Justin Matcham

Standouts from Thanksgiving Hoopfest

Northeast, PRO16-NXT, Southeast, Southwest / Justin Matcham

Sam Ponder | 6’5 | F | 2026 | OWE | Calvary Baptist (SE)Sam Ponder stood out as a shooting forward with the size and physicality to make plays inside and outside the arc. He displayed his touch as a shooter, hitting contested shots off the catch, while also providing value as a strong interior […]

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Midwest 2026 & 2027 Watchlist PT.6

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Ray Brau | 6’7 | F | MN Fury | HibbingRay Brau is a force in the post, combining size and efficiency to dominate on the interior. His scoring touch around the basket and ability to draw double teams make him a consistent offensive threat. Brau also brings value as a rim protector and a

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MW 2026 & 2027 Spotlight PT.5

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Izaya Larthridge | 2026 | G | 6’5 | United Pursuit | GR Catholic CentralIzaya Larthridge is an efficient scorer and the offensive engine for his team. Known for his touch around the rim, Larthridge leverages his length on drives, often finishing with finesse using euro steps and floaters. His ability to capitalize on high-percentage

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FVV Showcase: 17u Standouts

Illinois, Midwest, PRO16-NXT / Justin Matcham

I was in Winnebago, Illinois on Saturday at Foundation Sports Performance to check out The FVV Showcase. It was a great opportunity to get eyes on the 15u, 16u, and 17u groups for Team FVV, one of last year’s top NXT programs on the PRO16/NXT circuit, before the grassroots season officially begins next week. These

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FVV Showcase: 15U/16U Standouts

Illinois, Midwest, PRO16-NXT / Justin Matcham

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Future Superstars All-Star Game Standouts

Illinois, Arizona, Game Evaluations, Midwest / Justin Matcham

I was in Bronzeville, Chicago on Saturday at Wendell Phillips High School to check out the Future Superstars All-Star Game. The game was full of talent, with a ton of the area’s top unsigned seniors attending and competing. These were the unsigned players who stood out the most.Calvin Worsham | Christ the King | 2024

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IHSA Finals: Top 2025+ Performers

Illinois, Game Evaluations, Midwest, Tournament Coverage / Justin Matcham

I was in Champaign, Illinois on Saturday at the State Farm Center for the final day of the high school basketball season. The 1A, 2A, 3A, and 4A state championship games were all played, and all four games had some huge standout performances. These were the players in the classes of 2025 and beyond who

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IHSA Finals: Top 2024 Performers

Midwest, Game Evaluations, Illinois, Tournament Coverage / Justin Matcham

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IHSA Semifinals: Friday’s Best Forwards/Bigs

Midwest, Game Evaluations, Illinois, Tournament Coverage / Justin Matcham

I was in Champaign, Illinois on Friday at the State Farm Center for both the 3A and 4A state semifinals games. Four competitive games were played and there were standout performers from all 8 teams, these were the forwards and bigs that stood out the most.Noah Cleveland | Normal Community | 2024 | Forward |

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IHSA Semifinals: Friday’s Best 2025/26 Guards

Midwest, Game Evaluations, Illinois, Tournament Coverage / Justin Matcham

I was in Champaign, Illinois on Friday at the State Farm Center for both the 3A and 4A state semifinals games. Four competitive games were played and there were standout performers from all 8 teams, these were the guards and wings in the classes of 2025 and 2026 that stood out the most.Cameron Thomas |

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