This past weekend Source Hoops held its annual Miami Summer Hoops Festival, this year on the campus of North Broward Prep in Coconut Creek.  An outstanding collection of talented teams and players from a variety of age groups was on display each game.  Over the course of this week we will highlight just some of the many players that caught our attention.

Jordan Quince, Florida Pro: The 6’4 guard heading to Westminster Academy stood out in a pair of games with not only his high-level athleticism but also his ability to score from all three levels.  Quince gets excellent elevation on his shot when shooting off the dribble on either side of the arc and knocks those shots down with a high rate of success.  He also excels as a slasher and finisher in transition as well against a set defense.  Quince is a solid passer and ball-handler to go along with his scoring abilities.  He puts in effort on the defensive end, covers a lot of ground quickly, and does a good job of using his length to disrupt passing lanes both on and off the ball.

Josh Skinner, SOH Elite: The 6’4 guard will take a post-grad year if a suitable offer doesn’t come his way prior to the fall.  Based on his scoring ability, it would be a surprise if that offer doesn’t take place.  With great range on a very reliable perimeter shot, Skinner was a game-changer all weekend.  He stretches the floor, forces the defense to know his location at all times, and if overplayed, can get to the basket and score through contact in a crowd.  A strong athlete with a solid build, he rebounds well and can defend multiple positions.  Skinner had a couple of chase-down blocks this past weekend, highlighting the effort he puts in on the defensive end.  An above-the-rim finisher, Skinner has an excellent chance of coming out of the July live period with more than a few suitable offers.

Nate Kirk, MBJ Elite: The 6’0 guard from Daytona Beach DME Academy is a catalyst at both ends of the floor.  On offense, Kirk can score from deep, put the ball on the deck and make shots in the lane before the defense can rotate, take care of the basketball and make the game easier for his teammates.  He understands pacing, makes good reads coming off ball-screens, and doesn’t shy away from contact when taking the ball to the basket.  Defensively he has quick feet, active hands, good instincts for anticipating ball movement and is quick to long rebounds and loose balls.

Isaac Buckley, Showtime Ballers: A 6’5 wing from Winter Park Lake Howell, Buckley is carrying his impressive play from the spring into the live period.  A walking mismatch, he can overpower smaller foes by posting them up or shooting over them from the perimeter.  Against bigger opponents, Buckley has a quick first step that allows him to get past the defender and to the basket before the defense can sufficiently help and recover.  His shot from beyond the arc is a real weapon but he can also pull up and drain mid-range shots.  Buckley is active on the glass at both ends, can rebound and push the ball up the floor on his own, and defend multiple positions thanks to his strength and athletic abilities.

Aaron McGee, Team Breakdown: The 6’3 guard will be heading to Gillion Academy in DC in the fall.  This weekend he was all about showing off his scoring versatility.  McGee is very dangerous as a catch-and-shoot player as he gets his feet set quickly and always seems to be shot-ready.  While McGee doesn’t drive the ball frequently, he will take the opportunity should the defense offer it.  When that happens, it isn’t surprising to see him finish over the rim.  McGee is fast up the floor in transition, sprinting to an open spot behind the arc if he doesn’t have the ball, and taking the ball strong all the way to the basket when the rock is in his possession.  He is also a reliable free throw shooter, ball-handler and passer.  McGee anticipates the passing lanes well and does a good job helping and then recovering to his assignment.

Felix Buroz, Team BBD: The 6’0 guard out of North Broward Prep was a definite eye-catcher with high-levels of both effort and success.  A very confident player, Buroz made life difficult for defenders as he made open perimeter shots, drove strong and finished well at the basket, and quickly moved the basketball to open teammates for better shots.  He took care of the ball, made good shot vs. pass decisions when attacking the basket, and rebounded well for his size.  He does a solid job of staying in front of opposing ball-handlers, has quick hands, coming up with several tips, deflections or tie-ups, and will sacrifice his body to take charges in the lane.

Ralphy Diaz, Team Triple Threat: The 6’3 guard from Miami Palmetto plays a physical brand of basketball.  A strong driver and finisher, Diaz seeks out contact and earns frequent trips to the foul line, where he makes those freebies at a high rate.  He is also a reliable perimeter shooter, canning multiple three-point shots in the game we took in.  A ball-hawk when it comes to rebounding and defense, Diaz is quick to convert from defense to offense, push the pace, and try to get an easy basket for himself or a teammate.  He created quite a buzz on Saturday afternoon as he dropped 32 points in a narrow loss to Team Breakdown.  We’ve seen Diaz play both on and off the ball at the offensive end and he appears comfortable in either role.

Emmanuel Komara, Team TNT: A 6’8 forward that will most likely take a post-grad year, Komara is a tough customer around the basket.  He has good footwork, the ability to finish with either hand, and has a reliable jumper from fifteen feet and in.  Komara will step out and knock down a three every so often to keep defenders honest.  A good athlete with a solid frame, Komara could most likely play anywhere from a “small ball five” to a traditional “three” depending on the system.  He does a fine job of running the floor and beating defenders downcourt for easy baskets.  Komara’s ball-handling and passing skills are okay for now but will need to continue to be a point of emphasis for improvement.  Defensively he is solid on the ball and is quick to rotate over to challenge, change, and block shots.

Nicholas Remy, Treasure Coast United: A 6’1 grad out of Vero Beach, Remy stood out in a blowout loss with his effort and attacking mentality.  He challenged defenders off the bounce, winning those battles more often than he lost.  Remy rebounded well for his size, pushed the pace at every opportunity, and stayed active on defense despite a lopsided score.