The 2025 Midwest Clash tipped off in Chesterfield, Missouri on Sunday and the action was fast and furious throughout the second day. A number of top programs from all different circuits and states converged at the Chesterfield Sports Complex for a weekend filled with high level hoops. MADE breaks down some of the top storylines from day two.
Brad Beal Elite Has the Pieces to Contend
The EYBL will be a tough race to the top over the next few months, as it is every other AAU season. While they haven’t been quite as talked about as some of their counterparts, this group has the pieces to win Peach Jam this season. The defensive versatility that players with Sheek Pearson, JJ Andrews and Jaylan Mitchell afford them makes them a dangerous group that can attack defensively. Trey Pearson is about as steady a point guard as you can find on the EYBL this season, and the bench unit brought a ton of energy on Sunday. Don’t be surprised if this team is in the thick of things in July.
Akins’ Ascension Continues
Sophomore wing forward Trelly Akins is up to 6-foot-6 and closing on 6-foot-7 with the ability to play on the perimeter or around the basket. A relatively new name to emerge in recent months, Akins’ length, scoring ability off the dribble, and shooting are just as intriguing as his motor and athleticism. Once he puts it all together, look out.
Don’t Sleep On the Midwest Spartans
A 2-2 weekend could have very easily been 3-1 if not for a one point loss to Midwest Stampede on Saturday afternoon. They closed out their weekend with a victory and look very much ready to compete at DMV Live in just two short weeks. Wings Sam Seawright and Jay Young are 2026s small colleges would be wise to get eyes on in Baltimore.
417 Premier Closes Sunday Strong
Guards Connor Schooler and Jordan Starks were amongst the group that came out of the gates strong on Sunday as 417 Premier knocked off Family First and 618 Elite by an average of 18 points a game. It finished off what would be a perfect 4-0 record on the weekend. It will be interesting to see what the Southwestern Missouri group does with the rest of the AAU season.
Quentin Coleman Is One to Track
Things have been moving quickly for Principia (MO) guard Quentin Coleman, who picked up his first division one offer from Austin Peay late into January and then his first power five offer when Arizona State would offer just two months later. A springy 6-foot-3 guard who gets off the floor quickly, defends at a high level, and creates his own shot, it’s understandable that college programs are starting to key in on the Brad Beal Elite guard. Every year, a number of prospects use the Spring to take their games and recruitment to an entirely different level, and Coleman could be one of those players this season.
