Team Preview: Miami Palmetto

<p>Throughout this month, I will be highlighting selected teams across South Florida. This article takes me to Miami Palmetto. The Panthers are led by head coach <strong>Alex Ordoqui</strong>. Miami Palmetto finished last season with a 14-8 record</p> <p>First things first, the Panthers should be a top 5 team in Miami-Dade County. 2022 [player_tooltip player_id="814912" first="Jimel" last="Lane"] (<strong>Mater Academy Charter</strong>) and [player_tooltip player_id="1055700" first="Braylon" last="Burbridge"] (<strong>Sagemont</strong>) transfer in to give this team added firepower. In addition, 6-foot-5 [player_tooltip player_id="546206" first="Anthony" last="Salazar"] moves over after stops at <strong>Champagnat</strong> <strong>Catholic</strong> and <strong>Archbishop Carroll</strong>. [player_tooltip player_id="1163365" first="Alex" last="Soto"] also joins the Panthers from <strong>Doral Academy</strong>.</p> <p>Key players/roster:</p> <p>2022 [player_tooltip player_id="814912" first="Jimel" last="Lane"]</p> <p>2022 [player_tooltip player_id="546206" first="Anthony" last="Salazar"]</p> <p>2024 [player_tooltip player_id="1163365" first="Alex" last="Soto"]</p> <p>2024 Ethan Louis</p> <p>2022 [player_tooltip player_id="956773" first="Warner" last="Davis"]</p> <p>2023 [player_tooltip player_id="709241" first="Cooper" last="Josefsberg"]</p> <p>2024 [player_tooltip player_id="1055700" first="Braylon" last="Burbridge"]</p> <p>2025 Diogo Alves</p> <p>2024 Josh Lipson</p> <p>2022 [player_tooltip player_id="955605" first="Adam" last="Cohen"]</p> <p>2022 [player_tooltip player_id="1065492" first="Nick" last="Pineyro"]</p> <p>2024 Randy Smith</p> <p>The 6-foot-7 Lane could be the best senior in the area. He averaged 19.9 points and 5.7 rebounds while leading the Lions to a 21-3 record. Lane has size and length to be a factor on both ends. He’s an improved shooter to go along with his natural athleticism. Burbridge comes in with a quick handle and scoring ability off the dribble. I liked how he maintained himself as a freshman with Sagemont. Burbridge does not seem to be phased in high pressure-situations. 6-foot-1 guard [player_tooltip player_id="956773" first="Warner" last="Davis"] averaged 23.3 points per game as a junior. Davis can stretch the floor and provide instant offense with his 3-point shooting ability. He’s a kid that could drop 30 points on anyone.</p> <p>6-foot combo guard [player_tooltip player_id="1065492" first="Nick" last="Pineyro"] averaged nearly 18 points per game. He’s quick and not afraid to attack you off the dribble. Overall, the Panthers have a nice group of scoring guards.</p> <p>6-foot-5 [player_tooltip player_id="1163365" first="Alex" last="Soto"] is a scoring forward with mid-range and 3-point ability. I like Soto’s length and versatility in the halfcourt. With the Firebirds, he averaged just under four points per game. I expect a scoring increase from Soto this season.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="709241" first="Cooper" last="Josefsberg"] is a prospect to watch The 6-foot-3 guard could be the best shooter in the area. Josefsberg played well in fall league games and showed he is another offensive weapon.</p> <p>Point guard <strong>Randy Smith</strong> is a newcomer from <strong>Atlanta</strong>. Smith had a great summer for <strong>Team Hardaway</strong> and should bring added depth. Smith is highly athletic and very strong. He should provide multiple looks for the Panthers.</p> <p>Miami Palmetto has a lot of pieces to warrant a high ranking. They can beat you with multiple looks and have length at all positions. The Panthers should be right at the top with Lane leading the way.</p> <p><em><strong>For any South Florida Prep Hoops news or information...please contact Michael Costeines @Steins_23 on Instagram or follow him on Twitter @Mungertown_Mike23.</strong></em></p>