Jersey Shore Predators Standouts Part 2

<p>The Jersey Shore Predators practice had so many standouts that one article was simply not enough. Here are more standouts from yesterday’s Jersey Shore Predators practice.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1013082" first="Luke" last="Farrell"], 6’6 SF/PF St. Rose 2022</strong></p> <p>Farrell stood out throughout the practice as he showed his ability to impact the game in multiple ways. The 6’6 forward used his strong frame to finish around the basket and did not mind drawing contact. Farrell has a nice handle, which he used get by his defender and brought the ball up the floor during the live sessions at times. He fought for rebounds and made good passes during the game sessions. Farrell’s versatility is something that will help his game in a big way this season.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1150283" first="Nick" last="Valentino"], 6’0 SG Red Bank Regional 2023</strong></p> <p>Valentino was consistent throughout the practice as he made plays throughout the night. The 6’0 guard was able to get to the rim and finished nicely. Valentino has a nice release on his jumper and shot the ball with confidence. He fought for rebounds on both ends of the floor and worked hard on the defensive end. Valentino is a gritty guard prospect who is a gamer at both ends of the floor.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1273931" first="Jameson" last="Ackerman"], 5’10 PG Red Bank Regional 2024</strong></p> <p>Valentino was not the only Buccaneer who stood out at yesterday’s practice as Ackerman had a strong practice. The 5’10 guard was tough to contain off the bounce as he was constantly getting into the paint. Ackerman finished nicely around the basket and has a nice mid-range game. He made good decisions with the ball in his hands and fought for rebounds on both ends of the floor. Ackerman is a breakout candidate to watch in the Shore Conference as he gets more looks in Red Bank Regional’s offense.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1146264" first="Kevin" last="Telesford"], 6’5 SF/PF Monmouth Regional 2022</strong></p> <p>Telesford was impressive at practice as he consistently made an impact throughout the night. The 6’5 forward showed off a nice touch on his jumper yesterday as he knocked down a couple shots from distance. Telesford did more than just shoot the ball as he finished nicely around the basket and fought for rebounds at both ends. The ball did not stick in his hands during the game sessions and made very few poor decisions in the half court. Telesford can have a strong 2022 campaign if he can maintain his level of play from practice yesterday.</p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1206542" first="Soren" last="Wilson"], 6’2 SF Toms River East 2023</strong></p> <p>Wilson stood out yesterday as he was aggressive throughout the practice. The 6’2 forward attacked the basket with a purpose and was unafraid of finishing through contact close to the rim. Wilson did more than just drive as he scored nicely in the mid-range and made several nice passes during the game sessions. He fought for rebounds throughout the practice and made plays on defense. Wilson is in line for a big junior season with his ability to finish around the basket and high-end motor.</p>