June Scouting: 2024 Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are some notes on many of the 2024 guards I observed while in the gym during June. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1259621' first='Dominique' last='Bailey'] | John Marshall (VA)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bailey is known for his defense but has been doing a lot of ball handling and playmaking on the ball. He's made an apparent effort to improve his offensive game, including his shooting. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2231834' first='Careen' last='Bolden'] | Stephen Decatur (MD)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bolden is a hidden gem from Eastern Maryland. He is explosive and skilled. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jack Hill | Woodgrove (VA)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hill is a shifty, quick downhill-type guard who can finish through contact. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2231776' first='JaZae' last='Jones'] | Lake Clifton (MD)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jones has a tight handle that helps him get frequent paint touches. He is a solid finisher with a nice in-between game. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1304244' first='Brian' last='Kennedy'] | South Lakes (VA)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kennedy's calling card is his tough defense. He is very aggressive and anticipates well. Kennedy is effective at getting downhill with the basketball on offense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1948393' first='Demeir' last='Pollard'] | Landstown (VA)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Pollard is a good shooter with a quick release. He is a dynamic guard who is a threat to score or make plays on the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1759607' first='Noah' last='Rogers'] | St. Mary's Ryken (MD)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rogers is a true point guard with underrated physical tools. He's a strong rebounder for his position who is a vocal communicator and is adept at dodging picks. Rogers keeps active hands in the passing lanes and is excellent at ball denial. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2231836' first='Amare' last='Stewart'] | Forest Park (MD)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stewart is a crafty guard who can score from all three levels. He consistently creates space with moves such as step-backs and has deep range on his jumper. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2231911' first='Ashenafi' last='Stuart'] | Bowie (MD)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stuart is a lefty who makes shots in bunches. He is a fierce competitor who makes plays defensively as well. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1759620' first='Elwyne' last='Wordlaw'] | Frederick (MD)</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wordlaw is a complete point guard. He has a good feel for the game which helps him consistently make winning plays on both ends of the floor. His quickness and ball handling, combined with his shooting and deliberate decision making poses a tough challenge for foes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->