Rumble In The Rapids: Matchups To Watch Part 2

Yesterday we looked at some potentially intriguing player matchups at Rumble In The Rapids in Grand Rapids this weekend. https://www.prephoops.com/2022/05/rumble-in-the-rapids-matchups-to-watch/?conversions=no Since there is so much talent at the event this weekend, we decided that we should look at a few more interesting potential matchups. Donte Mays Jr.  (2023, G, CCB 2023, Bowsher, OH) vs. Michael Myles (2024, G, Supreme Elite 2023, Redford Union, MI) 5/22 at 8AM Mays Jr. is a speedy guard that likes to control the pace of the game. He’s a slippery ball handler that’s tough to stay in front of. Meanwhile, Myles is a full court defender that brings a ton of energy to the floor. I’d love to see these 2 go at it on Sunday at Rumble In The Rapids. Caleb Glaser Caleb Glaser 6'7" | SF Appleton East | 2023 State WI (2023, F, Wisconsin Crusaders 2023 Premier, Appleton East, WI) vs. Hutch Ward Hutch Ward 6'8" | PF Kalamazoo Central | 2023 State MI (2023, F, Michigan Cagers 2023, Kalamazoo Central, MI) 5/22 at 8AM Both of these players can effectively stretch the defense from a forward position. Ward has also developed into a good above the rim finisher. Glaser has a feel for when his opponent is going to put up a shot and does a nice job contesting in the paint. Can he limit Ward and his polished finishing ability under the rim? Ron Johnson (2024, G, CTM Elite Red 16u, Fraser, MI) vs. Shane Rykse Shane Rykse 6'0" | CG Schoolcraft | 2024 State MI (2024, G, United Persuit 2024, Schoolcraft, MI) 5/21 at 5:45PM These are 2 players that bring a lot of excitement to the floor. Johnson and Rykse are both dynamic offensive performers that can put up points in bunches. If one of these players can put the clamps on the other, it could go a long way in determining the result. Tori Grooms (2025, G, Coast 2 Coast 2025, Uniontown, PA) vs. Leo Perettie Leo Perettie 5'10" | PG Grosse Pointe North | 2025 State MI (2025, G, Michigan Goonies 2025, Grosse Pointe North, MI) 5/22 at 8AM Grooms and Perettie is just a matchup between 2 very talented players that are playing really good basketball. Both are guards that can make plays and get buckets. This matchup would bring a lot of excitement to the gym.