#HardWorkSZN Classic: 2023 Illinois Breakout Performers
The #HardWorkSZN Classic in Omaha, Nebraska this past weekend saw a ton of Illinois prospects hit the floor. Time to look back at the event in our superlatives series. Here is our #HardWorkSZN Classic: 2023 Illinois Breakout Performers! Tylon…
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Continue ReadingThe #HardWorkSZN Classic in Omaha, Nebraska this past weekend saw a ton of Illinois prospects hit the floor. Time to look back at the event in our superlatives series. Here is our #HardWorkSZN Classic: 2023 Illinois Breakout Performers!
Tylon Toliver (Illinois T-Wolves)
Toliver is a point guard from Lincoln Way East that did a nice job of getting in the lane where he finished with either power or nifty layups. Rebounds pretty well for a point guard.
Kyle Olagbegi (Illinois T-Wolves)
Yet another Lincoln Way East product here. The 6’3” wing has a thick body with long arms. Was impactful on both ends with how he rebounded, got to the foul line, and hit a three. Defensively he blocked a shot and used his length to get a steal he took the other way.
Adam Labuda (Illinois T-Wolves)
This Lockport 6’1” guard played mostly off the ball. Streaky shooter that can hit a three on occasion. Moved well without the ball. Sneaky athlete that had a couple crafty layups.
Mike Garner (Illinois Hoopstars)
Really like the upside with the Bloom 2023 6’7” power forward. He was a shot blocking machine in the game we caught. Good timing and anticipation swatting and altering attempts. Defense is ahead of his offense, but is pretty fluid so once he gets a couple go to moves he should be good to go.
Xavier Valdivia (Illinois Outwork)
Valdivia is a guard that is quick with his handles being able to push in transition, convert a runner, and threw a nice assist on the move. Also hit a wing three for his Outwork squad.