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The breakout grassroots season of 2028 PG Kale Graff continues even against an EYBL team in a win. Such a well-rounded game with his ability to create for others, consistently hit the 3, rebound & finish vs size, score on the attack. @wilegends @ny2lasports

This has become an annual tweet that ruffles some feathers, but I think it is important and (hopefully/potentially) educational. Indiana has 13 teams at the 17u level heading to Texas this weekend for the live period. Several others are traveling outside of the “general area” as well. Most, if not all, are full of GOOD small college prospects. At BEST the trip is largely unnecessary. At worst it is completely counterproductive to the recruitment of the players. As a general rule, exposure is NOT an issue so I’ve probably backed off the severity of my take a little bit (other than circling back to the trip/cost being unnecessary). The unfortunate situation that “we” have found ourself in is that in order for a team to get good players they “NEED” to be on a circuit. However, outside of maybe 4-5 teams a year, I would recommend the other 40+ teams to not play on a circuit at all. You end up traveling AWAY from the coaches who WANT to see you.