Season Preview: R.J. Reynolds High School
The R.J. Reynolds High School Demons have an opportunity to make another run in the 4A State title race. Here’s an early look at their team from the HoopCities Jamboree. Starters Tyreik Leach – Guard Leach is a player that…
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Continue ReadingThe R.J. Reynolds High School Demons have an opportunity to make another run in the 4A State title race. Here’s an early look at their team from the HoopCities Jamboree.
Starters
Tyreik Leach – Guard
Leach is a player that can score and run the offense at the combo guard spot. He’s crafty off the bounce on offense at 5-foot-10 and has the ability to defend the basketball 94 feet.
Caden Davis – Guard/Wing
Davis can operate at the guard spot and without the ball in his hands with his ability to play above the rim. He’s a player with breakout potential in the junior class.
Tobias Johnson – Forward
He’s a player fresh off the football field and at 6-foot-3, he should play a valuable role in their starting rotation with his ability to rebound and protect the paint.
Jalen Hickson – Guard
Hickson is a 6-foot-1 guard that’s fresh off the football field as well. He’s a prospect that can shoot it from behind the arc and can finish in traffic in the paint.
Tre’von Murphy – Guard
Murphy is a crafty guard that brings a different dynamic to the floor with his ability to create off the dribble. He’s a
Reserves
Jaben Mars – Forward
Mars is a forward that works in the paint for position and gets baskets in traffic. He’s a prospect due for some looks in the 2020 class.
Key Dates
11/27 – Vance
The Demons aren’t holding anything back, opening the season against a tough Vance squad on Nov. 27. It will be a tough game for them to open 2019-20 but prepare them for the long haul.
11/30 – Winston-Salem Prep
Reynolds will have their hands full in their second game of the season when they face Winston-Salem Prep in the Bobby Martin Classic in the 7:30 game.
12/13 – Bishop McGuinness
The Villains of Bishop McGuinness will travel to R.J. Reynolds on Dec. 13 to face off in what should be a solid battle. Bishop McGuinness won the 1A NCHSAA State title in 2018-19.