Big-School Section Section 5 Top Guards
It’s never too early for too-early-season. With fall sports and school underway, it’s only a matter of time before the winter sports season is upon us. With that in mind, here’s a look at some of the top guards from…
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Continue ReadingIt’s never too early for too-early-season. With fall sports and school underway, it’s only a matter of time before the winter sports season is upon us.
With that in mind, here’s a look at some of the top guards from the big schools in Section 5
Trey Longstreet Trey Longstreet 6'6" | SF Delano | 2021 State MN , Delano
Longstreet was a catalyst for a Delano team that was one of the best in the state last year, averaging better than 14 points per game while setting the tone on both ends of the floor. His size is the first thing you notice, as he’s 6-foot-6 with excellent strength. He makes the most of it too, as he extends his arms (an underrated skill that not all naturally long players put to use) on the defensive end and not only does a great job of contesting shots, but limiting penetration. He’s a solid perimeter shooter and a natural playmaker off the bounce.
Joshua Strong Joshua Strong 6'0" | PG Champlin Park | 2021 State MN , Champlin Park
Strong is one of the best point guards in the 2021 class and gets it done on both ends of the floor. He guards at a high level, putting consistent pressure on the ball. And he’s a heady playmaker who can break down primary defenders and get his teammates shots. And he’s a more-than-capable scorer from all three levels.
Christian Crockett Christian Crockett 5'10" | PG Fridley | 2021 State MN , Fridley
Crockett is an undersized lead guard who averaged better than 12 points per game for Fridley last season. He’s got an excellent blend of quickness, toughness and shooting ability. Crockett can get hot from the 3-point line and fill it up as well as anybody, but he’s also slippery with the ball and can get into the paint and finish over length.
Braeden Carrington Braeden Carrington 6'4" | SG Park Center | 2022 State #141 Nation MN , Park Center
Carrington was a complementary piece for a veteran Park Center outfit last season and he’ll have a big opportunity to step into a starring role this winter. He’s a knockdown perimeter shooter with the size to defend multiple perimeter positions and the strength to play through contact and create his own shot off the dribble.
Evan Kim Evan Kim 6'4" | SG Mounds View | 2021 State MN , Mounds View
Kim led Mounds View in scoring last year, averaging 16 points per game. He makes it look easy, as he’s a smooth ball handler who can create his own shot off the dribble or use screens to free himself without the ball. He has the burst to elevate and finish over defenders and has improved as a playmaker.
Benard Omooria Benard Omooria 6'2" | CG Osseo | 2022 State MN , Osseo
Omooria is the steadying influence for an Osseo team that should be much-improved this winter. He’s excellent in the mid-range and around the rim, using a variety of finishing moves in traffic – and he’s capable of getting hot from deep. Omooria is a strong playmaker too, and does a great job probing off the bounce to create opportunities for his teammates.
Dylan Wheeler Dylan Wheeler 6'3" | SG Mounds View | 2022 State MN , Mounds View
Wheeler is a grinder on both ends of the floor, defending multiple perimeter positions and not only supplying solid on-ball defense but quality help. He’s capable of filling it up from all over the floor and his assertiveness getting to the rim makes him a tough guy to slow down when he gets things going.