Proving Grounds: 2023 Forwards
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The Proving Grounds series is back as we look towards those players who took big leaps, got hot at the end, stock risers, or new names in the position groups throughout the classes who can really put stamp on their…
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Continue ReadingThe Proving Grounds series is back as we look towards those players who took big leaps, got hot at the end, stock risers, or new names in the position groups throughout the classes who can really put stamp on their big time play over the high school season with big springs and summers on the grassroots circuit.
Ryan Kuckelman Ryan Kuckelman 6'6" | PF Macksville | 2023 State KS , 6’6 F, Macksville: After helping lead his squad to a nice state run, Kuckelman will have the ability to put his size, length, and strong inside play to the test on the grassroots scene where he will match up with a lot more of that similar size to his. Tough post player, brings a presence to both ends, can rebound it, and nice touch off the glass.
Dylan Werth Dylan Werth 6'7" | PF Hays-Tmp | 2023 State KS , 6’7 F, Hays TMP: A super long and athletic forward who was very influential in ball games this year blocking shots, cleaning up both glasses, finishing in the paint, and getting out and running the floor and putting a lot of pressure on the opposition to keep him away from the rim. Werth is very active on both ends of the floor and has a great understanding of positioning on the floor.
Aiden Sullivan Aiden Sullivan 6'8" | PF Olathe Northwest | 2023 State KS , 6’8 F, Olathe Northwest: A springy and powerful 4 man that can play the 5 as well. Is super efficient scoring the ball highlighted with a breakout performance where he went perfect from the field and scored 38 points. Can score it from a variety of angles and with either hand while also being explosive enough to catch and finish at and above the rim with power. Could be a big stock rising season for the 2023 F.
Davis Rokey, 6’6 F, Sabetha: A very surprising player this year in the Big 7 conference. Has great length and is quick moving, Rokey was very impactful for Sabetha this year and gave them a much needed “4 man” presence on a roster loaded with good guards. Rokey can step out and knock down pop 3’s off the catch from both corners and the wings. A good shot blocker and walls up well on defense, going against some top quality posts in the grassroots season will do him wonders.
Jace Peerman, 6’3 F, Russell: A great complimentary piece this high school season. Peerman is a tough and versatile forward player that I hope we get to see on the grassroots scene where he can really expand his versatility on the floor. A really good rebounder and efficient scorer and does almost all his work in and around the painted area.
Landon Braun, 6’7 F, BVNW: Super athletic forward who has a chance to really show off the explosiveness, improved hands, and college potential on the grassroots scene. He is a big time screener, rolls hard to the rim, can catch passes high or low, and finish with both hands or dunk the ball in traffic. Gets great positioning on the glass and can grab boards and get to quick outlet passes to start the break.