Marsh Madness Standouts (Part I)
The Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) began its state championships, also known as Marsh Madness, with games from classes 1A and C. After four games were played, the finals were set for the weekend. Pleasant Hill and Hicks will…
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Continue ReadingThe Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) began its state championships, also known as Marsh Madness, with games from classes 1A and C. After four games were played, the finals were set for the weekend. Pleasant Hill and Hicks will play in class C while Port Allen and Rayville will have a rematch of last year’s final in class 2A. In all the games, there were standout performances. We will take a look at who were some of the best of the best from Marsh Madness during the semifinal and final rounds.
Montonious Burrough
Montonious Burrough / 5’10” / Pleasant Hill – Burrough is one of those guards who can do multiple things on the floor. On day one, he was a one man gang for large portions of Pleasant Hill’s win against Summerfield. Burrough showed that he can handle the rock in tight spaces and score on three levels. He was able to carve out space for a couple of putback rebounds that helped the Mighty Eagles stay in front. In the championship game for class C, he was even better. When Hicks made their run, Burrough scored five crucial points to right the ship. He won the Most Outstanding Player award and Pleasant Hill won the title because of his play.
Frederick Ford / 6’3″ / Pleasant Hill – Ford was the player doing damage to Summerfield when Burrough was not. As an athletic forward, he took advantage of his matchup with the Rebel bigs numerous times with his quick first step. He is also quick off the floor with his second jump. This allowed him to obtain offensive rebounds very quickly. His leaping ability allowed him to block a couple of attempts as well. Against Hicks, Ford used his quickness to take players off the dribble and his length to finish at the rim. Ford is very much an under-the-radar wing/forward. Winning a state championship may place him on the radar of college coaches near and far.
Da’tron Davis / 5’10” / Hicks – Davis was the best player on the floor during Hicks victory over Simpson. He scored from the outside and on the break during the game. What was most important, Davis controlled the tempo of the game. His 19 points came from creating shots for himself. Because he created those opportunities, his six assists came easier. Davis proved he could be a capable guard on the next level because he understands how the game is played.
Collin Holloway Collin Holloway 6'6" | SF Port Allen | 2020 State LA / 6’6″ / Port Allen – Holloway was the key figure in bringing Port Allen their first state title. During the semifinal and final, Holloway got a chance to show how his game has expanded. On the perimeter, he displayed three point range with his shots the begin the game. In both games in Lake Charles, Holloway showed his improved handle and passing ability. He found teammates with textbook and fancier passes in the open floor on several occasions. Holloway still found time to command the paint on route to his 60-plus point Marsh Madness performance. He is definitely a player who should command a lot of attention when recruiting opens up in April. (Pictured above by the Advocate)
Latrell Holly / 6’1″ / Alexandria – Holly has had a very good Marsh Madness to say the least. He ended up being the Most Outstanding Player of the championship game because of his play on both ends of the court. In the open floor or the half court, Holly finds a way to get to the basket. His ability to slash and take players off the dribble proved too hard for Hahnville and Bonnabel to guard. While Holly might end up playing football on the next level, his play in the state championships way earn him an opportunity to play both at a school who is willing. He can be a welcome addition to both. (Picture by Town Talk)
Saturday will conclude Marsh Madness with the four championships left to be decided. Other players will have a chance to leave a mark and create a legacy for their schools when games start at 2pm.