Andre Ngomabie, Bradenton Victory Rock Prep: The 6’10 senior was impressive in his ability to beat opponents down the floor, often scoring easy baskets as a result. He showed a good touch around the rim and raised some eyebrows with a soft jump hook in the lane. Ngomabie is a very active rebounder at both ends, especially on offense as he refuses to accept the block out and continues to pursue the basketball. He attempted no shots facing the basket and did not get to the foul line, so that is something to look for next time we watch Ngomabie play.
Terrance Walker, Lauderdale Lake Boyd Anderson: The 6’5 senior is a lanky athlete that has a good skill package. He has a quick first step and gets to the rim quickly from the perimeter, unafraid to challenge defenders. Walker’s jump shot seems reliable as he smoothly drained mid-range shots off the dribble and connected on catch-and-shoot threes. His length serves him well when it comes to rebounding and defense. With Walker’s physical traits, he has the capacity to be a “3 & D” wing at the next level.
Evan Sterck, Gainesville The Rock School: The 6’1 senior and Jacksonville signee picked his spots in the first three quarters but then took over down the stretch. Twelve of his fourteen total points came in the fourth quarter as Boyd Anderson tried to make a run. Sterck knocked down six straight free throws to ice the game. We have been tracking Sterck since his freshman season and he has always been a solid distributor and his eight assists Friday bear that out. He’s a true point guard with the ability to score from all three levels and make the game easier for his teammates.
Angelo Moton, Leesburg: The 6’6 junior is at his best when he plays “bully ball” with opponents, overpowering them on drives to the basket or posting up. A very good athlete with strength and a solid frame, Moton rebounds well against bigger opponents at both ends of the floor. His perimeter shot continues to develop as he will make some contested mid-range jumpers as well as catch-and-shoot threes. Moton runs the floor and finishes above the rim in transition. Defensively he backs down from no one regardless of size.
De’Andre Harvey, Williston: The 6’4 junior has become Williston’s go-to guy in their quest for a three-peat state title. We love his effort at both ends of the floor. Offensively, Harvey looks to attack opponents and the basket off the bounce. His strength and athleticism allow him to finish through contact. Harvey will make open perimeter shots if the defense plays off him to deny the drive. He plays with great awareness and finds open teammates for quality shots. Harvey is a grab-and-go rebounder that can push the transition game without having to give up the ball. He has active hands and feet on defense and is disruptive in the passing lanes.
Connor Corris, Orlando Bishop Moore: The 6’8 junior has a lot placed on his shoulders. So much so that you could see the fatigue set in in the second half. To his credit, Corris fought through it. He controlled his rebounding area at both ends, ran the floor for scores, and did a good job of protecting the rim on defense. Corris impressed as a passer, outletting the ball on the break quickly, finding open perimeter shooters, and even tossing a lob to a teammate for a dunk. His jumper didn’t fall as much as we had seen in the past but the lefty has good form and mechanics. We like his ceiling as a player but Corris has a good floor to start from.
B.J. Plummer, Tallahassee Rickards: The 6’5 senior and North Florida recruit didn’t have a big scoring day but he fills the stat sheet up in so many areas. With his perimeter shot not falling, he went about driving to the hoop and getting to the foul line. Plummer rebounded with a vengeance at both ends, keeping many possessions alive for Rickards to score. He handled and passed the ball well without turning it over and didn’t try to force shots. Plummer’s length and activity on defense make him a versatile defender that can cover a variety of positions.
Jarvis Wright, Waycross (GA) Ware County: The 6’2 senior is one of those guys that are wired to score. A very good run/jump athlete, Wright proved he could get his shot off against any size defender. He was on fire from deep and is crafty in drawing fouls on his three-point attempts without getting called for a flop. His mechanics are good, his release rapid, and Wright gets high off the floor on his shot. Wright is the kind of player with the talent and temperament to lead underdog programs to upsets in March Madness.
Kenyon Holmes, Orlando Jones: The 6’4 senior is a good, not great athlete, but knows how to play. He shoots the ball well from deep, can drive and draw fouls, and makes good shot vs pass decisions on the move. Holmes has a solid frame, so he can play bigger than his size and be effective as a small ball frontcourt player if that is what the matchups dictate. Defensively he reads the floor well, covers a lot of ground quickly, and anticipates ball-movement to come up with tips, deflections, or steals.
Troy Boswell, Winter Haven: The 6’5 senior is a high-level athlete with length and used those traits to get points on the board and keep Winter Haven in the game. He did a great job of getting out in transition, finishing above the rim, and drawing fouls. While Boswell didn’t have a high success rate on his perimeter shot in this game, most of them looked good with fundamental mechanics. He is a good ball-handler and does a good job of inducing contact by the defender. Boswell has active hands and feet on defense.