2021-2022 All-North Louisiana Team

While things have begun hot and heavy on the grassroots circuit, it is still important to put a bow on the season. Since working for Prep Hoops Louisiana, I have taken the time after the season concluded to name an all-North Louisiana team. With that said, here is my fifth installment of the postseason, all-North Louisiana team. First Team [player_tooltip player_id="981495" first="Jordan" last="Crawford"] (Simsboro | 16.0) [player_tooltip player_id="1213567" first="Terrance" last="James"] (Gibsland-Coleman | 21.0) [player_tooltip player_id="781848" first="Patrick" last="McCraney"] (Neville | 22.4) [player_tooltip player_id="781849" first="Rayshun" last="McCullar"] (Huntington | 22.0) [player_tooltip player_id="781860" first="Labree" last="Williams"] (Calvary | 24.0) My first team selections probably had great individual seasons. In the midst of their individual production, they were key figures in the success of their respective teams. [player_tooltip player_id="981495" first="Jordan" last="Crawford"] was the primary ball handler and most versatile defender for the back-to-back champions in Class B (Simsboro) and he was also their most versatile defender. He scored 16 points per game while guarding five positions on some nights. [player_tooltip player_id="1213567" first="Terrance" last="James"] was the most electrifying transition player in north Louisiana. His 21 points per game were fueled by his transition scoring and his paint defense. Both helped Gibsland-Coleman raise the class C title at the end of the season. [player_tooltip player_id="781848" first="Patrick" last="McCraney"] began the regular season with a 30 piece against Woodlawn (S’port) and never looked back in another district MVP season. His 20-plus point average helped Neville reach the state quarterfinals in Class 4A. [player_tooltip player_id="781849" first="Rayshun" last="McCullar"] had an MVP season as well in district 1-4A. His season, which garnered him a first team all-state selection, helped the Huntington Raiders return to Marsh Madness for the first time in over ten years. Rounding out my first team is [player_tooltip player_id="781860" first="Labree" last="Williams"]. The do-it-all forward from Calvary Baptist was in the best player in Class 1A and helped the Cavaliers to their third runner-up title finish in his career. Second Team [player_tooltip player_id="970111" first="Jamaria" last="Clark"] (Doyline | 31.0) [player_tooltip player_id="932846" first="Joseph" last="Manning"] (Bossier | 17.7) [player_tooltip player_id="932860" first="Nick" last="Maryland"] (Simsboro | 16.0) [player_tooltip player_id="1273400" first="Braylan" last="McNeal"] (Ruston | 12.0) [player_tooltip player_id="1130732" first="Omarion" last="Miller"] (North Caddo | 26.0) [player_tooltip player_id="970111" first="Jamaria" last="Clark"] grew as a player this past season while averaging 31 points per game. He became a better facilitator and deference to teammates help the Panthers make the quarterfinal run they made. [player_tooltip player_id="932846" first="Joseph" last="Manning"] was arguably the best two-way player in the state and definitely in North Louisiana. His ability to take over games offensively and defensively was a key catalyst in the Bearkats Marsh Madness appearance. [player_tooltip player_id="932860" first="Nick" last="Maryland"] is one of the top wing defenders we have in Louisiana and was Class B title game MOP. He is a streaky shooter who is not afraid of the big games and big moments which he displayed time and time again this season. Ruston wing [player_tooltip player_id="1273400" first="Braylan" last="McNeal"] was a difference maker on offense and defense helping his team to a top 5 ranking this season in Class 5A. His 12 points per is only a small part of what he does for the Bearcats on a nightly basis. Rounding out the second team is one of the best receivers in the state who also happens to be pretty good on the hardwood. [player_tooltip player_id="1130732" first="Omarion" last="Miller"] and his 26 points a game helped the Titans win a district title and make a deep playoff run. Not too bad of a send off. Third Team [player_tooltip player_id="970126" first="Omarion" last="Layssard"] (Northwood-Lena | 21.9) [player_tooltip player_id="1206919" first="Markell" last="McClain"] (Peabody | 15.0) [player_tooltip player_id="970130" first="Courtney" last="McCarthy"] (Richwood | 31.0) [player_tooltip player_id="1211165" first="Albert" last="Shell"] (Wossman | 15.4) [player_tooltip player_id="1127252" first="Kyron" last="Reed"] (Captain Shreve | 12.5) Leading off the third team is one of the most explosive players in Central Louisiana who is exceptional at converting and-1 situations. [player_tooltip player_id="970126" first="Omarion" last="Layssard"] and his near 22 points per game led Northwood-Lena within one game of back-to-back trips to Marsh Madness. [player_tooltip player_id="1206919" first="Markell" last="McClain"] became the Warhorses leader this season and did not disappoint leading the team with 15 points per game. He helped lead them to a quarterfinal birth in Class 4A. [player_tooltip player_id="970130" first="Courtney" last="McCarthy"] plays both ends of the floor well and that earned him a spot on the Class 3A all-state team. Even though the Rams lost to Bossier in the 2nd round, McCarthy was a key to earning them a first round home game. As far as two-way players go, [player_tooltip player_id="1211165" first="Albert" last="Shell"] is on a short list of good ones. His 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists were obvious reasons that helped Wossman play for a state championship in Class 3A. Rounding out the third team is a player who learned a new position on the fly while maintaining his shooting prowess from the perimeter. [player_tooltip player_id="1127252" first="Kyron" last="Reed"] led Captain Shreve to a 1-5A district championship and was named district MVP. He is a player who elevated his game and deserved recognition for his stellar play. Honorable Mention *Special recognition to Devin Myers #30 of Huntington High School. He would have definitely been a member of this squad if not for his untimely passing. He was a junior who was going to make a mark on the grassroots circuit and for the Raiders in 22-23. [player_tooltip player_id="932848" first="Marquarius" last="Johnson"] (Southwood), [player_tooltip player_id="981599" first="Noah" last="Jonker"] (ASH), [player_tooltip player_id="1180576" first="Andri" last="Lewis"] (Woodlawn), [player_tooltip player_id="970132" first="Chilaydrien" last="Newton"] (SImsboro), [player_tooltip player_id="932850" first="Donavan" last="Seamster"] (Woodlawn), [player_tooltip player_id="1127251" first="Decedric" last="Webb"] (Huntington), Ricky Johnson (Carroll), [player_tooltip player_id="1376915" first="Zamarion" last="Neal"] (Northwood), [player_tooltip player_id="1376905" first="Dalyn" last="Davis"] (Nathictoches Central), [player_tooltip player_id="1051639" first="Dmitry" last="Payne"] (Lincoln Prep), [player_tooltip player_id="1270247" first="Antonio" last="Coleman"] (Airline), Sterry Leonard (Ouachita), [player_tooltip player_id="1051643" first="Javonte" last="Howard"] (Lakeview), Joseph Adams (Calvin), Dontarius Coleman (Gibsland-Coleman), Kenneth Mongomery (Zwolle), [player_tooltip player_id="1351564" first="Chris" last="Williams"] (Choudrant), [player_tooltip player_id="981498" first="Jamari" last="Markray"] (Doyline), [player_tooltip player_id="781841" first="Dakota" last="Gasca"] (West Monroe), [player_tooltip player_id="1211105" first="Marquis" last="Harris"] (Bossier), [player_tooltip player_id="781852" first="Jadais" last="Richard"] (West Monroe), [player_tooltip player_id="1105545" first="Greg" last="Manning"] (Benton), [player_tooltip player_id="1130734" first="Jacobee" last="Jackson"] (BTW-S’port), [player_tooltip player_id="781850" first="Martin" last="McDowell"] (Calvary Baptist), [player_tooltip player_id="1128272" first="McKennald" last="Armstead"] (Neville), [player_tooltip player_id="781862" first="Pat" last="Williams"] (Wossman), [player_tooltip player_id="1127249" first="Nick" last="Dyer"] (BTW-S’port), Ethan Roberts (Saline), [player_tooltip player_id="1213564" first="Jonathan" last="Barron"] (Northwood-Lena), [player_tooltip player_id="1208076" first="Jaquevius" last="Thompson"] (Caldwell Parish), [player_tooltip player_id="932856" first="Lance" last="Waddles"] (Evangel), [player_tooltip player_id="1218221" first="Dustin" last="Welch"] (Anacoco), [player_tooltip player_id="1270245" first="D’Anthony" last="Kimble"] (Homer), [player_tooltip player_id="970110" first="Eric" last="Washington"] (Delhi), Demarcus Dixon (Rayville), [player_tooltip player_id="1127253" first="Tony" last="Percy"] (Delhi) [player_tooltip player_id="1051642" first="Desmond" last="Duncan"] (Winnfield), [player_tooltip player_id="1376916" first="Tydre" last="Malone"] (Jonesboro-Hodge)

While things have begun hot and heavy on the grassroots circuit, it is still important to put a bow on the season. Since working for Prep Hoops Louisiana, I have taken the time after the season concluded to name an all-North Louisiana team. With that said, here is my fifth installment of the postseason, all-North Louisiana team.

First Team

Jordan Crawford Jordan Crawford 6'2" | CG Simsboro | 2022 State LA (Simsboro | 16.0)

Terrance James Terrance James 6'4" | SF Gibsland-Coleman | 2023 State LA (Gibsland-Coleman | 21.0)

Patrick McCraney Patrick McCraney 6'2" | CG Neville | 2022 State LA (Neville | 22.4)

Rayshun McCullar Rayshun McCullar 6'1" | PG Huntington | 2022 State LA (Huntington | 22.0)

Labree Williams Labree Williams 6'6" | SF Calvary Baptist | 2023 #186 Nation FL (Calvary | 24.0)

My first team selections probably had great individual seasons. In the midst of their individual production, they were key figures in the success of their respective teams. Jordan Crawford Jordan Crawford 6'2" | CG Simsboro | 2022 State LA was the primary ball handler and most versatile defender for the back-to-back champions in Class B (Simsboro) and he was also their most versatile defender. He scored 16 points per game while guarding five positions on some nights. Terrance James Terrance James 6'4" | SF Gibsland-Coleman | 2023 State LA was the most electrifying transition player in north Louisiana. His 21 points per game were fueled by his transition scoring and his paint defense. Both helped Gibsland-Coleman raise the class C title at the end of the season. Patrick McCraney Patrick McCraney 6'2" | CG Neville | 2022 State LA began the regular season with a 30 piece against Woodlawn (S’port) and never looked back in another district MVP season. His 20-plus point average helped Neville reach the state quarterfinals in Class 4A.

Rayshun McCullar Rayshun McCullar 6'1" | PG Huntington | 2022 State LA had an MVP season as well in district 1-4A. His season, which garnered him a first team all-state selection, helped the Huntington Raiders return to Marsh Madness for the first time in over ten years. Rounding out my first team is Labree Williams Labree Williams 6'6" | SF Calvary Baptist | 2023 #186 Nation FL . The do-it-all forward from Calvary Baptist was in the best player in Class 1A and helped the Cavaliers to their third runner-up title finish in his career.

Second Team

Jamaria Clark Jamaria Clark 6'2" | CG Doyline | 2023 State LA (Doyline | 31.0)

Joseph Manning Joseph Manning 6'3" | CG Bossier | 2022 State LA (Bossier | 17.7)

Nick Maryland Nick Maryland 6'2" | CG Simsboro | 2022 State LA (Simsboro | 16.0)

Braylan McNeal Braylan McNeal 6'6" | SF Ruston | 2023 State LA (Ruston | 12.0)

Omarion Miller Omarion Miller 6'2" | CG North Caddo | 2023 State LA (North Caddo | 26.0)

Jamaria Clark Jamaria Clark 6'2" | CG Doyline | 2023 State LA grew as a player this past season while averaging 31 points per game. He became a better facilitator and deference to teammates help the Panthers make the quarterfinal run they made. Joseph Manning Joseph Manning 6'3" | CG Bossier | 2022 State LA was arguably the best two-way player in the state and definitely in North Louisiana. His ability to take over games offensively and defensively was a key catalyst in the Bearkats Marsh Madness appearance. Nick Maryland Nick Maryland 6'2" | CG Simsboro | 2022 State LA is one of the top wing defenders we have in Louisiana and was Class B title game MOP. He is a streaky shooter who is not afraid of the big games and big moments which he displayed time and time again this season. Ruston wing Braylan McNeal Braylan McNeal 6'6" | SF Ruston | 2023 State LA was a difference maker on offense and defense helping his team to a top 5 ranking this season in Class 5A. His 12 points per is only a small part of what he does for the Bearcats on a nightly basis. Rounding out the second team is one of the best receivers in the state who also happens to be pretty good on the hardwood. Omarion Miller Omarion Miller 6'2" | CG North Caddo | 2023 State LA and his 26 points a game helped the Titans win a district title and make a deep playoff run. Not too bad of a send off.

Third Team

Omarion Layssard Omarion Layssard 6'2" | SG Northwood | 2023 State LA (Northwood-Lena | 21.9)

Markell McClain Markell McClain 6'3" | SG Peabody | 2022 State LA (Peabody | 15.0)

Courtney McCarthy Courtney McCarthy 6'5" | SG Richwood | 2023 State LA (Richwood | 31.0)

Albert Shell Albert Shell 6'3" | SG Wossman | 2022 State LA (Wossman | 15.4)

Kyron Reed Kyron Reed 6'1" | CG Captain Shreve | 2022 State LA (Captain Shreve | 12.5)

Leading off the third team is one of the most explosive players in Central Louisiana who is exceptional at converting and-1 situations. Omarion Layssard Omarion Layssard 6'2" | SG Northwood | 2023 State LA and his near 22 points per game led Northwood-Lena within one game of back-to-back trips to Marsh Madness. Markell McClain Markell McClain 6'3" | SG Peabody | 2022 State LA became the Warhorses leader this season and did not disappoint leading the team with 15 points per game. He helped lead them to a quarterfinal birth in Class 4A. Courtney McCarthy Courtney McCarthy 6'5" | SG Richwood | 2023 State LA plays both ends of the floor well and that earned him a spot on the Class 3A all-state team. Even though the Rams lost to Bossier in the 2nd round, McCarthy was a key to earning them a first round home game. As far as two-way players go, Albert Shell Albert Shell 6'3" | SG Wossman | 2022 State LA is on a short list of good ones. His 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists were obvious reasons that helped Wossman play for a state championship in Class 3A. Rounding out the third team is a player who learned a new position on the fly while maintaining his shooting prowess from the perimeter. Kyron Reed Kyron Reed 6'1" | CG Captain Shreve | 2022 State LA led Captain Shreve to a 1-5A district championship and was named district MVP. He is a player who elevated his game and deserved recognition for his stellar play.

Honorable Mention

*Special recognition to Devin Myers #30 of Huntington High School. He would have definitely been a member of this squad if not for his untimely passing. He was a junior who was going to make a mark on the grassroots circuit and for the Raiders in 22-23.