Grassroots Preview: Team Loaded 757 17U
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: Team Loaded 757 17U
Organized by Program Director Donovan Bridgeforth, Team Loaded 757 features a number of strong teams across various age groups. The 17U group displays tremendous potential to go along with high expectations. Below is a preview of the team.
Head Coach: Dave Chaney
Record Last Summer: 27-9
Roster
Tyree Gholston – 6’2 Guard; Tallwood 2017
Jalen Ray – 6’2 Guard; Hampton 2017
Taiquan Drummond – 6’4 Guard; Kecoughtan 2017
Dez Devane – 6’3 Guard; Oscar Smith 2016
Dre McSwain – 6’3 Guard; Oscar Smith 2017
Kamil Chapman – 6’1 Guard; South Mecklenburg (NC) 2016
Travius Smith – 6’3 Guard; Lake Taylor 2016
Chris Roscoe – 6’5 Forward; Kings Fork 2017
TJ Taylor – 6’6 Forward; Salem 2017
Emonni Wood – 6’6 Forward; Green Run 2017
Brandon Mitchell – 6’7 Forward; Salem 2017
Keon Wesley – 6’8 Forward; Rocky River (NC) 2016
Projected Starters
G- Kamil Chapman
G- Jalen Ray
G- Dez Devane
F- TJ Taylor
F- Emonni Wood
Key Dates
April 15-17 Elevate Hoops – New York , NY
April 22-24 Pitt Jam Fest – Pittsburgh , PA
May 7-8 Team Loaded Big Shots – Richmond , VA
May 20-22 Southern Jam Fest – Hampton , VA
May 28-29 Big shots Memorial Day – Richmond , VA
Player to Watch
Jalen Ray: Jalen Ray has grown exponentially since last year – physically, mentally, and skill-wise. The crafty, 6’2″ guard is a terrific athlete who can make a major impact the game on both ends. He had a strong showing at the Boo Williams Super Regional last week, and is poised to see a major boost in recruitment this spring and summer.