WV 2024 Big School Breakout Players
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These are players who are lesser known or have possibly been role players in years past, but we feel now are ready to be noticed. These guys will be their respective teams leaders and in most cases leading scorers or…
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Continue ReadingThese are players who are lesser known or have possibly been role players in years past, but we feel now are ready to be noticed. These guys will be their respective teams leaders and in most cases leading scorers or rebounders, etc.
Griffin Boggs Griffin Boggs 6'5" | SF Elkins | 2024 State WV
Griffin Boggs Griffin Boggs 6'5" | SF Elkins | 2024 State WV
Griffin Boggs Griffin Boggs 6’5″ | SF Elkins | 2024 State WV has waited his turn and now it’s here. Playing alongside of teammates that were college prospects, Boggs has flown under the radar, but all the while sharpened and developed his basketball skills. Being seen and evaluated by Youngstown St assistant Nik Calhoun at the Bethany Elite Camp August 12-13, Boggs impressed showing an array of skill and fundamentals to match his legit 6’4″ frame. His evaluation showed him to be a strong ball handler, excellent passer and above average shooter. D3’s will certainly be in the mix sooner than later while i would expect some MEC‘s to possibly get in the mix. Boggs plays at AAA Elkins High School in Elkins, WV.
Jackson Crouso Jackson Crouso 6'6" | PF East Fairmont | 2024 State WV
Jackson Crouso Jackson Crouso 6'6" | PF East Fairmont | 2024 State WV
We saw Jackson Crouso Jackson Crouso 6’6″ | PF East Fairmont | 2024 State WV a couple of times this spring and summer during tournament season playing with his high school-based tournament team. He’s been one of the most pleasant surprises of the year. An absolute problem for post players, Crouso is so active in the paint on missed shots he’s able to track rebounds and get easy put backs. Always willing to play in the post and do the dirty work down low, Crouso is one of the most effective and efficient players I’ve seen this year at any position. Coming off a strong school season, Crouso will be the Fairmont East centerpiece this year and likely put up big numbers. There are undoubtedly D3 schools that would love his services and need a player like him.
Jackson Clark Jackson Clark 6’3″ | SG George Washington | 2024 State WV is a seriously versatile player who has skill enough to play possibly four positions. His willingness to get in the paint and be comfortable in the post while possessing a deadly midrange game is rather refreshing to basketball nerds. We got to see him live for the first time at Pittsburgh Jam Fest and the crafty lefty did not disappoint. Showing all his tools and weapons to give his team the best chance to win. Clark also has the feet to guard guys on the perimeter and athleticism to be a shot blocker. He’ll be a real matchup problem for AAAA foes in 23-24 season and don’t be surprised if he leads the prospect rich George Washington Patriots in scoring several times out this season.
Jayden Clark Jayden Clark 5’10” | PG Huntington | 2024 State WV of St Albans HS just outside of Charleston WV will carry the load for the Devils this year. Playing spring and summer with WV Reign Elite, Clark was able to really display his defensive strengths while making every play count on the offensive end. A surefire 3 level scorer, Clark has shown in WV’s largest division that he is one of the state’s top players. A two way bang for your buck player that college coaches will eventually see value in and start making contact.