Player Spotlight: Duncan Reid
When Duncan Reid stepped on to the floor at Skyridge High School for the first time he made an immediate splash. Duncan opened his high school career as a freshman by scoring 20 points. At the conclusion of his freshman…
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Continue ReadingWhen Duncan Reid stepped on to the floor at Skyridge High School for the first time he made an immediate splash. Duncan opened his high school career as a freshman by scoring 20 points. At the conclusion of his freshman year Duncan averaged over 11 points per game. This year he is playing with more confidence and purpose.
The 6’4 shooting guard plays with poise that gives him the ability to take over at times. Duncan is averaging 16 points per game this year and requires the attention of opposing defenses at all times. Duncan is a true student of the game. “Our team watches a lot of film, so I usually feel prepared on who will guard me and I figure out ways to be effective.”
The Skyridge coaching staff has done a great job of honing in on Duncan’s skills as he is constantly running off of screens and moving without the basketball. Most times Duncan finds himself being pushed, held and face-guarded. His ability to get free is impressive and it is also catching the eyes of college coaches. He currently holds an offer from Southern Utah University.
Last season Duncan had the opportunity to play along the side of his older brother Ryan. The Reid brother come from a rich basketball family. Grandfather Rodger Reid was the head coach at SUU, BYU and was an assistant coach with the Phoenix Suns. Grandfather Reid was also drafted by the Atlanta Braves and Chicago White Sox as a shortstop and he played a handful of years in AAA. The athletics don’t stop with his grandfather either. His great uncle Duke was also a legendary athlete and coach in the state as well.
The original Reid Brothers are formed by his father Randy and uncle Robbie both of them could shoot better than most. Uncle Robbie still looks and plays like he could pick up a 10-day contract to this day. After games the old Reid brothers would take the new Reid Brothers to the gym and talk about previous games and how they could get better. Often times leading to competitive games. “It’s awesome to have so many great players in the family, because it has helped me improve a ton.”
We jokingly asked Duncan if he could beat his dad 1 on 1. “Of course I can, but he will never admit it.” This competitive spirit doesn’t end with his dad. “Robbie actually beat me the last time we played, but I’ve also beaten him.” When most players compete on the court during games Duncan also finds himself competing at home with his family. The amazing thing is that he feels no pressure from his family. “My grandfather told me to always play hard even when your shot isn’t going in. If you’re playing hard and playing good defense your offense will come naturally.” These are the things that stick out in Duncan’s mind.
Duncan knows that there is a lot of work to be done and he is happy that he has support from his family, friends and coaches. Duncan also knows that he has his own style of play and his own goals to follow. “My teammates keep me motivated because if I’m not going hard they push me.
Skyridge has the pieces to make run in the playoffs and with a player like Duncan on the team anything is possible. Duncan is a Division 1 player that will only get more offers as he continues to develop. He often hears from Utah Valley University and knows more will follow suit if he worries about what happens on the court and in the classroom.
We want to wish Duncan and his teammates the best going forward.