802 Preseason Projections: First Team All-D4
D4 getting us started on the right foot! Check out 5 names that tend to fly under the radar with their low-profile schools; but don’t get it twisted, these guys come with solid game. Let’s go! Tej Stewart , 6’3…
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Continue ReadingD4 getting us started on the right foot! Check out 5 names that tend to fly under the radar with their low-profile schools; but don’t get it twisted, these guys come with solid game. Let’s go!
Tej Stewart , 6’3 G/W – Twinfield Union School Class of 2026
Tej comes with a well-rounded skillset and winning approach. Stewart serves as a do-it-all point-forward for Twinfield, using his size to battle against interior guys and hit the glass, his handle to orchestrate the show, and his multi-level scoring touch + distribution to create offense. He’s a strong shooter from 3 and find little gaps in the mid to short-range to exploit with pull-ups, plus, he finishes chances inside with strength and touch. Tej will be a top D4 guy for years to come.
Andrew Joncas, 5’10 G – Danville H.S. Class of 2025
A big-time energy guy with a scoring package that continues to sharpen, Andrew will be pivotal for Danville this year. Joncas is a hardnosed defender who’ll take on the best guard any given night, giving them fits with his physical, agile, and always active defensive work. On the offensive end, he’s a combo-guard who’s on-ball work is snappy and effective. Joncas knocks down shots off the catch, slashes well, and makes good reads as a distributor. A two-way guy who impacts every play.
Jack Dickerson, 6’0 G – Long Trail Academy Class of 2025
The stocky guard was crucial to Long Trail’s impressive run last year and he’ll be taking on even more responsibility this year. Dickerson ran the point effectively, initiating offense, reading coverages, and distributing the rock to teammates into scoring position. Moreover, he uses his frame well to ward off defenders, can finish well inside, and takes care of the ball at large. Defensively, he’s able to handle guys at multiple positions, rebound with his frame, and track down 50/50s. A composed and effective PG.
Finn O’Donnell, 6’2 G/W – Rivendell Academy Class of 2024
O’Donnell has a nice scoring touch to his game. Last year, Finn showcased his smooth jumper which he had falling nicely off the catch from three and a little mid-range pull-up to go with. With decent height and nice length, he has solid court vision and the extension to shoot or pass over defenders. A rangy defender who can put in work against guys 2-4, O’Donnell looks to bring Rivendell back to the promise land.
Abel Goodwin, 6’3 G/W – Mid-VT Christian Academy Class of 2024
With Abel, we have a unique player profile. He’s a natural swingman but can serve as a ballhandler when called upon. However, Goodwin likes to play off-ball, getting to his spots off of post-ups in the short corner, post areas, or flashing to the perimeter and working from there. His 3 off the catch is sound, has a nice little mid-range J, but his bread and butter is around the cup. He slashes well and can work defenders with his back to the basket, getting buckets and FTs. Defensively active and a problem in transition, Abel gels everything together for Mid-VT.