Indiana Top 80 Evaluations
Team 1
Coach: Steve Lynch
#2: 5’8 ’21 Chuck Worsham (Adams HS, South Bend, IN)
Starting things off, we look at a player with a lot of speeds and the ability to command the court, Chuck Worsham. Offensively, he has the ability to hit mid-range jump shot or attack the rim. He was able to get his teammates involved early and often. Defensively, he was a strong on and off-ball defender who made his opponents earn it. Next in his development is improving his ability to catch and shoot. Coach Lynch on Worsham: “Chuck is quick guard with a good attacking mentality. He is really fast with the ball and created several opportunities for his teammates. He was much better in the open floor but was solid in the half-court when attacking. He has a solid jump shot and made several 15’ range shots.” Worsham will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his senior season.
#20: 6’0 ’20 Jake Friel (Hebron HS, Hebron, IN)
Next, we look at a player that really excelled at both the offensive and defensive end of the court throughout camp, Jake Friel. He’s a smart guard prospect that showed the ability to be a floor general. Offensively, he showed the the ability to score all three levels in an efficient manner. Defensively, he was able to keep everything in front of him and prevented any easy baskets. Coach Lynch on Friel: “Jake was an absolute pleasure to coach. He played with great effort and energy. He made a lot of plays at both ends of the court. He made sound decisions and has a solid skillset. He ran the floor and shared the ball, making the right play on offense. He competed at a high level all day.” Friel has a well-rounded skillset and will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his junior season as he continues to develop.
#22: 6’0 ’19 Wyatt Felling (Triton Central HS, Fairland, IN)
Moving onto a player that brought the energy at the offensive end of the court, Wyatt Felling. Offensively, he showed the ability to initiate the offense and was effective with the ball in his hand. He showed the ability to hit shots from three-point range and was also able to finish through contact at the rim. Defensively, he was a solid on-ball defender who forced the ball out of his opponent’s hand with great pressure. Coach Lynch on Felling: “Wyatt is a quick guard with a good offensive skillset. He played better as the day went on. He is scoring minded and when he played within himself, he really scored the ball effectively. He was good to converse with and had a positive attitude. He got better pressuring the ball defensively and adapted well offensively to the physical play.” Felling showcased his ability to put the ball in the basket and will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his senior season.
#42:6’3 ’20 Rowen Farrell (McCutcheon HS, Lafayette, IN)
Continuing onto a player with a blossoming skillset on both ends of the floor, Rowen Farrell. Offensively, Farrell was able to run the offense with great pace and movement of the ball. His ability to take and make shots made him a threat every time he caught the ball. Defensively, he was able to get great pressure on the ball, preventing opponents from getting easy looks. Coach Lynch on Farrell: “Rowen was a very solid player. He plays with great energy and has a good skillset. He shared the ball and created opportunities for his teammates. He finished really well at the rim and is able to hit shots. He made sure that he was in the right position at the defensive end of the court.” Farrell will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his junior season.
#43:6’3 ’19 Xavier Hines (Noblesville HS, Noblesville, IN)
Next, we look at a player that was able to make very solid two-way contributions during his time at camp, Xavier Hines. Offensively, Hines showed the ability to score at all three levels with great shot mechanics. His ability to rebound the ball provided several second chance opportunities for both Xavier and his teammates. Defensively, Xavier was extremely solid. He kept everything in front and did not give an inch. Coach Lynch on Hines: “Xavier is a good, strong player. He played hard and has a solid skillset. He made several three’s and can stretch the floor to 22’+. He is a solid athlete and can play physical basketball. He guarded solid and was hard to get around at the defensive end of the court. He showed the ability to rebound the ball at a very high level.” Hines showed that he is hardly one to be outworked and this earned him the title of Indy Top 80’s “Mr. Station”.
#62: 6’6 ’19 Brandon Vernon (Zionsville HS, Zionsville, IN)
Moving onto a player with a pretty impressive combination of ability at the offensive and defensive ends of the court, Brandon Vernon. Offensively, he showed the ability to stretch the floor and score efficiently in the post with his back to the basket. Defensively, he was strong in the post, forcing opponents to finish over his size/length. Next in his development process is working to improve his ability to run the floor in transition at the offensive end. Coach Lynch on Vernon: “Brandon has a very nice skillset. He is a capable shooter with good form who passed the ball extremely well. He a a big body and rebounded well throughout the day He played very under control and made a variety of shots and plays at the offensive end of the court.” Heidbreder has a well-rounded game and will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his sophomore season.
#64: 6’6 ’19 Max Pickel (North Putnam HS, Roachdale, IN)
Continuing onto a developing wing that possesses the versatility to play both sides of the ball, Max Pickel. He’s a pretty intriguing wing prospect with nice size to pair with his length. Offensively, he is a developing scorer from outside, but can hit shots from fifteen to eighteen feet. His ability to rebound the ball at his position makes him a valuable asset at both ends of the court. Next in his development is continuing to improve on his ability to finish through contact at the rim and being strong with the ball. Coach Lynch on Pickel: “Max is a long and lanky athlete. He showed off his solid skillset. He has a great understanding of the game. He played with more physicality as the day went on and he got more comfortable.” Pickel has a solid understanding of the game and as his finishing ability improves, he will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his senior season.
#73: 6’9 ’21 Langdon Hatton (North Harrison HS, Georgetown, IN)
Next, we look a developing prospect at both the offensive and defensive ends of the court, Langdon Hatton. He is a lanky offensive prospect who showed the ability to score from all three-levels. He was able to find the open man out of the post, making solid cross-court passes. Defensively, he forced opponents to finish over his size and length. Next in his development will be continued improvement on his finishing ability at the rim. This should come naturally as he continues to develop and put on weight. Coach Lynch on Hatton: “Langdon has a really good touch and shared the ball really well. He rebounded out of his area well. He has the ability to be a great stretch 4 at the next level. He has good moves in the post. He will be one to watch develop over the next few years.” Hatton will be one to keep an eye on heading in to his sophomore season.