Spring Stock Risers: 2022, Part I
The Spring grassroots season continues to showcase talent in the state of North Carolina. Here’s a look at some 2022 prospects raising their stock. Juanse Gorosito Juanse Gorosito 6'2" | PG Denver Prep | 2022 State NC | 6’2 Point…
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Continue ReadingThe Spring grassroots season continues to showcase talent in the state of North Carolina. Here’s a look at some 2022 prospects raising their stock.
Juanse Gorosito Juanse Gorosito 6'2" | PG Denver Prep | 2022 State NC | 6’2 Point Guard | Big Shots Elite North Carolina Ellis
Gorosito is a high IQ floor general that defends and makes plays with a ton of presence. He’s got an impressive ability to make quick reads and knocks down outside shots enough to force defenders to pressure him fullcourt. He’s a prospect that’s developed a ton this past season at Moravian Prep and it’s shown with his spring performance. He recently earned an offer from Washington State as well.
Jashaun Hawkins Jashaun Hawkins 6'5" | SF Southern Durham | 2022 NC | 6’5 Forward/Wing | Boo Williams Carolina
Hawkins has been an impressive force for Boo Williams and adds versatility given his ability to play inside and on the perimeter. He’s just finding his way with his ability to attack the rim and finish with authority and battle on the interior. He’s been an impressive presence in the Boo Williams Carolina frontcourt this spring so far.
Elijah Thomas Elijah Thomas 6'3" | CG Hillside | 2022 NC | 6’3 Wing/Guard | Boo Williams Carolina
Thomas is an emerging prospect with some versatility as well given his length at 6-foot-3. He showed his growth as a shooter on the perimeter while still showing he can get to the rim and finish with authority. He’s a budding prospect that plays with a ton of energy on both ends and does a ton of the dirty work to get points.
Nikolas Graves Nikolas Graves 6'3" | PG Greensboro Day | 2022 State NC | 6’3 Point Guard | Garner Road Graves
Graves continues to show his growth at the lead guard position for Garner Road Graves. He’s a floor general that isn’t afraid to penetrate and make things happen in the paint. Defensively, he’s a physical presence that knows how to make opponents uncomfortable. He’s a name to keep an eye on in the 2022 class.
Xavier Whitaker Xavier Whitaker 6'2" | CG Northern | 2022 State NC | 6’0 Guard | Team DBGH Wilson
Whitaker has been a new name that’s impressed this grassroots season at the guard position. He’s got a strong knack for knocking down midrange shots when getting downhill off the bounce. Defensively, he isn’t afraid to play physical and force turnovers to make things happen on the break on the other end. He’s a prospect that continues to grow with the Team DBGH program.