Kenwood Academy (IL) Head Coach : mike Irvin 2021-22 Record: 25-9 Player Spotlight
Darrin “Dai Dai” Ames is a 6’1 lefty guard that is wired to score the basketball. He currently stands as the 51st ranked prospect in our rankings and will be the driving engine for Kenwood this season. The Kansas State commit controls the game with his pace and can really score from all three levels. Ames can pass the ball as well and get his teammates involved when needed. He averaged 19 points and five assists last season for Kenwood. Supporting Cast
Overview Kenwood put together undoubtedly the most talented and exciting team in their school’s history a year ago. After the departure of Trey Pettigrew and losing top sophomore wing Bryce Heard to Montverde and senior Davious Lowry to Donda Academy, Coach Mike Irvin and Kenwood will look to reload this year. The new look Broncos however, will return their most important piece, Kansas State commit Dai Dai Ames. With a four-star point guard in Ames, along with the combination of impact transfers and returning underclassmen from last season, Kenwood will be right back in the mix as one of the best teams in the state of Illinois and a more than interesting team to follow nationally.
Though the Broncos lost a lot in the offseason, they should be no pushover with incoming AZ Compass transfer Chris Riddle and the emergence of sophomore Aleks Alston and juniors Jaden Smith and Calvin Robins Jr. Riddle is a 6’5 explosive wing that will provide versatility on both ends of the floor. Alston is a 6’9 forward who is a knockdown shooter with a good feel for the game. Smith is a 6’10 center who will be the man inside for the Broncos. Robins is another elite athlete that is an excellent finisher in the paint. 2024 guard Isaiah Green will also be a heavy contributor for Kenwood. Green is a transfer from Hillcrest High School.
