Section V Class B Playoff: Top Players Left in Class B Sectionals
The competitive section V playoffs is already underway and there are still a lot of high-level players vying for a Class B sectional championship. The remaining matchups in the ‘B1’ side are the #1 seed Batavia (#13 in NYS) vs.…
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Continue ReadingThe competitive section V playoffs is already underway and there are still a lot of high-level players vying for a Class B sectional championship. The remaining matchups in the ‘B1’ side are the #1 seed Batavia (#13 in NYS) vs. #4 Bishop Kearney (#12) and #2 Newark vs. #6 Waterloo. In the smaller school side of ‘B2’, #1 Hornell takes on #4 Wellsville and #2 Dansville plays the #3 seed Leroy.
Batavia vs. Bishop Kearney
Ja’Vin McFollins
Ja’Vin McFollins
Ja’Vin is a strong shooter and a willing passer. His midrange pull-up game is one of his strongest qualities as he attacks and gets his defenders on their back heels. He has great feel on defense for when to time his blocks and pick his opponent’s pockets. In transition, he’s at his best and can finish with acrobatic moves. He will look for open teammates by lulling the defense to sleep then strike a no look pass for a layup. He elevates to the peak of the ball and oftentimes is the high man on rebounds.
Carter McFollins
Carter McFollins
Carter has the fiercest passion for winning and it shows on the court as he is often the hardest playing player in every game. He brings great energy on offense and defense. He’s great at getting into the paint off the dribble and finishing with a variety of different moves. When he collects himself with a two-foot jump stop, he is an elite finisher and passer. He rebounds well for being a point guard and is outstanding at creating great shots for his teammates. Carter flirts with triple-doubles every game due to his relentless style of play.
Eric Hillsman
Eric Hillsman
Hillsman is a long, bouncy athlete with a lot of untapped potential. One of the top players as a freshman on a state-ranked team, Hillsman provides elite rim protection as well efficient scoring in the post due to his length. He has a fluid jump shot that should become more consistent as he ages. He is good off the dribble and a good passer for his size. He has good footwork in the post and elevates for every shot. Has quick hands and feet on the wing stifling unseasoned guards.
Colin Gentile
Colin Gentile
Gentile has a smooth midrange game that makes him tough to guard. He attacks well off ball screens and uses his size to elevate on his jump shots. He has great form on his jump shot and shoots the ball really well consistently. He’s at his best off the dribble but can knock down catch-and-shoot opportunities as well.
Newark vs. Waterloo
Raeshawn Howard
Raeshawn Howard
Howard is a lengthy big for his team who rebounds at a high rate. He crashes the boards hard and this gives him a lot of easy baskets. He has good touch around the rim and can finish with both hands. He works primarily in the post and slips the pick-and-roll very well, but he has good form on his shot which will allow him to extend his game at the next level. He plays hard and uses his strength to play solid post defense.
Kellen Foster
Kellen Foster
Foster is an effective player at the midrange level. He gets good bounce with his jumper and this allows him to shoot over smaller defenders. He attacks the rim hard and is creative with his finishes. He has some bounce in his game and he pursues the ball well off misses. He uses his long arms to keep offensive players uncomfortable and has active hands in the lane.
Nolan Slywka
Nolan Slywka
Nolan is the leader and captain of his team and a great athlete as he is the quarterback for the football team as well. Willing to pull the trigger from deep-3, he keeps the defense honest as he’s willing to attack and hit the midrange pull-up. He’s wiry strong, has quick feet and does a good job of keeping his hands off offensive penetration.
Hornell vs. Wellsville
Gennaro Picco
Gennaro Picco
Picco is an outstanding shooter who can take over games with his shot making abilities. The guard can score at all three levels but his bread and butter is beyond the arc where he is a lethal shooter. He plays within the offense well and is a strong passer. His teammates get good looks because the defense has to account for him at all times. He is tough to defend and has a nice floater to his game.
Logan Dunbar
Logan Dunbar
Dunbar is a skilled big-bodied stretch four who is capable of carrying his team on his back. The big man knocks down threes with ease and makes his mark in the post with skilled footwork. He is a player who picks up his play when his team needs him most as he plays his best basketball in the playoffs. He rebounds well with his size and plays solid defense in the post.
Dansville vs. Leroy
Collin Gray
Collin Gray
Gray is a transition nightmare for opposing teams. He attacks the rim hard and is relentless in his pursuit of getting to the basket. The wing has a nice jump shot that can get going quick. He plays hard on defense and is a good help side defender with his quick hands. He pursues rebounds well for his size and outworks other players. He finds open teammates, especially well on the fast break.
Holly is a skilled big who has great feel for the game. He uses his size to get where he wants on the court. He can step out and hit the three and is extremely effective in the midrange. He can take it off the dribble and uses a nice pull-up shot over defenders. He rebounds as expected for someone with his size and does an outstanding job of finding the soft spots for offensive rebounds. He guards the post well and uses his body to get offensive players out of their comfort zone. He plays unselfishly but knows that he is the main scoring option on his team. If he can improve his lateral quickness and improve strength, he could be a very good collegiate player.