Sophomores Primed For Big Seasons
We’re still 6 weeks away from the official start of basketball practice in Kentucky but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to look ahead to what should be a terrific 2019-2020 season. Here’s a look at some Sophomores who can…
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Continue ReadingWe’re still 6 weeks away from the official start of basketball practice in Kentucky but that doesn’t mean it’s too early to look ahead to what should be a terrific 2019-2020 season. Here’s a look at some Sophomores who can make a big impact in Kentucky this season. They are presented in no particular order.
Aden Slone, Danville – Slone left Boyle County early last season and will have to sit a full year before he gets eligible to play but he’ll have the keys to the offense from day one once he can play. He and Dante Hayden will be the go to scorers for a rebuilding Danville team but Aden is electric with the ball in his hands and can really score even though he prefers to facilitate offense for others.
Christian Spalding, Eastern – Another point guard, Spalding has the potential to be the best young lead guard in the city of Louisville. After a good summer, Christian has impressed plenty of folks with his ability to facilitate for himself and others. He played in 30 games as a freshman last season and is likely to be a double figure scorer as a starter this year.
Jackson Twombly, Frankfort – Jackson had a monster game last season in the regional tournament against Scott County and returns for his Sophomore year without having to play behind John Tillman any longer. Jackson is highly efficient as a scorer and really skilled as a post scorer. He also hit multiple threes in multiple games this summer and that part of his game cannot be underestimated either.
JiArius Webb, Owensboro Catholic – Long and athletic, Webb has a ridiculous amount of potential. He can hit a midrange jumper and can score around the block. He may ultimately be a stretch 4 or a wing player but right now he does most of his damage on the block but he keeps showing the ability to catch and face up. As he gets more comfortable putting the ball on the floor, look for him to be the best player in Owensboro this season.
Kennedy “Keno” Hayden, Ballard – Hayden didn’t see the varsity floor much last season but that will change this season as Keno was a starter for Ballard all summer. He keeps growing and improving and could potentially be a top 10-15 player in the class by this time next year. If he can limit his turnovers, Ballard may not miss a beat from last season.
Brytton Walker, Warren East – Seeing that he would likely sit the bench behind Ksuan Casey again this year, Walker made the transfer from Madisonville to Warren East. East will be very young this season and their success could depend on how they gel and play early this year but Walker has worked to improve his body since last year. He’s already skilled on the block but doesn’t have great foot speed. If he can move better as a Sophomore, he has a chance to be an impact player in the 4th.
Kason Hinson, Augusta – Hinson has a high basketball IQ and a good skill level. What he didn’t have at Bracken County was a ton of help. Augusta isn’t going to blow anyone away with talent level but his supporting cast should be better so Kason should have more assists this year as he is still likely to draw plenty of attention from opposing defenders.