2024 DFW Rankings Watch List Breakdown (Pt. 3)
The class of 2024 has been stealing all of the shine from their fellow upperclassmen this season. This Freshman class is truly something special, the group consists of prospects that are extremely skilled, highly athletic, gifted with size, and already…
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Continue ReadingThe class of 2024 has been stealing all of the shine from their fellow upperclassmen this season. This Freshman class is truly something special, the group consists of prospects that are extremely skilled, highly athletic, gifted with size, and already have a good understanding of the game. Most, if not all of these Freshmen athletes, will become the most talked about, most-watched, and most recruited players in North Texas over the next three years. This will be a series of articles that breakdown each prospect and their best skills from the 2024 Dallas/Fort Worth Rankings Watch List.
Markel Porter Markel Porter 6'1" | CG Duncanville | 2024 TX | Combo Guard | Duncanville HS
Markel is often stronger, tougher, and more powerful than other guards he faces off against. His athleticism propels him in several ways, Porter is explosive off the bounce and can pull a few combo dribble moves out his bag or blow by the defense at any moment. His strength assists him tremendously while attacking the basket, giving him the ability to drive through his opponent and complete the play despite the physicality. Markel Porter is a highly impressive combination guard with an abundance of potential, he’s a true threat with and without the ball in his hands with a talent for spreading the floor and hitting 3-point shots.
Xavier Cato Xavier Cato 6'0" | PG South Oak Cliff | 2024 TX | Point Guard | South Oak Cliff HS
This South Oak Cliff prospect is a point guard with an all-around skill set and the capability of shredding defenses with his sharpshooting. He can get a bucket in a variety of ways, coming off of screens, spotting up, pulling up, and attacking off the dribble. Cato has a terrific handle, nice smooth crossovers, shiftiness, and great control of the ball. Xavier displayed the tools to become a pure shooter in all situations. His touch is phenomenal, his trigger is quick, his release is high, and his elbows and body are perfectly aligned with the basket at all times. Xavier Cato Xavier Cato 6'0" | PG South Oak Cliff | 2024 TX has the opportunity to really develop into a complete basketball player at South Oak Cliff High School and become one of the better guards in the city.
Dwight Sherman Dwight Sherman SG Frisco Independence | 2024 TX | Guard | Frisco Independence High School | 2024 |
Dwight Sherman Dwight Sherman SG Frisco Independence | 2024 TX proved to a be smart shot taker and an efficient shot maker. Sherman is destined to become a pure offensive threat, someone that can get hot at any moment and start nailing everything. His handles are mean, Dwight has no issues at all getting to his spots or going deep into the paint. Dwight Sherman Dwight Sherman SG Frisco Independence | 2024 TX is only going to become tougher and tougher to defend as time goes on. He will surely make his name well-known throughout the metroplex sooner than later.
Jacob Emmers Jacob Emmers 6'0" | PG Anna | 2024 TX | Point Guard | Plano Senior HS
Highly productive two-way ballplayer who always finds a way to get his hands on the rock. Jacob Emmers is often a pesky defender that can wreak havoc and force turnovers before his opponent can even get near the half-court. Great nose for the ball, anticipates moves and passes well, has quick hands, is strong enough to wrestle the ball out his man’s hands, and to outmuscle other guards. Emmers is not someone to leave open on the offensive end either, he’s a solid spot-up jump shooter that will make the defense pay if he is not accounted for from long range. Unselfish, and a willing passer that sees the floor best while on the move and can put the ball where only his guy can catch it. Jacob Emmers Jacob Emmers 6'0" | PG Anna | 2024 TX is a multi-sport athlete that is going to make some noise at whatever sport he plays.