Way Too Early Season Preview: Fresh Faces Vol. 1

<p>Can’t wait for the upcoming H.S season! I’m super excited to get a look at a wide range of players. With over a year away from the game, I expect a plethora of changes to be part of the season. Perhaps there is no bigger anticipation, than the wait to watch new players take the floor for the first time. In our continued season preview coverage, we take a look at some players getting their first taste of Varsity action. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1269879" first="Q’Ronn" last="Brown"] <em>6’0 SG 2023 Somerset Losee</em> - Brown should be one of the leading scorers for Losee. Listed as a two, he has combo skills and a knack for creating for himself. </p> <p><span class="name-pointer">[player_tooltip player_id="1265404" first="Michael" last="Lambert"]</span> <em>5’9 PG Canyon Springs 2023</em>  - Lambert is going to be a pleasant surprise. His skills fit perfectly with Canyon’s needs. He has good wiggle, and the chance to make it easy for several of his athletic teammates. Canyon has a chance to surprise some people in 5A, and Lambert’s play could be a big part of their success. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="928923" first="Gianni" last="Rodriguez"] <em>6’3 SF 2022 Sierra Vista (#34PHN 2022)</em> - After Rodriguez’s sophomore season, I was excited over the prospect of his production during his Junior season. Now as a senior, he has the tools to help SV. The versatile forward doesn’t need to score to make an impact. If he brings defense and rebounding along with his playmaking skills, then SV’s season prospects go even higher. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1142271" first="Khamari" last="Taylor"] <em>6’0 CG 2024 Sierra Vista (#36PHN 2024) - </em>I’m not sure what I’ll get from Taylor this season, but he’s been impressive the last few times I’ve seen him play. He’s going to see minutes and has a defensive mindset. Those two traits alone put him in perfect position for an impact opportunity. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1015503" first="TJ" last="McTyer"] <em>5’9 PG 2023 Mojave (#18PHN 2023) - </em>McTyer has a lot of dog in his game. His ballhandling and scoring are going to be key for a deep Mojave squad. He has the speed and quickness to be a press-breaking paint touch getter. He’s also a guy willing to take the big shot for his team. Look for the PG to be an All-Conference candidate if all goes right. </p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="985628" first="Giali" last="Chapman"] <em>6’3 SG 2023 Mojave (#17PHN 2023) (fresh faces) - </em>I feel like I’ve been watching Chapman play forever. While this will be his first Varsity action, he was a key contributor to a good Centennial freshmen team a few seasons ago. His confidence should go a long way in helping his young Mojave squad. </p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://twitter.com/7outzbballclub1">Follow Prep Hoops</a></p>