What’s The Latest Recruiting News?

<p>Seems like every week more recruiting news comes in. There are a strong number of players who continue to work hard and prove they can play at a high level. More athletes from the class of 2020 have made a huge announcement regarding there decision of playing at the next level.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="text-align: center;">[player_tooltip player_id="840323" first="Devante" last="Powell"] (Squalicum)</p> <p>The 6-foot-2 guard has decided to stay instate and play in the Cascade Collegiate Conference for Northwest University in Kirkland. The senior is a physical guard who is hard-nosed and relentless on both ends of the court. A true floor general who displays great court vision, a quick first step, an efficient jump shot, and a crafty finish around the rim. Powell is a lockdown defender as well with good instincts of getting in the passing lanes. An overall high IQ guard who continues to get better.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Leo Ruiz (Mount Tahoma)</p> <p>Ruiz is a very skilled big man. The 6-foot-5 senior has signed with Pierce College to compete in the NWAC. Ruiz has a great ability to score the ball in the paint but also has tremendous court vision. A player who is not flashy but does a lot of things correctly and efficiently. Ruiz is a tough and versatile big who plays with a high motor and is a monster on the boards. One of the best rebounders in the state who competed day in and day out. A player who will be an exciting player to watch in the NWAC.</p> <p style="text-align: center;">Will Bailey (Riverview)</p> <p>The Panthers standout has committed to also compete in the NWAC for Skagit Valley College under coach Carl Howell. Bailey is a bigtime athlete who can guard and play multiple positions. A dynamic player who can fill the stat sheet. The 6-foot-5 is a SCAC East league MVP and 2^nd Team All-State player who scored 17 points, 11 grabbed rebounds, and dished out 4 assists. Big time potential who will be a threat in the conference.</p>