Under-The-Radar Sophomores To Watch (Part I)
Their freshmen seasons were about getting a feel for the high school game. Now, the class of 2019 is ready to make a big impact heading into this season. As sophomores, this is a group that could mix it up…
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Continue ReadingTheir freshmen seasons were about getting a feel for the high school game. Now, the class of 2019 is ready to make a big impact heading into this season. As sophomores, this is a group that could mix it up in a number of league title and playoff races this winter.
With that, we’re breaking down some of the promising sophomores to watch in various leagues across the state. We continue today with some more under-the-radar sophomores from various leagues.
Kyle Mock, 6-6 forward, Delta
Mock is another young big man who moves really well. Mock can shoot it well from multiple spots on the floor and rebounds it well. Liked the way he ran the floor at the Expo, and he had a good motor on the defensive end.
JoVon Nelson, 5-10 guard, Chaparral
Nelson had a strong start to his career with the Far Northeast Warriors last season and is now joining a team with a lot of complementary young talent. Nelson is a tough point guard who doesn’t back down from a challenge. He’s quick with the ball in his hands, can get to the basket and finish and has good vision.
Kwane Marble, 6-2 guard, Denver East
Marble had an eye-opening experience as a freshman playing in the backcourt for demanding coach Rudy Carey. Marble told us last month that he had to learn to become more disciplined and become more coachable. The fact that he made those realizations so early in his career speak well to his future with the Angels. Marble is a long, athletic guard with a lot of natural tools and a good natural feel for the game. Add that to the experience he has gained and it could very well be a strong sophomore season for Marble, who is another talented piece for an Angels team that will have big-time expectations.
Assane Diouf, 7-1 forward, Denver East
Diouf already has pro size. He battled injuries during his first high school season and was raw with his footwork. But those around him say the big man has made major strides during the offseason. He’s very strong and is a walking mismatch once he becomes comfortable in the post. He made the top 60 game at the Pangos Frosh/Soph Camp last weekend.
Samba Kane, 6-10 forward, Regis Jesuit
Kane is a native of Senegal who will be playing his first high school season in Colorado this winter, and chances are he won’t be staying under the radar for long. The Regis Jesuit forward is fresh off a head-turning performance in the Pangos Frosh/Soph Camp in California this past week. Kane, an athletic, rangy player who can run the court, own the glass and protect the rim, was named the top sophomore in the camp. He has next-level, Division I potential and should splash on the scene this season.
Bryson Becker, 6-6 forward, Platte Valley
We got our first look at Becker during out Prep Hoops Top 250 Expo on Sept. 10 and there was a lot to like. He has really nice footwork, uses the shot fake well and generally demonstrates good IQ underneath the basket. Nice young player with small-school potential.
Malcolm Williams, 5-10 guard, Fountain-Fort Carson
The biggest thing that stood out about Williams during the Expo was his speed. He can really get up and down the court and he moves quickly on the defensive end. He should be a strong fit from an F-FC program that loves to push the tempo.