Best Defensive Stars in the 757
Every coach wishes to have a player they can rely on to hold down the defensive side of the ball. With that in mind, an elite defender is an absolute dream. Down below are some 757 players who have…
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Every coach wishes to have a player they can rely on to hold down the defensive side of the ball. With that in mind, an elite defender is an absolute dream. Down below are some 757 players who have established themselves as game changers on the defensive end.
Matthew Nunez- 6’11 Center 2022
Matthew Nunez is a historically great rim protector. The recent addition to the 2022 class holds his school records for shots blocked. With two years of high school play left, Nunez has a chance to go down as one of the 757s best shot blockers ever.
George Cutler IV George Cutler IV 6'1" | PG Cape Henry Collegiate | 2022 State VA – 6’1 Point Guard 2022
George Cutler IV George Cutler IV 6'1" | PG Cape Henry Collegiate | 2022 State VA is quickly becoming one of the most dominate point guards on the defensive side of the ball in the 757. With good height and a strong build, Cutler gets low and dogs the other teams point guard for every second of the game. With his frame and tenacity, Cutler will continue to wreak havoc on the perimeter.
Quentin Livingston Quentin Livingston 6'4" | SF Kings Fork | 2021 State VA – 6’6 Wing 2021
Quentin Livingston Quentin Livingston 6'4" | SF Kings Fork | 2021 State VA has one of the best frames for a defensive player, period. At six and a half feet tall with terrific length, Livingston can arguably guard the 1 through the 4 spot on the floor. Going into his senior year, Livingston will have the chance to establish himself as a defensive nightmare.
Greg Melvin Greg Melvin 6'7" | PF Cape Henry | 2022 State VA – 6’8 Forward 2022
Greg Melvin Greg Melvin 6'7" | PF Cape Henry | 2022 State VA is an intimidating presence in the paint. The rising junior has the size to play the 3 through the 5, but he mostly holds down the paint. Defensively, Melvin is a consistent rebounder and physically imposing down low, providing security for his teammates guarding the perimeter. What makes Melvin a dynamic defensive piece is that he has the quickness to step out and briefly cover guards if needed.
Kendon Peebles Kendon Peebles 6'4" | SF Catholic | 2022 State VA – 6’4 Guard 2022
Peebles is one of the most active defenders in the 757 regardless of class. Possessing great length and height at his position, Peebles can easily guard the 1 through 3 both at this level and likely at the next. Given his high energy, Peebles will also be one of the biggest thiefs in the 757 when it comes to playing the passing lanes.