Virginia Rankings Breakdown: 2019 Guards
The Vantage Hoops Virginia 2019 Top 60 Rankings were introduced yesterday, and now it’s time to take a closer look. Below is a breakdown of the top 5 guards in the class. Stay tuned for more content, including additional position-by-position break-downs, under-the-radar…
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Continue ReadingThe Vantage Hoops Virginia 2019 Top 60 Rankings were introduced yesterday, and now it’s time to take a closer look. Below is a breakdown of the top 5 guards in the class. Stay tuned for more content, including additional position-by-position break-downs, under-the-radar spotlights, and more.
PG Anthony Harris | Paul VI | #3 Overall
One of the most complete guards in his class, Anthony Harris has demonstrated an outstanding skill level along with consistent aggression and tenacity on both ends of the court. At 6-foot-3 and still growing, Harris is able to be effective on or off the ball. He is a capable 3 point threat who also has the ability to break down defenders off the bounce, get into the paint, and create for others as well as finish efficiently with either hand around the rim. Defensively, he plays an engaged brand, and exhibits solid instincts. Harris reacts well to passing lanes, and rebounds well for his position.
PG Sherif Kenney | Bishop O’Connell | #5 Overall
Owning a good blend of size, skill, and a high basketball IQ, Sherif Kenney is an intriguing lead guard prospect. The 6-foot-4 rising sophomore is a quick, crafty handler who can dish accurate passes with either hand. He has a strong frame, and does a good job on the defensive boards for a guard. Kenney always has his head up, and is usually in good position to deliver a pinpoint assist in the open court as well as in half court sets. While he can make shots off the dribble and from the catch, Kenney is very deliberate with his shot selection and does a good job getting others involved.
CG Jay Heath | Bishop O’Connell | #6 Overall
Jay Heath plays with a great deal of energy on both ends of the court. The 6-foot-3 combo guard is an aggressive on-ball defender who is active with his hands and alert off the ball. Heath crashes the boards relentlessly on both ends of the court, and does a great job pushing the ball in transition. He’s a solid paint getter who can finish through contact with touch in the paint. His jump shot still requires a bit of consistency, but heath is a capable 3 point shooter from the catch. His middle game is effective, and he does a nice job finding open teammates off the dribble. The motor he displays is tremendous. Heath never takes a play off, and has a short memory. He always looks forward to the next play.
PG Chase Coleman | Maury | #10 Overall
One of the most consistent two-way guards in his class, Chase Coleman is a reliable playmaker who can stretch the floor efficiently. The lefty is a knock down 3 point threat who can shoot accurately from the catch or off the bounce. Coleman a speedster in the open court who is very crafty around the rim. He can work ball screens in half court sets, and ambidextrously thread the needle with a series of pocket passes. A tenacious, pesky on-ball defender, Coleman is equally effective off the balls given his ability to dodge picks and read passing lanes. His leadership intangibles are excellent, and he comes from good bloodlines. The younger brother of national champion point guard Matt Coleman, Chase has a bright future in his own right.
PG Xavier Johnson | Episcopal | #13 Overall
An old school floor general who gained a great deal of experience as a state champ, Xavier Johnson is a tough, skilled lead guard who exhibits an exceptional two-way feel for the game. Johnson is a very reliable playmaker who takes care of the ball and sees plays before they develop. He’s a solid paint getter who uses floaters to score over bigs in the lane, and efficiently finishes with either hand around the basket. Johnson is a dead-eye three point threat from the catch. He does a good job using head fakes, and is an effective mid range jump shooter off the bounce. Johnson is a very good foul shooter who isn’t afraid to take and make big shots down the stretch.