Prospect Watch: Germantown Academy at Haverford School

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yesterday afternoon the Haverford School hosted Germantown Academy in an Inter-Ac match-up that featured as incredible amount of underclassmen talent.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Germantown Academy defeated Haverford School, 52-48. Regardless of the yesterday's outcome, the future looks extremely bright for both programs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a look at a few of the college prospects who took the court on for yesterday's Germantown Academy at Haverford School contest.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>Germantown Academy</u></strong><strong>:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1867329' first='Flinn' last='Brooks'] – 6'1” / Sophomore / PA Renegades / Combo Guard:</strong> This 2025's reputation as pure shooter proceeds him. Yesterday Brooks provided further evidence of that idea by draining 5 threes (15 pts. total). He owns decent handles as well. So, the potential to develop his dribble drive game is there. If that happens, Brooks will become extremely difficult to defend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1195829' first='Tyler' last='Nolan'] – 6'5” / Sophomore / [program_tooltip program_id='2078678' first='East' last='Coast Power'] / Wing:</strong> GA has found a solid “glue guy” in Nolan. Right now, his role is to rebound, play defense and score when needed. He plays that role to perfection. However, Nolan has flashed enough scoring skills (2 threes) and basketball IQ to show that his days in this limited role are numbered.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1406763' first='Bryce' last='Presley'] – 6'4" / Freshman / [program_tooltip program_id='2078709' first='Team' last='Final'] / Small Forward:</strong> Presley (8 points) is an elite and versatile athlete who has had an immediate impact as a freshman. He can play multiple spots on the floor. He owns a well-rounded offensive skill set and an attacking mind set. In short, he can get buckets. He is a plus player on the defensive end too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1387096' first='Bryce' last='Rollerson'] </strong><strong>– 5'11” / Sophomore / Eastern PA Elite / Point Guard:</strong> In 2022-23 Rollerson has been asked to play as more of a scoring point guard. He has flourished in that new role. Yesterday Rollerson scored at all three-levels as he posted 23 points. His mid-range game continues to impress us. As a bonus, Rollerson's passing instincts and unselfish nature enable him to facilitate for teammates.<strong></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>Haverford School</u>:</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1867326' first='KJ' last='Carson'] – 6'0” / Sophomore / Penn Warriors / Combo Guard: </strong>Carson (2 points) possesses speed and slick handles, but he is never out of control. He spent the bulk of this game distributing to Haverford's hot hands. However, we have previously watched him score in bunches, so we know he can fill that column the stat book as well. Carson is also a menacing on ball defender.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1867332' first='Duke' last='Cloran'] – 6'1” / Sophomore / PSB Philly / Combo Guard:</strong> Cloran is quietly having a solid season for the Fords. He scored 12 points in this contest by getting to the cup off the bounce and via dribble pull ups. Cloran displayed a high basketball IQ and was constantly communicating with teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1454260' first='Silas' last='Graham'] – 6'2” / Freshman / [program_tooltip program_id='2078697' first='Philly' last='Pride'] National / Combo Guard:</strong> Graham (2 points) is receiving significant minutes as a freshman and when you watch him closely, you can see why. Despite a quite scoring night, his impact on this game was obvious because Graham does all the little things. He is a fast, change of direction guard who can score or distribute on the break. On defense, his quick lateral movements and anticipation skills frequently produce steals / deflections that lead to easy baskets for teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1472597' first='Luke' last='Rasmussen'] – 6'6″ / Senior / [program_tooltip program_id='2078678' first='East' last='Coast Power'] / Wing: </strong>Rasmussen dominated this game in multiple ways (16 and 10 double-double). He scored at the rack, drained threes, rebounded at both ends, and at times provided rim protection. He is a long prospect who can play through contact on the way to rim. Yesterday Rasmussen's frequent trips into the paint garnered zero calls for him. His composure in those moments was noteworthy. He just soldiered on without a word. College coaches are sleeping on this kid.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1287327' first='Billy' last='Rayer'] – 5'10” / Junior / [program_tooltip program_id='2078678' first='East' last='Coast Power'] / Point Guard:</strong> Rayer was hot from behind the arc vs. GA (3 triples) which provided floor spacing for his team. His quick trigger and textbook mechanics enable him to squeeze off shots against even the tightest defense. Rayer (13 points vs. GA) can also serve as a lead guard who can direct a team in their half court sets.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->