IAC Preview and Predictions for 2021-2022
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It’s mid-October, and that means we’re about a month away from the official start of another high school season. In the upcoming days, we will be previewing respective conferences and regions around the DMV. In this edition, we take a…
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Continue ReadingIt’s mid-October, and that means we’re about a month away from the official start of another high school season. In the upcoming days, we will be previewing respective conferences and regions around the DMV. In this edition, we take a closer look at the IAC.
(1) WHO IS THE TEAM TO BEAT?
The safest bet to win the league this year would probably be St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes. The Saints have a deep roster including multiple seniors with big-game experience.
(2) WHO COULD BE THE “DARK HORSES”?
Bullis is an interesting dark horse pick. The Bulldogs enjoyed a fruitful summer at the Capitol Hoops Summer League and DMV Live. If this team’s recent performances are any indication, they’ll be tough to beat.
We don’t know much about Episcopal’s roster outside of its returning seniors, but the Maroon are always well prepared. Expect them to be a challenging proposition for foes.
Georgetown Prep features a nice blend of young promise to go along with veteran leadership. Coach Blue’s bunch will be a must-see for basketball fans in the DMV.
(3) WHICH TEAM MIGHT HAVE THE BEST BACKCOURT?
As alluded to earlier, depth is the biggest strength for SSSAS, particularly in the backcourt. Seniors Garrett Brennan Garrett Brennan 6'3" | CG St. Stephens & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA , Devin Ceaser Devin Ceaser 6'1" | CG St. Stephen's & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA , and Jeremiah Barnes will factor into the rotation along with up-and-coming 2023 guard Jack Muphy and newcomer Mason So Mason So 6'1" | PG DeMatha | 2023 State MD . All five can initiate offense and defend the ball.
(4) WHICH TEAM MIGHT HAVE THE BEST FRONT-COURT?
2022 Stefan Marcelle Stefan Marcelle 6'7" | C Georgetown Prep | 2022 State MD is the anchor in the paint for the Little Hoyas, but he has plenty of help. Not many teams in the league will have an answer for 2024 6-foot-9 forward Goap Kodi Goap Kodi 6'10" | C Georgetown Prep | 2024 State MD . 2024 wing prospect Khani Rooths Khani Rooths 6'7" | SF IMG Academy | 2024 State #16 Nation FL boasts more height than players on the front lines of most opposing teams as well. 2025 Frank Siaca-Bey has shown signs that he can make a difference as well.
(5) WHICH TEAM HAS THE MOST DEPTH?
This is a no-brainer. Incoming transfers Connor Dubsky Connor Dubsky 6'4" | SG Sunrise Christian Academy | 2023 State NLG , Cole Cosby, and Bryson Wilson Bryson Wilson 6'5" | SF St Stephen’s And St Agnes | 2023 State VA have bolstered the already talented roster at SSSAS. Coach Jones will have many options at his disposal.
(6) WHO COULD WIN LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE YEAR?
Devin Ceaser Devin Ceaser 6'1" | CG St. Stephen's & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA | SSSAS (VA) ’22
Is there a more exciting player to watch in the DMV than Devin Ceaser Devin Ceaser 6'1" | CG St. Stephen's & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA ? It will certainly be fun to watch him perform in front of the Saints’ home crowd this winter.
Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson 6'5" | PF Episcopal | 2022 State VA | Episcopal (VA) ’22
Jackson has established a reputation as a walking double-double. If he can produce and lead his team to wins, it will be hard to give the award to someone else.
Bryce Sewell Bryce Sewell 5'9" | PG Georgetown Prep | 2022 State MD | Georgetown Prep (MD) ’22
Sewell is the heart and soul of Georgetown Prep. If the team reaches its potential, his contributions will be a critical factor.
(7) WHO MIGHT THE LEAGUE’S TOP BREAKOUT CANDIDATES BE?
Tyler Boston Tyler Boston 5'10" | PG Bullis | 2024 State #291 Nation MD | Bullis (MD) ’24
Boston is a promising guard prospect who excelled in a high-usage role this summer. He should be ready to take the next step.
John Loughlin John Loughlin 6'1" | CG Episcopal | 2022 State VA | Episcopal (VA) ’22
Loughlin is a hard-working guard who can shoot the lights out. Given the increased opportunities that he should receive, anticipate an eruption.
Tyler Perkins Tyler Perkins 6'4" | SG Landon | 2023 State #268 Nation MD | Landon (MD) ’23
Perkins was one of the better finds of the summer. The dynamic lefty swingman is a difference-maker on both ends.
Luke Razi | St. Albans ’23
Razi caught our attention this summer with his grassroots club. He has since impressed with his high school squad at DC Live. The skilled guard should be a reliable option for the Bulldogs.
(8) WHO MADE OUR PRESEASON ALL-IAC TEAM?
Zane Adnan Zane Adnan 6'3" | CG Bullis | 2023 State MD | Bullis (MD) ’23
Adam Angwafo Adam Angwafo 6'7" | C Bullis | 2022 State MD | Bullis (MD) ’22
Elliott Black Elliott Black 6'6" | PF St. Stephen's & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA | SSSAS (VA) ’22
Garrett Brennan Garrett Brennan 6'3" | CG St. Stephens & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA | SSSAS (VA) ’22
Devin Ceaser Devin Ceaser 6'1" | CG St. Stephen's & St. Agnes | 2022 State VA | SSSAS (VA) ’22
Miles Hicks Miles Hicks 6'0" | PG St. Albans | 2022 State MD | St. Albans (DC) ’22
Charlie Jackson Charlie Jackson 6'5" | PF Episcopal | 2022 State VA | Episcopal (VA) ’22
John Loughlin John Loughlin 6'1" | CG Episcopal | 2022 State VA | Episcopal (VA) ’22
Stefan Marcelle Stefan Marcelle 6'7" | C Georgetown Prep | 2022 State MD | Georgetown Prep (MD) ’22
Tyler Perkins Tyler Perkins 6'4" | SG Landon | 2023 State #268 Nation MD | Landon (MD) ’23
Khani Rooths Khani Rooths 6'7" | SF IMG Academy | 2024 State #16 Nation FL | Georgetown Prep (MD) ’24
Bryce Sewell Bryce Sewell 5'9" | PG Georgetown Prep | 2022 State MD | Georgetown Prep (MD) ’22
Mason So Mason So 6'1" | PG DeMatha | 2023 State MD | SSSAS (VA) ’23
Miles Webb Miles Webb 6'7" | PF St. Stephen's St. Agnes | 2022 State VA | SSSAS (VA) ’22