DMV 2022 Breakout Candidates

<p>As many in the prep hoops community are aware, the DMV is loaded with talent. Whether in the public or private ranks, college coaches have a plethora of targets to pursue. Below you will find, listed alphabetically by last name, 10 potential stock risers from the DC Metro Area’s 2022 class.  </p> <h5 class="p1">Larry Bullock | Southern-AA (MD)</h5> <p>Bulluck technically already broke out this past season, but he’s still flying under the radar compared to many of his peers. Standing at 6-foot-1, he’s a skilled guard with a smooth all-around game who could become a household name in the area by this time next year. </p> <h5 class="p1">Michael Cooper | Woodbridge (VA)</h5> <p>Another player on this list who has already moved the needle, Cooper is one of the best-kept secrets in the local 2022 class. Listed at 6-foot-2, 171 pounds, he’s a sneaky athlete who can score in bunches but also significantly impacts the game defensively with his versatility and effort.</p> <h5 class="p1">Nicholas Evans | Gonzaga (DC)</h5> <p>While it remains to be seen how much of an impact Evans will make in his first varsity season, his potential is undeniable. A long and wiry big man who can stretch the floor but also finish inside, he’s certainly a player worth buying stock in.</p> <h5 class="p1">[player_tooltip player_id="902092" first="Reis" last="Jones"] | Flint Hill (VA)</h5> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="902092" first="Reis" last="Jones"] was an important player at Oxon Hill this past season, but he’s reclassifying and transferring to Flint Hill, where he could play a similar role for a team that needs help in the frontcourt. Expect the active big man to play a key role from day one. </p> <h5 class="p1">[player_tooltip player_id="815609" first="John" last="Loughlin"] | Episcopal (VA)</h5> <p>Known primarily for his shooting, [player_tooltip player_id="815609" first="John" last="Loughlin"] is a solid all-around player who should take advantage of what could be more opportunities next season. Episcopal loses a few of its main players from the past season, and he should be ready to take the next step. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="954835" first="Jude" last="Maloney"] | The Heights</h5> <p>Though The Heights is not known for basketball, they’ve got a couple of guys worth monitoring, and [player_tooltip player_id="954835" first="Jude" last="Maloney"] might be the best of the bunch. A scrappy 6-foot-2 guard who competes defensively, he’s a capable scorer with a solid in-between game and the ability to create off the bounce. </p> <h5 class="p1">Chris Short | Yorktown (VA)</h5> <p>Short is already a hero at his school after <strong><a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/highschools/faith-in-the-system-and-clutch-shots-by-chris-short-give-yorktown-the-liberty-district-title/2020/02/21/a6b3c04e-54e2-11ea-9e47-59804be1dcfb_story.html">hitting a clutch shot</a></strong> to help his team win the District Title in a packed gym at South Lakes last winter. The sharpshooting guard’s role should increase next season, and his production should as well. </p> <h5 class="p1">[player_tooltip player_id="904686" first="Sekou" last="Sidbury"] | Dunbar (DC)</h5> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="904686" first="Sekou" last="Sidbury"] is an intriguing prospect who’s established himself in Dunbar’s rotation already. He’s a long and lanky guard with good defensive potential. Expect Sidbury to add most of his value on that end of the floor initially. </p> <h5 class="p1">Miles Webb | St. Stephens &amp; St. Agnes (VA)</h5> <p>Webb has been waiting in the wings, but we expect him to be fully unleashed once and for all. The lanky forward is a perfect fit for the in the Saints’ uptempo style and should make a major two-way impact throughout next season.</p> <h5 class="p1">[player_tooltip player_id="904667" first="Amare" last="Wimbush"] | Wise (MD)</h5> <p>Standing at about 6-foot-5, [player_tooltip player_id="904667" first="Amare" last="Wimbush"] is a long-limbed and dynamic wing who is already making an impact on the defensive end. He is a breakout candidate because of the potential he’s shown on the offensive yet that’s yet to be fully realized. </p>