Spring Recap: 2022 Standouts
The Prep Hoops team hit several grassroots tournaments during a busy spring, and now it’s time to reflect on what we saw. With the initial 2022 rankings on the horizon, here is a breakdown of the biggest local standouts from…
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Continue ReadingThe Prep Hoops team hit several grassroots tournaments during a busy spring, and now it’s time to reflect on what we saw. With the initial 2022 rankings on the horizon, here is a breakdown of the biggest local standouts from the class.
FAVOUR AIRE | 6’10 C | NEW WORLD/MCNAMARA
Favour Aire is an elite rim protector who can score inside out. He is currently in the conversation for top prospect in this class.
NOAH BATCHELOR | 6’5 F | MID ATLANTIC SELECT/GORETTI
Noah Batchelor is a high level athlete who can make shots on the wing. Batchelor is another who is in the convo for #1 overall.
DARREN BUCHANAN JR. | 6’5 G | TEAM DURANT/WILSON
Darren Buchanan Jr. is an athletic wing who can make plays offensively in half court but is best in transition.
DUG MCDANIEL | 5’9 PG | TEAM TAKEOVER/PAUL VI
Dug McDaniel has elite quickness and feel which make him an attractive lead guard prospect. McDaniel is certainly in the discussion for #1 overall in Virginia.
GREG MELVIN | 6’6 F | DISTRICT WAWG/CAPE HENRY
Greg Melvin is a versatile forward who can score inside out and defend multiple positions. He parlayed a standout freshman campaign into a series of solid performances on the grassroots circuit.
JUDAH MINTZ | 6’3 G | TEAM TAKEOVER/GONZAGA
Judah Mintz has thrust himself into the conversation for #1 overall after some outstanding performances this spring.
RODNEY RICE | 6’3 G | TEAM DURANT/BULLIS
Rodney Rice is a cold-blooded scorer who can shoot it with the best. Rice will be considered for the top overall spot.
DAVID SOLOMON | 6’5 F | TEAM DURANT/LAKE BRADDOCK
David Solmon is a high level athlete with unlimited defensive potential as a result of his raw physical tools. He will only become more dominant as he grows into his body and his offensive skill set improves.
CESAR TCHILOMBO | 6’8 C | GLOBAL SQUAD/JOHN CARROLL
Cesar Tchilombo is a robust paint presence who is adept at blocking shots and rebounding. Tchilombo is another who will be considered for #1 overall.
TYRELL WARD | 6’5 G | NEW WORLD/DEMATHA
Tyrell Ward has big time potential as an all-around wing prospect as a result of his intriguing bled of length, skill, and athleticism. He will also receive consideration for the top overall ranking.