2023 Player Recruiting Update (pt 2)

<p style="text-align: left;">The 2023 class in the state of Washington is filled with talent all over. In this article, we will again catch up on some of 2023 players about their recruiting journeys, what they are excel at on the court, and what they are looking to improve.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1391705" first="Maverick" last="Sanders"] -Mt Spokane HS</p> <p>Are you playing AAU this summer? If so, who are you playing AAU for this summer? How do you think that will benefit you playing throughout the summer?</p> <p>-Yes I am playing AAU this summer. I am playing for Hooptown Elite 17u. I think it will benefit me because I get to play players and teams from across the country and see highly skilled players and it will be good for me to gain that experience.</p> <p>What are some things that stand out about your game?</p> <p>-Some things in my game that makes me stand out is my hustle, I will Always dive on the loose balls and get extra rebounds. Another thing that makes me stand out as a player is my ability to finish down low and in traffic.</p> <p>What are you looking for in a school?</p> <p>-What I’m looking in for a school is a school that fits my style of play and wants me there.</p> <p>Have you been in contact with any coaches/schools?</p> <p>-I have been in contact with a few colleges such as Portland, Eastern Washington, Cal San Diego, Air Force, Dartmouth, and Columbia University.</p> <p>What do you want to improve on most in your game before the next level?</p> <p>-What I want to improve in preparation for the next level is being able to knock down that outside shot consistently and being extremely comfortable with handling the ball up top.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1371803" first="Brady" last="Kageyama"] -Bellevue HS</p> <p>Are you playing AAU this summer? If so, who are you playing AAU for this summer? How do you think that will benefit you playing throughout the summer?</p> <p>-I’m playing for LocalHoops this spring and summer. We are traveling across the country multiple times, which will help maximize my exposure to schools.</p> <p>What are some things that stand out about your game? Things that coaches can see and know you excel at</p> <p>-I think one thing that sticks out about my game is my ability to handle the ball and create off the dribble. I feel like I handle hall pressure well and I am confident in getting past my defender. I also am able to get in to my midrange pull-up jumper off the dribble too.</p> <p>What are you looking for in a school?</p> <p>-I am looking for a school that is both competitive athletically and academically.</p> <p>Have you been in contact with any coaches/schools?</p> <p>-I have been in contact with many high-academic d3 schools. I have talked to coaches at Pomona, Claremont McKenna, and Bowdoin.</p> <p>What do you want to improve on most in your game before the next level?</p> <p>-I want to make sure that my shooting form is consistent. I’ve recently been adjusting my shooting technique, so I want to get it down before the next level.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> [caption id="attachment_1457704" align="alignleft" width="300"]<a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/EB33A3A1-046B-40FE-8085-CFD236A482B1.jpeg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1457704" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2022/05/EB33A3A1-046B-40FE-8085-CFD236A482B1-300x300.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="300" /></a> Photo: S. Carter, <a href="https://twitter.com/scactionimages?s=21&amp;t=JhEaUnVk67_QRzGnbxn3lg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SCActionImages</a>[/caption] <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1270840" first="Luke" last="Navarre"] -Zillah HS</p> <p>Are you playing AAU this summer? If so, who are you playing AAU for this summer? How do you think that will benefit you playing throughout the summer?</p> <p>-I am playing AAU for Hooptown Elite and this will benefit me because of the great coaching staff, winning culture, and great encouraging teammates.</p> <p>What are some things that stand out about your game? Things that coaches can see and know you excel at</p> <p>-I am a great 3 point shooter and a very efficient scorer who can score from deep, finishing, and above the rim.</p> <p>What are you looking for in a school?</p> <p>-I am looking for a school that offers a winning experience with a good culture and good academics.</p> <p>Have you been in contact with any coaches/schools?</p> <p>-I have been in contact with a few schools ranging from D3 to D1, specifically, University of Puget Sound, Western Washington University, Central Washington University, and Oregon State.</p> <p>What do you want to improve on most in your game before the next level?</p> <p>-I most want to improve my physical strength as I feel it is my biggest weakness currently.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="923111" first="Miles" last="Gurske"] -Timberline HS</p> <p>Are you playing AAU this summer? If so, who are you playing AAU for this summer? How do you think that will benefit you playing throughout the summer?</p> <p>-I’m currently not playing for an AAU team. I’m focused on individual progression as of right now.</p> <p>What are some things that stand out about your game? Things that coaches can see and know you excel at</p> <p>-My ability to shoot, make plays for others and play both ends of the court.</p> <p>What are you looking for in a school?</p> <p>-A place where I can showcase my skill set. A coach with a winning mentality but also a coach that makes sure his team is disciplined.</p> <p>Have you been in contact with any coaches/schools?</p> <p>-I have not been in contact with many coaches lately, I’ve heard from a few local D2 schools but I’m trusting the process and betting on myself.</p> <p>What do you want to improve on most in your game before the next level?</p> <p>-Areas I believe I need more improvement are leadership, mid-range area and also finishing through contact.</p> <p>Are you working out anywhere specific or with anyone for your individual parts of your game you want to improve on?</p> <p>-Mainly my father and my personal trainer that helps with my body. I will be in the gym this summer with Chris Hyppa.</p> [caption id="attachment_1340688" align="alignleft" width="238"]<a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/12/Screen-Shot-2021-12-04-at-2.04.42-PM.png"><img class="size-medium wp-image-1340688" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/12/Screen-Shot-2021-12-04-at-2.04.42-PM-238x300.png" alt="" width="238" height="300" /></a> Photo: Andre Waymond 2127 Media[/caption]