HIT Intersquad Scrimmage: Standout Performers
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Hoops Intensity Training hosted a fall intersquad scrimmage on Thursday night featuring prospects from 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. We dive into 20+ prospects from the night in our HIT Intersquad Scrimmage: Standout Performers! Tyler Van Eekeren Tyler Van…
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Continue ReadingHoops Intensity Training hosted a fall intersquad scrimmage on Thursday night featuring prospects from 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. We dive into 20+ prospects from the night in our HIT Intersquad Scrimmage: Standout Performers!
Tyler Van Eekeren Tyler Van Eekeren 6'5" | SF Benet | 2021 State IL (Benet – 2021)
TVE was one of the biggest stock risers from the summer with his all-around play for HIT. The Benet wing has size and length at 6’4” with a super high-motor. The biggest growth in his game has been his ability to win off the bounce on straight line drives. That was shown again on Thursday night. Did a nice job of winning off the dribble for buckets and finishing in transition. Capable shooter that knocked down a three and baseline shot. Crashes the glass for second chance points and was one of the better defenders on the night. D2s need to invest some time looking at his film!
Odin Lium Odin Lium 6'5" | SF Oswego East | 2021 State IL (Oswego East – 2021)
Lium is a high ceiling prospect that has projectability at 6’6” with plus athleticism. He flashed throughout the night, but it wasn’t consistent. Got on the offensive glass for a couple put backs and had an explosive slash in the open floor that he converted at the rim. The jump shot wasn’t falling.
Sherby Brown Sherby Brown 6'0" | PG Fenton Community | 2021 IL (Fenton – 2021)
Brown is a rangy 6’0” point guard that had slow start to the night due to the player we will talk about next. He settled in and played well the second half of the night. Got in the lane for several runners and layups. Slick handling guard.
AJ Johnson AJ Johnson 6'1" | PG Oswego East | 2021 State IL (Oswego East – 2021)
Johnson was a force early on defensively putting pressure on the opposing team’s guards. Active hands getting deflections and steals including taking one the other way.
Jadyn Benson Jadyn Benson 6'4" | SG Mt. Carmel | 2021 State IL (Mt. Carmel – 2021)
Benson didn’t do a ton early on after the big bump he got in the latest 2021 rankings update. He came to life late in the evening showing why we were so intrigued. At 6’3” he is a big time athlete that is an explosive slasher and can drill shots from the perimeter getting elevation off the floor.
Tyler Wildermuth Tyler Wildermuth 5'10" | PG Ic Catholic Prep | 2021 IL (York – 2021)
Quietly Wildermuth just goes about his business each time we see him and he gets stuff done. Same thing at the HIT intersquad scrimmages. He is a crafty point guard that is a sound jump shooter knocking in a few from mid-range and three. Good small college prospect.
Ethan Ivan Ethan Ivan 6'7" | PF Batavia | 2022 State IL (Batavia – 2022)
Ivan was very impressive throughout the night. He played in both the 16U and 17U scrimmages. The 6’6” face up four man spaces the floor with his shooting and handles it very well with a couple dribbles getting to the hoop. Even took it coast to coast once for a bucket. Runs the floor with ease which is an easy way for him to get points. Bouncy on the offensive glass and had a couple blocks.
Patrick Robinson Patrick Robinson 6'4" | SG Oswego East | 2022 State IL . (Oswego East – 2022)
Robinson is going to see a massive jump in our 2022 rankings update on Monday. He showed some of the reasons why in this setting. Big bodied 6’4” two guard that can score from multiple levels. He is explosive with it in transition attacking downhill going coast to coast. Such a tough cover when he is coming right at you. Hit a couple mid-range shots, but wasn’t as effective from deep.
Trey Keizer Trey Keizer 6'2" | SG Timothy Christian | 2022 State IL (Timothy Christian – 2022)
Keizer was lights out from distance on Thursday! The 6’2” shooting guard drilled a handful of triples throughout the night off the catch with smooth mechanics.
Sergio Rivera (St. Patrick’s – 2022)
Rivera is a left handed point guard that is best when using his handles getting to the hoop for scores. Had flashes with smooth drives during the scrimmages.
Brady Heckman Brady Heckman 6'1" | PG Benet Academy | 2022 State IL (Benet – 2022)
Heckman had a big night. The 6’1” combo guard has a clean looking shot that he drilled on several occasions from three and also mixed in a couple of crafty layups.
Billy Bach Billy Bach 6'5" | PF Lyons Township | 2022 State IL (Lyons – 2022)
Bach is a prospect that caught our attention. The 6’4” small forward got on the glass for a pair of put backs and also drilled a three from the wing. One to watch down the line.
David Gieser David Gieser 6'3" | SG Evanston | 2022 State IL (Fenwick – 2022)
Like what this Fenwick 6’3” two guard brings to the table with his shot making from deep. Plus three point shooter that has a chance to be a force this high school season for Fenwick. Plays hard and mixed in some drives every now and then, but his shooting is going to be what college coaches will love.
Joseph Rodriguez Joseph Rodriguez 6'5" | PF Taft | 2022 State IL (Taft – 2022)
Rodriguez is a big bodied combo forward at 6’5” that just produces. He has a nose for the ball on both ends of the floor. Rebounds well and blocks shots. He isn’t the most explosive athlete, but he is crafty finishing in transition around the hoop.
Tim Taiwo (Brooks – 2022)
Taiwo is a spark plug guard that brings energy. Used his speed and athleticism to push in the open floor which is where he did most of his damage.
Jeremiah Akin Jeremiah Akin 6'3" | SG Oswego | 2023 IL (Oswego East – 2023)
Akin is a big bodied and physical 6’2” combo guard that can play both on and off the ball. A bit wild at times, but we like how he plays strong going downhill for buckets. Shields off defenders on scoop shots. Also can dish it off to a teammate when in the paint. Hits a pull up jumper on occasion.
Kal Kilgast (ICCP – 2023)
Kilgast is a 6’1” combo guard that has a sweet looking pull up jump shot that he put on display throughout the scrimmages. Knocked down mid-range jumpers from all over the court pulling up on a dime along with making runners. Range stretched out to beyond the arc on several occasions. Shooting combo guard!
JJ Hernandez JJ Hernandez 6'6" | PF Glenbard North | 2024 State IL (Glenbard North – 2024)
This was my first look at the 6’3” incoming freshman. We had heard some buzz and there is reason for it. Plus size at a young age with a projectable frame to continue to grow and fill out. Bit of a streaky shooter, but did drill several from distance. He is a silky smooth ball handler that can win off the bounce. Flashed passing flair. Got on the glass for a put back and was a solid defender.
Brendan Molis (York – 2024)
Good sized shooting guard at 6’3” that had it working early. He is a pass first point guard that did a nice job of distributing in drive and kick situations along with in the pick/roll. Creative ball handler and has a floater game.
Allen Tate Allen Tate 6'5" | PF Downers Grove North | 2024 IL (Downers Grove North – 2024)
Listed at 6’3” Tate plays much taller than his height. High motor player that is super active on the offensive glass for second chance points. Broad shouldered forward is a shot blocking presence and a versatile defender. Drilled a pull up jumper early on. Interesting prospect to track long term.
AJ Levin (York – 2024)
This 5’9” point guard from York was super productive throughout the night. Pushes it in transition getting to the hoop quite a bit for layups. Shifty ball handler that weaves through defenses in the open floor. Sound jump shooter as well.
Michael Reilly (Lyons – 2024)
Reilly came to play! The 6’2” two guard has a lanky frame. Used his athleticism around the hoop on several reverse layups for buckets. Hit a mid-range jumper and took a steal coast to coast for a bucket. Productive night.