Mid-Week Standouts
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Postseason action has been heavy in the area this week. Now seems like a good time to unpack some notes. Here is a rundown of some standouts from recent games. Michael Baskerville | Damascus ’23 Baskerville is one of several…
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Continue ReadingPostseason action has been heavy in the area this week. Now seems like a good time to unpack some notes. Here is a rundown of some standouts from recent games.
Michael Baskerville | Damascus ’23
Baskerville is one of several Damascus players who is a good rebounder. He is not afraid to go in a crowd and fight for a 50/50 ball. Baskerville uses his length to get blocks and steals as well.
Ben Bradford Ben Bradford 6'2" | SG Gaithersburg | 2023 State MD | Gaithersburg ’23
We finally got eyes on Bradford after he tore it up all season long. A taller guard who is crafty around the rim, Bradford is a pure bucket-getter.
Jordan Kwende Jordan Kwende 6'6" | C Springbrook | 2022 State MD | Springbrook ’22
Kwende plays much bigger than he looks. He threw a block party on Wednesday night at Damascus.
Joey Lutz | Damascus ’23
Lutz can put the ball in the hole. He is a threat from three but can also mix it up inside the arc. Lutz also took a charge against Springbrook on Wednesday.
Peter Mangan | Damascus ’23
Mangan is a versatile guard. He can handle, pass, and shoot at a high level. Mangan will also rebound his position.
Solomon Mensah | Gaithersburg ’23
Mensah is a premier athlete with a good feel for the game. He does a bit of everything well. Expect Mensah to find a comfortable ranking next time the list is released.
Patrick Nguyen | Seton ’24
Nguyen is a dynamic guard prospect who plays with high energy. He is a difference-maker on both ends in part because of his athleticism and relentless effort.
Mandela Tarke Mandela Tarke 6'0" | CG Damascus | 2022 State MD | Damascus ’22
Tarke is often one of the better athletes while on the floor. He gets to the basket at will and can be a menace defensively.
Jack Vanderwoude | Seton ’22
Vanderwoude has established himself as one of the area’s top long-range threats. The lefty drained 8 of 14 long bombs vs. Nansemond-Suffolk.
Bobby Vanderwoude | Seton ’22
Vanderwoude is the engine for the Conquistadors. He reads the passing lanes like a free safety and distributes the ball like a mailman. Vanderwoude will also keep you honest and either shoot or blow past you for a layup if you’re not paying attention.