Scouting Topeka JVs
Junior Varsity seasons are wrapping up for the year. Their games are the proving grounds for developing players, and the place for prospects to hone their skills. Here are a handful of players who stood out in JV games this…
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Continue ReadingJunior Varsity seasons are wrapping up for the year. Their games are the proving grounds for developing players, and the place for prospects to hone their skills. Here are a handful of players who stood out in JV games this season:
Highland Park:
Quentin Adams, sophomore, Highland Park:
Adams is a shifty ball handler who is not affected by pressure. He can push it up court with both hands, penetrates and draws fouls. Adams is a lefty who has the look of a smart leader on the floor. He can fill it up from the point guard spot. He got a little exposure to the varsity level this season.
PJ Carter, freshman, Highland Park:
Talk about size, the Scots have some really big youngsters on their JV squad. Carter is a 6-foot-4 post with a thick body who is just developing into his size. He’s light on his feet and has some quickness for such a broad, powerful ninth grader.
Aydren Drew Gregory, sophomore, Highland Park:
A smooth, athletic guard, Gregory has a nice pull-up jumper off the dribble. He is a confident shooter and has good length for a 6-footer.
Gabe Davis, sophomore, Highland Park:
The huge 6-foot-7 Davis is still developing. He has length and power to spare. He can catch and turn to score in the post. He works hard and has potential to be a real force in the lane.
Washburn Rural:
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Quick, smooth and confident with the ball, Conklin is a nice-looking guard/wing. He has the handle to play point guard, but has a sweet stroke to play off the ball. He is athletic to take the ball from end to end and he has good court vision to find open teammates.
Pearse Bowen, sophomore, Washburn Rural:
One of the primary ball handlers on the Junior Blues JV, Bowen is slick and confident with the ball at high speed and in traffic. He has range and confidence to pull the trigger.
Lukas Hanks, sophomore, Washburn Rural:
A rugged and long 6-foot-3 post, Hanks bangs in the lane and goes hard to the glass.
Jacob Hirschi, sophomore, Washburn Rural:
For a well-built, 6-foot-2 guy, Hirschi is dangerous in the open court. He’s long and strong and competent handling the ball at every position.
Hayden:
Jacob Padilla, freshman, Hayden:
The 5-foot-6 Padilla is fearless with the ball. He pushes it at top speed, distributing it to playmakers and getting the offense in gear. He’s a quick, pesky defender. He looks up court to pass, and can take it in the lane to score.
Eli Tanking, sophomore, Hayden:
Tanking is a long, 6-foot-2 athlete who runs the floor hard.
Topeka West:
Jacob Reimer, sophomore, Topeka West:
This guy is long. A 6-foot-6 post, Reimer has long arms and can catch the ball. He is really imposing in the lane and can create trouble for drivers. He is developing in his post game and has some athleticism to build on.
Mason Gomez, sophomore, Topeka West:
Gomez is a good perimeter shooter, and more. He can run the floor and handle the ball, and is a very heady passer. He shows the ability to get by a defender and kick the ball to open teammates.
Malachi Berg, sophomore, Topeka West:
At 6-foot-2, Berg stands out on the JV floor as a tall guard with really good handles and nice athleticism. He can take the ball to the hole and make things happen. With his height and coordination, he is really good at driving and dishing to shooters, as well as rebounding and pushing the ball himself.
Topeka High:
Mister Cameron, freshman, Topeka High:
A smooth and confident point guard, Cameron actually got some varsity time at the end of the season. But in JV action, he stood out. He is a facilitator who is cool when guarded and has great control. He directs teammates and sees the floor. As his body develops, he could be a pesky defender.