Recruiting Report: Quani Rudd (2021)

<p>Mt. Vernon 2020 small forward <strong>Quani Rudd</strong> is primed to breakout this season.  He has excellent size at about 6’6” and this small forward is so explosive with the ball in his hands.  Plays well above the rim on dunks off strong drives in the half court.  Super bouncy!  He has a smooth all-around game and is an underrated passer.  Shoots a good ball, just has to become more consistent with it.  Potential to be an excellent defender.  He spoke with PHI about playing with the Southwest Jets on the PrepHoops Circuit.</p> <p>“We did pretty good.  We only lost about four games.  We had a good team, but I think we will be even better next year.  We will be more developed and mature.”</p> <p>Where did he see the biggest growth in his game?</p> <p>“My guard skills.  I used to be strictly in the post.  When I got to Coach Smith and the Jets they turned me into a really diverse player.”</p> <p>Rudd and his Rams teammates are preparing for a big season at Mt. Vernon.</p> <p>“They are going well.  We have had a couple colleges come to watch us.  I think Mt Vernon is going to be really good.  I don’t see hardly see us losing any.”</p> <p>What is going on with recruiting?</p> <p>“SIU-Edwardsville came to watch me.  I have an offer from SEMO.  Missouri has called my school, but they haven’t said anything to me directly yet.”</p> <p>In the last few days SIU-Edwardsville extended an offer.  Rudd currently checks in at #41 overall and the #11 small forward in the 2020 class.</p>