I was out in Northbrook over the weekend for a camp organized by Franklin Orange featuring several other trainers from the area. For the younger group of the day, here are some of the standouts.
Ayden Kolososki | 5’11 SG | Glenbrook North | 2029
Kolososki showed a good skill level for his age and a promising release from the perimeter. He has a good-looking stroke with enough range to stretch the floor, while his pull-up game also showed some potential. He can score without the ball and has enough athleticism to create opportunities in different ways.
His projectable length gives him another tool to work with as he develops. Kolososki has a good base of perimeter skill and physical tools, and continued growth should open up more opportunities for him as a sophomore.
Danny Orchard | 5’10 SG | Glenbrook North | 2030
Orchard put together a strong showing throughout the camp, displaying good skill and feel for the game. He has a clean shot, can space the floor, and showed the ability to create pull-ups when given opportunities. Around the basket, he demonstrated some counters and good reactions when defenders took away his initial option.
There is plenty of physical development still ahead, but Orchard already has a good offensive package to work with. His feel, shooting ability, and ability to make plays around the rim give him several areas to build on as he continues to add strength.
Adam Murokh | 6’0 SF | Loyola | 2030
Murokh has a strong build for his age and showed a willingness to play through contact. He shot the ball well and has the potential to develop into a stretch forward as his perimeter skill continues to develop. He also showed some ability to use his size against smaller defenders and flashed good footwork around the basket.
Rebounding was another positive, as Murokh consistently secured his area and showed the ability to push the ball a bit after grabbing it. His physical tools and developing skill set make him an interesting young forward to monitor.
Rigby Martin | 5’9 PG/SG | New Trier | 2030
Martin showed a smooth offensive game and appears to have plenty of room to grow physically. He was willing to attack closeouts and showed some twitch with the ball when creating advantages. His shooting mechanics also looked good, with enough range to keep defenders honest.
As Martin continues to develop physically, his existing skill should give him plenty to work with. The combination of shooting, ball skills, and willingness to attack makes him an intriguing young guard.
Marty Kaplan | 5’8 PG/SG | Glenbrook North | 2030
Kaplan brought a scrappy approach to the game and consistently competed for possessions. He showed the ability to knock down catch-and-shoot opportunities while also becoming more aggressive offensively during stretches of the game. His handle was good enough to allow him to collapse the defense, and he showed some touch when finishing around the basket.
The competitive edge was particularly noticeable. Kaplan hustled for loose balls and stayed active throughout the scrimmages. He upped the defensive activity at times and was energetic throughout the camp.
Crosby Berman | 5’10 SG | Glenbrook North | 2030
Berman showed a smooth offensive game and good understanding for playing within an offense. His clean shooting stroke gives him some floor-spacing appeal down the line, while his length suggests room for continued physical development. He also moved well without the ball and consistently seemed to understand where he needed to be offensively.
Confidence in his decision-making was another positive. Berman played comfortably alongside other players, made good choices with the ball, and showed the ability to contribute without needing to dominate possessions. There is a good baseline of IQ and skill here for him to develop into a quality guard.
Patrick Clark | 6’0 SF | York | 2030
Clark looked comfortable as a catch-and-shoot threat. He spaced the floor well, consistently had his hands and feet ready to shoot, and appeared comfortable letting the ball go when opportunities presented themselves.
His lanky frame also suggests there could be additional physical growth ahead. If Clark continues to add strength while developing his all-around game, he should be a quality player for the Dukes.
Ryan Yazdan | 5’9 PG | Glenbrook North | 2030
Yazdan was one of the more dynamic young guards at the event. He consistently found ways to get downhill, using his shiftiness and quickness to reach the rim while showing no hesitation about playing through contact. He can also knock down shots both off the catch and off the dribble, with his elevation on pull-ups standing out.
There is a lot of natural talent in his offensive game. Yazdan’s quick hands also allowed him to create some disruption defensively, giving him another avenue to impact the game. His combination of burst, shot-making, and creativity gives him noteworthy upside as an on-ball guard
Jack Lentz | 5’9 SG | Evanston | 2031
Lentz showed promising shooting mechanics with some range for his age. He also demonstrated a good understanding of how to play without the basketball, making purposeful cuts and moving into open space rather than standing on the perimeter.
He was willing to push the ball in transition and showed a willingness to make plays within the flow of the game. With continued physical and skill development, Lentz has the makings of a solid young guard.
Noah Vasquez | 5’5 PG | Brother Rice | 2030
Vasquez brought plenty of energy to the point guard position. He was quick and active defensively while showing good ball-handling ability and enough shiftiness to create advantages off the dribble. Around the basket, he displayed some creativity when finding ways to finish.
His activity level was a consistent positive. Vasquez played with energy on both ends and showed the type of competitiveness that can make him a disruptive young guard as his game develops.
Matthew Soto | 5’9 PG | Niles North | 2031
Soto showed a strong competitive edge and some maturity with his feel for the game. He has a solid motor and does a good job getting downhill from the wing, where he was not afraid to absorb contact and finish through traffic. His craftiness around the basket stood out for a player his age.
He also showed some passing ability and early defensive instincts, throwing it ahead in transition and sliding well on initial moves. Soto has the toughness and foundational skill to develop into a productive high school guard as his physical and perimeter game continues to mature.