Underrated Prospects: Greater Miami
As a follow-up to my Fort Lauderdale piece, I would like to look at some prospects around Miami. Again, I’m trying to highlight prospects away from the more prominent programs. Those kids will get plenty of coverage as the season…
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Continue ReadingAs a follow-up to my Fort Lauderdale piece, I would like to look at some prospects around Miami. Again, I’m trying to highlight prospects away from the more prominent programs. Those kids will get plenty of coverage as the season moves along.
Here are a few that have impressed…
Tyrieke Sterile Tyrieke Sterile 6'0" | CG North Miami Beach | 2022 State FL – North Miami Beach
2022 guard Tyrieke Sterile Tyrieke Sterile 6'0" | CG North Miami Beach | 2022 State FL is averaging 28 points and 8.5 rebounds while shooting 44 percent from the field. Against Edison, he scored 37 points and grabbed 10 boards. At 6-foot-1, Sterile is an excellent rebounder for his position. He is also shooting 36 percent from deep and 94 percent from the free-throw line. Sterile is a solid all-around player that does a lot of things right. He has been a kid I’ve liked since viewing him last season.
Jermaine Freeman III Jermaine Freeman III 6'5" | SF North Miami | 2023 FL III – North Miami
2023 Jermaine Freeman III Jermaine Freeman III 6'5" | SF North Miami | 2023 FL III has averaged 10.6 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.8 steals and 2.8 blocks through five recorded games. Moreover, the 6-foot-5 forward is shooting an impressive 61 percent from the field. His mechanics around the rim to finish have been strong. Freeman III has also impressed on the defensive end with his long arms and court awareness. Furthermore, he puts himself in good position to alter and block shots. He is a big reason why North Miami is 4-1.
Derrick Edouard Derrick Edouard 6'3" | SF North Miami | 2023 State FL – North Miami
2023 Derrick Edouard Derrick Edouard 6'3" | SF North Miami | 2023 State FL is averaging 12.8 points while shooting 64 percent (14-of-22) from deep. The 6-foot-3 guard can stretch the floor with his athleticism and length. On defense, he is averaging 1.6 blocks per game. Clearly, Edouard is a perimeter area threat on both ends. Against North Miami Beach, Edouard had 17 points and went 4-of-6 from deep. He also blocked four shots. You can trust Edouard to keep a defense honest.
Daniel Ribeiro – Ransom Everglades
2023 Daniel Ribeiro is averaging 24.6 points and 4.6 rebounds for Ransom Everglades. This is a huge jump for him after averaging 8.7 points as a sophomore. The 6-foot-1 guard scored 36 points on 12-of-18 from the field against Miami Christian. Get this, Ribeiro hit a whopping 11 3-pointers. Against Coral Reef, he scored 40 points and hit nine 3-pointers. Overall, he is shooting 50 percent from three and 47 percent overall. So far, Ribeiro has performed well.
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