Big Time Bump Was Big Time
Ron Bailey, Publisher
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Second Team 17 and under All Star Team
Toles Hartman, 6’6”, 210 lbs, Sr., F, North
Cross (VA), East Coast Fusion – Long and athletic, Hartman also
possesses a smooth jumper from deep or mid-range. Toles, a Roanoke kid,
must work on his ball patting going forward. Is being recruited by Big
South and SoCon schools (Twitter).
Athletic forward Toles Hartman is multi-faceted.
TyShawn Bell, 6’6”, 215 lbs, Post Grad, F, Maine Central (ME), Delaware Takeover – Bell, a Delaware kid, loves to shoot the rock and is attempting to become more of an all around player. GW is interested, while he indicated Siena and South Florida have offered. (Twitter)
Mikael Hopkins, 6’8”, 220 lbs, Jr. F/C, DeMatha Catholic (MD), Team Takeover – Big East, SEC, ACC and Atlantic 10 schools are on Hopkins, some offering (like Maryland, Florida, Clemson, and Syracuse), others being close to it (such as G’Town and Xavier). Hopkins plays harder now, markedly so, but still at times can fade in and out. Is developing his skill set.
Jalyn Bond, 6’7”, 210 lbs, Sr. F, East Coast Elite – Active and long, bond is reportedly getting looks from LaSalle, UVA, Villanova, West Virginia, FSU and NC State. Fairly raw now, Bond still likes to drive with his right hand, particularly on iso-type plays. Shot selection is at times questionable.
Too often fans and recruiters sleep on Mo Williams (driving)
Mo Williams, 5’11”, 160 lbs, Sr., G, Bishop O’Connell (VA), Team Takeover Orange – ‘Steady Eddie’ describes Mo, who is getting mid-major looks; Williams can play both guard positions, and generally makes the right play. Needs to get stronger and more minutes as a one in high school.
16/15 Under All Star Team
MVP: Julian DeBose, 6’4”, 185 lbs, Jr., G/F, St. Johns (DC), Team Takeover (16u) – DeBose proved why Big East, ACC, and CAA schools are on point in recruiting him, as he’s capable of slashing and finishing at a high level. Understands both handle and consistent outside shooting are necessary improvements.
Taylor Abt, 6’7”, 190 lbs, Jr., F, Georgetown Prep (MD), Team Takeover (16u) – Abt is a player that with grades and a budding inside game, will be high major in college.
Julian Dubose (23), is up and coming in terms of high major recruitment.
Devin Miller, 6’5”, 200 lbs, So. Potomac (MD), Disciples (16u) – Smith can drive, shoot, and fill lanes; is a guy that will create buzz going forward.
Jerami Grant, 6’6”, 170 lbs, So, DeMatha (MD), Team Takeover (15u/16u) - Possessing long arms, Jerami uses them to his advantage while draining jumpers and attempting to attack the rim.
Zach Hayes, 5’9’, 145lbs, Jr., PG, Mefflinburg (PA), JB Hoops (16u) – Heady point man can shoot, defend, and lead.
Diquan Coleman, 6’0”, 155 lbs, So., PG, Kima (DC), Maryland Canes (15u) – Plays with savvy, can score and find teammates.
Diquan Coleman loves to attack the rim
Deandre Kelly, 6’7”, 180 lbs, So., F, Rockville (DC) Maryland Canes (15u) – Long frontcourt guy who can score around the tin and in mid-range.
Mo Berchie, 5’10”, 150 lbs, So., G, Flint Hill School (VA), VA Elite (15u) – Crafty ball handler that attacks.
Mo Haynes, 5’11”, 160 lbs, So., PG, Bishop Ireton (VA), United Force (15u) – Lead guard that knows game and makes plays.
Darius Parson can be dubbed a power guard
Darius Parson, 6’2”, 185 lbs, So., G/F, Woodridge (VA), United Force (15u) – A standout on the gridiron, Parsons plays with strength and heart, while also being able to slash and defend, on the hardwood.
Dajuan Graf, 5’11”, 150 lbs, So., G, Phillip O’Berry (NC), Charlotte Select (15u) – Exciting perimeter guy has skills and athletic ability.
Myles Tate is the consumate floor leader
Myles Tate, 5’5”, 130 lbs, So., G, Briarwood (VA), Hoop Magic (15u) – Diminutive lead guard runs a team and scores.