Evolution Basketball: The Ballers Page

  AJ is one of those players who could be classified as “un-guard-able.” He stayed aggressive on both sides of the court for the entire contest. There was a sequence in the game where AJ scored four straight baskets as he attacked the paint. In isolated moments on the wing, AJ easily beat his opponent to the rim. On multiple occasions, he scored despite being fouled. This led to him having three-point play opportunities from the foul-line. He converted each attempt he had. This showed his skills as an excellent free-throw shooter. He was great at creating the space he needed to knock down threes. Defensively, this young man was a menace towards the opposing team. AJ was great at applying tough on-ball pressure and causing turnovers. He also excelled at playing the passing lanes. AJ finished the game with three steals. He's a great talent who has a bright future as an up-in-coming player.

  This young man was a terror both in the paint and on the glass. Sven easily dominated West Irving Gold 13u players by scoring over top of them. He was great at using his size and strength to clear out space and make baskets. Sven had so much of a size advantage, he scored despite being contacted by defenders. He calmly stepped to the foul-line and converted most of his shots. Sven dominated the glass on both ends of the basketball court. He also scored a couple of baskets in transition when the team had fast-break opportunities. Defensively, Sven blocked multiple shots and protected the paint. This young guy has the potential to be great as he continues to work on his game. He’s big, agile, scores and defends. Keep working Sven!!

  Xavier is a great two-way player. He gave maximum effort on both ends of the court. On offense, he handles the ball, attacks the paint and knocks down mid-range jump-shots. He also showed the capability of extending his range beyond the three-point line. There was a sequence in the game where Xavier beat his defender to the basket with a nice spin move. He was great at scoring tough baskets in the paint. Xavier’s an aggressive player who stayed in attack mode throughout the game. Defensively, he did a little of everything. Xavier played great man-to-man defense and forced numerous turnovers. His overall skills as a scorer and defender will take him far in the game of basketball.

  Jamelle was one of the most skilled point guards in his class. He has excellent ball handling skills. Whenever he found himself in isolated match-ups, Jamelle easily attacked defenders and scored. When there was an opportunity to knock down threes, Jamelle did not hesitate. He showed off his skills as a play-maker on numerous occasions. The majority of his assists led to easy scores for his teammates. Some were to players cutting down the lane, some along the perimeter. Jamelle was always in control of the offense. He showed great vocal leadership by staying in tune with his Seven10 teammates. I was impressed with his ability to rebound the basketball. I cannot count the amount of times I watched Jamelle attack the glass and come away with boards. His rebounds led to second chance scoring opportunities for his team. Jamelle is a great leader who has a strong chance of becoming even greater in the future.

  I was pleasantly surprised when I watched Myles play basketball. This young man was a terror both in the paint and on the glass. He easily dominated his opponents inside by scoring right over the top of them. Myles was great at using his size and craftiness to clear out space and make baskets. Where Myles really impressed me was how he handled the basketball. There was a sequence in the game where Myles grabbed a defensive rebound, brought the ball up court, hit the defender with a nice spin-move and nearly made the lay-up. He got a loud reaction out of me when he made his move. I really didn’t expect it. He also scored a couple of baskets in transition when the team had fast-break opportunities. What he needs to work on is his jump-shooting. Myles shot a lot of jumpers that were off the mark. If he can improve this aspect of his game, Myles could be a dangerous player to deal with. Keep working Myles!!

  An athletic big man who dominates the boards, scores inside and defends. Alec is a great rebounder who attacks the glass on both ends of the court. He welcomes the physical play in regard to fighting for rebounds. Alec scored most of his points in the paint by converting put-backs around the rim. Others came from cleaning up the missed shots by his teammates. He showed the ability to beat defenders off the dribble and finish strong at the rim on numerous occasions. Defensively, he was all over the court. He guarded players both in the interior and on the perimeter. Alec has the athleticism to hold his own against smaller players while being strong enough to defend the post. He finished the game with multiple blocks and steals. Alec is a tough player who should flourish this AAU season. 

  Jameson is a tough minded combo guard who stayed in "attack mode" throughout the game. He’s an excellent scorer who also passes and defends. Jameson was a hard cover for the opposition. He had a knack for beating defenders off the dribble and scoring on tough drives to the basket. What I saw Sunday morning was a play-maker. His passes were always on point. The majority of his assists led to easy scores for his teammates. Jameson showed the capability of knocking down mid or long-range shots. He’s a hard-nosed defender who excelled at forcing opposing guards into mistakes. His defense on the ball caused multiple turnovers. Jameson is a gritty player who gave maximum effort on the basketball court.

  Jeremy is a do-it-all player that excels at all facets of the game. He’s a shifty guard who found ways to be effective on the basketball court. Whether it was getting to the basket, assisting teammates, scoring in transition or knocking down perimeter shots, Jeremy was a tough cover for opposing defenders. There was a point in the game where he scored tough baskets in the paint. There was a moment in the game when he fearlessly drove the ball at the opposing Center. Of course, he finished strong with a nice shot over the top of the defender. Defensively, Jeremy had numerous steals by jumping passing lanes. These turnovers led to transition scores for his teammates. Great all around player who will have a major impact on the AAU season.

Alessandro is a tough minded combo guard who showed the ability to score. He displayed feistiness on the basketball court. Alessandro played with no fear, despite being one of the smallest players on the court. Alessandro handles the ball, drives by defenders, knocks down threes and scores in the paint. This little guy had an impressive package of skills within the Sharks Basketball 14u offense. Whenever he drove into the painted area, Alessandro's shot of choice was the floater. He scored it over taller defenders who attempted to block it away. In two halves of play, I watched him nail three shots from beyond the arc. On defense, he was a pest! His quick hands and good movement allowed him to generate multiple steals from the opposition. I really enjoyed watching him play. I have always had a soft spot for the little guy. Keep it up Alessandro!!

 Joaquin  is a shifty point guard who played fearlessly against Sharks Basketball 14u. He's a skilled ball handler. When he was in isolated match-ups, Joaquin easily drove by his defender and made plays. Whether it was scoring at the basket or hitting teammates with flashy passes, Joaquin always created positive outcomes. He showed his shooting skills from the mid-range area of the court. During the game he scored on multiple pull-ups from the perimeter. If Joaquin had an open look from beyond the arc, he did not shy away from it. Some he made, some he missed. His aggression on offense was constant throughout the game. One of his biggest strengths was his leadership. Joaquin always communicated with his teammates on both ends of the court. Calling out plays, switches on defense and overall encouraging words were a major part of his game. He’s a great " floor leader" who will continue to improve his overall basketball skills.

  The first strength I noticed in this young man’s game was his ability to shoot the ball. It didn’t matter which Sharks Basketball 14u defender guarded him. Emanuel was in a type of shooting zone where he couldn’t miss. I watched him knock down four threes in two halves of play. He also showed the ability to handle the ball and get to the basket. Emanuel had a highlight play in the game. On offense, he hit the opposing defender with a nasty crossover and step-back. The move allowed him to create the space he needed to confidently nail the shot. On defense, he fought through screens and stayed attached to his opponent by applying pressure on the ball. He made ball handling a difficult task for opposing guards. Emanuel is a great shooter who has a trait all coaches want on their team. With his ability to knock down shots, Emanuel will always have a spot on a team.

  In my opinion, Marcello was the best player on the court Saturday afternoon. Whether it was attacking the basket, scoring in the post, grabbing rebounds or defending, Marcello was a serious problem for the Triumph Hoops Academy 14u defense. He was great at beating opponents off the dribble and making plays. Marcello scored the ball from all areas of the court. He was also a dominant force on the glass. Most of the rebounds he grabbed offensively, led to positive outcomes for the team. Marcello scored around the basket or gave his teammates second chance shot opportunities. He also showed the ability to knock down short perimeter jump-shots. On defense, he was everywhere on the court. Marcello defended on the perimeter, protected the paint, blocked shots and caused numerous turnovers. He's a great all around player. If he develops a consistent long range shot, Marcell o could be unstoppable.

 Mason is a hard-working player who can shoot from everywhere on the court. I watched him knock down two threes in the game against 94 Feet Elite 14u. He plays with maximum effort on both ends of the court. Whether it was chasing down loose balls, taking charges, grabbing rebounds or being a solid defender, Mason was always in the area to make a play. Offensively, he was very knowledgeable of using screens and finding ways to get open. Mason handled the ball well and showed off great play-making abilities with great passing. On defense, he applied pressure on opposing guards who attempted to handle the ball. Mason is the ultimate team player! With his all around skills, raising his game to the next level should have no issues .

  I enjoyed watching this young man play Saturday afternoon. Shadell is an aggressive combo guard who continuously looks to attack opposing defenders. He’s an excellent ball handler who easily beats opponents off the dribble. This led to numerous scores in his one-on-one match-ups. Shadell excelled at getting into the paint where he scored floaters and tough lay-ups. Whenever he had the opportunity to knock down threes, he did so with extreme confidence. A number of his scores came in transition with great finishes at the rim. Defensively, he forced multiple turnovers with quick hands and excellent on-ball pressure. Shadell is a great all around player. With continued growth and maturity, I believe he’s capable of becoming elite in the coming years.

   Peyton was a dominant presence in the paint Saturday afternoon. He easily scored in the post using a variety of effective moves around the basket. In some instances, Peyton made tough shots despite being fouled by the opposition. This led to numerous trips to the free-throw line. He calmly stepped to the line and converted a majority of his free-throws. When 94 Feet Elite 14u, had opportunities to score in transition, Peyton ran the court and finished strong at the rim. One of those finishes was a dunk. Peyton also had a highlight moment in the game. He knocked down a big-time three-pointer at the halftime buzzer. Defensively, he was great at blocking shots and protecting the paint. Whenever opposing players attacked the lane, Peyton was around to alter their shots. Keep it up Peyton!!

  I loved this young man’s toughness! He’s a great ball handler, leader and assists man. Ayden made an instant impact as soon as he stepped on the court. He entered the game communicating, assisting and defending. Ayden excelled at making his teammates better with efficient passes. Most of his assists were on the money. Whenever he attacked the lane, he looked to draw in defenders and dish off passes to others around the basket. Ayden’s shot of choice was the runner down the lane. He converted the high arching shot on numerous occasions. Defensively, he was tough! Ayden stalked opposing guards by using quick hands and excellent timing. He forced three turnovers and made ball handling difficult with great on-ball pressure. I would like to see Ayden be more aggressive on offense. If he improves in this area, he could become even greater in the coming years.

  He’s a high energy player who makes plays on offense or defense. Lazarri is a good scorer in the paint. The majority of his points came off hustle plays and offensive put-backs around the rim. He’s an excellent rebounder who dominated the glass on both ends of the court. Lazarri didn’t mind battling the opposition for boards in the paint. If there was an all “hustle team,” he would be the catalyst for it. Lazarri did all the little things to help 94 Feet Elite 14u win. He excelled at setting screens, drawing fouls and taking advantage of smaller defenders in the paint. On defense, he’s an excellent shot-blocker. He turned away three different players when they attacked the paint. Lazarri is a great teammate! Once he develops a consistent jump-shot, the sky’s the limit for this young man. 

  Khobie  has the mentality of a true “floor general.” He’s a great ball handler who always looked to set-up teammates for high percentage shots. After watching Khobie play, I saw a great passer of the basketball. He always managed to find Joliet United 17u players in the right positions to score. I can say with confidence, Khobie led the team in assists and play-making. He showed great leadership by communicating with his teammates throughout the duration of the game. When it comes down to it, Khobie can score the rock too! He knocked down multiple threes and attacked the basket when he had one-on-one match-ups. One of those three-pointers was a highlight play. He used a nasty step-back dribble to knock down the shot despite being challenged by the defender. Khobie is an excellent lead guard who has all the necessary traits to succeed at a high level.

 Ernesto excelled at grabbing rebounds, scoring around the basket and defending. He’s a team first player who did whatever Joliet United 17u needed to win. Ernesto dominated the boards on both ends of the floor. Especially on the offensive side. The majority of his scores came off hustle plays. These were from offensive rebounds and the missed shot attempts of his teammates. Ernesto was effective all over the court. The screens he set often freed up Joliet United 17u players for high percentage shots. In some instances, he was able to beat defenders to the basket for easy lay-ups. Ernesto was a difference maker for his team Saturday afternoon. On defense, he showed quick hands by forcing multiple turnovers. His steals led to numerous scoring opportunities in transition. I really enjoyed the hustle Ernesto showed on the basketball court! Once he becomes more of a scorer, he could become a serious problem for opposing coaches and players. Keep working Ernesto! !

  BJ showed the ability to score from all three levels of the court. Whether it was getting to the basket, scoring from mid-range or knocking down three-pointers, No Mercy 17u had no answers defensively. BJ made countless plays when he beat opponents off the dribble. This allowed him to become a play-maker by either scoring or kicking out assists to his teammates. In one-on-one situations, BJ maximized his ability to create the space he needed to effectively get his shot off. Whenever the opportunity came to nail a three-pointer, BJ showed no hesitation. He finished the game with four big-time conversions from behind the arc. In my opinion, this young man was the most skilled offensive player on the basketball court. As I said, he literally knocks down shots from everywhere on the floor. Defensively, he had three steals and numerous ball deflections. BJ i s a legit scorer who has a bright future ahead of him.  

  A shifty pass first point guard who showed excellent leadership. Chris was the top assists man during No Mercy 17u's game against Joliet United 17u. The majority of his passes were on the money when his teammates found themselves in scoring positions. He’s a great ball handler who easily broke down his opponents off the dribble. Chris attacked the paint and scored high arching floaters over taller defensive players. He always looked to push the pace for No Mercy 17u. Whenever the team ran the court, Chris showed his skills as a "floor general." He was always the catalyst for the team’s fast-break opportunities. Chris generated numerous steals with great pressure on opposing guards. He excelled at drawing in defenders and kicking out passes to open teammates. Every time he attacked the paint, Chris made positive plays. Chris is an excellent point guard with a great future ahead of him. Keep it up Chris!!  

  Nate excels at every aspect of the game. I really appreciated the heart he showed in the match-up against Joliet United 17u. He did everything he could to help the team win. Whether it was scoring, rebounding, defending or dishing out assists, Nate was a major factor to the teams' success. He's great at breaking down defenders off the dribble, scoring on strong drives and knocking down perimeter jump-shots. Nate's also a slick passer who often found teammates in scoring situations. He's a great rebounder who attacked the glass with the same ferociousness as he did on offense. Every offensive board he grabbed led to him scoring easy put-backs around the basket. When No Mercy had chances to score on fast-breaks, Nate always finished strong. Defense is an area where he could work on. He gives great effort but doesn't quite have the foot speed to stay with quicker offensive players. He forced a couple of turnovers off hustle plays. Nate is an awesome player who has a...

Darnell is a great scorer! He always found ways to free himself for open looks at the basket. Whether it was using screens or dribble moves, Darnell excelled at gaining the space he needed to be an effective scorer. He's a good ball handler who successfully beat his opponent to the basket on numerous occasions. During the match-up against Badger City Ballers Elite 15u, Darnell was able to knock down three shots from beyond the arc. He also showed the ability to score from mid-range. Darnell is an excellent rebounder from the guard position. He often attacked the glass and made plays around the basket. Darnell was fearless when he battled opposing players for rebounds. He's an excellent on-ball defender who forced multiple turnovers with quick hands and great foot speed. As I said, he's a great scorer who does it from every level of the court. I expect him to be even better in the coming years. Keep it up Darnell!!

  I love when the smallest player makes the biggest impact. Aiden is a tough player who handles the ball and facilitates. This young man is a play-maker! He’s a great passer who always found teammates cutting to the basket or beating their opponents off the ball. Whenever they did, he hit them with accurate passes that led to easy scores. Aiden has elite ball handling skills. He easily got into the lane and made plays. Opposing defenders were no match for his speed and quickness. Whenever he attempted a floater, more than likely it was going in. The shot was sweet because of his small stature. He floats up a high arching shots that’s just out of reach of the taller defenders. On defense, he pressed opposing guards the full length of the court. Aiden came away with multiple steals throughout the game. In my opinion, Aiden needs to become more of a threat offensively. If he adds more scoring to his play-making ability, Aiden could become one of the elite guards in his class.

 He's an excellent rebounder who attacked the glass on both ends of the court. Hector was a dominate presence in the paint Saturday afternoon. He was great at scoring in the post with a variety of moves. Hector showed the ability to finish with either hand around the basket. When Road to Greatness had opportunities to score in transition, Hector always finished strong at the rim. The majority of his scores came off hustle plays and offensive rebounds. Some came through contact from the opposition. Those scores led to three-point play opportunities from the foul-line. On defense, Hector used his size and agility to block shots and protect the paint. When opposing players attempted to drive the lane, he easily turned them away. If he develops a consistent jump-shot, Hector could become a serious problem for opposing defenses. Keep working Hector!! 

  Keashawn is one of those guards who plays physically against opponents. He used his size to bully smaller defenders around the basket. On more than one occasion, he used the dribble to attack the basket and score despite being fouled. He’s an excellent scorer in transition. Whenever there was an opportunity to run the court, Keashawn finished strong at the rim. He’s a hardworking player who maximized his efforts on both ends of the floor. Defensively, he pressed opposing players into mistakes. He also generated a couple of steals. The area where Keashawn can improve is his shot selection. Some of his shot attempts were rushed. In the game I watched he didn’t seem to be a confident jump-shooter. As long as he continues to work on his shot and build confidence, Keashawn could become a serious threat to opposing defenses. Keep working Keashawn!!

  Jamari was the “glue guy” for Badger City Ballers Elite 15u. When I say this young man did everything, it's not an exaggeration. Jamari played every role on the basketball court. He handled the ball, rebounded, dished off assists and generally made all the hustle plays. Jamari has the skills to be one of the best all around players on the court. Unfortunately in the game I watched, he missed a large amount of shots that I’m pretty sure he normally makes. Jamari is a great offensive rebounder who gave his teammates second chance shot opportunities. He’s also a very good passer who often found other Badger City players with pin-point assists. Defensively,he was all over the court. He blocked multiple shots and forced turnovers. I loved the hustle and energy he showed throughout the game. In my opinion, once Jamari polishes his game offensively, he could be a force on the basketball court. Keep working Jamari!!

  He’s an outstanding perimeter shooter who’s capable of catching fire once he sees a couple shots drop. In the game against United Hoops 16u, he knocked down three shots from beyond the three-point line. Noah also showed the ability to be a threat in the post. He used a variety of moves to be an effective presence in the paint. Noah is a great rebounder who had no issues battling opposing players for boards. He did this on both ends of the court. When the Sharks 16u team found themselves in fast-break situations, Noah ran the court and finished strong at the rim. Defense is the area where he needs to improve. He had a hard time sticking with his opponent on the perimeter. That’s an issue he can easily remedy. Working on his speed and being dedicated to that side of the ball works wonders. Once he mirrors offense together with defense, he could be a special player for years to come.

  Trent was unstoppable in the first game of the day. This young man did everything on the basketball court. He was great at breaking down defenders off the dribble. Whenever he had opponents isolated on the wing. Trent quickly beat them to the basket or pulled up for the mid-range jumper. He plays with great energy. Every time he scored Trent showed some type of emotion. His presence gave teammates the boost of confidence they needed to get a convincing win over United Hoops 16u. As I said, he showed the ability to knock down mid-range shots. Trent can also extend his range beyond the three-point line. He did this on numerous occasions. Ultimately finishing the game with four conversions . Trent attacked the glass with the same ferocity as he did when he scored. He didn't mind battling in the paint with opposing players. Some of his offensive boards led to put-backs around the basket. Defensively, he showed a knack for jumping pass lanes and forcing turnovers with his quick hands....

  He was one of the best players I watched Saturday morning . Gabe excelled at every aspect of the game. He's a great scorer who can pass, rebound and defends at an elite level. Whether it’s beating opponents off the dribble, attacking the basket, knocking down three-pointers or dominating his one-on-one match-ups, Gabe was simply unstoppable. He's a great ball handler who easily beat his opponents to the basket for easy scores. The majority of his assists were always on point. They often led to high percentage shots for his teammates. In some instances he used a variety of hesitation dribbles to create the space he needed to be effective on the perimeter. Gabe nailed three baskets from beyond the arc in this fashion. Defensively, he was great at applying on-ball pressure to opposing guards. He finished the game with three steals. Gabe is an excellent all around player who has a chance of becoming elite in the coming years.

  Charlie is a player who gives maximum effort on the basketball court. He’s an excellent rebounder who attacks the glass no matter who opposes him in the paint. The majority of his boards led to easy scores around the rim. In some instances, he attacked defenders and scored on tough drives to the basket. Whenever Team United Hoops 16u found themselves in fast-break opportunities, Charlie proved to be a strong finisher. He's an above average perimeter shooter who had no problems knocking down jump-shots throughout the game. Charlie's a great all-around player who scores, rebounds and defends. Having these traits will guide him to a successful career in basketball.

  A crafty combo guard who can run a team as its primary facilitator or its number one scoring option. In Saturday's match-up against Sharks Basketball 16u, Reid was able to score in a variety of ways. He attacked opponents off the dribble, scored at the basket or dished out assists to his teammates. I appreciated his aggressive approach to going at the opposing defense throughout the game. Reid was able to score through contact on numerous occasions. He confidently stepped to the foul-line and converted each three-point play opportunity. The area where he needs to improve is his perimeter shooting. Once he becomes a consistent shooter, Reid would be capable of becoming an elite guard. Defensively, he applies great on-ball pressure to opposing guards. This allowed him to force multiple turnovers over the course of the game. 

  This young guy was all hustle and heart. Kamden gave maximum effort in every facet of the game, Whether it was scoring on offense, rebounding or playing defense, Kamden was always around the basketball. He was the tallest player on a team of small players. Kamden attacked the glass, scored in the paint and battled larger players for rebounds. Whenever 815 Certified had an opportunity to score in transition, Kamden effectively scored when he received the pass. He also showed he’s capable of making three-pointers. When he had an opportunity to take a three, he shot it with no hesitation. On defense, he blocked a shot and forced a turnover. The sky’s the limit for this young man. Kamden is a good player who has years to improve his game. I believe he will.

  Kaleb plays strong in the paint. A number of his baskets came off misses from his teammates. Kaleb was the ultimate clean up man. He’s also an excellent rebounder who dominated the glass on both ends of the court. In some instances, he showed the ability to knock down mid-range shots. Anything within fifteen feet of the basket, more than likely went through the net. Kaleb excelled at doing all the intangibles his team needed to be successful. He was effective at setting screens and going after every loose ball he could get his hands on. On defense, he was great at protecting the paint and being a physical presence against the opposition. If he extends his shooting range outside the three-point line, Kaleb could become a serious problem for opposing teams.  

Wyatt was the most complete player in his age group. He excelled at getting around defenders and making plays. Whether it was attacking the basket, knocking down threes or setting up teammates, Wyatt was a major problem for the opposition. He was great at finishing through contact and racking up three-point play opportunities. Wyatt’s a great free throw shooter who converted all his attempts. Rebounding the basketball was also a strength. He didn’t mind battling opposing players in the paint. His defensive boards often led to transition points for other Team Herro players. On one occasion, he was able to grab a rebound and take it coast-to coast for a lay-up. Defensively, he was great at timing the passes from opposing players. This led to multiple steals throughout the game. In my opinion, Wyatt is a young talent who could become an elite player in the coming years.

  He’s a great rebounder who attacked the boards on both ends of the floor. Owen did all the intangibles on the basketball court. It wasn’t just about scoring and I appreciated this aspect of his game. He set perfect screens that allowed his teammates to take high percentage shots. On a number of occasions, Owen ran the floor and scored in transition. Whenever his teammates missed shots, he was always there to rebound and score around the basket. Owen is also a good passer. The majority of his assists were on the money and led to easy scores. Defensively, he was able to block a couple of shots and deter opposing players from easily getting into the paint. Owen needs to add more to his game offensively. Once he develops a jump-shot or the ability to beat defenders off the dribble, Owen could become more of a threat on offense. Keep working Owen!!

  He’s an excellent shooter who looked to score whenever he was behind the three-point line. Diesal is very crafty with finding ways to free himself. He ran around screens and used dribble moves that allowed him to get clean looks at the basket. Don’t be fooled by his shooting prowess! Diesal also attacks the basket when the opportunity presents itself. He was able to do this on multiple occasions. There was a sequence in the game where he used a nice pump-fake to get around his opponent and get into the paint. The threat of him shooting a three allowed him to make a positive play. Diesal is an excellent offensive player. Defensively, he needs to improve his balance. He was beaten on a number of occasions. Once Diesal improves in this area, he could become a very special player. The good news is, Diesal is still young. He has plenty of time to work on this part of his game. Keep it up Diesal!

  I was thoroughly impressed with this young man Saturday morning. He’s already a great ball handler at such a young age. Ahmad literally got anywhere he wanted on the basketball court. He was great at scoring in the paint or dishing off assists to his teammates. Some of his passes were on the flashy side. Most led to easy scores for his teammates. He’s also an excellent shooter who can knock down mid-range shots or long distance three-pointers. Defensively, he excelled at pressuring opposing guards into turnovers. His quick hands allowed him to finish the game with multiple steals. Ahmad is already playing an exciting brand of basketball, imagine what he does when he gets older? Could be scary for the opposition.

  Paxon is an excellent two-way player. He has great instincts on defense. It was shocking to see a player at his age being so tuned in defensively. Paxon finished the game with four steals. Some of those forced turnovers led to transition scores for himself or his teammates. He’s a good ball handler who had no problems getting by opposing defenders and making plays. The majority of his scores came off drives to the basket. Occasionally, he showed the ability to knock down perimeter jump-shots. Paxon is a tough guard who showed no fear attacking the basket, grabbing rebounds or going after loose balls. He plays hard on both ends of the court. If he continues to build his game offensively, Paxon could become a great all around player in the coming years. Keep working Paxon!! 

He’s a hardworking combo guard  who scores and facilitates the basketball. The majority of his assists led to positive outcomes for the team. Tucker excelled at beating defenders off the dribble and getting to the basket. He was one of the most energetic players on the court. Tucker moved around the court faster than everyone. On numerous occasions, he attacked the paint and drew fouls from the opposition. This led to multiple three-point play opportunities from the foul-line. Whenever he had an opportunity to knock down threes, Tucker showed no hesitation. Ultimately, finishing the game with two shots from long distance. Defensively, he was great at playing the passing lanes. This allowed him to force numerous turnovers that led to transition points. Tucker is a promising young player who will become even better with growth and maturity.