Kentucky Prospects to Watch at Spiece Run N Slam
PHOTO CREDITS TO KENTUCKY SPORTS RADIO The Spiece Run N Slam is one of the top grassroots events in the country every travel season and it returns after missing 2020 due to Covid-19. The state of Kentucky will be well…
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The Spiece Run N Slam is one of the top grassroots events in the country every travel season and it returns after missing 2020 due to Covid-19. The state of Kentucky will be well represented. Here’s a look at some top Kentucky prospects in the event this weekend.
2022:
Maker Bar Maker Bar 6'9" | C Ballard | 2022 State KY , F.O.C.U.S. Select – The versatile big man from Ballard can score the ball all over the court. A matchup against All Ohio Red will give him a chance to show he can be dominant against other D1 kids.
Tucker Blanford Tucker Blanford 6'6" | SF Bullitt East | 2022 State KY , F.O.C.U.S. Select – Blanford is such a blue collar worker and a nice compliment to Mar in the post. Tucker is an excellent rebounder who can also stretch the floor with some shooting.
Mitchell Rylee Mitchell Rylee 6'8" | C Covington Catholic | 2022 State KY , Midwest (OH) – Probably the best pure post player in the state, Rylee had a 30 ball against EYBL Alabama Fusion last weekend. He’ll have a chance to shine again this weekend.
Justin Becker Justin Becker 6'6" | SF Robertson County | 2022 State KY , Griffin Elite – One of the stars of the Spring so far, Becker can score the ball all over and has shown that he can guard multiple positions on the court. This could be a big weekend for his college stock.
2023:
Gabe Sisk Gabe Sisk 6'5" | SG Ballard | 2023 #232 Nation CA-N , F.O.C.U.S. Select 17u – One of the best 2023s in Kentucky, Sisk is shifty and a good finisher. When he’s got his jumper working, he’s a tough cover for any team on defense.
Ian Higdon Ian Higdon 6'6" | PF North Oldham | 2023 State KY , F.O.C.U.S. Select – Similar to Blanford with their 17u team, Higdon has a high motor and will outwork opponents over the course of a game. Keep an eye on him as the key cog in Focus’ success this weekend.
Reed Sheppard Reed Sheppard 6'3" | PG North Laurel | 2023 State #22 Nation KY , Midwest (OH) 17u – Our top ranked 2023, Reed has multiple high major offers and will have a chance to strengthen his hold on the top spot in 2023 if he can get Midwest to the title this weekend.
Jacob Meyer Jacob Meyer 6'2" | PG Holy Cross Covington | 2023 #170 Nation GA , Midwest (OH) – One of the best athletes in 2023, Meyer is a smooth lefty guard who has a chance to challenge for best in the 23 class if he keeps developing his game.
Meechie White Meechie White 6'3" | CG Male | 2023 State KY , F.O.C.U.S. Select – A big time athlete who plays above the rim, White has a chance to be a MM+ D1 prospect if he can bulk up some and continue improving as a shooter. He has all the physical tools.
John Mccrear John Mccrear 6'8" | PF Woodfard | 2023 State #219 Nation KY , Griffin Elite Rogers – A recent import to the state, 6’9 McCrear has put on a show so far this spring and will be going up against top level athletes all weekend with a chance to boost his stock.
Dallas Roberts Dallas Roberts 6'1" | PG North Oldham | 2023 State KY , Griffin Elite Rogers – One of the best scorers in the class, Roberts is shifty with the ball and a knockdown shooter. He’ll need to be at his best for Griffin Rogers to win very many games this weekend.
Teagan Moore Teagan Moore 6'4" | SF Owen County | 2023 State KY , Griffin Elite Hardewig – Moore has scored a lot of points this AAU season and that’s unlikely to change soon. The big wing is versatile and a better athlete than he gets credit for.
2024:
Vincent Dawson III Vincent Dawson III 6'5" | SG Great Crossing | 2025 State #327 Nation KY , Griffin Elite – The Great Crossing guard is a sniper from long range. Looking at the schedule, Griffin is the only 2024 team in the event. Dawson can push the break with the ball in his hands and finishes well at the rim.