Don’t Sleep on These 2023 Sleepers
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Don’t sleep on these 2023 Sleepers The class of 2023 in the state has some really talented players. Leading that class are players like Reed Sheppard Reed Sheppard 6'3" | PG North Laurel | 2023 State #22 Nation KY ,…
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The class of 2023 in the state has some really talented players. Leading that class are players like Reed Sheppard Reed Sheppard 6'3" | PG North Laurel | 2023 State #22 Nation KY , Kaleb Glenn Kaleb Glenn 6'7" | SF La Lumiere | 2023 #64 Nation IN , and Gabe Sisk Gabe Sisk 6'5" | SG Ballard | 2023 #232 Nation CA-N just to name a few. From what I have seen from play during this pandemic, there’ are a few players that need recognition. These players passed my eye test. You can tell these players have taken full advantage of this time to develop their skills and game.I fully expect for these sleepers to be huge impact players for their school teams.
Hudson Sparks, Lexington Catholic – Hudson has grown to 6″4″ and has increased his game to go along with his growth spurt. Sparks has developed into a good shooter from beyond the arc. He doesn’t settle for the three either. He can also put the ball on the floor to get to the rim. Hudson has also increased his vertical jump as he got his first in game dunk in Indiana this summer versus a scrappy Indiana Elite team. Not just any dunk, but an and one! Hudson’s development and long frame has caught the eye of a couple Division 1 schools. Look for Hudson to be a big time contributor to a good Lexington Catholic team led by Ben Johnson Ben Johnson 6'3" | CG Lexington Catholic | 2021 State KY .
Davis Miller, Sayre – Look for Miller to step into a significant role at Sayre this season. The 6’3″ wing will bring toughness to that squad. Davis is a glue guy. He will get in the paint and mix it up with bigger players. His long arms help him to rebound well and finish around the basket. Shooting from beyond the arc has gotten more consistent for him. Davis has the ability to put the ball on the floor and make plays. Nothing fancy about him. Just a blue collar worker who is capable of averaging a double double this season with his effort. If his height and game continue to grow like it has, look for Davis to get some mid-major looks.
Eli Green, Lexington Christian Academy – It’s not a lot of talk about pure point guards anymore, but when there is, you have to mention Eli Green. Not many like Green in the game anymore. A point guard with vision and pick and roll savvy. Place any big with Green and you will see flashes of John Stockton. He reads the ball screens well and will make you pay for having poor coverage. Eli can knock down shots from deep and mid-range. He handles the ball exceptionally well. I wouldn’t be surprised if Eli is the starting point guard at LCA this season. If so, you will see a point guard who can run a team, get everyone involved, and score as well.
Mason May, Marion County – May is a tough point guard who plays with a chip on his shoulder. Mason is strong and can bully his way to the basket. Coming off ball screens he has the ability to get downhill to the rim or get to his pull up jumper. When I asked Mason’s head coach, Maze Stallworth, about him, he said, “He is a traditional point guard who really wants to make plays for his teammates. He will step into a big role for Marion County HS team this season. I am looking for him to help run our team this season.” Defensively, he looks to take on any challenge. He will make for a very tough college point guard.