Is Simeon Favored To Win Another Class 4A State Title?

Some folks would say Stevenson(Lincolnshire) is favored with Jalen Brunson the top player in the state and his running partner Conner Cashaw. Yes these teams played in February and Stevenson won. Yes Stevenson played well, but Simeon had a lot of young talent and more beat themselves with dumb turnovers. They will play again in the City Suburban Shootout in February 2015, it will be the matchup of the year in the State Of Illinois. Here's Simeon's roster: STARTERS: POINT GUARD- EVAN GILYARD(5'8" SOPHOMORE)-He will probably be the point guard on this years team, he will also be the key player to their state title hopes. All he has to do is take care of the ball, get the ball to the top scorers for Simeon, and play pressure defense on the ball. Easiest job and hardest job at the same time. SHOOTING GUARD- ZACK NORVELL JR(6'4" JUNIOR)-In some corners he is called the best junior in the state of Illinois, a deep long range three point shooter who can also slash to the basket. He also makes a good effort playing on the defensive end of the court. He can play the point in short stretches, they tried him full time last year and it did not work out. Look for him to be a top scorer on this years team. SMALL FORWARD-ISAIAH MOSS(6'5" SENIOR)-  Iowa commit, it  took him awhile to get adjusted to Simeon after transferring from Lincoln Way East last season(Jaylon Tate comes to mind here). He took a big step forward over the summer and became a big time Division 1 prospect. He's a good three point shooter and also can slash to the basket and finish strong. I think he moves into the starting lineup and becomes a leader in his senior season. POWER FORWARD-DJ WILLIAMS(6'7) SENIOR)-Illinois commit took his game to another level also this past summer. He always had it in him but was always too passive. He has become more assertive and is slashing to the basket stronger. Very good midrange shooter still needs to extend to 3 point range. Long and athletic can rebound well and is a good passer, can play point guard in a pinch. CENTER-ED MORROW(6'7" SENIOR)- Nebraska commit is a big time energy player on both ends of the court, a dunking machine even though he's undersized. His motor is nonstop and has developed a midrange jumper. He's a rebounding monster and will dunk on anyone. Look for him to be intimidating in the middle. BENCH: BEN COUPET JR(6'8" JUNIOR)-Has been maddenly inconsistent in his high school career, can be so much more. He did play with more consistency this past summer but not quite enough to keep his starting spot in my opinion. He is getting high Division 1 looks because he is talented with a lot of bounce and a good shooter out to three point range. Has to work on his ball handling to be a great wing player. Is it because he's not the first option and playing with talented players that he floats through games? Or is it that he's not an assertive player? I think we will see the best of him his senior year. FREDERICK SCOTT(6'7" SENIOR)-Sat out last year after transferring from Oak Hill Academy in Mouth Of Wilson,VA. He's a well built young man who can play inside, also has good ball handling and surprising agility for this girth. Good shooter out to the three point line, will help with depth off the bench. Also a Division 1 caliber player. JOSH THOMAS(6'2" JUNIOR)-This kid is very talented, great at slashing to the basket. Since he is so good at getting to the basket have not seen much of his outside shot. He is a good passer off the dribble but seems to play out of control at times. If he gained some control he could play some point guard for sure. I think that would be his college position. MARQUISE(KEZO) BROWN(6'0"FRESHMAN)-I think he will be the only freshman in the rotation. I was very impressed with his defense and defensive intensity when I saw him play this summer. He's a good slasher to the basket, he will get playing time just for his defense alone. He will have to develop a consistent three point shot to maximize his potential. He is a good midrange shooter and finishes well at the basket for a freshman. Also is a good passer. THERE ARE PROBABLY A COUPLE MORE PLAYERS I HAVE NOT THOUGHT ABOUT, BUT THIS TEAM IS TALENTED AND DEEP NEVERTHELESS. MY OPINION IS THEY WIN THEIR 5TH CLASS 4A TITLE IN 6 YEARS!!!!!!!! UNTIL NEXT TIME GOD BLESS AND PEACE TO THE CREATURES!!!!!!!!!!!!