2024s We Can’t Wait To See – Big School Forwards
Whether it was from getting a glimpse of them on the varsity as 9th graders, or from watching them on their summer teams, here are a few big school forwards from the 2024 class we can’t wait to see this…
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Continue ReadingWhether it was from getting a glimpse of them on the varsity as 9th graders, or from watching them on their summer teams, here are a few big school forwards from the 2024 class we can’t wait to see this fall:
Paul Bloomer, 6-foot-4 forward, Kapaun HS:
Kapaun is so loaded, it’s tough to get much playing time there. But one guy who shouldn’t be overlooked is Bloomer. He has a big, powerful frame that makes him tough inside as well as on the perimeter. He played up this summer with the Wichita Padres, yet stood out for his combination of skills. He is tough in the post and has a really nice face-up game. He hit a lot of jumpers on the dribble and on catch-and-shoot. It will be interesting to see if he can carve out a spot on the powerful varsity this year.
Shaun Cannady, 6-foot-3 forward, KC-Washington HS:
Cannady’s athleticism catches your eye instantly. He’s long and agile and can jump out of the gym. He has nice moves in the post and facing the basket in the lane. And he’s a terror on the boards and running the floor. He put up a relentless fight with the Cauley-Stein Elite club this summer, and should be conditioned for the high school battles this year. He got a taste of the varsity last year, so he knows what to expect.
Charlie Carroll, 6-foot-3 forward, Shawnee Mission East HS:
The Lancers lose a ton from last year and will need to fill some holes. Carroll showed a lot for the KC Spurs club this summer. He has a lot of versatility to dribble drive, catch and shoot, move without the ball, and post up. He rebounds and defends with his length and athleticism. Whatever the Lancers need on the front line or wing, Carroll will be a candidate to meet the need.
Mark Debiak, 6-foot-3 forward, Spring Hill HS:
Debiak battled older players by playing up with the KC Spurs this summer, and showed an advanced knowledge in the lane. He posts up with power, and has smooth moves. He showed that he can score in a variety of ways. Debiak is well-built for his ag and rebounds with energy and toughness. He played with a really up-tempo club, so he got used to running the floor and chasing down plays.
Blake Kilian Blake Kilian 6'6" | SF Blue Valley West | 2024 State KS , 6-foot-4 forward, Blue Valley West HS:
Killian caught a lot of eyes this summer for his advanced work for the KC Spurs. He’s a big, physically-developed 2024 who can overpower a lot of opposing forwards. He runs the floor and has good coordination, so he’s dangerous to catch and score on the move or chase down a rebound in transition. He moves well and is a threat to catch and shoot on the wing. He has the size and development to handle the high school rigors.