Prospect Spotlights: Names To Remember
There is a lot of basketball talent spread out across the state of Michigan. This makes it tough to know every single player in every single class. That being said, we will look at 2 names to remember as another…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingThere is a lot of basketball talent spread out across the state of Michigan. This makes it tough to know every single player in every single class. That being said, we will look at 2 names to remember as another high school season approaches.
Name: Jahi Gibson
Grad Year: 2022
School: Detroit Douglass
Position: Point Guard
Strengths :
– Solid perimeter defender – Keeps a low base and stays off his heels
– Good passer – Throws it strong and hits his target
– High basketball IQ – Has a high knowledge of the game in typical Detroit Frederick Douglass fashion
– Pushing the ball in transition – Uses the dribble to get the ball up the court quickly
– Quick first step and getting to the basket
Areas For Improvement:
– Creating his own shot
– Finishing with both hands – especially when in traffic
Ultimate Basketball Goal: “To get a college offer and to play at college. Not just to sit, I want to contribute and play at the pro level. I want a free education.” – Jahi Gibson
Recruitment: His recruitment is open. Gibson could turn heads of scouts and college coaches next high school season.
Name: Zachary Koby
Grad Year: 2023
School: Milford High School
Position: Small Forward.
Strengths:
– Team defense – Seems to have a good understanding of where to be and when to be there
– Solid distributor – Good passer off the wing
– Vocal – Talks, especially on defense, always letting his teammates know where he’s at
– Able to get to the rim off the dribble – Comfortable attacking the rim off the wing
– Good mid range game – Consistent mid range jumper
Areas For Improvement:
– Three point shooting – Extending the range on his jumper would open up his mid range game even more
– Continue to improve man defense
Ultimate Basketball Goal: “Win the district and conference by senior year.” – Zachary Koby
Recruitment: His recruitment is open and could start developing as high school season approaches.