Tri-Cities Holiday Classic: Standouts
The Tri-Cities Holiday Classic was hosted by Petersburg High School. The annual event, formally known as the Fort Lee Tournament, features some of the best talent in the state year after year. Here are the standouts from the three day…
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Continue ReadingThe Tri-Cities Holiday Classic was hosted by Petersburg High School. The annual event, formally known as the Fort Lee Tournament, features some of the best talent in the state year after year. Here are the standouts from the three day tournament:
MVP: D’Monte Brown | 2019 | Guard | Petersburg
Probably one of the most underrated guards in the state, 2019 D’Monte Brown continues to prove why he is the best player in the old Central District. The true definition of a dog, Brown does it all. From lock down defense, to shooting from any range, to bullying his way through defenders at the rim, Brown does it all for the Crimson Wave. Averaging double digits throughout the classic, it is not hard to see why Brown was named MVP after his Crimson Wave took home the championship.
Caron Forde | 2020 | Guard | Freedom (Woodbridge)
Ford is a coach’s dream. He does the intangibles. Rebounds. Defends. Just wants to win. The 2020 guard, who we featured not too long ago is really beginning to make a name for himself all over the state. As the go-to guy, and leading rebounder for the Eagles, Forde led his squad to a seventh place spot in the Tri-Cities Classic.
Cameron Kearney | 2022 | Guard | Salem (Virginia Beach)
The freshman guard is one to most definitely keep an eye on. He led his Sundevils with 14 points, and was the catalyst in keeping them in a hard fought defeat against Freedom. His size, length, and athleticism are all key components to his selection as the only freshman on the All-Tournament team.
Maurice Vincent | 2020 | Guard | Carmel School
Vincent led his Carmel Wildcats in defeat in the consolation game. In a game the Wildcats could never seem to bridge the gap in, Vincent stayed poised, and was the spark to his team coming close each time.
Teon Tiller | 2019 | Guard | Thomas Jefferson
One of the best available guards in the state, Tiller does everything possible for his Vikings. In the tournament, he had games of 36, 22, and 20. Tiller has the ability to get to the rim, and draw the foul, as well as shoot the ball at will.
Arnold Anderson | 2019 | Guard | St. Christopher’s
The 2019 guard who will walk on at VCU had a big showing at the Times Dispatch Invitational, and did not let up heading into this one. The quick and shifty guard is a nightmare for defenders.
Elvin Edmonds IV | 2021 | Guard | Hopewell
One of the best sophomores in the state, coach’s son, Elvin Edmonds IV is no surprise to the All-Tournament team. He is poised, and able to control an offense. His range is almost non-existent with his shooting abilities. Edmonds IV currently holds several Division I offers and should continue to see his stock rise.
Tavian Morris | 2020 | Guard | Prince George
The two-sport athlete who led the Royals to an OT victory against Hopewell to advance to the championship game can score at all 3 levels. Whether it’s getting to the rim, and drawing the foul, or pulling the three ball, Morris is a go to scoring option for the Royals.
Jajour Lambert | 2019 | Guard | Prince George
Another 2019 guard that is still available, Royals Jajour Lambert is the definition of point guard. His ability to score, but also create for his teammates is what makes him one of the best guards left on the table.
NaQuan Greer-Lyons | 2021 | Guard/Forward | Petersburg
The transfer guard/forward from Lake Taylor who has returned back to his hometown of Petersburg, and has shown he is not the same kid. His long frame makes it hard for most to defend him on the wing, or in the paint. Since he is young, he still has a chance to put on weight, something that can make him a scary opponent going into the future.