All North Louisiana Team (2019-2020)
With the naming of All-City, All-Metro, and All-Area teams this week by news outlets, we are officially putting a bow on the 2019-2020 basketball season. There were some players who had phenomonal seasons. We will take a look at who…
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Continue ReadingWith the naming of All-City, All-Metro, and All-Area teams this week by news outlets, we are officially putting a bow on the 2019-2020 basketball season. There were some players who had phenomonal seasons. We will take a look at who was the best of the best in north Louisiana and name the players who consists of the All North Louisiana team.
1st Team
Melvion Flanagan (6’0″ / Peabody / Sr.) – Flanagan had a season players dream of. He was MOP of the state championship game, Cenla MVP, and the 4A most oustanding player. Whoever signs him on the next level will get a proven point guard and team leader.
Chanse Robinson Chanse Robinson 6'1" | PG Lincoln Prep | 2020 State #238 Nation LA (6’0″ / Lincoln Prep / Sr.) – Robinson had another stellar season averaging a double-double. The 1A most outstanding player helped guide the Panthers to the 1A championship game as his swan song before going to Buffalo.
LaDamien Bradford LaDamien Bradford 6'4" | SG Jonesboro-Hodge | 2020 State #235 Nation LA (6’5″ / Jonesboro-Hodge / Sr.) – Bradford finished his senior campaign with a run to the class 2A quarterfinals. His reward for such a season was being named an all state, 1st team selection as he heads to Texas A&M in the fall.
Nick Traylor Nick Traylor 6'4" | PF Wossman | 2020 State LA (6’4″ / Wossman / Sr.) – The 3A most outstanding player had a super senior season. He took the momentum from his 2019 20-20 championship game and rode it. Traylor also expanded his game and became a more complete player.
Cody Deen Cody Deen 5'9" | PG Bossier | 2020 State LA (5’9″ / Bossier / Sr.) – Another player who used a 2019 championship disappointment to fuel this season was Deen. He helped Bossier navigate a tough schedule to win the 3A title and won himself an All-City MVP. One of the best lead guards in the state.
Decari Markray Decari Markray 6'3" | CG Doyline | 2020 State LA (6’4″ / Doyline / Sr.) – Markray started the season with a double-double against a tough Zwolle team and never looked back. He led the Panthers to a championship avenging an earlier loss to Simsboro and won MOP and Class B MOP along with it.
2nd Team
D’ante Bell (6’7″ / Bossier / Sr.) – Despite his season ending injury, Bell was one of the most dominant bigs on both ends of the floor. He was versatile on offense and an anchor on defense. He earned 3A 1st team all state honors and a state championship. Not bad.
Thomas Howell Thomas Howell 6'7" | PF St. Mary's | 2020 State #307 Nation LA (6’7″ / St. Mary’s / Sr.) – Howell was one of the best double-double machines in the prep game this season. The ULM signee led St. Mary’s to the Division IV semis before bowing out. Howell is as solid as they come and will be great at the next level.
D’Marcus Hall D’Marcus Hall 6'5" | SF Calvary Baptist | 2020 State LA (6’5″ / Calvary Baptist / Sr.) – Hall finished his career at Calvary as the most decorated player in Cavs basketball history. Despite missing out on a state title, he was named an All-star, All state 1st teamer (1A), and an All-City player.
Devonte Snow Devonte Snow 6'2" | CG Natchitoches Central | 2020 State LA (6’2″ / Natchitoches Central / Sr.) – Snow filled the hole left by CJ Carpenter and led the Chiefs to a #1 ranking in 5A. Even though the Chiefs lost in the 2nd round, Snow finished as 1-5A MVP and a 2nd team All-state player. LSUA will love him.
Delatrion Moton Delatrion Moton 6'4" | CG Woodlawn-Shreve | 2021 State LA (6’4″ / Woodlawn-Shreveport / Jr.) – Moton has one of the highest basketball IQs in the prep game. It is one of the reasons (his play is the other) why he was All-City and 2nd team All-state. His future is bright despite this season’s semifinal loss.
Kalep Crane Kalep Crane 6'0" | CG Simsboro | 2020 State LA (6’1″ / Simsboro / Sr.) – Crane was one of the north’s best players. His 1st team All-state selection validates that. Crane spent this season trying to be a better point guard and made strides with that goal. His play on the next level should be that same.
3rd Team
Daniel Ortiz Daniel Ortiz 6'1" | CG Calvary Baptist | 2021 State LA (6’0″ / Southwood / Jr.) – Ortiz proved to be one of the most gifted scorers in the state. His scoring numbers allowed him to be named All state honorable mention, All City, and All district in 1-5A. Look for Ortiz to improve upon these number next season.
Latrell Holly (6’1″ / Alexandria / Sr.) – Holly showed up for his team when they needed him most. His high scoring game against Shreve saved the Trojans season. The 5A first teamer went on to being the 5A MOP as the Trojans won their first title.
Jamal Davis Jamal Davis 5'11" | PG Ouachita Parish | 2020 State LA (6’0″ / Ouachita / Sr.) – Davis was not only the Lions most consistent player, he was their best player. Being named 2-5A MVP and All-state 2nd team solidified that fact. On the next level, Louisiana College will benefit from his growth as a lead guard.
Marcus Jones Marcus Jones 6'3" | SG Peabody | 2020 State LA (6’3″ / Peabody / Sr.) – One of the best defensive players in the state, Jones helped Peabody to another state title in their first year back in 4A. Look for Jones to build on this success as he moves to the next level in his basketball career.
Kenny Hunter Kenny Hunter 6'10" | C Huntington | 2020 State LA (6’9″ / Huntington / Sr.) – The Raider post was spectacular the whole season. His double-double average allowed him to be named All-City first team, an LHSBCA all star,and a 4A All-state selection. Watch him continue his growth at LA Tech next season.
Jakemin Abney Jakemin Abney 6'3" | CG Simsboro | 2020 State LA (6’3″ / Simsboro / Sr.) – The Simsboro senior was a 1st team All state selection. He was also the most versatile player on a hard-nosed Tiger team who came within a shot of being champions. LSUA will be happy to have a player his caliber in their midst.
Honorable Mention
Herman Key Herman Key 5'11" | PG BTW-Shreveport | 2020 State LA (BTW-Shreveport), Tim King Tim King 6'0" | CG Bossier | 2020 State LA (Bossier), Javion Richard (West Monroe), Jamaria Clark Jamaria Clark 6'2" | CG Doyline | 2023 State LA (Doyline), Isreal Edwards Isreal Edwards 6'3" | CG Green Oaks | 2020 State LA (Green Oaks), Kendall Coleman Kendall Coleman 6'7" | PF Captain Shreve | 2020 State LA (Captain Shreve), John Mitchell John Mitchell 6'3" | CG Captain Shreve | 2021 State LA (Captain Shreve), Michael Pryor Michael Pryor 6'5" | PF Woodlawn-Shreve | 2020 State LA (Woodlawn-Shreveport), Charquez Owens Charquez Owens 6'3" | CG Ouachita Parish | 2020 State LA (Ouachita), Kaijalon Smith (Peabody), Desmond McQuain Desmond McQuain 6'2" | SG Alexandria | 2020 State LA (Alexandria), Devonte Austin Devonte Austin 6'0" | CG Wossman | 2021 State LA (Wossman), Terrikiris Smith Terrikiris Smith 6'3" | SG Wossman | 2020 State LA (Wossman), Rayshun McCullar Rayshun McCullar 6'1" | PG Huntington | 2022 State LA (Huntington), Labree Williams Labree Williams 6'6" | SF Calvary Baptist | 2023 #186 Nation FL (Calvary Baptist), Rollin Belton Rollin Belton 6'7" | PF Ruston | 2021 State LA (Ruston), Jayshun Miller Jayshun Miller 6'0" | CG Homer | 2020 State LA (Homer), Brodie Romero Brodie Romero 6'0" | PG Benton | 2021 State LA (Benton), Bryce Roberts Bryce Roberts 6'1" | CG Parkway | 2021 State LA (Parkway), Jourdain Dishmond Jourdain Dishmond 6'7" | PF Holy Savior Menard | 2021 State LA (Menard), Nate Braden (Lakeview), Jalen McDonald (Red River), Patrick McCraney Patrick McCraney 6'2" | CG Neville | 2022 State LA (Neville), Darrien Perry Darrien Perry 6'1" | PG Plain Dealing | 2021 State LA (Plain Dealing), Hunter Strickland Hunter Strickland 6'7" | C Weston | 2020 State LA (Weston)
The 2019-2020 season was a great one. North Louisiana showed that they have some very talented teams and players. Hopefully a new season will bring about continued success for the players who are leaving and for the players who will be returning next year.