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There is still plenty of time for class of 2019 prospects to leave a lasting impression on college basketball coaches.
The rising junior class has two more seasons of high school ball and another spring and summer of travel ball garner interest and earn scholarship offers.
The following six prospects didn’t waste any time this summer, however, as their play either solidified the fact that they are Division I prospects or drummed up that type of interest that wasn’t there before.
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2019 guard Hunter Campau continues to improve. Campau just finished his second high school grassroots season, playing for Elite Sports 16u. He gained much needed playing experience, that will help prepare him for his junior season at Timberline High School.
2019 Jalen Fayson is a special talent, that is due for a break out season. Fayson is a 6’4 lanky combo guard with good court vision. He see’s the floor really well and can make plays for his teammates. He has some improving to do on the consistency of his jump shot. “Right now im working on becoming a stronger player. I want to become more confident in my game, so im working a lot on my handles and jumper” said Fayson.
Khalil Goodwin is an up and coming point guard out of Cleveland high school. Goodwin didn’t play heavy minutes this past season, but did receive some minutes, building up his confidence and learning from the guards that were ahead of him. Cleveland is a member of Washington’s tough Metro league, that features some of the states top basketball prospects. Goodwin gained much experience this past season and looks to dominate in the grassroots season.
St. George’s star guard Erik Farias is a hidden gem coming out of Eastern Washington. Farias is a pure shooter, leading his team as the starting point guard. He is scoring pretty easy this season, creating off the dribble for easy buckets for his teammates. He’s averaging 20.6 points per game, scoring a season high 33 points earlier this season.
West Seattle’s new guard Elijah Nnanabu is excited to play in the Metro League.
The 6’3 senior transferred to West Seattle from Federal Way high school. He is a solid combo guard, who has a nice touch on his jump shot. He’s confident with his scoring ability and can also create for others. Nnanabu can’t wait for the season to start.