2023 Rankings Update: Floor Generals

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1577994' first='Gavin' last='Hershberger'] - Rock Canyon</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Upper Iowa commit has led Rock Canyon to be one of the top teams in 6A. Gavin has stepped up his presence on the defensive end this season setting the tone for his team with intensity and communication. He is a player who is always willing to give the extra effort like diving on the floor for loose balls. Gavin is a pass-first guard but is not afraid to shoot the ball when left open. He is good at shooting both on and off of the dribble making him a constant threat defenders have to stay glued to. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1284455' first='Aliou' last='Diallo'] - Colorado Prep</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1284455' first='Aliou' last='Diallo'] is a smooth-scoring guard who is one of the most creative PGs in the state. Aliou has a knack for getting downhill using a quick first step of the rip or dribble. Around the rim, he has a variety of moves he uses to score the ball. Aliou is good at keeping his balance and keeping composure through contact to finish tough shots. From outside, he is a solid shooter both on and off of the dribble, he has a smooth handle on the ball and uses it to toy with defenders to get jump shots or downhill to the basket.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1577977' first='David' last='Hageman'] - Windsor</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1577977' first='David' last='Hageman'] has been having a stock-boosting season showing off his combo-guard abilities. David possesses great height for a guard standing at 6'3. He has done a good job moving without the ball with purpose and always being ready to shoot the ball. David has a high release and a quick trigger allowing him to make contested three-pointers. He has also done a good job playing the point guard position and running the offense for Windsor. This season David has proven to be a winner helping lead his team to be one of the top teams in 5A.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1420173' first='Daundre' last='Samuels'] - Denver East</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1420173' first='Daundre' last='Samuels'] has been one of the most impressive seniors this season leading Denver East to be one of the top teams in 6A basketball. Daundre's impact starts on the defensive end, where he uses his long limbs and athleticism to be a lockdown defender. He does a bit of everything for his team and is a very good rebounder for a guard and is an elite passer. Daundre creates for himself and others by putting pressure on the rim. He uses long, precise steps to smoothly move around defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1284480' first='Ryder' last='McConnell'] - Sterling</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1284480' first='Ryder' last='McConnell'] is a big guard who is a versatile piece that can do a variety of things on the basketball court. Ryder has good size for a guard standing at 6'3 allowing him to effectively play both guard spots. He has a smooth shooting stroke and is a threat off of the catch allowing him to play off of the ball. Ryder is a team-first player who makes good reads using pass fakes and his eyes to throw off defenders. He has been a solid player on both ends of the court making him an intriguing prospect for four-year schools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->