Baden I-85 Circuit Finals – 2019 Standouts
Prep Hoops SC took in the action at the Baden I-85 Circuit Finals in Spartanburg, SC. This article we will focus on the top 2019 performers from the Palmetto State.
David Muncy – Shannon Forest Christian School (Greenville) / South Carolina Sonics Elite
Muncy 6’1 was a virtual unknown back in April when Prep Hoops first seen him play. Muncy plays with a great deal of swag at times. Muncy originally from Kentucky is a deceptive athlete who can really turn the corner with the ball. Muncy is a confident shooter at times from pulling it from deep range.
Collin Fowler – Riverside HS (Greer) / South Carolina Sonics Elite
Fowler 6’3 left-handed guard scored 16 points in the loss today vs Upward Stars Upstate White 2019. Fowler shoots a old school set shot it seems. Fowler a baseball player at Riverside HS also is crafty at times with the ball and likes to use the up and under move around the rim.
Trey Smith – Landrum HS / Upward Stars Upstate White 2019
Smith a left-handed guard has a very sweet stroke from downtown. Smith has a quick shot release and his a high percentage shooter. Smith averaged 25.9 ppg, 4.3 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 3 steals last season for the 20-7 Cardinals. Smith has scored 1,304 points entering his junior season.
Coker (SC) (NCAA D2) recently offered Smith. Smith scored 18 points in the victory vs the South Carolina Sonics.
Zach Baldinelli – Boiling Springs HS / Upward Stars Upstate White 2019
Baldinelli 6’2 left-handed athletic guard really understands the game with a great basketball IQ. Baldinelli gets to the basket or looks to shoot the 3 ball. Baldinelli attempted to slash the baseline on several occasions this week.
JaVarion Calhoun – Greenwood HS / Upward Stars Upstate White 2019 (pictured on front)
Calhoun 5’9 point guard really likes to push tempo when given the chance. Calhoun shows to have great elevation on mid-range jumper. Calhoun was a pest today on the defensive end of the floor vs the South Carolina Sonics. Calhoun scored 20 points in the victory.