Washington Middle School Combine Preview: Players Too Watch
The highly anticipated Washington Middle School Combine is scheduled for November 11th at Renton High School in Renton, WA. The event promises to be a thrilling showcase of young basketball talent. This event is set to spotlight some of the…
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SubscribeThe highly anticipated Washington Middle School Combine is scheduled for November 11th at Renton High School in Renton, WA. The event promises to be a thrilling showcase of young basketball talent. This event is set to spotlight some of the most promising players young players in the city, giving basketball enthusiasts a sneak peek into the future. The event promises to have several standout athletes, here’s a look at some players to watch.
Dante Aikens
Dante Aikens
Dante the great certainly has some great vision. It will be fun to see the offensively skilled guard perform in this combine setting. He has some advanced 1 v 1 moves, including side step shooting ability, and floaters. Most importantly the high energy guard shows on film that he’s not to good to get dirty, getting on the floor competing for loose balls.
Carmelo Givens
Carmelo Givens
Givens brings a strap to the combine. The PG is is a good outside shooter, with the ability to knock down open shots in catch and shoot. More than a floor spacer, you can expect the guard to show off his handles, putting it on the floor to get into the lane and create.
Walter Pond
Walter Pond
The self proclaimed “bucket” will be making an appearance at the event. Pond is a 5’5 guard out of Issaquah that has had some success running with Renton Select in the summer. Looking to see his metrics, including his agility and shooting number at the camp.
Dallas Tymas
Dallas Tymas
Had to check mom’s instagram to get some film on Tymas, thanks mom. The young guard showed good physical ability and offensive skill. He’s quick, which allows him to beat the first defender, and shows flashes of his offensive skill with his ability to knock down threes in catch and shoot action.
Benedict Bernardez II
Benedict Bernardez II
I don’t know much about Bernardez but when I see a 6’3 8th grader, I’m definitely intrigued. A lot of his evaluation will be based off the physical test, as his speed, and athleticism will provide a good indication of his potential.
