Central Louisiana’s Class 4-A Stand-Outs
When the conversation of Class 4-A Basketball in the State Of Louisiana comes up, the names of a few Programs stand out and brings certain thoughts to your mind such as legacy, powerhouse, tradition, and championships. Central Louisiana is home…
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Continue ReadingWhen the conversation of Class 4-A Basketball in the State Of Louisiana comes up, the names of a few Programs stand out and brings certain thoughts to your mind such as legacy, powerhouse, tradition, and championships.
Central Louisiana is home to one of those Programs. The Peabody Warhorses.
The Peabody Warhorses have set the bar for which most Programs, not just in Class 4-A, but in the entire State of Louisiana, are measured not by. not just the multiple District and State Championships they have won over the year, but also for the number of players they have seen graduate their careers to the next level.
The Peabody Program is not the only Class 4-A Program in Central Louisiana to have success and see a number of its players move on to the next level over the years.
The Tioga Indians have produced a 9 year run that have included 9 consecutive playoff appearance and 4 district championships during that span.
Both Programs have sent a number of its players off to the college ranks and the 2020-2021 season is looking to be no different for the Warhorses, Indians, and other Cenla Class 4-A Programs.
1. Amauri Coleman Amauri Coleman 6'0" | CG Peabody | 2021 State LA (Class Of ’21) 6-2 CG – Peabody Warhorses (Alexandria, LA)
*Excellent Rebounder
*Does A Great Job At Pushing The Ball In Transition
*Has A Great Understanding Of How To Fill The Lane Correctly To Get An Easy Finish At The Rim
*Can Effectively Play Both Guard Positions
*Excellent Mid-Range Scorer
*A Capable 3-Point Shooter
*Excellent Free Throw Shooter
*Good Court Vision
*Very Disruptive On The Defensive End
*Plays The Passing Lanes Well
*A Very Hard Worker That Takes A Business Trip Approach To Every Game. Next Level Work Ethic
2. Qua’Darius Sanders (Class Of ’21) 6-1 PG – Tioga Indians (Tioga, LA)
*Possesses Great Point Guard Instincts
*Solid Passer And Play Maker
*Great Court Vision
*Very Unselfish
*Sets His Teammates Up Well
*Very Good Perimeter Defender (Harasses The Ball Handler Into Making Bad Decisions)
*Can Defend Both Guard Positions
*Has A Nose For The Ball
*Willing To Dive On The Floor For Loose Balls And Do All Of The Other Little Things/Dirty Work
*Makes Good Decisions
*Finishes Well At The Rim (Can Take The Ball Into Traffic And Finish. Not Afraid Of Contact)
3. Jaden Baker (Class Of ’22) 6-4 G/F – Peabody Warhorses (Alexandria, LA)
*Great Versatility (Can Fill A Number Of Roles)
*Excellent Size
*Very Raw Prospect With A High Ceiling
*Has The Potential To Be A Excellent 2-Way Player
*A Very Fluid Player With Solid Athleticism
*Excellent Defensive Ability
*Good Discipline And Awareness When Defending On And Off The Ball
*Great Recovery Speed
*Ability To Contest Shots With His Terrific Wingspan
4. Kevin Jones Kevin Jones 6'4" | SF Peabody | 2023 State LA (Class Of ’23) – 6-4 G/F – Peabody Warhorses (Alexandria, LA)
*Excellent Length
*Has The Potential To Be A High Level Player On Both Ends
*Very Comfortable With The Ball In His Hands
*Has Excellent Size
*Has The Ability To See Over The Defense To Get His Shot Off Or Distribute The Ball
*Solid Basketball I.Q.
*Great Attention To Detail
*Very Raw, But Has Excellent Upside.
*Has The Potential To Become A Big Time Player With Continued Development And Hard Work
*Very Versatile Player That Can Play And Defend Multiple Positions
5. Jomarion Lilly (Class Of ’21) 6-3 Guard – Tioga Indians (Tioga, LA)
*Very Athletic
*Handles The Ball Well In Transition
*Good 3-Point Shooter (High Percentage 3-Point Maker)
*Excellent Rebounder For His Size
*Has The Ability To Post Up Smaller Guards
*Plays The Passing Lanes Well
*Very Tough, Aggressive On Ball Defender
*Works Hard, Plays Hard, Practices Hard (Puts It On The Line Every Time He Get On The Court)
*Can Play Both Guard Positions
*Very Competitive With Great Instincts
*Does A Excellent Job At Creating Shot For Himself And His Teammates.