The Hoop Feast: 5 Games To Watch
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The inaugural Thanksgiving Hoop Feast is coming to the greater Tampa Bay area and will be held from November 24-25, 2023 at the prestigious Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus in Wesley Chapel. Prep Hoops Florida scouts will be on the grounds…
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Continue ReadingThe inaugural Thanksgiving Hoop Feast is coming to the greater Tampa Bay area and will be held from November 24-25, 2023 at the prestigious Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus in Wesley Chapel. Prep Hoops Florida scouts will be on the grounds of the event. Here are five games to keep an eye on this weekend.
Coral Glades vs Leto- Friday at 2:00pm: This is one of the most intriguing matchups of the early window at the inaugural Hoop Feast that features multiple prospects on both sides. The Jaguars are led by 6-3 senior combo guard Tahir Bond Tahir Bond 6'3" | CG Coral Glades | 2024 State FL as well as 6-8 senior power forward Dylan Burrowes Dylan Burrowes 6'8" | SF Ft. Lauderdale | 2024 State FL . Another name to keep an eye on in this matchup will be 5-10 freshman guard Donovan Swain who does a great job when it comes to facilitating by playing unselfish, as well as bringing a huge presence on the defensive end of the floor playing with good energy. The Falcons are led by the two-headed senior backcourt duo featuring 6-1 Daniel Delgardo Daniel Delgardo 5'10" | PG Leto | 2024 State FL III and 6-2 Derek Delgardo Derek Delgardo 6'0" | PG Leto | 2024 State FL Jr.
Tampa Catholic vs Edgewater- Friday at 2:00pm: There were several questions heading into the season in where the Tampa Catholic Crusaders are heading, following the departure of 5-star wing Karter Knox. Keep an eye on 6-1 senior guard Christian Cole Christian Cole 6'0" | CG Tampa Catholic | 2024 FL who is one of the top sharpshooters in the greater Tampa area. 6-0 junior point guard Isaiah Campbell-Finch Isaiah Campbell-Finch 6'1" | PG Tampa Catholic | 2025 State #361 Nation FL remains as one of the best elite playmakers from the guard position as he doesn’t need to have the basketball in his hands to make an impact. The Eagles are likely to bring a heavy dose of pressure as they are led by 6-7 junior wing Myles Mayfield Myles Mayfield 6'7" | SF Edgewater | 2025 State #208 Nation FL , 6-3 senior combo guard Zion Mitchell Zion Mitchell 6'1" | CG Edgewater | 2024 State FL and 6-4 sophomore combo guard Donovan Williams. Another name to keep an eye on for the Eagles will be 6-3 junior wing Malachi Washington who brings great court vision and playmaking skills to the table.
The Burlington School (NC) vs Winter Haven- Friday at 6:00pm: The reigning Class 7A runner-up Winter Haven Blue Devils will be tested by a loaded Burlington School Spartans team who come into play on a 5-game winning streak. Winter Haven is led by their dynamic senior duo between 6-5 guard Jamie Phillips Jamie Phillips 6'5" | CG Winter Haven | 2024 State FL Jr. (Stetson commit) and 6-6 wing Isaac Celiscar Isaac Celiscar 6'6" | SG Winter Haven | 2024 State #263 Nation FL (Yale commit). On the other side, The Burlington School have gotten huge contributions from 6-2 senior guard Zion Walker Zion Walker 6'2" | PG The Burlington School | 2024 State NC (Averaging 23.3 points and 3.2 rebounds per game). Another name to keep an eye on will be 6-4 freshman guard King Gibson King Gibson 6'4" | CG The Burlington School | 2027 State NC (Averaging 9.3 points and 4.2 rebounds per game) on the young season.
Southern Coast Academy vs PHHoenix Prep (AZ)- Friday at 8:00pm: The marquee matchup of the night features a loaded amount of talent on both sides. Keep an eye on 6-4 senior guard Moses Horne who displays a remarkable presence around the rim whether it’s finishing off lobs or protecting the opposition from getting second chance scoring opportunities. Another name to watch will be 6-6 senior wing Aidan Agnew who is a matchup nightmare where he can defend positions 1 through 5 utilizing his length and athleticism whether it’s out on the perimeter or at the rim. A name to keep an eye on for Phoenix Prep will be 6-6 junior guard Ty Virgil who is one of the best left-handed point guards in the nation as he can make strong reads on the defensive end, as well as score across all three levels on the offensive end. Also keep an eye on 6-8 senior forward Jinup Dobuol who is crafty on the boards where he can play with good energy on the floor.
Hialeah Educational Academy vs Wesley Christian Academy (KY)- Friday at 8:00pm: Several prospects will be on the headlines in this matchup as you have to keep your eyes on 6-7 sophomore wing Jayquan Freeman who plays with a physical presence as he has a strong ability to get to the basket off of cuts as well as bring above-average athleticism. Another name to keep an eye on in this matchup will be 6-4 senior wing Ian Pascal Ian Pascal 6'4" | SF Mater Lakes | 2024 FL who can cover a lot of ground on the offensive end of the floor, where he gets to his spots and has a smooth release. Wesley Christian comes into this matchup with loaded talent of upperclassmen, led by 6-5 senior guard Fedor Portnoi who is multi-positional and has high potential to play at the next level. Another name to keep an eye on in this matchup will be 6-9 senior power forward Victor Okojie who brings a ton of length and athleticism to his game. Okojie has also improved his 3-point shooting game where he can score off the catch as well as off the bounce.