Group 3 Potential Breakout Performers
Group 3 had a strong group of teams with Moorestown, West Morris and Irvington all spending chunks of the season in the top 20. Rafael Castro Rafael Castro 6'9" | PF Dover | 2021 State #157 Nation NJ is an…
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Continue ReadingGroup 3 had a strong group of teams with Moorestown, West Morris and Irvington all spending chunks of the season in the top 20. Rafael Castro Rafael Castro 6'9" | PF Dover | 2021 State #157 Nation NJ is an elite shot-blocker who is down to Providence, Dayton and Miami. Fairfield commit Christian Cevis Christian Cevis 6'0" | PG West Morris | 2021 State NJ has been one of the top players in Group 3 over the last two seasons, leading the Wolf Pack offense. They are not the only top prospects in the group as there are a bunch of under the radar players ready to make an impact. Here are the top potential breakout performers in Group 3.
Austin Green Austin Green 6'7" | PF Covenant College Prep | 2022 State NJ , 6’7 PF Timber Creek 2021
The Chargers were one of the top teams in Group 3 all season, but they have to replace their top four scorers from last season. Green had a solid junior campaign, but will be asked to step up in a big way. The 6’7 big guy has a nice touch around the basket and knows how to finish through contact. Green has a nice release on his jumper and his range extends out to the three-point line. Timber Creek should be in contention for a sectional title again with Green getting more touches down low.
Jahmir Payoute Jahmir Payoute 6'5" | SF Snyder | 2024 NLG , 6’4 SG Irvington 2023
The Blue Knights took home the sectional title last season, but they have to replace First Team All-Group selection Moses Pierre Moses Pierre 6'0" | PG Irvington | 2020 State NJ . Payoute is a lanky wing prospect who has a good release on his jumper. The Patrick School transfer is more than just a shooter as he can put the ball on the floor. Payoute is an underrated rebounder and knows how to move his feet on the defensive end. Irvington needs a scorer to emerge and Payoute has the ability to do so.
Tristen Guillouette Tristen Guillouette 6'9" | C George School | 2024 State PA , 6’7 C Westampton Tech 2023
Guilloutte had a solid freshman campaign, but will be tasked to shoulder a bigger scoring load with the graduation of Tyrese Myrick Tyrese Myrick 6'2" | SG Westampton Tech | 2020 State NJ . The 6’7 big man has a strong frame which he uses to finish through contact. Guilloutte plays with good footwork down low and has a nice touch around the basket. He is working on his range, which will make him a bigger threat on the offensive end. Westampton Tech should compete for a sectional title again with Guilloutte getting more touches down low.
Malik Fields Malik Fields 6'4" | PF Neptune | 2022 State NJ , 6’4 PF Neptune 2022
The Scarlet Flyers made a deep run in the Central Jersey Group 3 playoffs last season and they have a chance to do so again with Fields back down low. The 6’4 forward has a good touch around the basket and uses his strong frame to draw contact. Fields has a nice release on his free throws and rarely shuffles his feet in the paint. He is a tough rebounder and is a strong post defender. Neptune returns Monmouth commit Sam Fagan Sam Fagan 5'10" | PG Neptune | 2021 State NJ and the increased role of Fields should lead to a good 2020-21 campaign.
TJ Robinson TJ Robinson 6'3" | SG Immaculate Conception | 2024 State #163 Nation NJ , 5’10 PG Teaneck 2024
Robinson may only be a freshman, but he is ready to make an impact right away. The 5’10 guard is lightning quick with the ball in his hands and can blow by his defender. Robinson is more than just a driver as he has a nice release on his jumper and can bury triples in bunches. He is a smooth passer and moves his feet well on the defensive end. Teaneck had a tough 2019-20 season, but should have a bounce back year with Robinson leading the charge.
Other Players to Watch:
Arterio Williams Arterio Williams 6'6" | SF Hamilton West | 2022 State NJ , 6’4 SF Hamilton West 2022
Wayne Franklin Wayne Franklin 6'2" | CG Paramus Catholic | 2022 State NJ , 6’2 CG Wayne Hills 2022
Dennis DeMarino Dennis DeMarino 6'1" | PG Cranford | 2021 State NJ , 5’10 PG Cranford 2021
Jordan Poole Jordan Poole 5'11" | PG Burlington Township | 2023 State NJ , 5’7 PG Burlington Township 2023
Sean Foley, 6’5 PF Allentown 2021
Jack Savare Jack Savare 6'3" | SG Ocean Township | 2021 State NJ , 6’4 SG Ocean 2021