talent ranging from potential high-major D-I to D-III.
Game results:
- Hoban over Cornerstone Christian, 86-45
- North Canton Hoover over Medina Highland, 53-43
- GlenOak over Louisville, 73-55
- Massillon over Warren JFK, 88-56
All four games included at least one standout upperclassman who made an impression…
Ricky Adams (2019), 5’10” G, Cornerstone Christian
stats: 12 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists
This was our first time seeing Adams as a primary ball-handler and playmaker and we walk away impressed with his passing ability. Carefully delivered drop-down dishes to teammates on the block after drawing help-side. Cleverly found open teammates against a full-court trap at times but too often turned it over after picking up his dribble at the wrong time. Adams shot it with rhythm off the dribble. Had a tough time finishing in traffic against size. Adams has also developed a stronger body, which allows him to defend the dribble-drive.
Dominick Moegerle (2020), 6’4” F, Hoban
stats: 7 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists
Moegerle and the Hoban starters didn’t play the usual amount of minutes in their 86-45 trouncing of CCA. Yet, the junior combo forward flashed tremendous athleticism on a couple finishes. His quickness off the ground and growing confidence as a ball-handler is a deadly combination when Moegerle finds daylight. Also utilized his leaping ability by staying active in passing lanes.
Jake Snyder (2019), 6’0” G, Hoban
stats: 13 points, 1 rebound, 4 assists
Snyder is an intriguing combo guard because of his ability to shoot the basketball. Moves well without the ball. The wiry guard also protects his dribble. Paced Hoban to an early lead and, again, didn’t have to do much in the second half.
Bryce Profitt (2020), 6’2” G, Medina Highland
stats: 12 points, 3 rebounds
Profitt should eventually receive college interest locally for his ability to shoot, defend, and move without the ball. Not a particularly dynamic athlete but he can move laterally and is pretty strong. Body is starting to fill-out already and will likely not get much taller. Accurate trigger from beyond the arch.
Joe Miller (2020), 6’4” F, GlenOak
stats: 14 points, 8 rebounds
Miller scored the ball in a variety of ways in his Player of the Game showing. A mobile forward who is both strong and light on his feet. He bounces off opposing bigs with his spin move for open layups. Rebounds with physicality and some bounce. Miller also knocked down a pair of triples, showing some potential as a pick-and-pop guy at the next level. Should find an opportunity at the next level if he wants it.
Christian Parker (2020), 6’5” F, GlenOak
stats: 10 points, 8 rebounds
Parker is yet another GlenOak forward who provides versatility. He was matched up with a power post, Spencer Hall, who you’ll read about in a second. He forced Hall to finish contested shots by staying strong on the block. Parker, though, can switch onto guards in the pick-and-roll and stay in front of guys.
At his best around the elbow, where he can face-up and make a play. Capable shooter from about 15 feet. Parker was very effective on dives to the basket, whether it was after setting a screen or timing it up when someone drove baseline. Soft touch. Shoots a shot-put floater when he comes down the middle of the paint. Made good decisions against a press.
Spencer Hall (2019), 6’8” C, Louisville
stats: 13 points, 4 rebounds
The fast-pace of the game didn’t do Hall any favors — he’s a throwback post-up big man. Strong body who carves space with his back to the basket. Scoring ability over either shoulder although he prefers his right hand. Patient and will go to secondary moves if the defense cuts him off. Another kid who could find a home on a college roster if he wants it.
Brett Martin (2019), 6’4” W/F, Massillon
stats: 16 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists
After a tremendous start, it ended ugly for Martin. Halfway through the third quarter, Martin went down holding his knee on a non-contact injury after he tried to avoid a shot-blocker on a transition layup. His body contorted just a bit and he went down instantly. I’m not a doctor, but it didn’t look good. We await diagnoses.
Before that, though, the Marietta commit was rolling. Most of his production came underneath the basket as Martin kept possessions alive and finished in traffic. Martin also surprised us with two transition dunks off two feet. Hit a turn-around jumper with a defender draped on him for the first basket of the game, too. The lengthy stretch forward possesses good vision when he catches in the pinch post.
Gianni Eaton (2019), 6’3″ G/W, Warren JFK
stats: 18 points, 3 rebounds
Eaton started on the wing — his natural position — and ended the night as their primary ball-handler once he found a rhythm. He was JFK’s only consistent producer of offense. Good shot creation ability. Changes speeds as a ball-handler. Capable outside shooter and the ball comes out of his hand quickly. Relentlessly attacked the basket.