Fall Scouting: Top Freshmen

<p>It's been an eventful fall with various events occurring all over the region. Now is a good time to reflect upon what we've learned during this busy time. Here is a closer look at some of the top freshmen we've seen during the last several weeks. </p> <h5>Israel Bosenge</h5> <p>Bosenge is a tall and athletic forward that has been playing with DC at The St. James Fall League. He has natural playmaking instincts that are highlighted by his court vision and passing, but also has considerable potential defensively. Bosenge still has quite a ways to go, but there is a lot to like about the type of player he can become in the future.</p> <h5>Del Jones</h5> <p>Jones <a href="https://prephoops.com/2020/10/pybl-fall-showcase-saturday-notebook/"><strong>had his coming out party last week during the PYBL Showcase</strong></a>, and is certainly a name worth monitoring as we brace for the season. He's wiry strong right now, and this is evident as he is very strong at the point of attack defensively. Jones should only improve as his broad frame continues to fill out.</p> <h5>Chance Mallory</h5> <p>Mallory was <a href="https://prephoops.com/2020/10/breathe-again-seen-circuit-session-1-notebook/"><strong>one of several STAB players who stood out during Session 1 of the Seen Circuit</strong></a>. He's usually the smallest player on the court, but you wouldn't know it by how he plays. Mallory has the confidence of a 6'8" 2 guard and the skill to back it up.</p> <h5>Peter Mitchell</h5> <p>Mitchell is an intriguing prospect who caught our eye with the Rockets during St. James Fall League. He showcases superior athleticism to go along with ideal size for a guard. </p> <h5>Derik Queen</h5> <p>To be blunt, the hype surrounding Queen is legit. Every time his team collected a rebound at the PYBL Showcase, they would immediately dish the ball over to him. And for good reason, because at around 6-foot-6, Queen has all the tools to initiate an offense whether in transition or a half-court set. </p> <h5>Caleb Williams</h5> <p>Williams is still in that stage where he's figuring things out at the high school level, but things could get complicated for his foes as his overall game progresses and his confidence grows. He's already quite tall, standing at about 6-foot-5, and has a heater on his left hand. Expect the southpaw sharpshooter to be a late bloomer, and try not to be too surprised when it happens. </p>