Super Showcase Standouts: Part 3
The final live period for travel ball took place this past week.
I was in Orlando at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for the Super Showcase. A ton of college coaches made appearances including West Virginia’s head coach Bob Huggins among the long line of attendees.
Here is a look at the third part of my top standouts list from the week.
In case you missed it:
Makhi Mitchell (Bishop McNamara/D.C. Blue Devils)
A part of the twin towers for the D.C. Blue Devils, Makhi Mitchell is the No. 1 player in our 2019 Maryland/D.C. rankings. His brother, Makhel is No. 8. It was a strong outing for Makhi at the Super Showcase as he kept the Blue Devils going inside early and often in games. He’ll have the pick of the litter when it comes to high Division I programs at his 6’9″ frame.
Evan Buckley (Stone Bridge/D.C. Blue Devils)
Here is a hard working point guard. Evan Buckley does a lot of the dirty work for the D.C. Blue Devils. He pushes the ball well in transition and can nail an open jumper. Buckley is an ideal low Division I player. He is not in our 2019 Maryland/D.C. rankings, but with a strong junior season, that should change.
Edoardo Del Cadia (NSB Gamespeed Elite)
A player that I had seen a little bit at the Orlando Hoops Festival a week prior was Edoardo Del Cadia. The 6’7″ 2018 forward has the power and strength to hold his own inside. It surprised me how polished his outside game was as well. For now, he has the looks of a low Division I/Division II prospect.
Sean Halloran (Boone/Team M.O.A.M.)
Team M.O.A.M. went onto to win the Gold bracket and if Sean Halloran wasn’t present I’m not sure that would have been possible. The rising senior guard played a crucial role for his squad. He plays well off Deante Tracy and I think Halloran is in for an impressive final high school season. I see his potential around low Division I/Division II right now.
Kario Oquendo (Titusville/Team CP25)
Perhaps the best dunker in attendance was Kario Oquendo. The 2020 forward balled out for Team CP25. He has the height and jumping ability to get inside for dunks and maneuvering layups. As long as he continues to develop his jump shot, Oquendo will pan out to be a very good talent.