Bama Jam17u Standouts
Bama Jam wrapped. Though there is plenty of games to watch in the coming days, these are players that made a strong impression. If there is a number to the left of the player’s name, then they are currently ranked…
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Continue ReadingBama Jam wrapped. Though there is plenty of games to watch in the coming days, these are players that made a strong impression. If there is a number to the left of the player’s name, then they are currently ranked in Tennessee. Felix Okpara Felix Okpara 6'11" | C Hamilton Heights | 2022 #51 Nation MO is the only 2022 player below, as he played 17u with EAB.
#50 Ametri Moss Ametri Moss 6'0" | PG Clarksville Northwest | 2021 State TN
Facing the Tennessee Blazers Friday night, Ametri earned his way to the free throw line constantly. The slithery combo guard brought a reputation for scoring and then scoring and then scoring. Moss comfortably buried a calm wing triple to briefly demoralize the Blazer unit.
#5 Felix Okpara Felix Okpara 6'11" | C Hamilton Heights | 2022 #51 Nation MO (EAB 17u) ’22
This observation window is causing a second guessing. Is Felix the best prospect in Tennessee? His lightness on his feet is absurd. The long, lean center might just be a lifelong professional basketball player. The post defense by Felix sets him apart from almost every high school center, and yet he can do even more.
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#28 Riggs Abner Riggs Abner 6'6" | SG Green Hill | 2021 State TN ( Tennessee Tigers )
Abner gave effort on the offensive glass, as per usual. One of Abner’s most beautiful plays of the weekend was a left-handed scoop layup. After the weekend, Riggs mentioned he was playing through a food illness.
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Game 1: 22 points
Game 2: 22 points
Game 3: 27 pointsHayden Treadwell
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Kaleb Powell Kaleb Powell 6'3" | PG Beech | 2021 State TN ( Tennessee Tigers )
Postseason games are frequently won at the free throw line. Considering this, it is imperative for basketball teams to entrust “foul magnets” with the basketball during crucial stretches. Kaleb is one of these foul magnets. Facing Stars Basketball – Nashville Saturday, Powell earned his way to the foul line repeatedly. Kaleb didn’t showcase his ability to run the offense, per se, but he did make numerous crisp, on-time passes in the halfcourt setting. Powell’s unselfishness is an asset.
#84 Patrick Garrett Patrick Garrett 6'1" | PG Centennial | 2021 State TN (Stars Nashville)
Patrick created a lovely three-pointer off the dribble. Like he did in July, Garrett sped up the floor a disruptive pace. Without his influence the Stars team would lack more dynamism and team speed.
#29 Zion Swader Zion Swader 6'0" | PG Siegel | 2021 State TN (EAB-Team Jennings)
Game 1 (W)- 12 points, 5 assists , 5 boards, 2 steals
Game 2 (W)-12 points (including game-winning free throw)5 assists, 6 boards , 4 steals
Game 3 (L) -22 points, 7 assists, 4 boards
Mo Rutland (PSB Nashville – Mims) ’22
Mo put up some nice stats. It must be mentioned that PSB-Mims played a lighter schedule than some of the other teams featured within. They played the Magic City Mystics, Iron City Huskies, Georgia Rebels, and the Tri-City Elite (GA).
#51 Malachi Parham Malachi Parham 6'3" | CG Hume-Fogg | 2021 State TN (EAB-Team Jennings)
Malachi did what Malachi do…slashed without interruption. Malachi’s tunnel-vision with the basketball is wonderful in those indecisive team moments when somebody, anybody must step forward to create. Parham attacked with purpose all weekend. In the last 6+ months, Parham improved his handle too. The more difficult dribbling moves were smoothly incorporated within his attacks. Parham made defenders look foolish several times.
Dustin Bluhm (EAB-Team Jennings)
Dustin hails from Brentwood High and plays all of 6-foot-7. Over the weekend, Bluhm played technically sound and exhibited concise, crisp low post footwork. His size for the position is merely ok and the explosion off the deck is not great. Bluhm’s court awareness was wonderful, especially when he provided needed help side defense.
Matthew Thurman Matthew Thurman 6'7" | PF Franklin | 2021 State TN (EAB-Team Jennings)
Thurman was typically productive, steady. Never flashy, Thurman provided his team with plenty of two-handed rebounds (6 rpg) and reliable scoring (57.1% fg). Matt “Mountain” Thurman averaged just under 9 points per game over the course of the three-game weekend.
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