Team Preview: Miami Northwestern

<p>Throughout this month, I will be highlighting selected teams across South Florida. Today, my focus is on Miami Northwestern. The Bulls went 13-5 last season and are led by new head coach <strong>Melvin Randall</strong>. Assistant head coach <strong>Lance Tejada Sr.</strong> moves over from <strong>Mater Lakes Academy</strong>.</p> <p>Here is the 2021-2022 roster I received.</p> <p>2022 PG Isreal Smith</p> <p>2023 PG/SG [player_tooltip player_id="709256" first="Jamai" last="Hager-Tejada"]</p> <p>2023 SF Frederick Acosta</p> <p>2023 PF [player_tooltip player_id="829479" first="Dominic" last="Smith"]</p> <p>2022 SF Camari Austin</p> <p>2022 PG/SG Brandon Gilgeours</p> <p>2023 SG [player_tooltip player_id="709247" first="PJ" last="Paulk"]</p> <p>2023 SF Jaden Lane</p> <p>2022 SF Terry Glasgow</p> <p>2022 SG Tyrese Robinson</p> <p>2023 PF Terrence Kemp</p> <p>2024 SF Gameto Thomas Jr.</p> <p>2023 PF Amir Parker</p> <p>2022 PF SirMalik Muhammad</p> <p>We know a good amount about [player_tooltip player_id="709256" first="Jamai" last="Hager-Tejada"]. The 5-foot-10 combo guard averaged 18.6 points per game while shooting 43 percent from the field for Mater Lakes Academy. Moreover, Hager-Tejada went 30-of-82 (37 percent) from deep. He brings toughness and consistent scoring ability out of the backcourt. Hager-Tejada will attack the basket with any crease. He fits the moxy of Miami-Northwestern.</p> <p>Brandon Gilgeours played for Randall in his one season at <strong>Chaminade-Madonna</strong>. The 6-foot-2 guard averaged 12.8 points per game while shooting 45 percent from the floor. In addition, he knocked down 46 3-pointers. Gilgeours has good touch and can spread out opposing defenses. He’s a nice offensive add to this team.</p> <p>Apparently, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="709247" first="PJ" last="Paulk"]</strong> is back after playing football for <strong>Booker T. Washington</strong>. The 6-foot-2 shooting guard brings a ton of power and scoring ability off the dribble. Paulk is relentless and will score tough baskets around the rim. He might be the best overall player on the team.</p> <p><strong>Camari Austin</strong> is a prospect with length and athleticism. The 6-foot-4 forward has a good shot and can extend on the floor. Austin was the Bulls’ leading scorer last season. I like his versatility and mismatch ability on the floor.</p> <p>Frederick "Freddy" Acosta could be a sleeper as he transferred from <strong>New York</strong>. Acosta has plenty of size to play guard at 6-foot-5. He could be a well-known name in South Florida in due time. Watch out for 6-foot-4 shooting guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id="829479" first="Dominic" last="Smith"]</strong> as well.</p> <p>Bringing in legendary coach Melvin Randall should only help Miami Northwestern. The Bulls have talented pieces at guard and forward to have a great season. I think the additions of Hager-Tejada and Gilgeours give this team an added boost alongside Austin and Paulk. Therefore, the Bulls have a lot of looks and scoring options. Miami Northwestern has performed better over the years and that should only continue under Randall’s pedigree.</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> <p>&nbsp;</p>