Top Rising Guards: All-State Class 4A-7A
Here is my list of the 2021 and 2022 Top Rising Guards from Alabama’s 2019-2020 season All-State selection. Being selected All-State is a significant accomplishment on the high school level. There is no doubt that these players will have college…
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Continue ReadingHere is my list of the 2021 and 2022 Top Rising Guards from Alabama’s 2019-2020 season All-State selection. Being selected All-State is a significant accomplishment on the high school level. There is no doubt that these players will have college coaches on their radars on every level.
Class 7A
2021 Riley Leonard Riley Leonard 6'4" | SF Fairhope | 2021 State AL 6’5″ / G Fairhope
Leonard is a 6’5 physical guard that can pretty much do everything on the floor. His athleticism separates him from everyone, making it easy for him to make plays offensively and defensively. Leonard is always looking to attack the rim, finishing with a strong dunk. He is a two-sport athlete that will draw in many offers from every college level.
College Level: Juco/DII/Small DI
2021 DJ Fairley DJ Fairley 6'1" | CG Hoover | 2021 State AL 6’1″ / CG Hoover
A talented player that is always looking to compete every time he steps on the floor. Fairley’s smooth handles help him stay controlled. He makes his teammates around him look good by always finding them in their spots or when they’re open. Offensively, he is a solid shooter, mainly from the three. Fairley is a leader and a real team player for the Hoover Bucs.
College Level: Juco/DII/NAIA
Class 6A
2021 Brody Peebles Brody Peebles 6'2" | CG Hartselle | 2021 State #215 Nation AL 6’2″ / CG Hartselle
When Brody steps on the floor, he is going to bring his game consistently and his swag. He has no problem separating himself from the rest, making a statement that he is the best player on the court. Although Brody has a lean shape, it doesn’t stop him from finishing his layups through contact. His teammates are always looking to get him the ball on a fast break because he will make the right decision. Brody has already committed to play for Liberty University, but this kid will still have offers flowing in from all college levels.
College Level: Juco/DII/Small DI
2021 Taye Fields Taye Fields 6'3" | CG Lee-Huntsville | 2021 State AL 6’4″ / SF Lee-Huntsville
Taye is the type of player that will dominate at every chance he gets. He hunts the paint looking to make contact and get to the free-throw line. Once Taye gets in his zone, his teammates feed him the ball, knowing that he will get buckets. His presence on the floor is essential for any team he plays for because he is a true offensive threat. He has college offers from every level, especially smaller Division I schools.
College Level: Juco/DII/Small DI
Class 5A
2021 Jamikule Sinclair 6’2″ / CG Beauguard
Jamikule is a scoring machine averaging 23.8 points a game for the Beauguard Hornets. Just like he make plays on the court just like on the football field. Jamikule has excellent anticipation and instinct on defense knowing when to pick pockets. He is fast, quick, and athletic with all those tools he has what it takes to play on the next level.
College Level: Juco/DII/NAIA
2021 Vincent Reeves Jr. Vincent Reeves Jr. 6'4" | SG Wenonah | 2021 State AL 6’2″ / CG Wenonah
An electrifying guard that plays every game with high energy. Don’t get caught in the paint on a fast break when he is on the floor because he is going to catch a body. Vincent finishes at the rim with tenacity making the defenders hesitate to jump. He plays at a fast pace speed, making it hard for players to guard him. Vincent is going to get eyes from colleges on all levels because he is a pure athlete that can do anything you need him to do on the floor to get the job done.
College Level: Juco/DII/Small DI
Class 4A
2022 Antonio Kite Antonio Kite 6'1" | NA lbs | PG Anniston | 2022 State #240 Nation AL 6’2″ / PG Anniston
A floor general that knows how to make everyone around him better. Antonio’s court vision is outstanding, making it easy for him to find accessible passing opportunities. His team is going to have success because of his high IQ leading the way at the point guard position. Antonio is a catch and shoot type of shooter; however, the majority of the game, he has the ball in his hands, so he has to score off the dribble. He is a real team player. Antonio will attract many colleges on all levels because he is that pass-first type point guard looking to create opportunities for his teammates.
College Level: Juco/DII/Small DI
2022 Patrick Burke Patrick Burke 6'2" | NA lbs | CG Headland | 2022 State #NA Nation AL 6’1″ / SG Headland
A non-hesitant left-handed sniper. It wouldn’t be smart to leave Patrick open behind the three-point line. He is your three-point specialist. Most of his three-pointers are off the dribble, and he likes to use his signature step back or jab to create space for him to pull the trigger. Antonio also has a smooth mid-range pull up, which makes him an offensive threat to any team. Whichever college signs him in the future won’t be disappointed.
College Level: Juco/DII/NAIA