5 Bold Predictions for the 2020-21 Season
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In preparation for the anticipated season, we’ve been releasing comprehensive preview content covering the area in and around DMV. Here are 5 bold predictions about the upcoming season. A Public School Team Will Win the DCSAA Class AA Championship It’s…
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Continue ReadingIn preparation for the anticipated season, we’ve been releasing comprehensive preview content covering the area in and around DMV. Here are 5 bold predictions about the upcoming season.
A Public School Team Will Win the DCSAA Class AA Championship
It’s no secret that Wilson, and more recently Coolidge, have put themselves in the conversation with the top teams in this area. The Tigers took home the city title two years ago and are always a threat. Meanwhile, Coolidge played a tough schedule last year and could be prepared to take the next step. It would be a mistake to ignore what Coach Rob Nickens has done at Theodore Roosevelt. His team has a distinct style of play and having that identity has been a huge part of their success.
Favour Aire Favour Aire 6'10" | C Bishop McNamara | 2022 State #86 Nation MD Will Block 10 Shots in Multiple Games
McNamara’s man in the middle asserted himself to the point where he took complete control of some games on the defensive end. If he can stay disciplined and avoid foul trouble by challenging shots without always feeling the need to leave his feet, it will increase his chances of meeting this accomplishment.
Khalil Williams Khalil Williams 6'5" | SG Potomac (McLean, VA) | 2023 State VA Will Lead the MAC in Scoring
We don’t know for sure whether or not the MAC will in fact proceed with a season, but one thing that we know for sure is that Khalil Williams Khalil Williams 6'5" | SG Potomac (McLean, VA) | 2023 State VA is improving. Coach Franklin’s teams at The Potomac School along with many others in the conference are known mostly for defense, but if Williams can be aggressive, mix it up, and make shots he will have a chance to achieve this feat.
Northern Virginia Will Produce Another State Champion
Northern Virginia Public Schools have enjoyed a sustained run of success in recent years. Westfield, W.T. Woodson, Loudoun Valley, South County, and Centreville have all won rings since 2016. Potomac is always knocking on the door, and they have a team that should be able to contend again this year. Wakefield is another respected program in the area that perennially makes deep postseason runs. Keep an eye out for dark horses such as Patriot, Hayfield, and Lake Braddock as well.
Tjay Beckles Tjay Beckles 5'10" | PG Overlea | 2023 State MD Will Score 50 Points in a Game
Tjay Beckles Tjay Beckles 5'10" | PG Overlea | 2023 State MD impressed throughout his freshman season at Overlea while averaging 18 points per game. He showed that he can score at a high-level this summer at various events with Team Melo. Given his scoring prowess and high-usage role with his high school team, it wouldn’t shock us to see him cross the 50-point milestone in a game.