Five things on five players without D1 offers from the class of 2022.  One other thing these five have in common, they were each outstanding in either the IBCA Top 100, the Charlie Hughes Shootout or both.

Richard Brooks, 6'4" small forward; Mishawaka (Marian)

  • Improved outside shooting.  Showing consistency at the 3pt line the last two weeks with quicker and more refined shot mechanics.
  • Long shown the ability to drive, especially from mid range, straight line and finish.  Brooks showed the ability to change in traffic.  In the past, he had issues dealing with help or rotations.  Better ball handling helps, but so does more patience as he gets into traffic.
  • Willing defender, approaching being a +defender.  The plus comes from maturing into the ability to guard both forward spots, as well as not getting blown by on smaller matchups, via switches or rotations.
  • Physical on both ends, always part of his game too.  He rebounds his position.
  • Arguably the best player without any reported offers, and it's perplexing.  

Travis Grayson, 5'10" point guard; Chesterton

  • The elephant in the room.  Not sure anyone outside of Chesterton has seen him shoot from range.  At least three coaches brought it up the past two weekends.
    • Coach Urban has stated that Grayson is a good shooter, and he would know.  
  • Excellent getting downhill, even without the benefit of a ball screen or DHO.  Shot first off penetration, which isn't necessarily a criticism. 
    • Would like to see him with a rim run big to pair in ball screen action, as well as see how he reads back action in those situations. 
  • Size is an issue on defense, as he can be scored over.  Getting to a spot vs. Grayson is another issue.  He's not afraid to get into his defender.  
  • OFFERS:  IU-South Bend and Trinity Christian.  Seems like there will be more to come, and that D2's should definitely be involved.  A LM's which don't see an issue with him defensively should also be involved.

Aaron Humphrey, 6'5" power forward; Indianapolis (Tindley)

  • Developing perimeter skills that keep improving and expanding.  His transition from purely a post player to a combo forward who is a threat inside and out is now a thing.  
  • Still a secondary 3pt threat (meaning second cutter or back action catches off screens), but defenders can no longer just close out short on him.
  • Early in his perimeter development looked to drive, often trying to back down his defender, with mixed success, typically not feeling help defenders.  Improved ball handling and the confidence to attack downhill has made him much effective.  There his strength becomes an asset, and he shoots FT's well.
  • Questions about what level he can guard 4's is what's left.  He's willing defender who is improving his awareness off the ball.  Definitely a good rebounder. 
  • OFFERS:  Trinity Christian.  Multiple D1's were watching and impressed with his play over the weekend, and Humphrey turned a lot of heads at all levels.  Those who feel he can guard 4's in their league should definitely hop on board.  Likely strong enough to handle switches on to 5's, quick enough on switches over to traditional 3's.

Brandon Rayzer-Moore, 6'4" shooting guard; Jeffersonville

  • A +3pt shooter, Rayzer-Moore also possesses an old school mid-range game, even going off glass multiple times.  (It looked planned.)  He has variety in his finishes too at the rim.
  • When he's run off the 3pt line, he gets to a lot of different shots in one dribble.  This efficiency is an improvement from the school season, when it seemed like he was often trying to make simple plays tougher or spectacular.
    • He still gets to the rim, but it's with more understanding of pace. 
  • He's outstanding in transition, even comfortable pulling up off the dribble.  He also spent possessions initiating offense, so he's a threat at any pace.  Good sharp cutting, he's shot ready when the ball finds him again.
  • Improving defensively, but it's lagged behind his offense.  Definitely more willing than in the past, and he has the physical tools, including length, to be an able defender.  
  • No reported offers.  Like a lot of kids, it's at what level he can guard his position -- wing -- and it's where he can guard most 2's that he'll maximize his recruiting.  D2 seems to be his floor.

Joe Reidy, 6'6" power forward; Woodburn (Woodlan)

  • Super aggressive and more confident in getting downhill.  He's still under control.  An excellent FT shooter, that becomes a definite weapon.
    • Not a shot creator off the dribble, but patient if his path to the basket shuts down.
  • His outside shot was a weapon last summer, if not sooner.  That's only gotten better, with his range getting deeper.
    • Low post threat too vs. equally sized matchups or mismatches. 
  • The ball never sticks with him, and he's excellent in any type of screening action.  Short roll candidate or pop guy off ball screens, and he can function as primary or secondary cutters screens off the ball.  
  • Works on defense.  Willing defender for sure.  Good rebounder and hunts down long rebounds on the offensive end. 
  • OFFERS:  Indiana Tech, Madonna and St. Francis.  If you're a LM or D2, definitely worth a look as a versatile scoring PF.  He won't hurt you on defense, especially as he gets stronger.  He'll be a great pickup for Crossroads League teams, and equally talented NAIA programs, but his offense could push him a bit higher.

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