Class of 2020: Top Unsigned Seniors (Part I)
The 2020 class is closing in on their final high school season as prep players. Many of the top preps in Louisiana have signed with high, mid, or low major colleges/universities. Even in that truth, there are still some very…
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Continue ReadingThe 2020 class is closing in on their final high school season as prep players. Many of the top preps in Louisiana have signed with high, mid, or low major colleges/universities. Even in that truth, there are still some very skilled players who are looking for a college/university to call home. Some of them will be on very good teams when the playoffs begin next week. A playoff setting will allow some colleges to truly assess the following players and their abilities.
Hobert Grayson IV Hobert Grayson IV 6'5" | SG East Ascension | 2020 State LA
#6 Hobert Grayson IV Hobert Grayson IV 6'5" | SG East Ascension | 2020 State LA (6’5″ / East Ascension) – Grayson is a walking triple-double. He affects a game in so many ways offensively and defensively. It is almost absurd how many things he can do. Grayson is the Spartans best shooter, best scorer, and best defender. On nights when he is stuffing the stat sheet, the Spartans are one of the best teams in 5A. His best attribute may also be to his detriment in recruiting. Teams trying to figure out where he best fits wonder if he is a guard or wing/forward. One thing is for sure, they will be getting a quality player with unlimited potential in their program. (Possible landing spot: Mid to low major DI or Division 2)
Collin Holloway Collin Holloway 6'6" | SF Port Allen | 2020 State LA
#7 Collin Holloway Collin Holloway 6'6" | SF Port Allen | 2020 State LA (6’7″ / Port Allen) – Holloway is a bull in the paint for Port Allen. His ability to carve out space and be a beast on the offensive boards is special to say the least. The post game that Holloway has is not that bad either. Collin has done the work to improve his game and become one of the top players in the state. His skill set is well-suited for a “stretch 4” on the college level. He is a capable outside shooter and adept rebounder. If Port Allen wins a state title largely due to his play, that will go a long well in helping him secure legit offers for his services. (Possible landing spot: Mid to low major DI or Division 2)
#10 TaiReon Joseph TaiReon Joseph 6'2" | SG Scotlandville | 2020 State LA (6’2″ / Scotlandville) – After the NCAA combine, “Scooter” Joseph was one of the hottest names in the south because of his shooting ability and ability to attack the rim. He has continued that play throughout the season and has helped Scotlandville to a national ranking per ESPN. The bottom line is Joseph can flat out go. He is a streaky shooter and top notch slasher who plays defense. Joseph has that problem that many 6’2″ guards have, which position would be his best. Wherever he is recruited to play, he is going to give his best effort. (Possible landing spot: Low major DI or Division 2)
#11 Cody Deen Cody Deen 5'9" | PG Bossier | 2020 State LA (5’10” / Bossier) – Deen has played this whole season seemingly with a chip on his shoulder. If he is using the missed free throw in the 4A championship as motivation, it has worked. Deen has led the Bearkats to the best record in 3A by being two different guards rolled into one. He has been the prototypical point guard distributing and making sure others get going. When he decides to take over offensively, he can go off on solo miniruns which have buried teams this season. Deen is crafty but lethal. A program on the next level would love a leader like him. (Possible landing spot: Low major DI or Division 2) – pictured above
#12 Byron Joshua Byron Joshua 5'10" | PG Crescent City | 2020 State LA (5’10” / Crescent City) – Joshua is another point guard who can score in big numbers on all three levels. As lead guard, he has helped Crescent City to three straight state finals winning one in 2017. This season, the Pioneers are the top team in Division IV widely due to Joshua and his scoring exploits. Not only has he proven that he can be a top point guard, he has proven that a team can win with him leading in scoring. Winning a state title, in a new division, will show teams on the next level that he can lead a team with the pass or the shot. (Possible landing spot: Low major DI or Division 2)
While the majority of the top 15 players in the state have signed, these young men above have still yet to ink their national letter of intent. Business should pick up for them after March with subsequent senior tryouts and campus visits. Look for these preps, and others, to have a home when the national signing day comes on April 15th.