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A closer look at the top 10 uncommitted senior shooting guards in the state of Wisconsin and where they might be headed to play college ball next season… 1. Larry Canady – Racine Park A definite Division 1 talent, Canady…
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Continue ReadingA closer look at the top 10 uncommitted senior shooting guards in the state of Wisconsin and where they might be headed to play college ball next season…
1. Larry Canady – Racine Park
A definite Division 1 talent, Canady is still heavily under the radar. One of the best two-way players in the state, Canady averaged 20.1 points per game as a senior while often shutting down the opposition’s best player. Division 2 schools are wary to get involved, knowing Canady belongs at the highest level. If he has to go JUCO/prep, Canady will likely do very well for himself and earn plenty of offers over the next 1-2 years. A qualifier, Canady is picking up late interest from Chicago State, North Dakota State, Furman, and some Division 2’s as well.
2. Ace Evans – Martin Luther
One of the toughest players to defend 1-on-1, Evans posted 17 points and nearly four assists per game while helping Martin Luther win the Division 3 state championship. A terrific isolation scorer who can knock down triples or explode to the basket, Evans keeps defenders guessing at all times. Evans is likely to go the JUCO/prep route after high school where he’ll then be a strong Division 1 prospect.
3. Chris Bready – Waukesha West
It’s still tough to project what level Bready ends up at. The 6-foot-4 senior is getting interest from all three levels. During the season, Division 1’s LIU-Brooklyn, Pennsylvania, Canisius, Montana, Elon, Pacific, and San Francisco were evaluating Bready, who can play on and off the ball. Leading Waukesha West to a Classic Eight Conference title and a 22-4 record overall, Bready posted 16 points per game in a loaded lineup.
4. Ryan Waddell – Mequon Homestead
Waddell has some NAIA offers and WIAC schools are really pushing hard for him as well. This past season, Waddell put up 20.2 points and nearly five assists per game as Homestead won 20 contests. A crafty guard who can create for himself and others, Waddell just finds different and unconventional ways to get the job done. He’s a tweener, but Waddell is also three-level scorer that makes great decisions with the basketball.
5. Azarien Stephens – Racine St. Catherine’s
Stephens averaged 13.2 points per game on a very balanced and loaded St. Catherine’s team that won 21 games. A deadly shooter with unlimited range, Stephens is a threat to pull up from almost anywhere. He hit three or more triples in 10 games this season, including three contests where he knocked down five or more shots from beyond the arc.
6. Rocky Martinez – Waukesha West
They call him “Big Shot Rock” for a reason. He may not lead the team in scoring, grab headlines, or make huge highlight plays, but in crunch time, Waukesha West often turned to their senior guard. A poised, steady presence on the floor, Martinez averaged 11.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. A lengthy guard, Martinez can also defend multiple positions on the floor. Per his coach, Bryant and Stratton, Cardinal Stritch, and UW-Whitewater are all expressing interest in Martinez.
7. Cade Ellingson – Madison Memorial
This numbers probably don’t tell the story of how good of a scorer Ellingson is. As a senior, he averaged 13 points per game, but showed terrific shot-making ability, especially under pressure.
8. Marcus Kartes – Milwaukee King
A player that really surprised us this season, Kartes had a breakout season for the Generals. He doesn’t overwhelm anybody with size or athleticism, but gets the most out of his talent and developed into a dangerous shot-making presence. Able to knock down open shots, Kartes also has a quick first step off the dribble and an efficient pull-up game.
9. Brooklyn Jagers – Brown Deer
Jagers wasn’t on anyone’s radar this season, but emerged as a college prospect. The senior guard led Brown Deer in scoring, putting up north of 21 points per game. A plus-length guard who can slash and finish at the rim, Jagers has good body control in traffic and isn’t afraid to attack the bigs.
10. Joey Platz – Marquette
When you talk about x-factors at the next level and guys who can be stars in their role, Platz is one of the first names that comes to mind. Schools in need of a sharpshooter should be looking hard at Platz, who averaged 15.5 points per game this past season. Platz is very good at coming off screens and sets his feet quickly. One of those guys opponents can’t lose track of, Platz could be a marksman at the next level. Platz said UW-Whitewater, St Thomas, and UW-La Crosse were his three finalists.
Others: Jack Huml (Janesville Craig), Logan Mulhern (Osseo-Fairchild), Tyler Ellingson (Sussex Hamilton), Demetrius Johnson (Whitefish Bay), Tylan Huff (University School)