Hustle in the Sun: 2023 Sleepers
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The Prep Hoops Circuit was back in town this weekend for the Hustle in the Sun at Inspire Court in Gilbert, AZ. There were 65 teams from the 15-17U levels. I probably saw the least of the 16U division this past…
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Continue ReadingThe Prep Hoops Circuit was back in town this weekend for the Hustle in the Sun at Inspire Court in Gilbert, AZ. There were 65 teams from the 15-17U levels.
I probably saw the least of the 16U division this past weekend but found some sleepers.
Here were some of the 2023 sleepers:
Brayden Gant Brayden Gant 6'5" | SF Phhoenix Prep | 2024 State AZ (AZ Junior Ballers 2022 Black) (Pictured)
-A bigger guard/wing with a good length and a nice frame. He probably grew 3 inches and added 30 lbs of muscle since the beginning of freshman year. He is shooting the ball better and still takes long strides to get to the cup. He has the floater game and can crossover into a pull-up from mid-range. He rebounds and blocks shots at a good rate for his size.
Chris Parra Chris Parra 6'0" | PG Atrisco Heritage | 2023 State NM (ABC New Mexico 2023)
-One of the better “pure PG’s’ in 16U, who is constantly surveying the scene. He is a good advance passer, he has a nice handle and can drive and kick it to a shooter. He has real range on his 3pt shot and plays the game from the neck up. He can pull-up off the dribble from mid-range and truly runs the offense for his team.
Sean Alter Sean Alter 6'9" | PF Volcano Vista | 2023 State NM (ABC New Mexico 2023)
-One of the big sleepers of the 16U division. He is currently un-ranked, but will definitely be in the next Prep Hoops NM update. He is extremely athletic and plays way above the rim. He is mostly a rim runner and brings high energy to rebound and runs the floor well. He has a good frame and his upside is obvious.
Corbin Garver Corbin Garver 6'3" | CG Air Academy | 2023 State CO (PLUTO Prospects 2023)
-An active wing plays a smart game to score it many ways. He can hit the catch-3, cuts without the ball, runs the floor for layups and gets on the glass for put backs. He takes long strides into the lane and can score around the hoop with reverse layups and hook shots.
Gavin Hershberger Gavin Hershberger 5'9" | PG Rock Canyon | 2023 State CO (PLUTO Prospects 2023)
-One of the top shooters in the 16U division can also sling it impressively to teammates. He made one full court pass on a dime to a running teammate perfectly in stride. He can make passes with either hand and shoot it with the best of them. He is mostly a catch 3pt shooter but he did do one crossover into a pull-up 3 while a defender draped over him. He is smaller but his shooting, tighter handle, toughness and passing translate.
Grant Featherston Grant Featherston 6'5" | PF Air Academy | 2023 State CO (PLUTO Prospects 2023)
-A versatile power forward can post you up plus extend out to the stripe. He is best inside with multiple counter moves and is very patient in the post. He rebounds well in his area and plays the game with a high IQ. He doesn’t force bad shots and sets good screens.