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Coach Jake Sayers has put together an All New York State Team to compete at the Ballout High School Exposure Event on July 22. Coach Sayers roster consists of names like Benji Ricardo, Jordan Tucker Jordan Tucker 6'2" | SF…
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Continue ReadingCoach Jake Sayers has put together an All New York State Team to compete at the Ballout High School Exposure Event on July 22. Coach Sayers roster consists of names like Benji Ricardo, Jordan Tucker Jordan Tucker 6'2" | SF Sewanaka | 2024 State NY , Dylan McLennon Dylan McLennon 6'3" | SG Sewanaka | 2024 State NY and Jack Vasquez. This team consists of some of the top unoffered players in the state of New York. This is a extremely talented team in which all players have the potential to play at the college level.
Schedule
Date: July 22, 2023
Location: Monsignor McClancy Memorial High School
Times (as of right now): 3pm vs
CM3 Elite
& 4pm vs Aim High Eagles
Roster
Dylan is an explosive, athletic, physical, and fearless guard. At 6’3″ he is one of the best offensive rebounders there is. Dylan can blow by any defender and finish through contract with ease. Dylan has quick hands and can create havoc on defense and once he gets out in transition its all over. Dylan can also attack the paint and finish or find open teammates with his outstanding vision.
Benji Ricardo
Benji Ricardo
Benji will fill whatever role you need him to. One of the best all around players who can score at all 3 levels, plays great off the ball, creates open shot opportunities for his teammates, boxes out, hustles, creates turnovers with his great vision and quick hands. He is also very humble, hardworking, a great leader, and very coachable.
Jordan is one of the best all around players in New York. His ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor makes him one of best unoffered player in New York. On offense Jordan is best when he puts his head down and attacks the rim, Jordan can also knock down midrange shots and threes. On defense Jordan can guard 1-4 and with his high intensity on defense is one of the best lock down defenders.
Jack Vasquez
Jack Vasquez
Jack is a high energy, high motor kid. On offense he is always looking to attack the rim, he also has great footwork and can shoot in the midrange. On defense Jack is always talking and communicating with his teammates. His length allows him to get into passing lanes and create turnovers. He is also great at rebounding and pushing the ball up the floor in transition for an easy basket.
Bryce Wejuli
Bryce Wejuli
Bryce is great around the basket. He has a variety of different finishes to use around the rim. He can finish with either his left or right hand. Bryce also has the potential to become a lock down defender with his athleticism and length. Bryce is a great rim protector and shot blocker, as well as someone who will box out hard and fight for every rebound.
Isaiah Wilson
Isaiah Wilson
Isaiah’s biggest strength, is his strength. His strength and physical play makes him one of toughest players to score on in all New York. This strength allows Isaiah to rip the ball out of defenders hands, box out and rebound, as well as staying in front of defenders and making sure to contest every shot. This strength translates to the offensive end of the floor as Isaiah is automatic in the paint, and will post up and defender successfully, as well as attacking defenders and finishing through contact in the paint.
Dominic was one of the best guards on Long Island this past year. He dominated by scoring in the paint and by creating opportunities for others, as well as knocking down the occasional three. He is also another lockdown defender who makes key stops late in games that make a difference in winning and losing.
Elliott LaMotte
Elliott LaMotte
Elliott is the kind of player who makes a difference that won’t show up in the box score. Elliott is one of the best leaders, there is. He will fight for loose balls, dive on the floor, and save the ball at all costs. The things Elliott does may not always show up in the box score but without a player willing to do the things Elliott does it is really hard to win.
Brody Kiernan
Brody Kiernan
Brody is a young guard with lots of potential. He can knock shots down, bring the ball up the floor, set teammates up, and defend. Brody may not be the best player on the court, but he will be the hardest working kid on the court. He is extremely athletic and as he gets older he will definitely be a player to keep your eye on.