Area Codes Super 80 Top Performers
The Area Codes Super 80 Showcase was filled with talent, highlighted by a bevy of underclassmen. Here are a look at some of the top performers. Christian Anigwe 6’6″ PF 2018 Desert Vista Christian had a very solid showing on…
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Continue ReadingThe Area Codes Super 80 Showcase was filled with talent, highlighted by a bevy of underclassmen. Here are a look at some of the top performers.
Christian Anigwe 6’6″ PF 2018 Desert Vista
Christian had a very solid showing on Friday. Standing on the tall side of 6'6″ he showed good ball skills as he was able to put it on the floor and convert a lot of short drives. Anigwe is lengthy and mobile and is very active on the court. He runs the floor well and also hit some mid range jumpers.
Destin Barnes 6’5″ SF 2016 Planet Athlete
Barnes is an intriguing prospect. The 6'5″ post graduate is a lengthy, athletic wing with a variety of skills. The Chicago native, normally known for his outside shooting stroke, put the ball on the floor and made some plays at the rim. He was good in transition and proved that he can defend multiple positions. Destin finished ranked as the #39 prospect in the 2015 class by Prep Hoops Illinois.
Tyson Beringer 6’7″ PF 2017 Poston Butte
Tyson is thin but is very long and active. He played fearless at the basket and looked to finish above the rim at every possible chance. Beringer is tough as he embraced contact. The mobile big certainly needs to add strength but is definitely one to look out for.
Jimmy Brown 6’7″ PF 2017 Highland
Jimmy had a solid showing. The junior forward is very agile and finished well at the rim. He's tough, has the ability to put it on the floor for short drives, and is good on the glass.
George Faull 6’7″ PF 2017 Flagstaff
Faull had a solid showing. The 6'7″ junior showed really good footwork around the rim where he was able to finish on a consistent basis. He also rebounded well.
Nick Johnson 6’3″ SG 2016 Boulder Creek
Johnson had a strong showing in the final game. The 6'3″ redhead shot the ball with range and confidence. He knows what he does best and sticks to it.
Isaiah Jones 6’7″ PF 2016 Shadow Mountain
Jones had a really nice day. He showed why he is considered one of the better big men in the 2016 class. The 6'7″ wide body knows how to play with his back to the basket. He is patient and uses his body well allowing him to read where the defender is counter off them and score at the rim.
Jared Martin 6’4″ SF 2018 Saguaro
Martin's toughness was certainly on display Friday. The 6'4″ sophomore is a physical guard that doesn't back down. He shot it well from 3, handled it in transition, and made some plays with the ball in his hands.
Bryce Meadows 6’1″ G 2018 Coronado
Meadows was a late addition to the event. The 6'1″ guard showed up and played great. Always low to the ground, it was hard for defenders to keep Bryce in front of them. He made some slick moves allowing him to get to the rim and utilize some crafty finishes.
Dante Morales 5’10” PG 2019 Planet Athlete
Morales is an implant from New Jersey. The freshman point guard plays with a great deal of confidence. He has a very skilled handle and shot it well from the perimeter.
Dominic Rogiers 5’10” PG 2016 Paradise Valley
Rogiers had a solid day, getting to the rim and making plays for himself and others. He also shot it well off the bounce.
Malik Simmons 6’1″ PG 2016 Mountain Pointe
Malik was solid by leading his team and defending well. He played with a lot of poise and made some nice passes to get teammates open shots.
Walter Talley 6’6″ SF 2019 Cesar Chavez
Talley was a man among boys Friday. The 6'6″ freshman is a man child when playing against guys his age. He got to the rim at will and finished through contact. He also knocked down shots from the perimeter.
Jachai Taylor 6’6″ F 2016 Planet Athlete
A big time athlete. Taylor is another Chicago native at Planet Athlete. The 6'6″ forward displayed his athleticism and activity. He also showed a nice handle and was able to knock down shots from the perimeter.
Dischon Thomas 6’7″ PF 2018 Coronado
Thomas was the top performer on Friday. The 6'7″ sophomore has improved each and every outing. He looked very good around the rim displaying nice footworks and a very soft touch. He is more comfortable on the floor which has translated into more production. In addition, the lengthy Charlotte native has continued to grow.
CJ Van Beekum 6’4″ SG 2016 Paradise Valley
CJ started the day slow as he got stripped numerous times early on and his shot was just not falling. However, he began to step it up in the second half of his first game after he got confidence by seeing a few shots fall. He is very smooth and can score when set and off the dribble.
Trey Wood 6’6″ PF 2018 Anthem Prep
Wood performed well on Friday. The lengthy sophomore shot it well from the perimeter, put it on the floor, and showed his motor with his activity on the glass. He needs to add strength but is young and will likely grow a couple more inches.