2023 Rankings Breakdown: Defenders
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Who are some of the premier defenders featured in the recent 2023 Virginia Rankings Update? Here’s a rundown. #33 | Paul Anderson Paul Anderson 6'3" | SG South County | 2023 State VA | wing | South County Anderson was…
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#33 | Paul Anderson Paul Anderson 6'3" | SG South County | 2023 State VA | wing | South County
Anderson was one of the first names that came to mind when thinking about the players to include on this list. He’s a hard-nosed, no-nonsense player who prides himself on locking down the best scorer on the opposing team each time his team takes the court.
#44 | Nasir Coleman | guard | Patriot
Coleman sets the tone for the Pioneers on the defensive end. He applies relentless pressure on the ball and that forces foes into mistakes.
#57 | Dj Holloway Dj Holloway 6'0" | CG Hayfield | 2023 State VA | guard | Hayfield
Holloway is often seen overachieving defensively. He’s a good rebounding guard who usually draws the toughest matchup and doesn’t blink. Holloway loves competing against and limiting the opposing team’s best scorer.
#70 | Amir Crawford Amir Crawford 6'2" | CG Woodberry Forest | 2023 State VA | guard | Woodberry Forest
Crawford’s reputation is that of an excellent on-ball defender. He has drawn “Jrue Holiday” type comparisons from his high school coach because of how well he shadows his matchup. Crawford’s hands are like magnets for the ball. He is always getting deflections and steals.
#130 | Andrew Nields Andrew Nields 6'2" | CG Annandale | 2023 State VA | guard | Annandale
Nields is a bigger guard who can be tough to beat off the dribble. He boasts strength and quickness along with the confidence to take away air space on the ball in the backcourt.