Weaver Has Unheralded Supporting Cast At Rockledge
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In solidifying his potential McDonald’s All American pedigree, 6-foot-5 point guard Elijah Weaver was the engine that catapulted Oldsmar Christian to a 2017 SIAA state championship
Now back home at Rockledge High School, Weaver’s near triple double numbers prove why he’s one of the nation’s most intriguing Class of 2018 signees and a potential one-and-done in college.
While Weaver shot the rock at 50+ percent from the floor as a junior, the USC-bound guard’s clutch play in the state tournament was pivotal. Creating offense, drawing in defenders and either kicking in key assists or getting a critical bucket, the threat he posed for defenses was evident. The bullish lefty decided on Southern California shortly after his September 2nd campus visit.
Coursing through Weaver’s veins is unbridled energy, the foresight to initiate and get guys involved at the right spots, and a killer instinct.
Many highly-lauded recruits equated with the same star clout and advanced skill set simply so not have the pressure steering qualities as Weaver.
Weaver was the biggest moving piece in the mass exodus of players at Oldsmar Christian.
The traditional SIAA power underwent a major transformation in which the roster was thoroughly cleansed.
A pair of coaching changes prior to the 2017-18 campaign led to the shake up.Weaver’s decision to return home ultimately had to do with the opportunity to play before his family and hometown fan base.
While Weaver is a nationally known and proven commodity, his supporting cast at Rockledge has been instrumental in helping him prosper.
Zavien Stevens, Class of 2018
Gritty guard’s 43 point explosion against Satellite is emblematic of the scoring capabilities within the hard-attacking Stevens. While Stevens looks to get to the rim first, he’s displayed a sweet stroke with a set 3-pointer.
The key for Stevens is developing a quicker shot release that is translatable to the next level of play.
Carlos Jones, Class of 2018
Adept at scoring off the dribble, the kid they call “CJ” is a dependable supplementary option.
Both Jones and Stevens possess the scoring aptitude to shoulder the same role as 6-foot-5 guard D.J. Mitchell alongside Weaver at Oldsmar. With a pull up game and an ability to get out and run, Jones’ style is tailor cut for the breakneck transition game Weaver is known to trigger.
Robbie Hicks, Class of 2018
Veteran guard brings critical leg of scoring with battle-tested catch and stick game. Has evolved as hard finisher who can get to the rim and manufacture points.