Top-10 Breakout Performers of the Season
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Here is a closer look at the top-10 breakout performers of the 2021-2022 season. #10 John Loughlin John Loughlin 6'1" | CG Episcopal | 2022 State VA | Episcopal (VA) ’22 Loughlin had his best statistical season as a senior.…
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#10 John Loughlin John Loughlin 6'1" | CG Episcopal | 2022 State VA | Episcopal (VA) ’22
Loughlin had his best statistical season as a senior. He led the area in made threes with 64 and scored a personal best 40 points in a memorable win at conference rival SSSAS.
#9 Gio Moore Gio Moore 6'5" | SF Blair | 2022 State MD | Blair (MD) ’22
Moore went from Rock Creek to Blair where he thrived as a senior. He averaged 22.7 points per game, good enough to rank him first on the All-Met Sports Leaderboard.
#8 Marvin Brimage Jr. | Wilson (DC) ’23
Brimage was a reliable scorer all season long for the Tigers. His emergence as an offensive threat helped propel the Tigers to the city championship.
#7 Drew McKenna Drew McKenna 6'7" | PF Glenelg Country | 2024 #61 Nation MD | Glenelg Country (MD) ’24
McKenna established himself as a top tier prospect in the 2024 class this season. He enjoyed a productive sophomore campaign for the Dragons during which he averaged over 20 points per game.
#6 Malik Mack Malik Mack 6'0" | PG St. John’s | 2023 State #260 Nation MD | St. John’s (DC) ’23
Mack returned from serious injury to play some of the best basketball to date. He was recognized by earning first team All-WCAC honors.
#5 Cyrus Chisolm Cyrus Chisolm 6'0" | SG Sandy Spring | 2023 State MD | Sandy Spring (MD) ’23
Chisolm is one of the best kept secrets in the area. His stellar play on both ends of the floor was a key factor in helping Sandy Spring lift the PVAC Championship.
#4 Montez Steele Montez Steele 6'4" | SF Friendship Tech | 2022 State MD | Friendship Tech (DC) ’22
Steele is a versatile lead guard who makes everyone around him better. As the veteran on a young team, he led the Titans to the PCSAA Championship with a win over Friendship Collegate.
#3 Ben Hammond Ben Hammond 5'10" | PG Paul VI | 2024 State #143 Nation VA | Paul VI (VA) ’24
Hammond stepped up when his team needed him most this postseason. With Darren Harris Darren Harris 6'6" | SF Paul VI | 2024 State #59 Nation VA out due to injury, he saw increased opportunities and took advantage. Hammond’s solid play was instrumental for the Panthers on their way to winning the WCAC and VISAA titles respectively.
#2 Caleb Williams Caleb Williams 6'7" | SF Sidwell Friends | 2024 State #93 Nation MD | Sidwell Friends (DC) ’24
There may not be a player who improved more from start to finish this season than Caleb Williams Caleb Williams 6'7" | SF Sidwell Friends | 2024 State #93 Nation MD . By season’s end, he was scoring in double figures routinely, controlling the glass, and making winning plays in crucial moments.
#1 David King David King 6'3" | PF Hayfield | 2023 State VA | Hayfield (VA) ’23
King has been on the map for a while, but he truly rose to prominence this season. With the Hawks going unbeaten, he remained a consistent threat to opponents in the paint. King’s relentless motor, unbelievable hands, high IQ, and remarkable touch are one of a kind.