From the Commited to the Unsigned – Class of 2021 Update

The class of 2021 had to cope with delayed or cancelled games and the lack recruiting visibility during their senior campaigns. Through it all, they still competed with hopes of achieving their dreams of playing on the next level. In this report about the class of 2021, I will highlight the latest on who is committed and/or signed in Louisiana and seniors who are still out there looking for a place to land.  

The Committed and Signed 

Here is a list of the latest who have committed to play on the college level.  Everywhere from Division I to NAIA is represented on this list.  

Bennie Amos Bennie Amos 6'0" | CG Landry-Walker | 2021 State LA (6’1″ - Panola College)                                               

Parker McNees Parker McNees 6'2" | SG Notre Dame - Crowley | 2021 State LA (6’2″ - LSU-Eunice) 

Devonte Austin Devonte Austin 6'0" | CG Wossman | 2021 State LA (6’1″ - Angelina College)                                     

Kashie Natt Kashie Natt 6'2" | SG Rayville | 2021 State LA (6’2″ - Southern-Shreveport)

AC Bryant AC Bryant 6'3" | SG Captain Shreve | 2021 State LA (6’2″ - Broward CC)                                                         

Benjamin Ponder Benjamin Ponder 6'3" | SF Calvary Baptist | 2021 State LA (6’3″ - Louisiana Tech)

Shammah Bryant Shammah Bryant 6'5" | SF Bossier | 2021 State LA (6’6″ - Barton College)                                       

Ethaniel Rizan Ethaniel Rizan 7'0" | C Central | 2021 State LA (7’0" - Delgado)

Kendrick Delahoussaye Kendrick Delahoussaye 6'0" | PG Lafayette | 2021 State LA (6’0″ - Bossier Parish CC)                     

Bryce Roberts Bryce Roberts 6'1" | CG Parkway | 2021 State LA (6’1" - LSU-Eunice)

Jourdain Dishmond Jourdain Dishmond 6'7" | PF Holy Savior Menard | 2021 State LA (6’7″ - Holmes CC)                                         

Brodie Romero Brodie Romero 6'0" | PG Benton | 2021 State LA (6’0" - Southern-Shreveport)

Gavin Harris Gavin Harris 6'2" | CG Walker | 2021 State LA (6’2″ - Southern University)                                       

Jathen Ross Jathen Ross 6'3" | SG Evangel | 2021 State LA (6’2" - Xavier University)        

Gage Larvadain Gage Larvadain 5'9" | PG Riverside | 2021 State LA (5’10″ - SE Louisiana University)                         

Artavious Washington Artavious Washington 5'10" | PG Southwood | 2021 State LA (5’10" - Centenary College)

Jyrell McClendon Jyrell McClendon 6'6" | PF Benton | 2021 State LA (6’6″ - Southern-Shreveport)                           

Kentae Williams Kentae Williams 6'3" | SG Port Allen | 2021 State LA (6’3" - Belhaven University)

Eric McKnight Eric McKnight 6'4" | SG Southwood | 2021 State LA (6’4″ - Centenary College)                                   

Kylan Williams Kylan Williams 6'6" | SF Opelousas | 2021 State LA (6’5" - Louisiana College)

There are still some qualities players in the class of 2021 who are signed.  A few of the notables are listed below.

Unsigned Notables

Zaheem Jackson Zaheem Jackson 6'3" | CG Scotlandville | 2021 State LA (6’3″ - Scotlandville)  - The Scotlandville guard can table set and play off the ball.  He attracts contact when he drives but he takes it like a champ.  Jackson is as versatile as they come and is a winner.  His versatility will make him a valuable asset at any school no matter the level. 

Tydrick Harrell Tydrick Harrell 6'4" | PG Marksville | 2021 State LA (6’4″ - Marksville) - A 6’4" point guard is worth a look at any level.  Harrell can get to the rim, does not mind dishing the rock, and is a solid defender.  A college who gives him a good look may have a legit gem with him.  

Randarius Jones Randarius Jones 6'7" | PF Carroll | 2021 State LA (6’7″ - Carroll) - The Carroll power forward has had suitors.  He is 6’7" and skilled so someone will take a chance on him.

Delatrion Moton Delatrion Moton 6'4" | CG Woodlawn-Shreve | 2021 State LA (6’4″ - Woodlawn-Shreveport) - Moton and his high basketball IQ have yet to find a home.  I would not be surprised if he ends up at Southern-Shreveport to add to the roster of north Louisiana talent they are building.

John Mitchell John Mitchell 6'3" | CG Captain Shreve | 2021 State LA (6’3″ - Captain Shreve) - Mitchell is an uber-talented guard who has historically played out of position.  He can handle the rock and is good in the paint.  A place to improve his guard skills would be a good home for him.  

Brandon Harton Brandon Harton 6'4" | SF Jehovah-Jireh | 2021 State LA (6’4″ - Jehovah-Jireh) - It is hard to believe a four time state champion has yet to find a home.  Harton is a good rebounder and can run the floor.  A place to work on the consistency of his jumper would be ideal for him.  

Darius Young Darius Young 6'5" | PF Natchitoches Central | 2021 State LA (6’5″ - Natchitoches Central) - The 1-5A MVP expanded his game and was a threat inside and out.  He slimmed down as well so he is more of a threat off the dribble.  Someone who is as good around the basket as he is should find a landing spot.

Jamaar Moore Jamaar Moore 6'1" | CG Washington-Marion | 2021 State LA (6’2″ - Washington-Marion) - Washington-Marion had an abrupt end to their playoff run which probably hinder some additional looks at this two way player.  He is a dog on defense and can score from all three levels.  He is truly a sleeper.  

Leonard Jackson Leonard Jackson 6'3" | CG De La Salle | 2021 State LA (6’3") from De La Salle should be signing soon and a couple of others have expressed changes coming as well.  Prospect camps for 2021s are still being held with Dallas Baptist and Texas A&M-Texarkana having camps soon.  2021 players still have a chance to sign with summer right around the corner.