Ohio Valley Hoops Classic: Top Posts
I finalize my Ohio Valley Hoops Classic coverage by looking at some of the post players from the event. I felt the majority of the high level performers were in the backcourt, but these interior threats deserve credit after playing…
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Continue ReadingI finalize my Ohio Valley Hoops Classic coverage by looking at some of the post players from the event. I felt the majority of the high level performers were in the backcourt, but these interior threats deserve credit after playing well in their respective games.
Christopher Barber (2023) Lakota West
Barber was a new name for me to watch and easily could have been overlooked after seeing the performance his Lakota West teammates put on. Barber is a competitor. Very bouncy and long. Disrupted passing lanes and created turnovers for the Firebirds. Almost any shot on the block Barber got a hand on and forced Franklin to adjust some of their shots as a result. Barber has a lot of athleticism and can create headaches with his length even though he’s only 6-foot-3. He could be an interesting player to watch as he continues to grow.
Jovon Jovicic (2022) Massillon Jackson
Jovicic has a very big frame and was not afraid to use it Friday. The 6-foot-7 senior used his length and size on the defensive end and created issues for opponents to get much moving on the offensive end. Tough interior threat and rebounder for the Polar Bears.
Charlie Kenrich (2022) Lakota East
If you ask anyone that watched the Lakota East/Jackson game, they will say Kenrich was without a doubt the best performer for the Thunderhawks. Only 6-foot-3, the Purdue football commit had amazing box outs and controlled the glass from the tip. Offensively, scored over his shoulder and scored over guys with more size like Owen Woolbert Owen Woolbert 6'7" | C Massillon Jackson | 2023 State OH . Kenrich won’t be a basketball player since he’s committed to play D1 football, but the pure strength and toughness he has makes matchups quite difficult as Lakota East continues through the season.
Mwenda Mbui (2022) St. Xavier
Mbui is another name that impressed me with his ability to make plays with his length. The 6-foot-6 senior is a rebounding nightmare as he crashes the glass hard and can jump over box outs due to his long arms. Showed he could step out and knock down perimeter shots when needed. Mbui is still raw in some areas of his game, but his drive is something hard to teach and makes him a target for potential D3 schools.
Owen Woolbert Owen Woolbert 6'7" | C Massillon Jackson | 2023 State OH (2023) Massillon Jackson
Woolbert mainly played like a Center for the Polar Bears even in a struggling game against Lakota East. The junior is a true rim protector with his length and reach. Still working on his offensive game in some areas, but overall has a lot of drive and physicality that makes him a player worth monitoring in NE Ohio over the next two years.