Grassroots: Big Shots – Charlotte Saturday
Prep Hoops went to Carolina Courts in Matthews, NC to the Big Shots Carolina with ESPN Paul Biancardi. Here is a look at some kids we saw on Saturday afternoon.
Jaiden West (2021) Notre Dame Catholic (Clarksburg, WV) – Togs
West 5’10 point guard really runs the offense well. West is the younger brother of Jarrod West a Marshall University signee. West is quick and decisive with the ball. West can shoot the ball from mid-range or out behind the 3 point line. West is a lock-down defender. West scored 17 points in the win over the Fayetteville Spurs.
Brandon Jefferson-(2019)- East Rowan HS (Salisbury) Team F.L.Y
Jefferson 6’4 undersized post player is there for the block, rebound, or the put back. Jefferson hit the game-winning shot and free throw in the game against North Carolina Flames. Jefferson didn’t receive many touches in the paint. Jefferson scored 11 points in the game.
Jacquez Smith (2019) North Rowan HS (Salisbury) – Team F.L.Y
Smith 5’9 left-handed guard connected on a few three pointers today for Team F.L.Y. Smith needs time and space for his shot.
Cedric Gray (2019) Audrey Kell HS (Charlotte) Team Synergy
Gray 6’2 forward loves to bang inside the paint with the big guys. Gray hit several 8-10 footers today. Gray scored 10 points in the win over Port City Stars.
Da’qon Stewart (2019) North Mecklenburg (Charlotte) Team Synergy (Photo on the front)
Stewart 6’0 guard is a pesky defender. Stewart created several turnovers against the Port City Stars 15u. Stewart can shoot the ball from anywhere inside the arch. Stewart scored 10 points in the game.
Damar Anderson (2019) North Mecklenburg HS (Charlotte) Team Synergy
Anderson 6’0 guard. Anderson is almost like his counter-part Stewart on the floor. Anderson is quick off the dribble and creates his own shot. Anderson loves to take control of the game. Anderson finds the open man in transition. Anderson scored nine points.
Chase Hakerem (2021) Leesville M.S. (Raleigh) WCBA 2021
Hakerem 5’8 point guard that has ice in his veins. Hakerem hit game-tying three point shot to end regulation and then hit the game-winning shot in sudden-death overtime in the win over West Virginia Togs. Hakerem scored 11 points in the win.
Prep Hoops is always looking to spotlight any team all spring and summer long in the AAU season.