Prep Hoops Top 250 Top Lengthy Athletes: Part 2
The Prep Hoops Top 250 launched showcase season for the company this past Saturday in Orlando with 231 high school prospects. There was a ton of competition and hard play. Kids were playing together and really listening to our coaches…
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Continue ReadingThe Prep Hoops Top 250 launched showcase season for the company this past Saturday in Orlando with 231 high school prospects.
There was a ton of competition and hard play. Kids were playing together and really listening to our coaches and making sure they made plays in front of the many media members in the gym.
Here is a look at Part 2 of the top lengthy athletes I saw.
Trey Johnson Trey Johnson 6'7" | PF Clearwater Central Catholic | 2021 State FL | 6-7 | Clearwater Central Catholic
Johnson is really hitting his stride. He has gotten stronger since the last time I’ve seen him and he was very aggressive as an attacker. Johnson is a gifted shooter and takes smart shots, but as games went on he was also hurting defenses and taking chances at the rack. The 2021 forward holds his own defensively with his length as a rebounder and shot blocker. At Clearwater Central Catholic, Johnson is in for a big season as the top asset on both ends of the floor.
Jeremiah Bannister Jeremiah Bannister 6'5" | PF Oak Ridge | 2021 State FL | 6-5 | Oak Ridge
With football strength, Bannister has always settled in nicely and made his presence known on the defensive end of the ball. He was making life so tough for players who went inside and he was simply moving guys with blocks and strong rebounds. Offensively, the 2021 forward has a nice little set of finishes and he was active throughout. Bannister is an under the radar stretch four who will be rock solid at Oak Ridge this season.
Jack Klinger Jack Klinger 6'7" | C Lake Brantley | 2021 FL | 6-7 | Lake Brantley
It is hard to ignore what Klinger does. The 2022 forward is a strong kid who doesn’t shy away from pressure. He gets going as a mid-range touch shooter and finisher on offense. Defensively, he likes to use his size to win one on one battles in the paint. Klinger is filled with upside at Lake Brantley.
Daniele Russo Daniele Russo 6'6" | PF Lake Mary Prep | 2021 State FL | 6-8 | Bishop Moore
I was super impressed with Russo. A long body and good shooter, he was mixing it up. The 2021 forward had some really smooth jumpers, nice floaters and on defense, he was towering over players to reel in board after board. Russo is an energetic big who is in line for a nice season at Bishop Moore.
Jaylen Wharton Jaylen Wharton 6'8" | PF Durant | 2021 State FL | 6-8 | Durant
Wharton continues to be a long and gifted shot blocker and energy dunker. The 2021 forward can certainly add muscle to his lean frame, but his mix of an inside game and defensive prowess is fun to watch. At Durant, if he can add a more consistent jumper then he will draw more attention from college programs.
Blaise Wallace Blaise Wallace 6'6" | PF Maclay | 2023 State FL | 6-6 | Maclay
The lone underclassmen on this list, Wallace had a fine Saturday at the expo. The 2023 forward has a nice jumper intact and always shows up in transition as a true energy setter. Wallace fights for boards, goes to the bucket to attack and shows plenty of patience. Adding muscle to his frame will help his upside but for now he is in line for heavy minutes at Maclay and should shine doing so.
Gregory Limage | 6-4 | Downey Christian
One of the most vocal prospects on any court at the expo, Limage is a brute finisher. The 2022 jumbo guard/wing likes to get going on the attack and I liked what he saw when he did that. Limage can stand to improve his jumper, but for now his leadership, aggressiveness and overall movement are true assets for him.
ICYMI:
Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo: Best Overall Performers
Prep Hoops Top 250 Standouts: 2021-2022 (Part 1)
Prep Hoops Top 250 Standouts: 2021-2022 (Part 2)
Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo: 2023-2024 Standouts (Part 1)
Prep Hoops Top 250 Stock Risers: 2023-2024 (Part 1)
Prep Hoops Top 250 Stock Risers: 2023-2024 (Part 2)
Prep Hoops Top 250 Stock Risers: 2021-2022 (Part 1)
Prep Hoops Top 250 Stock Risers: 2021-2022 (Part 2)