My next highlighted game of the WI Playmakers Ball Till You Fall Showcase was a fun matchup between the Midwest Renegades P32 and Hoop Habits 17U. From the opening tip, both teams brought energy, toughness, and a competitive edge that made this one entertaining from start to finish.
In a high-scoring first half, the Renegades found themselves in a tremendous rhythm and raced out to a 43-33 halftime lead. Leading the charge was #22 @Nick_brzezniak, who combined size, skill, and strength to create matchup problems all over the floor. Whether he was scoring around the basket, attacking defenders, or battling on the boards, he seemed to make an impact every time down the floor. For Hoop Habits, it was #12 @McpipeRy doing everything he could to keep his team within striking distance. He exploded for 20 first-half points and carried much of the offensive load as his team searched for answers.
The second half turned into a battle of wills as Hoop Habits made push after push in an attempt to erase the deficit. Every time it looked like the Renegades might create breathing room, Hoop Habits answered with another run. Both teams brought heart, toughness, and grit, refusing to back down as the intensity continued to rise throughout the final two quarters.
In the end, the Renegades were simply more determined not to let this one slip away. They stayed composed, made key plays when it mattered most, and held on for a hard-fought 69-65 victory. The Renegades were led by #22 @Nick_brzezniak, who finished with 21 points and was a constant problem for the defense throughout the game. Teammate #10 @TroyJarrett.10 added 16 points and came up huge down the stretch with several timely plays that helped seal the win.
Hoop Habits was led by the spectacular play of #12 @RylanMcPipe, who finished with a game-high 29 points while adding 4 assists. Time and time again, he answered the call, keeping his team in striking distance and making this one a battle until the final buzzer.
Landon Mays - @renegade_club 27
(Marian Catholic)
Physical and skilled made some nice plays attacking the basket, he gets in the lane lowered his head and moves defenders back then scores over them. Hit a three also before the game over.
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Nick Brzezniak - @renegade_club 2027 (LW Central)
Has hit two big threes to open uo the lead for his team. Mobile forward at 6'7. Solid on the glass even pushed the break a few times.
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6'6 Forward Landon Mays (2027) had a great showing up at @ROCKSpringClass this previous weekend... He displayed his ability to create for himself and others out of the low/mid post area. Also knocked down some 3s and rebounded at a high level!
Ton of size from this @WolvesILL 16U front court who have also been making plenty of plays to have them have double digits early. 6’7 Kyler Payne is a 2028 to know plus they also have 6’8 Jake Tripp, 6’11 Cole Jansons, & 6’7 Daniel Salkauskas. @ny2lasports#NY2LASND