Big Shots VB May Madness Standouts (Part 4)
Big Shots was in multiple areas this year, but one of their spots was in the brand new and beautiful VB Sportscenter by the Ocean Front for the VB May Madness. A two day event featuring teams from all over…
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Continue ReadingBig Shots was in multiple areas this year, but one of their spots was in the brand new and beautiful VB Sportscenter by the Ocean Front for the VB May Madness. A two day event featuring teams from all over the east coast, it was an excellent opportunity to see some of the top independent programs in the VA and DMV area, and there were tons of talented teams and individuals in attendance.
I was streaming and broadcasting the games with the CBG Live Network on the championship court, and you can see all the games on that court here.
Here’s a look at part four of the standouts, featuring some of the top 16U players from VA and the DMV.
Amari Gray Amari Gray 6'2" | CG Life Christian Academy | 2023 State VA | 6’1” CG | VA Havoc 16U
Gray did what he does best for a good Havoc 16U group as he showed how successful he can be as a bully guard at his size. The 6’1” combo guard has broad shoulders and a strong upper body that he uses to muscle guys when he gets downhill, and it also allows him to be a good rebounder and defender as well helping him keep guys in front of him. He’s a great glue piece as he’ll do a little bit of everything for his team.
KJ Wyche | 5’5” PG | VA Havoc 16U
Wyche is just a freshman playing up for Havoc 16s, and he’s shown tremendous potential for his age with his skillset and understanding of the game. He’s a true floor general that has a good IQ and sets the tone on both ends, he can make shots from deep and he has good wiggle and a tight handle. As he continues to grow he’ll be a guy to keep an eye on in the Richmond area for sure.
Dante Kearse | 6’4” WF | VA Havoc 16U
Kearse is an impressive up and coming prospect in the Chesterfield area as he was instrumental in the success of Manchester this year who finished one game shy of the state tournament. A rugged and versatile 6’4” forward, Kearse plays with a great motor that allows him to make plays in transition and on the glass, and he’s a mismatch guy with his ability to face up and put it on the deck. His high motor and production level is very impressive already and will only continue to get better moving forward.
Luke Fisher | 6’0” PG | Team Richmond 16U
Fisher, who’s the next point guard at Trinity Episcopal School, showed a mix of grit and skill in Team Richmond’s run to the 16U championship before falling to Team Loaded 757. The 6’0” point guard is skilled as both a scorer and a distributor, but it was the way he was able to take over games when his team needed him to that was impressive. He’s crafty around the basket and with the ball in his hands, and he can make shots from multiple levels while making others better as well.
Paul Williams | 6’8” C | Team Richmond 16U
An intriguing big man out of Walsingham, Williams showed a lot of upside as he’s a good athlete with good size and a budding skill set that should get better with time. He has good hands and is able to catch and finish above the rim, he can step out and play in the mid-post area and he is a presence on the defensive end in the paint too. He’s also a high academic student and a star baseball player as well.
Elwyn Wordlaw | 5’10” PG | Global Squad 16U
Wordlaw was one of my favorite guys from the event, as the 5’10” freshman was playing up on Global Squad and was fantastic for them with his ability to score it in bunches. He’s silky smooth off the bounce and can get to spots and in the lane at will, he’s a crafty shot maker around the basket and he’s a knock down shooter from deep. He has great instincts and feel for the game for his age and he’s a budding star in the Maryland area.