NC Hoops: 2021/22 Talent on the Rise, Pt I

<p>With part of the 2020-21 high school season underway in the NCISAA, there are some names to watch that have been playing solid. Here's a look at some seniors and juniors that are excelling on the hardwood.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="642043" first="Ben" last="Burnham"] | 6'8 Forward | Carmel Christian</strong></p> <p>Burnham has seven double-doubles through the first nine games for Carmel Christian, showing he's slowly developing into a strong next level prospect. He's averaging 23.2 ppg, 12.0 rpg, 2.1 bpg, 1.7 spg and 1.2 apg in 2020-21 and coming off a 39-point, 14-rebounds, two-block and two-steal performance against Charlotte Latin in a 63-58 victory this past Tuesday. He's going to be fun to watch at Winthrop for years to come.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="574410" first="Brock" last="Williams"] | 6'0 Guard | Burlington Christian Academy</strong></p> <p>Williams is back running the show for his own squad in 2020-21 with Burlington Christian Academy and he's picked up where he left off during his sophomore season. He's putting up 28.6 ppg, 4.8 spg, 3.8 apg and 3.4 rpg while showing off his efficiency as a scorer. He's shooting 68 percent from the field and 44 percent from behind the arc to pace his Royals squad. He's going to be an impact prospect at High Point. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="932125" first="Brodie" last="Clark"] | 6'1 Point Guard | Scotland Christian Academy</strong></p> <p>Clark is having quite the senior campaign as he leads all scorers in the state of North Carolina on MaxPreps.com with 29.8 ppg to go along with 6.0 apg, 5.2 rpg and 3.6 spg in 2020-21. He's dropped 40 points on 14-of-32 shooting and then some to show that he can fill up the stat sheet at the lead guard spot. He'll be a name to keep eyes on at St. Andrew's University. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1098343" first="David" last="Lash"] | 6'5 Forward | Charlotte Christian</strong></p> <p>Lash has been a consistent face in the frontcourt this season while [player_tooltip player_id="854884" first="Bryce" last="Cash"] has lead the way on the wing. He's producing 13.3 ppg, 9.0 rpg and 1.8 apg on the season, showing off his ability to operate in the paint and around the rim. He's got nice length and a solid frame on the floor. He'll be due for an appearance when the new rankings drop after the season.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1008879" first="Cade" last="Tyson"] | 6'7 Forward/Wing | Carmel Christian</strong></p> <p>The 6-foot-7 forward is having a strong start to his junior season with Carmel Christian. He's averaging 14.0 ppg, 4.8 rpg, 1.2 apg and 1.2 spg this season. He's been a solid combination with [player_tooltip player_id="642043" first="Ben" last="Burnham"] on the interior and as a stretch forward option. Look for his name to grow as more colleges get a look at him.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="577841" first="Freddie" last="Dilione"] | 6'6 Guard/Wing | Trinity Christian</strong></p> <p>Dilione continues to shine on the hardwood for Trinity Christian this season, posting 22.2 ppg, 7.4 rpg, 4.0 apg and 1.4 spg as they're 4-1 so far. He posted a triple-double (26 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists) to pace his squad to victory against Berean Baptist this past Friday. Colleges want to get a look at him as soon as possible.</p>