The Hoop Vibe Preseason Tip-Off: Day 2 Preview
We are less than one week away from regular season games getting underway across the state of Florida. This weekend, Prep Hoops Florida will be covering The 1st Annual Hoop Vibe Preseason Tipoff in Fort Myers. Here are some of…
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Continue ReadingWe are less than one week away from regular season games getting underway across the state of Florida. This weekend, Prep Hoops Florida will be covering The 1st Annual Hoop Vibe Preseason Tipoff in Fort Myers. Here are some of the top prospects to watch on Day 2:
The 5-11 senior guard despite being undersized has improved his game in a variety of ways whether it’s his ability to shoot from the outside to his playmaking. His overall IQ has also improved as he can control the game at his own pace. On the defensive end, he has a strong knack when it comes to guarding on the ball as he applies great pressure and is very active at moving defenders away from the basket.
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Orville Salomon
Orville Salomon
The 5-11 junior guard does a great job when pushing the basketball up the floor in transition where he has a smooth release of a jump shot. He is an efficient passer on the move where he finds cutting teammates where he shows his ability to create offensively. On the defensive end, he is unafraid when it comes to guarding bigger players as he utilizes his strength and has great footwork on the interior. Look for Salomon to have a big role for Golden Gate this season.
James Bryant
James Bryant
The 6-6 junior wing came to Lehigh from Fort Myers Canterbury during the off-season where his length and ability to handle the basketball stand out right away. Bryant brings a multi-level skillset whether it’s his athleticism, toughness and strength finishing on the interior. His ability to increase his range has also continued to improve over the course of the summer as he can shoot from 15-20 feet away from the basket with a ton of confidence. Keep an eye on Bryant this season as he has the intangibles to start gaining interest from college coaches.
Max Etienne
Max Etienne
The 6-0 sophomore combo guard does all the right things on the offensive end as he can shoot from the perimeter at an extremely high level. His IQ continues to improve every time he steps onto the floor as he is one of the most accurate passers you will find. On the defensive end, he is able to get to his spots and has gained a ton of versatility where he can defend against multiple positions. Expecting Etienne to have a stellar sophomore season as he will be a name to know for the next few years.
Gabriel Timmons
Gabriel Timmons
The 6-1 senior point guard is capable of impacting the game in a variety of ways whether it’s his scoring, playmaking or defending. Timmons can make havoc of knocking down jump shots off screens, off the catch as well as off the bounce at a high level. On the defensive end, he plays with a ton of energy and is very active when it comes to covering the passing lanes as well as not taking possessions off. He is coming off a strong junior season where he led his team in assists, steals and deflections.