Impact Freshmen Pt. 1
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Which freshmen across Georgia and making an immediate impact for their respective teams? 6-3 G Jax Abernathy Jax Abernathy 6'4" | SG Christian Heritage | 2024 State GA – Christian Heritage Jax Abernathy Jax Abernathy 6'4" | SG Christian Heritage…
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6-3 G Jax Abernathy Jax Abernathy 6'4" | SG Christian Heritage | 2024 State GA – Christian Heritage
Jax Abernathy Jax Abernathy 6'4" | SG Christian Heritage | 2024 State GA has stepped in and propelled Christian Heritage into the Top 10 in Class A-Private. His overall polished game and ability to score in multiple ways makes him a front runner for Freshman of the Year in Class A-Private. Abernathy plays with poise. He consistently can get to his spots and can score at the rim when needed. He elevates the play of those around him.
6-6 W Jahki Howard Jahki Howard 6'6" | SF Norcross | 2024 #107 Nation GA – Norcross
The long wing has acclimated to Georgia well, coming over from Boston. He has improved his creativity with the ball and is difficult to stop when he gets in the paint where he can finish through contact and rise over defenders. His wingspan and mobility allow him to make plays on defense. Howard has High Major upside.
6-2 G Mike Matthews Mike Matthews 6'1" | PG Parkview | 2024 GA – Parkview
Mike Matthews Mike Matthews 6'1" | PG Parkview | 2024 GA doesn’t really have a position right now at Parkview. When he is inserted into the game he makes an impact with his energy, nose for the ball and athleticism. He has great springs and can outrebound bigger players. Matthews can break out of a pack in transition and finish at the rim. He’s quick on his feet defensively, able to change directions and jump passing lanes. Continuing to improve his ball handling and outside shot will help him as he gains more guard duties over the course of his career.
6-5 W LJ Moore LJ Moore 6'6" | SF Pace Academy | 2024 State GA – Pace Academy
A versatile wing that can play inside or out, LJ Moore LJ Moore 6'6" | SF Pace Academy | 2024 State GA has provided a lift for Pace Academy. His aggressive mindset and overall toughness allow him to compete at a high level. He is able to find mismatches and exploit them. Moore has shown a dangerous three-point shot and can get plenty of open looks when playing around Pace’s big four.
6-0 PG Vonte Newell Vonte Newell 6'0" | PG Monroe Area | 2024 State GA – Monroe Area
Vonte Newell Vonte Newell 6'0" | PG Monroe Area | 2024 State GA plays with good pace. He can push the ball up the floor and survey the court while looking for open teammates. Newell is a skilled passer and can use his strong handle to probe the defense. When he calls his own number, its typically on hard drives to the basket where he can snake through defenders. Newell should see his role grow tremendously next year and is gaining invaluable minutes as a freshman.