Grassroots Feature: Team Loaded 434 16U
Formerly the VABA Bruins, this talented group coached by UVA Women’s Assistant Coach Tim Taylor was absorbed by Team Loaded prior to last season. They are well coached, play hard and are chock full of under the radar talent that will surprise coaches.
RECORD LAST SUMMER: 20-10
ROSTER
Malachi Poindexter, Chris Shelton, Antonio Puaauli-Pelham, Myles Ward, Xavier Kane, Blake Leake, Mark Carter, AJ Gregory, Nick Reese, Robert Smith, Caleb Perez
PROJECTED STARTING LINEUP
Dalton Taylor, Malachi Poindexter, Chris Shelton, Xavier Kane, Myles Ward and Antonio Puaauli-Pelham in some variety.
SCHEDULE/KEY DATES
Hoop Group Pitt Jam April 28-30
Team Loaded Richmond May 6-7
Hoop Group Southern Jam May 19-21
Big Shots Myrtle Beach July 13-16
Adidas Summer Showcase in Richmond, Va July 22-23
TBD July 27-30
GOALS
“Create a winning mentality, work on fundamentals that translate to the next level, and help players overcome adversity.”
ADDITIONAL THOUGHTS/NOTES
“There are several potential DI athletes and high IQ basketball players on this team. Each will be able to play at some collegiate level. Young team with 3 freshman on it.”