Grassroots Preview: Spectrum Elite 16U
Editor’s note: From now through mid-April, we will be previewing Virginia’s grassroots programs, taking a close look at their 15U through 17U teams. We will first be previewing a club’s top teams in those given age groups and will then…
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Continue ReadingEditor’s note: From now through mid-April, we will be previewing Virginia’s grassroots programs, taking a close look at their 15U through 17U teams. We will first be previewing a club’s top teams in those given age groups and will then circle back to their other teams. Today: Spectrum Elite 16U
Organized by Program Director Shawn Goode, Spectrum Elite is regarded among the premier grassroots organizations in Virginia. Coach Gary Wheeler leads a 16U roster featuring many of southwest Virginia’s most talented young players. Below is a preview of the team.
Roster
# | Name | High School |
---|---|---|
9 | Nick Price – 6’1″ sophomore PG | Northside HS |
25 | Shey Webb – 6’2″ sophomore wing | Northside HS |
35 | Julien Wooden – 6’5″ freshman wing | Northside HS |
24 | Alex Fitch – 6’3″ freshman SG | William Byrd HS |
5 | Xavier Kane – 6’1″ sophomore CG | Christiansburg HS |
2 | Kalip Jones – 5’11” sophomore PG | Staunton River |
20 | Chris Rodgers – 6′ sophomore PG | East Rockingham |
8 | Cole Meadows – 6’3″ sophomore wing | Giles HS |
14 | Noah Atwood – 6’2″ sopomore SG | George Wythe HS |
50 | Daniel Ouderkirk – 6’8″ sophomoe F/C | Spotswood HS |
45 | J.R. Greene – 6’6″ sophomore F | Luray HS |
Head Coach: Gary Wheeler
Asst. Coach: Greg Jones
Projected Starting Lineup
- Nick Price
- Xavier Kane
- Shey Webb
- Julien Wooden
- Daniel Ouderkirk
Schedule/Key Dates
April 15th-17th: Greensboro, NC (EP)
April 22nd-24th: Hoop Group Pitt Jam Fest – Pittsburgh, PA (EP)
May 7th-8th: Richmond, VA
May 20th-22nd: Hampton, VA
May 28th-29th: Charlotte, NC
JUNE—NO TOURNEYS (for team Camps for HS Ball)
July 6th-10th: Myrtle Beach SC (EP)
July 13th-17th: Louisville KY or Augusta GA (EP)
July 20th-24th: Greensboro, NC (EP)
Players to Watch
Nick Price
Nick Price – 6’1″ sophomore – NorthsideNick is probably one of the more underrated guards in his class, but should not go overlooked for much longer as a result of his sheer will and incredible tenacity. He is a good athlete, and displays great defensive potential given his length and incredible instincts/anticipation ability. A good paint getter who has the ability to finish through contact, Price is also very unselfish and demonstrates poise and vision at the lead guard spot.
Alex Fitch: Just a freshman, Fitch is considered a dead-eye three point shooter from the catch. With good size at 6’3″, look for him to develop a well-rounded game, and capitalize off his ability to stretch the floor from deep.
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