Ten Available Defensive Stoppers in 2022

<p>With the DMV regarded as a hotbed for talent, many high-level prospects are still available who are likely to make a lasting impact at the next level. Here is a closer look at ten defensive stoppers who remain unsigned.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="777061" first="Favour" last="Aire"] | Bishop McNamara (MD)</h5> <p>One thing you can always expect from Aire is maximum effort. The big fella is up to every challenge defensively. Whether that means hedging and switching on the perimeter, or meeting opponents at the rim, Aire is always trying to make an impact. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="815577" first="Maliq" last="Brown"] | Blue Ridge (VA)</h5> <p>Brown is as elite a defender as you’ll find in this region. He can guard any position and is a special rim protector in part because of his ridiculous length.</p> <h5><a href="https://prephoops.com/player/darren-buchanan-jr/">Darren Buchanan Jr.</a> | Woodrow Wilson (DC)</h5> <p>Buchanan’s defensive versatility was a key element to Team Durant’s success this summer. He is a smart team defender who is very strong at the point of attack. Buchanan also communicates well and doesn’t fall for pump fakes. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="837925" first="Chris" last="Gamble"] | Sidwell Friends (DC)</h5> <p>Gamble is a strong, athletic guard who embraces every challenge defensively. Whether he’s guarding a 6’7" forward in the post, or a 6’2" marksman on the wing, he consistently takes away airspace and makes things difficult for his foe. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="904663" first="Rob" last="Lawson"] | Archbishop Carroll (DC)</h5> <p>Lawson has long been considered one of the better on-ball defenders in this area. He picks up full relentlessly where he uses his low center of gravity and quickness to turn his man repeatedly. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="904678" first="Ifanieye" last="Lewis"] | Eleanor Roosevelt (MD)</h5> <p>Lewis is a flat-out ball hawk. He has quick hands which he often uses to snatch the ball away from opposing ball-handlers. Lewis reacts quickly and instinctively to 50/50’s and is always looking to turn defense into offense.</p> <h5>Michael Moore | National Christian (MD)</h5> <p>Vigilant would be a good word to describe Moore as a defender. He’s a magnificent chase-down artist who has a tendency to come up with timely blocks at critical moments. Moore has the strength and athleticism combined with the motor to be very dominant for a long time. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="954640" first="Jordan" last="Pennick"] | Archbishop Spalding (MD)</h5> <p>Pennick is the perfect guy to stick on a big wing. He doesn’t give ground easily in the post and denies his man exceptionally well. Pennick shrewdly uses his hands to distort the vision of his opponents when they attempt to shoot or pass. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="904687" first="James" last="Rice"] | Eleanor Roosevelt (MD)</h5> <p>Rice is part of a dangerous defensive duo in tandem with Lewis. He is a deflection machine who is always looking to get in the passing lanes. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="1107823" first="Miles" last="Webb"] | SSSAS (VA)</h5> <p>Webb’s defensive potential is undeniable. His combination of length and agility enable him to guard multiple positions quite comfortably. </p>