16U Players with Big Summers
The summer is almost over as August is almost halfway over. Players across the Garden State had big-time summers, especially the players who played in the 16U division. Here are the top players in 16U who had big summers. Naasir…
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Continue ReadingThe summer is almost over as August is almost halfway over. Players across the Garden State had big-time summers, especially the players who played in the 16U division. Here are the top players in 16U who had big summers.
Naasir Cunningham Naasir Cunningham 6'7" | SF Southern California Academy | 2024 #41 Nation CA-S , 6’7 SF Gill St. Bernard’s 2024
Cunningham may only be a rising sophomore, but he competed for the NY Rens 16U team which makes him eligible. The 6’7 wing has a smooth offensive game as he can score at all three levels and shoots the ball with confidence from distance. Cunningham has a nice handle, which he uses to beat his defender off the bounce. His length and athleticism makes him an intriguing prospect on the defensive end with the potential to defend multiple positions. Cunningham was recently selected to the USA U16 National Team, solidifying his strong summer in the 16U circuit.
Ty-Laur Johnson Ty-Laur Johnson 6'1" | PG St. Benedict's | 2023 #134 Nation NY , 6’1 PG St. Benedict’s 2023
Johnson was a steady presence for the NY Rens 16U squad as he showed his ability to run the offense effectively. The 6’1 floor general plays with poise on the ball and is rarely rattled by on-ball pressure. Johnson has a quick first step and a tight handle, which he uses to blow by his defender in the half court. He is a tough on-ball defender as he moves his feet well and knows how to get his hands on loose balls. Johnson is a gamer who knows how to make plays when his team needs him most.
Matt Kinzler Matt Kinzler 6'7" | PF St. Peter's Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’7 SG/SF St. Peter’s Prep 2023
Kinzler had a strong summer with the NJ Panthers 16U squad as he showed his all-around offensive game. The 6’7 wing has a clean release on his jumper and can knock down triples in bunches. Kinzler is more than just a shooter as he can also put the ball on the floor and finish around the basket. He is an underrated passer and moves well without the ball. Kinzler’s ability to knock down jumpers from the perimeter is something that will help his game this season.
Jayden Holmes-Cotter Jayden Holmes-Cotter 6'6" | PF Freehold Township | 2023 State NJ , 6’6 PF Freehold Township 2023
Holmes-Cotter had an impactful summer with the Jersey Force 16U team and is looking to carry it over into the varsity season. The 6’6 forward has a strong frame, which he uses to get position down low and draw contact. Holmes-Cotter has a good touch around the basket and has a nice release on his free throws. He fights for rebounds on both ends of the floor and plays tough post defense. Holmes-Cotter is a physical power forward prospect who knows how to be productive close to the basket.
Evan Cabral Evan Cabral 6'2" | CG Don Bosco Prep | 2023 State NJ , 6’1 CG Don Bosco Prep 2023
Cabral split his summer with All-In and the Hilltoppers and made an impact with both teams. The 6’1 guard attacks the basket with a purpose as he can finish around the basket and does not mind drawing contact. Cabral has a nice touch in the mid-range and can run the offense efficiently. He is a bulldog on the defensive end, making it tough for opponents to get into their offense. Cabral is a tough, two-way floor general who made a name for himself this summer.