Proving Grounds 16u Noteworthy Players
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Below are 4 players I felt stood out in the 16u Division of Proving Grounds in Tampa, Florida. Each one showed a special quality that I deemed noteworthy. These are also players I expect to see big things from during…
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Continue ReadingBelow are 4 players I felt stood out in the 16u Division of Proving Grounds in Tampa, Florida. Each one showed a special quality that I deemed noteworthy. These are also players I expect to see big things from during the remainder of the Prep Hoops Circuit.
5’8 2024 Damon Folds Damon Folds 5'7" | PG Morningside | 2024 FL Guard
A true pass-first PG, Folds pass fakes, and laser-like precision passing is an absolute joy to watch. I’ve watched this prospect play over the last couple of years and continue to see a vast improvement in confidence and game. Damon is also a threat from deep helping stretch the floor for his team. This crafty PG is able to penetrate deep into the paint and find his shooters or someone cutting to the basket for the easy 2.
6’2 Noah Grant Guard
One of PSB’s lead scorers, Grant was a solid no nonsense player. He stayed locked in the entire game, every moment he was on the floor he was hyper-focused. Both on defense and offense. A capable shooter and stand-out defender. This is a prospect I want to see more of, but what I did see I was impressed by his game.
6’1 Christ Guillod Christ Guillod 5'11" | SG Miami Central | 2024 FL Guard
Part of the explosive 305 Elite back court. Guillod can get hot quick. A tough defender, I watched him pick up opposing players full court forcing them out to turn the ball over. The young prospect shot the ball well and can’t be taken for granted on offensive having a 16 pts and 19 pts in the two outings I watched. This 305 Elite team looks tough, and it’s backcourt is primarily responsible for the teams budding success.
6’0 2024 Tyson Wilson Tyson Wilson 5'10" | PG Treasure Coast | 2024 State FL Guard
Wilson has turned the page on his game this season putting the Treasure Coast on notice, and brought that same intensity to Proving Grounds, the bouncy 6’0 combo guard displayed his talents in Tampa highlighting his outing with a 19 point game. It’s rare to see a guard jump the way he does. You’ll see Tyson jump and raise above the tall trees grab the board come down and push the ball in transition normally beating defenders, he’s a blur in transition. It should also be noted Tyson is a scrappy defender often picking pockets and reading passing lanes.