Northeast Recruiting Report

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Northeast Recruiting Report
Northeast Recruiting Report
Published by New England Basketball Services
Issue 9, Volume 9 - National Prep Showcase
*teams that we'll see again next month will be listed in a future report*
Coastal Academy (Belmar, NJ)
Head Coach: Ian Turnbull (cell: 848-565-1339; email: [email protected])
6-8
230
PF
2015
COMMITTED TO TOWSON - hybrid type forward never got going offensively but competed & rebounded.
Alex Thomas
6-5
220
G/F
2015 HM-/MM+ 903 Baker St, Allentown, PA 18103
609-559-1072
Tyler Kohl
Seen lots of this guy & this was by far worst performance in big atmosphere to date. Stocky wing that can typically facilitate or make shots was making all sorts of bad
decisions here & very TO prone. Some will make too much of this one performance, but there are few that can match his combination of skill & feel.
6-6
185
SF
2015 MM/MM- 47 Wessel Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610
203-526-6980
Isaac Vann
Long & smooth athlete, still best in transition, slasher not ball-handler gets TO prone after couple of bounces. Jumper looks better but still not consistent. Motor
historically inconsistent but looked fine here. Tools to be a good defender but never been a priority for him.
6-10
215
C/F
2015 LM+/LM 2008 W. 9th St, Chester, PA
267-678-4000
Adeolu Adesina
True big guy played sparingly but ran well, plenty physical, & good motor but still limited offensively & in terms of overall understanding/instincts for game on both ends.
210
G/F
2015 LM/D2
1312 W. Washington, South Bend, IN
574-229-0041
Traaveon Johnson 6-4
Solid athlete, good build, pretty bouncy but shot & understanding of game (on both ends) have to improve to be a D1 player.
6-3
160
G
2015 LM-/D2
47 Dix St, West Haven, CT
203-521-5287
Tahj Eddy
Has size/length, good shooting stroke, & ability to make plays in open floor but hunts shots & doesn't make good decisions with ball. Far more 2 than "combo" described.
Elev8 Sports Institute (Delray Beach, FL)
Head Coach: Chad Myers (school: 561-265-0280; cell: 540-904-3011; email: [email protected])
6-1
170
G
2015 COMMITTED TO OLE MISS - gutsy shot-maker will draw comparisons to poor man's Marshall Henderson.
JT Escobar
6-8
200
F
2015 COMMITTED TO RHODE ISLAND - long lefty combo-F shooting it better on perimeter.
Leroy Butts
6-0
165
G
2015 COMMITTED TO RADFORD - 3pt specialist has clear niche at next level.
Caleb Tanner
6-5
220
G
2015 HM
4349 NW 36 Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
470-244-2005 [email protected]
Kobie Eubanks
Went off for 37pts on Sat. Scores in all 3 ranges - very effective posting smaller guards, not a blow by driver but uses strong frame, changes direction well with ball in
traffic, & plays off 2 ft in lane. Better 3pt shooter than he showed this weekend (3-12) & excellent FT shooter. De-committed from Baylor following event.
6-4
190
SG
2015 MM+
2611 Myrtle Ave, NE, Washington, DC 20018
202-841-2314 [email protected]
Jamall Gregory
Explosive long/wiry lefty; has ton of bounce & plenty of quickness. Lot of personality with too much attitude at times. Highlight reel waiting to happen in open floor, super
aggressive defender - makes plays but fouls. Rep as non-shooter; didn't make 3 all weekend but tried couple from deep that didn't look terrible.
6-1
165
G
2015 MM
6807 Bretton Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46268
317-414-2418 [email protected]
Nick Rogers
Scoring G used to having complete freedom with ball in hands & struggling to adjust here. Benched for 2nd game after disappointing opener - 0pts, 0-6 FG (0-5 3pt) with
no toughness & bad body language. Probably type of guy who needs to go lever lower than talent dictates in order to play way he wants to play.
6-7
210
PF
2015 MM/LM 490 Dotterell Rd Delray Beach FL 33444
505-203-8043 [email protected]
TJ Holyfield
Long & intriguing 4 with untapped upside. Athletic & fluid with naturally soft soft - made FT's & tried a 3 that looked ok in rhythm. Just starting to fill frame out & needs to
be more engaged on glass. Not yet productive but has wealth of tools to develop in coming years.
6-7
216
C/F
2015 LM
490 Dotterell Rd Delray Beach FL 33444
202-746-4608 [email protected]
Atem Bior
Started in the post for both games but played limited minutes without making much impact. Good build - naturally strong body, ran well, & seemed coordinated. Pivoted
well on block but lacked a go-to move. Body-type to be post defender & rebounder but doesn't seem to have embraced that niche yet.
6-1
160
PG
2015 LM/D2
1387 Eden Ridge Circle, Hoover, AL 35244
317-414-2418 [email protected]
Quamauri Hardy
Skinny back-up PG, made most of increased mins on Sat. Very quick, harrasses ball def, made only 3 he tried, but generally content to keep it simple offensively.
Head Coach: Ed Huckaby Jr. (cell: 757-327-2140; email: [email protected])
Fishburne Military School (Waynesboro, VA)
240
C/F
2015 COMMITTED TO WASHINGTON - strong body with some agility & developing interior skill to match.
Devenir Duruisseau 6-9
6-5
190
G/F
2015 COMMITTED TO HOLY CROSS - long, athletic, & versatile wing will miss season with injury.
Marcellis Perkins
6-1
180
G
2015 COMMITTED TO MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE - strong, tough drive first combo-guard.
Ahmad Frost
6-9
220
F
2015 COMMITTED TO OHIO - face-up 4-man who shoots it to 3.
Ellis Dozier
6-10
215
PF
2015 COMMITTEDD TO LOYOLA (IL) - frame, athleticism, and high motor to have high upside.
Pernell Adgei
6-5
215
G/F
2015 COMMITTED TO RIO GRANDE - undersized but athletic 4-man who is at his best around the rim.
Stanley Christian
6-6
185
SF
2015 MM+
was committed to Coastal Carolina through weekend but never signed an NLI
Jeremy Harris
Was far & away Fishburne's best player this weekend. Lefty wing not quite 6'7 listed but good size/length for perimeter, athleticism to thrive in open floor, get OR tip-ins,
or catch-lobs. Made bunch of 3's but also some catch-and-shoot mid-range jumpers against zone. Listed as committed through event but officially open now.
6-7
200
F
2015 MM+/MM 36 Roving Dr, Martinsburg, WV 45203
304-886-2812
Chris Shields
6th yr, presumably needs waiver. Not great 3pt shooter & far more efficient inside of 16. 20pts, 6-10 FG when sticking to sweet spots vs. 8pts, 4-15 FG (0-5 3pt) when
operating on arc. Good driver & mid-range player, can score over people, maneuver way to rim through traffic, or get to FT line. Good reb; guards multiple positions.
6-4
185
G
2015 MM+/MM 6917 N 71st Ave 1019, Glendale, AZ 85303
602-930-7394
Lyrik Shreiner
High level talent was recruited at a high level last year but motor is major question mark. Seemed to be going through motions here & so didn't play much. Looked for his
3 but didn't connect or look good. Athletic off 2ft or with head of steam but otherwise a tad rigid; little TO prone as well but can potentially play 3 positions.
6-9
220
C/F
2015 MM/LM Box 26, 1218 Old Hwy 61 S, Arcola, MS 38722
662-931-5034
Ramses Sandifer
Active big man with pretty strong body; was briefly committed to NC A&T last month. Turned both shoulders in post but not much of a scoring threat away from basket or
great FT shooter. Keeps balls alive, runs the floor, & pretty athletic.
6-0
175
PG
2015 MM/LM 105 Cranford Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
216-408-7279
Nelson Maxwell
Starting PG not 6'0 listed (closer to 5'10) but strong. Defended ball very well, especially in half-court, & was dependable handling vs. pressure & getting team organized.
Is capable of breaking his man down but showed little individual offense here & was reluctant to shoot 3. Under the rim athletically.
Head Coach: Matt Donohue (school: 434-842-4342; cell: 804-543-9894; email: [email protected] )
Fork Union Military Academy (Fork Union, VA)
6-3
195
G/F
2015 MM+
300 Meredith Square #318, Columbia SC 29223 402-210-6809 [email protected]
Khyri Thomas
Versatile scorer, naturally bigger frame & pretty long arms; skilled enough to be 2 but body type may be more of undersized 3, especially as he adds muscle. Shoots it
well to arc, has high/compact release to score over people with pull-ups & step-backs (will even post smaller guards). Sneaky good athlete, can handle in open floor or
make tight changes of direction as interior slasher, good footwork both on catch and at end of drives. Pretty versatile scoring threat but still plays within flow.
5-11
175
G
2015 MM+/MM 1217 Northview Rd, Baltimore MD 21218
443-416-6248 [email protected]
Kamau Stokes
Scoring lead guard had huge weekend; 61pts in 2 games. Attacked in open floor (excels in space), passed well off dribble, & was 9-12 from 3pt (little heavy left leg but
great loft/rotation). Pretty good shoulders & some cut but lean through core & can get bumped off line of his drive (good at selling contact though).
6-10
175
C/F
2015 LM801 Kings Passage Dr. Apt.4B, Richmond VA 23238
804-461-6904 [email protected]
Jarel Spellman
Long & lanky post; very skinny & unable to play through much contact - won't be ready to impact D1 game next year but has some long-term tools. Struggles to hold
position on post but has a little bit of a hook. Unorthodox looking stroke but can't leave him unchecked at top of key. Active rebounder despite lack of strength.
5-10
180
PG
2015 LM/D2
316 Zander Woods Ct, Mount Holly NC 28120
704-957-1567 [email protected]
Elijah Gore
True PG not flashy but tough, strong, relatively quick, & full of intangibles/leadership. Defends length of floor, outstanding weakside defender (rotates to get in passing
lanes & take charges). Runs system but limited individual offense - little bit of a runner given straight line to rim, not incapable if unchecked at 3 with compact/rigid stroke.
6-6
175
F
2015 D2+
352 N Sandusky, Delaware OH 43015
740-972-2531 [email protected]
Phil Frentsos
Starting F, long/skinny, just starting to cut with high center gravity & not able to play through contact. Mismatch offensive tools - baby hooks over both shoulders when not
bumped off block & very quick release from 3 (sometimes too quick for own good; sprays misses when rushing). Runs well & has some sneaky bounce.
6-6
220
F
2015 D2+
6639 E. Calumet Circle, Lake Worth FL 33467
561-789-0785 [email protected]
Tre Chandler
Undersized/thick big started one game, was first big off bench for other. Lacks bounce & size alike but thick, powerful, & rugged/physical inside. Loves to turn & face
from mid-post & can make 15 ft'er. Always blocks out on def glass & pursues off board too. Plays hard & brings lot of intangibles.
6-7
190
F
2015 D2
829 Patmar Drive, Lebanon PA 17046
717-644-2183 [email protected]
Andrew Eudy
Long/lanky perimeter forward. Still young & has some upside if he can get stronger. Shoots to arc but needs to incorporate legs. Said to be able to score over smaller
defenders from 12 ft in but didn't show that here. Game got too fast/physical for him at times.
6-4
210
G/F
2015 D2
3143 Dunway St, Norfolk VA 23513
757-374-1311 [email protected]
Steven Whitley
Big/stocky power guard/wing who can play 4 at D2 level. Pretty good with ball/handle (even brings ball up at times); stroke seemed average with elbow flying out but
wasn't bashful about launching (1-4 from 3pt in both games). Just learning how to play hard & within system but definite mismatch potential at D2 level.
6-4
185
SG
2015 D2
4703 Grimwood Ct, Granite Bay CA 95746
216-577-4237 [email protected]
James Jent
Son of Kings ast Chris Jent played role of shooter here; little too much excess motion in stroke & didn't get going here but obviously as tough/hard-working as advertised.
7-0
195
C
2016 HM-WL 7337 Achsine Lane, Laurel, MD 20707
240-444-2122 [email protected]
Malik Kuwornu
Raw but talented big man in 1st of 2 years here. Academics in jeopardy after reportedly getting no usable credits last year at Capital Christian. Didn't play big mins here
but have seen enough in past to know he has clear upside - good frame, can run, not afriad of contact - working to develop hook over right shoulder here.
Hargrave Military Academy (Chatham, VA)
Head Coach: A.W. Hamilton (cell: 336-577-4381; email: [email protected])
6-7
215
SF
2015 COMMITTED TO AUBURN - big wing is strong, athletic, great to rim, & an improved shooter.
Danjel Purifoy
6-2
170
SG
2015 COMMITTED TO WICHITA STATE - long/wiry lefty shoots it from deep & just needs to get stronger.
Tyrone Taylor
6-2
175
SG
2015 COMMITTED TO RUTGERS - shot-maker & secondary ball-handler with good intellect for game.
Justin Goode
6-6
225
SF
2015 COMMITTED TO RUTGERS - high level athlete, drive first scorer, good perimeter rebounder.
Kejuan Johnson
6-8
220
PF
2015 COMMITTED TO UNC-W - face-up driving 4-man just coming off injury; steal at this level.
Trey Grundy
6-3
185
G
2015 MM+
2811 Melisa Dr, Fort Washington, MD 20744
301-356-1571
Jon Davis
Looked like more of a PG than this summer (DC Premier) but still not natural, especially vs. pressure. Still only above average athlete but smooth in open floor, great
shot-fake in half-court, & creative scorer/good passer on way to rim. 3pt stroke only avg but not broken. Gambling defender (7 steals). Will likely have HM- offers.
6-1
170
G
2015 LM/D2
148 Hill St, Pilot Mtn, NC 27041
336-401-5328
Scott Meredith
Reportedly capable of playing the point but exclusively off ball here. Utilized primarily as shooter (great rotation) but way he snaps 2-handed chest passes was also
notable. Compensates for lack of size & explosiveness with toughness & I.Q. Also a good student.
6-5
170
F
2015 LM/D2
670 US Highway 231, Utica, KY 42376
270-313-8777
Hunter Shelton
Long/lanky shooter makes living from 3pt. Very good shooter but skinny/weak, doesn't impact game in other ways, & not sure what position he defends.
IMG Academy (Bradenton, FL)
Head Coach: John Mahoney (school: 941.739.7392; cell: 646-249-9671; email: [email protected])
6-5
180
SF
2015 COMMITTED TO KENT STATE - really long & pretty athletic but little lean with some subtle skill.
Rosel Hurley
6-6
190
SF
2015 COMMITTED TO NORTHERN ILLINOIS - skilled & heady shot-maker who drills 3's & also cuts well.
Austin Pauga
6-5
215
PG
2015 HM
840 E Blackford Ave, Evansville, IN, 47713
812-589-3828
JaQuan Lyle
Stocky playmaking combo was ball-dominant & inefficient on Friday but couldn't have been much better Saturday. Never going to be a blow-by guy but gets his body on
you, gets to paint, & makes living with floaters & runners. Great natural feel & can bury deep 3's too; FT shooting was achilles. Body language & buy-in was in total
correlation to offensive contributions (poor on Friday, much better Saturday). Conditioning has improved but still carrying some bad weight.
7-1
295
C
2015 MM+/MM 5500 34th St West, Bradenton, FL 34210
925-998-6017
Satnam Singh
Monster of a man & absolutely rock solid. Moves deceptively well for his massive size & plays with a purpose. Powers his way over his left shoulder & has enough touch
to hit some short face-ups shots. Definite project but worth the investment for team that plays at slower tempo & is willing to develop him.
6-7
270
F/C
2015 LM
4008 27th Ave, Temple Hills, MD, 20748
202-413-3918
Quadree Smith
Wide-bodied big lost 25 pounds since arrival & expected to keep trimming. Uses wide frame to create space, has great hands & very good rebounder - snags everything
he touches. Footwork & touch very good as well. Can't defend away from basket & not a shot-blocker but clogs lane defensively.
6-0
185
G
2015 LM3945 Cerritos Ave, Long Beach, CA, 90807
562-687-5497
Kameron Murrell
Well built guard; strong body, big shoulders, & physical floor game. Played exclusively at point here but not sure he's pure at that position - passed equally well off dribble
with both hands but overall handle looked loose. Rarely looked for jumper or individual offense but defended well, reversed the ball, & provided toughness.
Max My Game Academy (West Oaks, FL)
Head Coach: Chris Chaney (cell: 410-279-2893; email: [email protected])
6-3
170
G
2015 COMMITTED TO OREGON STATE - long & aggressive combo played point here & obviously talented with ball.
PJ Bruce
6-8
235
F/C
2015 COMMITTED TO CITADEL - Agile post with good footwork was not with team this weekend.
James Pado
7-0
245
C
2015 HM-/MM+ 8624 AD Mims Rd, Orlando, FL 32818
N/A
Nikola Scekic
Very big body; true center but can step out & shoot if left open - made couple 17 ft'ers & range looked capable to 3. Posts hard on the block, has dexterity, & pretty good
instincts in pick & roll too (saw/read slips). Needs to learn to better utilize size defensively & on glass; not particularly aware on weakside defensively.
6-11
230
C/F
2015 MM
2210 W. Huckelbe Rd, Santa Ana, CA 92706
404-552-0061
Davante Cooper
Talented underachiever at the moment. Really runs, sneaky athlete, some skill facing basket but not enough to be full time face-up guy he wants to be. No post game,
reportedly wildlly inconsistent overall, & funny build with long legs, wide shoulders, undefined frame, & lack of strength. Talented but a project.
6-7
270
PF
2015 MM/LM+ 14353 Victor Dr, Moreno Valley, CA 92553
951-807-0144
Khalil Fuller
Another wide-bodied big. Soft hands, good feet, & plenty physical but not an athlete, fatigues quickly, & can't score over length. Not a great runner but works to change
ends. Very efficient offensively in quick bursts; clears space & can be load on glass within his area.
6-8
190
F
2015 LM
3400 Ryon Ct, Waldorf, MD 20601
301-609-0416
Allante Holston
Long & pretty athletic wing with limited skill; big enough to play/defend either forward position. Doesn't shoot it well from 3 but did make a couple of pull-ups. Good in the
open floor, best as 2 bounce driver in half-court but was able to cross his man up a couple of times as well.
6-6
205
F
2015 LM/D2
3200 Old Winter Garden Rd, Ocoee, FL 34761
321-302-6350
Fred Broensted
Skilled forward with stocky build; shoots 3 well (although numbers weren't great here) & operates primarily in pick and pop action - really an undersized face-up 4.
Understands how to play but limited athletically & needs to rebound better.
Mt. Zion Prep (Baltimore, MD)
Head Coach: Rodrick Harrison Sr. (cell: 410-600-5515; email: [email protected])
6-3
175
SG
2015 COMMITTED TO HIGH POINT - Always liked this long-armed 2G who can make shots with range.
Andre Fox
6-8
205
C/F
2015 COMMITTED TO NORFOLK STATE - Gotten stronger & more aggressive offensively; good offensive rebounder.
Alex Long
6-4
200
G/F
2015 COMMITTED TO COPPIN STATE - Drive first wing & good perimeter rebounder.
Darius Speaks
6-11
235
C/F
2015 MM+
85 Margaret Way Hogansville GA 30230
770-362-5190
Tim Rowe
Not a great natural athlete but skilled post who can also step out. Poised & crafty with back-to-basket, good footwork, some dexterity, & few different moves in his
arsenal. Can make a 3 if open or bounce it once on way to rim. Motor was adequate but has been inconsistent this fall. Active on off glass, nonexistent on def glass.
6-4
200
SF
2015 MM
1423 N. Hobart Ave #5 Philadelphia PA 19131
267-259-6427
Sean Lloyd
Power wing still not much of a 3pt shooter but plays hard, rebs well from perimeter, solid defender & capable of guarding some bigger guys, attacks rim (best in open
floor) & gets to FT line.
6-0
180
SG
2015 D2
9 Mullin Rd Wilmington DE 19809
302-507-1306
Larenz Thurman
Undersized & stocky scoring guard lacks much burst but can really shoot it (off catch or dribble). Doesn't impact game in many other ways.
6-11
235
C/F
2015 TBD
3109 Bayonne Ave Baltimore MD 21214
443-903-5414
Rokas Ulvydas
Did not play - missed game with broken foot - allegedly has steady dose of MM interest.
6-8
215
F
2015 LM*
3133 Beaverwod Ln Aspen, MD 20906
202-870-8228
Joe Bradshaw
Did not play - another out with broken foot. Step out 4 with naturally wider frame reportedly generating LM interest.
New Hampton Prep (New Hampton, NH)
Head Coach: Pete Hutchins (cell: 603-677-2312; email: [email protected])
6-9
180
F
2015
COMMITTED TO SYRACUSE - doesn't dominate but long, pretty athletic, increasingly skilled & versatile.
Tyler Lydon
6-7
175
G/F
2015 COMMITTED TO BOSTON COLLEGE - impressive here making shots of catch & dribble + some heady passes.
A.J. Turner
6-3
205
G
2015 COMMITTED TO DAYTON - strong/quick guard attacked effectively, defended well, & even made some shots.
John Crosby
6-9
180
C/F
2015 COMMITTED TO NORTHEASTERN - skilled big showed somem flashes of his undeniable talent.
Jeremy Miller
6-8
215
PF
2015 LM+/LM 5031 S. Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
773-266-6498
Max Rothschild
Strong showing here. Doesn't shoot well from perimeter but knows how to avoid it. Better than expected attacking off the dribble - not going to change direction but
efficient straight line driver in half-court who surprised with a couple nice passes off the bounce. Showed soft touch over both shoulders in post (although didn't get roll a
few times) & just as active on glass as expected. Not a very good catch-and-finish player.
6-6
180
G/F
2015 LM70 Main St, New Hampton, NH 03256
616-844-8518
Bradley Jomard
Surprise 5th starter. French import has high I.Q. & very good understanding of how to play in offensive structure. Passes very well, handles too but high dribble can still
get knocked away going through crowded lane. Has almost completely re-worked shooting mechanics - still work in progress but already notably better than fall.
6-9
215
PF
2016 HM/HM- 70 Main St, New Hampton, NH 03256
603-937-1223
Eddie Ekiyor
Not sure he's all of 6'9 but athletic with a motor - finishes well in traffic, runs floor, not especially skilled away from basket (ugly FT release back behind head), but rarely
tried to do things he couldn't do. Played hard, pretty mobile defensively, & rebounded his area adequately. Hands looked little suspect at times - something to watch.
6-11
240
C
2016 HM-WL 1720 The Strand, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 917-694-6447
Jimbo Lull
True center saw limited mins off bench. Still carrying little too much weight & could tone frame. Was active on glass & even deceptively athletic flying in at offensive end.
Wasn't much of a threat offensively & never got chance to show game in post.
6-1
160
G
2016 D1
19 Milton Ave, Cranston, RI 02905
401-654-9242
Donovan Love
Looked better than in fall but expectations still must be tempered. 1-4 from 3pt but still doesn't shoot it consistently. Most positive development was only 1 TO in 48 mins.
Didn't like way frame was evolving in fall but seemed cut & quick again here. Very likely always going to be left hand dominant.
St. John's NW Military Academy (Delafield, WI)
Head Coach: Brian Richert (Office: 262-646-7110; cell: 414-704-0151; email: [email protected])
6-8
225
PF
2015 COMMITTED TO DEPAUL - rugged & physical power player from 15 feet and in.
Raymond Doby
6-1
170
G
2015 COMMITTED TO OLD DOMINION - scoring guard who can get hot in a hurry from behind 3pt line.
Ahmad Caver
5-7
161
PG
2015 D2
2572 Carnot Ct, Duluth GA 30097
917-951-5322
Marquise Jackson
Undersized but quick guard had jets to get himself into the lane & also made open shots. Game doesn't translate to D1 level though. Son of rapper 50 Cent.
St. Thomas More (Oakdale, CT)
Head Coach: Jere Quinn (school: 860-823-1845; email: [email protected])
6-10
235
C/F
2015 COMMITTED TO UCONN - didn't produce to potential but showed flashes of inside-out ability.
Steven Enoch
6-1
195
G
2015 COMMITTED TO TULSA - stocky playmaking guard still not true point but consistently making plays.
Sterling Taplan
6-5
175
SF
2015 LM
9297 Via Cimato Dr, Clarence, NY 14032
716-949-2261
Ryan Funk
Starts on wing & has carved out big role with this group. Didn't shoot it well here but consistent 3pt threat, deceptive athleticism, plays hard, solid perimeter rebounder, &
very likely to keep improving during course of season.
6-2
172
PG
2015 LM/D2
1 House Rd, Morristown, NJ 07960
973-525-7333
Sean Hoehn
True PG; not naturally quick/athletic or even especially skilled but ultra-tough/competitive. Not much of a creator (got TO prone when trying to do to much to spark team's
slow Saturday morning start) or even a great shooter but scrappy, likes contact, owns his mistakes, vocal, & has leadership qualities.
6-4
188
G/F
2015 LM/D2
4 West Main, Norwalk, CT 06851
203-919-0070
Ian Gardener
Not very skilled & much less effective in half-court game (as we said during summer), but super tough. Rebs in traffic, slides over to defend bigger guards when team
goes small, & never backs down. Didn't look like D1 player here but would expect him to keep evolving during course of season.
6-3
190
SG
2015 D2
36A Washington Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830
347-820-2929
C.J. Byrd
Has more individual offense than most wings on team but struggling to adjust to new concepts on both ends i.e. offensive sets, weak-side defense etc. Showed flashes
of scoring in all 3 ranges but didn't show his best this weekend & could be another guy to improve stock during season.
6-5
191
F
2015 D2/D3+ 41 Amato Circle, Wethersfield, CT 06109
860-712-9118
Ryan Peterson
Wasn't apprehensive in limited mins off bench & fit right into offensive structure but didn't shoot well & game could sometimes overmatched def or in transition.
200
G/F
2016 HM-WL 29 Leonard Dr, Bridgeport, CT 06606
203-673-9104
Arkel Lamar-Ager 6-4
Consistent but somewhat limited rotations mins off bench. Didn't shoot it well & won't until he realizes he needs to be set & in rhythm. Very strong for his size & can
defend some bigger guys in a pinch. Just learning how to play & pick his spots.
6-1
165
G
2016 HM-/MM+ 109-32 217th Street, Queens Village, NY, 11429 516-749-6900
Christian Vital
Was team's best player in day 1 but struggled in morning game next day. Learning to channel emotions & so much more under control while still passionate on court.
Shoots it well, doing more off the dribble but no longer trying to prove himself a PG. Super tough, scrappy defender, challenges people, good perimeter rebounder.
6-4
210
SF
2016 D1
3521 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06120
860-838-1368
E.J. Crawford
Double figure scorer both games - leaning out naturally stocky frame, becoming good 3pt shooter (previously more consistent in mid-range). Still shoots well off dribble &
very smooth off the bounce if not quick.