Buckshot O’Brien Classic: Players To Watch (Part II)
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The annual Buckshot O’Brien Classic returns this season and the field is as loaded as ever. The event will take place November 20 and November 21 at the Anderson Athletic Complex (On the Campus of Calvary Christian High School in…
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Continue ReadingThe annual Buckshot O’Brien Classic returns this season and the field is as loaded as ever. The event will take place November 20 and November 21 at the Anderson Athletic Complex (On the Campus of Calvary Christian High School in Clearwater). Prep Hoops Florida scouts will be in attendance for the event. Here are some of the top players to watch in this year’s event:
The 6-7 sophomore guard does a great job when it comes to finishing around the rim with authority. Hammermeister can also shoot the ball well from the outside whether it’s off the bounce or off the catch as he has increased confidence it shooting from 3-point range. On the defensive side, he is very versatile where he can guard multiple positions as well as play with grit and toughness. Look for Hammermeister to have a stellar sophomore season as he’s already gaining interest from mid-major D-1 schools.
Owen Ingerick
Owen Ingerick
The 6-0 junior guard isn’t afraid when it comes to handling the basketball under pressure, as he has developed a strong IQ where he can make crisp passes to open shooters on the move. Ingerick has proven he can be an elite decision maker on whether to shoot versus pass the ball. On the defensive end, Ingerick plays with a ton of toughness out on the perimeter where he forces the opposition into taking tough shots. He can be a sleeper prospect as far as recruitment goes once he heads into his senior season.
Ethan Sabec
Ethan Sabec
The 6-6 sophomore wing has a ton of upside heading into the season as he gets baskets off of hustle plays and making the right reads when it comes to his shot selection. He is a talented prospect who has improved his game when it comes to shooting from the perimeter as well, displaying a ton of confidence. Sabec is also an above-average rebounder on the glass as well playing with a ton of length on the interior.
The 6-1 senior point guard plays with a ton of activity at both ends of the floor where he can guard multiple positions on the defensive end, as well as knock down open jumpers with confidence on the offensive end. His offensive barrage continues to show why he will be playing at the next level as he is currently committed to Anderson University.
The 6-2 senior shooting guard can connect from beyond the arc as well as on the attack where he can finish at the rim. He has a smooth handle of the basketball where he can show his craftiness and a proven leader while out on the floor. On the defensive end, Milligan plays with a ton of confidence whether it’s guarding on or off the ball as he can be very active in the passing lanes. Expect a big senior season for Milligan who has a bright future to play at the next level.
Washington is a natural three-level scorer who has continued to improve his shooting from the perimeter. On the defensive end, he is very versatile and moves laterally around the perimeter as well as on the interior. On the offensive end, Washington has continued to improve his ball-handling skills where he is making good decisions on whether to shoot versus pass the ball. Look for Washington to have a solid sophomore season where he is already gaining interest from Auburn, Florida State, Ole Miss, Texas A&M, West Virginia and several others.