3P Creme of the County: Event Standouts, Part 3
For the first time since 2019, San Diego basketball player took the floor in the 3P Creme of the County, a one-day showcase aimed at giving players a chance to showcase their talents in front of a bevy of media…
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Continue ReadingFor the first time since 2019, San Diego basketball player took the floor in the 3P Creme of the County, a one-day showcase aimed at giving players a chance to showcase their talents in front of a bevy of media and scouts.
(Full Disclosure: it’s my event. No, seriously, it is)
It was great to be able to host the daylong event, and see so many of the region’s top players competing. This our final “standouts” report, after which we will discuss surprises, underclass performers and underrated performers
3P Creme of the County: Event Standouts, Part 3
Kristian Gonzalez, 6-3 2023 G, Mater Dei Catholic
An assertive combo guard with deep range, a polished mid-range game and an improving ability to score off the bounce, Gonzalez had a solid pair of games doing what he does best: scoring.
Charlie Hutchison, 6-7 2024 F, Mission Bay
One of the reasons that I think Mission Bay will be OK in the wake of the Gonzalez brothers’ departure is the rapid development of its younger prospects, with Hutchison being Exhibit A. Hutchison has some point forward instincts with his ability to attack off the bounce and pinpoint open shooters in drive-and-kick. And he is also a solid corner three shooter off the catch himself. Hutchison’s play earned him a berth into the Creme de la Creme game.
Vincent Ricchiuti, 6-6 2023 W, St. Augustine
Ricchiuti didn’t have a big role with Saints as a sophomore transfer from La Jolla, but the sharpshooter looks to expand his role in Year 2. If his performance here was an indicator, he’s got a chance to be a valuable floor spacer on the wing. Ricchiuti’s mechanics and release are quick and fluid, and his range extends well beyond the college three.
Cam Marshall, 6-2 2022 G, Patrick Henry
Marshall has steadily grown as a playmaker to complement his shooting, and he had both on display during the first 2022 session game, drilling shots from deep and creating for his teammates off the bounce. He is playing with a ton of confidence, coming off of a summer where he shot the ball at a high level against very strong competition.
Martin Gumwel Martin Gumwel 6'11" | C Rancho Christian | 2023 State CA-S , 6-11 2023 C, Rancho Christian
Gumwel is polarizing as a prospect. On one hand, he is still very raw (struggles to catch in traffic in the half court, not much of a post scorer), but on the other hand he runs the floor and is extremely agile, has improved as a rebounder in traffic and finishes everything around the rim with authority. He fits the mold of the modern rim-running, rim protecting big, and will only get better playing against better competition after transferring from tiny Calvin Christian after two years.