Opelika’s 2022-2023 Sleepers (Part 2)
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6A Opelika, has some young elite ballers that can play for the next level and that are being slightly over looked. Opelika’s boys basketball program is on the rise. They have a new coach and a new style of play.…
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Continue Reading6A Opelika, has some young elite ballers that can play for the next level and that are being slightly over looked. Opelika’s boys basketball program is on the rise. They have a new coach and a new style of play. The 2023-2024 are loaded with upcoming talent.
“Talent is cheaper than table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is hard work.”
~ Stephen King
Isaiah Knight
Position – SG
Class – 2023
Knight game is gritty and tough. He has good athletism on the floor, and he knows how to use it. What keeps him on the floor is his rebounding from the guard position; he attacks the board all game non-stop. His effort is unmatched. If the ball is on the floor, he will be the first one diving to get it. Knight scores from his defense and the three-point line. He plays his role on the team; what you see is what you get from him every day. Knight will come ready to compete every time he steps on the floor.
Farrtavious Hardnett, 5’8
Position – PG
Class – 2022
Hardnett is a crafty-lefty point guard who makes everyone around him better. Hardnett shares time at the point guard position with 2023 ranked prospect Ja’keith Carr Ja’keith Carr 5'10" | PG Opelika | 2023 State AL . He is a pass-first point guard who also looks to score. Hardnett likes to push the ball up the floor and has good decision making. His IQ is solid. Hardnett is at his best when he attacks the paint, drawing defenders then drops dimes. Regardless of his size, he plays physical and fearless.