5 Players In The CIAA Who Could Have A Breakout Season.
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High school season is going to be here before you know it. Here we look ahead to the upcoming season, and at 5 players from Connecticut in the CIAA who could have a breakout season. Adam Pandolfi HEIGHT 6'1" POS…
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Continue ReadingHigh school season is going to be here before you know it. Here we look ahead to the upcoming season, and at 5 players from Connecticut in the CIAA who could have a breakout season.
Adam had a strong end to last season, and will look to carry that momentum to this season. He is a tough Guard. He doesn’t settle for shots, and looks to get in the paint, and take it to the rim. He can hit the open three pointer as well. Adam is a vocal leader on the floor, and always communicating. He is not the biggest player on the floor, but still manages to score on bigger defenders, and defend players bigger in size. He often guards the opposing teams best ball handler. When asked about guarding players bigger in size Adam said quote”size doesn’t matter, it’s all about mindset and out working your opponents”. That is a very mentally tough comment to make. Looking forward to seeing what Adam does this coming season. Adam is also a standout player on the schools football team.
Nathaniel King
Nathaniel King
With some seniors graduating on the Middletown team, that could mean a chance for King to breakout this season. He showed glimpses last season of what he can do and being a year old older, I think he will have a strong season. He is an athletic guard, who has good length for the position. He is a good spot up shooter, who can also attack the close outs.
After a close lose in the State semi finals last year, Quintin and the Windsor team will look to make it a step farther this season. Quintin is a quick Guard. He is a sneaky and pesky defender, that forces a bunch of steals. A really good on ball defender. He is a crafty Point Guard, who likes to push the ball in transition. He has good handles, and runs the point. He also does a good job making entry passes to the post for his 6-9 teammate Rashawn Tibby Rashawn Tibby 6’8″ | PF South Kent | 2025 State #281 Nation NLG . Quintin looks comfortable as the teams leading floor general. He can facilitate, get to the rim, and also shoot from the outside.
Ethan Long Ethan Long 6'7" | C Bellarmine | 2024 CA-N
Ethan Long Ethan Long 6'7" | C Bellarmine | 2024 CA-N
Ethan is a good all around athlete. He is also a safety and receiver on the football team. He is a crafty shooting Guard, with good size. He is a great shot blocker especially from the weak side. He has a high vertical, and good timing on blocking shots. He had multiple games with multiple blocks. He can handle the ball, and get to the rim. He is an efficient finisher, and as just a sophomore made major strides on the team. You will hear about Ethan when the Season is here.
Colin Reilly
Colin Reilly
Colin is a solid all around player. He is a good defender, and has good anticipation when jumping the passing lanes from the weak side. He is also good at reading screens on defense and defending the pick and roll. He is a good rebounder, he can stretch the floor, and has a solid shot. His junior year he had his moments where I started to see his potential. I think he will shine in his senior season