DC JamFest Superlatives: Shot-Blockers
With DC JamFest officially in the books, the real work has begun for the Prep Hoops Staff. You can continue to expect comprehensive coverage of the tournament throughout this week. Here is a closer look at six of the best…
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Continue ReadingWith DC JamFest officially in the books, the real work has begun for the Prep Hoops Staff. You can continue to expect comprehensive coverage of the tournament throughout this week. Here is a closer look at six of the best shot-blockers we saw at the tournament.
CAMERON BROWN | 6’7 C | MD3D/MARRIOTS RIDGE ’20
Brown has long arms and is very vigilant defensively. He is not afraid to mix it up in the paint and meet opponents at the rim.
KEVIN KALU | 6’7 C | TEAM MELO/CITY ’22
Kalu is naturally gifted physically. He has good length and large hands. Kalu an instinctive rim-protector who gets off the ground quickly and has excellent timing when contesting shots.
JULIAN REESE | 6’8 C | TEAM DURANT/ST. FRANCES ’21
Reese is adept at walling up and using his length to be disruptive around the basket. Another thing he does well is secure the ball after blocking a shot.
EFTON REID | 7’0 C | TEAM TAKEOVER/STEWARD ’21
Almost every shot taken in the paint near Reid is either blocked or altered. He’s very good at contesting shots without fouling and using his size to his advantage.
ABDOU SAMB | 6’6 C | DC PREMIER/DOUGLASS ’21
Samb has very long arms and a high motor which most good shot blockers have. He clearly takes pride in protecting the paint, but has to be careful not to commit fouls in some situations.
DAVID SOLOMON | 6’6 F | TEAM DURANT/LAKE BRADDOCK ’22
Solomon recovers in help side more quickly than the average defender. He reacts quickly and has excellent coordination when timing his blocks.