PrepHoops Circuit Season Review: Peoria Area Elite
This past season on the PrepHoops Circuit we were able to catch a ton of quality Illinois programs in the Hard Work Region! Now it is time for our Season Reviews! Today we speak with Gale Johnson of Peoria Area…
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Continue ReadingThis past season on the PrepHoops Circuit we were able to catch a ton of quality Illinois programs in the Hard Work Region! Now it is time for our Season Reviews! Today we speak with Gale Johnson of Peoria Area Elite breaking down their top players, accomplishments, and favorite moments from the PrepHoops Circuit!
How did your program perform on the inaugural PrepHoops Circuit this spring and summer?
17U
Finished top 16 out of 64 17u teams from Midwest! We were the number #1 seed going in. Lost on a last second shot in sweet 16!
16U
Finished strong in Minnesota and had some close games in 2 sessions.
Highlight a few of your programs accomplishments on the PrepHoops Circuit?
Pee Wee Brown – All-Illinois 1st team and 2nd team All-Hard Work Region, Top player in Indiana and St Louis.
Myreice Byrd – All-Illinois 4th team
PAE 17U – Top 16 finish in Minnesota
PAE 16u – Lost by 9 to PHC 16U champs in pool game in Minnesota. Closest game they played all weekend.
Which PrepHoops Circuit event did you enjoy the most and why?
All Were Great! No joking! Great competition, great atmosphere, great job!
Who were the top performers in your program this summer on the PrepHoops Circuit and tell us why?
Peewee Brown 17U
Myreice Bryd 17U
Emaryon Byrd 16U and 17U
Chris Williams 17U
Devon Vanderhydt 16U and 17U
Nate Thornton 17U
Nick Petty 16U and 17U
Josiah Getz 16U and 17U
What players are you excited about for next year’s PrepHoops Circuit squad?
Josiah Getz 2021
Andrew Lewis 2022
Emaryon Byrd 2021
Gavin Johnson 2022
Devon Vanderhydt 2021
Nick Petty 2021
What did you enjoy most about participating in the PrepHoops Circuit?
The Exposure for my players! We played in front of college coaches and top Midwest writers every game. Priceless exposure all circuit! Can’t wait for 2020!!!!!