AAU Insights: Blueprint Basketball – Varsity Blue Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Former ABA Pro and Blueprint Basketball Founder BJ Robertson continues to put together a top tier program for VT's hoopers, and this group comes full of VT State Champs! Get familiar with some of Blueprint Basketball's top players at the Varsity level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1850193' first='Kyle' last='Eaton'], 5'7 PG/CG - Class of 2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This kid is a flat-out game changer. With Kyle's tightknit handle, quickness, and offensive creation, he's able to find a look every possession. Eaton does it in a variety of ways, able to create/facilitate on the ball or work off of cuts and screens as he reads the defense. Simply, he doesn't have to dominate the rock, instead, he steadily breaks defenders down in myriad ways. Defensively, he uses his agility to hawk ballhandlers as he gets in their air space with quick footwork and active hands. And off ball, Kyle is a quick helper and a pest in the passing lanes. Kyle can flat-out hoop.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Carson Cody, 6'3 G - Class of 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Not only is Carson blessed with height, length, and athleticism, but he also has a skillset that gives defenses fits. Cody finds offense with the ball and without; he's able to create separation with the rock in his hands and get to his spots at all three levels, yet he also has the awareness off-ball to cut into defensive gaps and finish with quick and efficient moves. Moreover, he's an intent slasher who picks up a lot of FTs. On the defensive end, Carson defends 2-3 with tough ball pressure, rotates well, and rebounds at a good clip. Carson is highly impactful on both ends. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2313121' first='Tucker' last='Tharpe'], 6'6 F - Class of 2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A mobile swiss-army knife with sound scoring within 15-feet, Tharpe comes with a well-rounded skillset and a high motor. Defensively, Tucker can do it all. He defends 2-5 with his length, athleticism, and toughness. He locks down the paint with physicality and boards, and he can go coast-to-coast with it too. Then offensively, Tharpe's scoring arsenal has both back-to-the-basket and face-up moves. Plus, he's comfortable stepping out, running ball screen actions, and working the rock on the perimeter. Tucker is a two-way talent with natural feel for the game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2547032' first='Dallas' last='St. Peter'], 5'10 PG - Class of 2025</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watching Dallas, he naturally fits at the 1 but he can serve at the 2 guard as well. St. Peter controls the game with his sense of tempo and situational awareness, plus he reads defenses quickly and gets guys into spots. Moreover, Dallas can score the rock. He knocks down shots at each level and he can make plays out of ball screens or isolation, finding offense for himself and others. Defensively, he's measured. Dallas stays in front of guys with his footwork, rarely takes risks, and tracks down loose balls and long rebounds. Super solid.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Charite Dzingou, 6'4 W - Class of 2023</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>An athletic wing with sound instincts, Charite has good senses and the frame to wreak havoc on both ends. Dzingou guards 2-3 and some 4s with his agility, length, and anticipation. Moreover, he protects the rim and rebounds the rock with nice verticality and a strong second jump. Once he tracks down the ball, he can push it himself in transition and finish strongly at the rim or hit an outlet and run lanes ahead of the defense. In the halfcourt, Charite works the perimeter with spot-up shooting and quick slashes off of 1-2 dribbles. He's still a little raw but has serious upside. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Colby Morehouse, 6'3 W - Class of 2024</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Colby is a lanky swingman who can play at the 2 and the 3. With his height and extension, Morehouse works passing lanes and contests shots without taking himself out of the play. Moreover, he's a solid help defender who assists with cleaning the glass. Offensively, Colby is a strong spot-up shooter and smart mover of the ball. Morehouse's passing is snappy, and his fluid jumper goes out to 21+ feet. I look forward to seeing what Colby adds to his repertoire throughout the season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->