Stock Risers Part II – Scholar Roundball Classic
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Here’s our second look at Stock Risers from the Scholar Roundball Classic. These prospects, from all over the northeast and mid-atlantic, left the weekend with increased visability and/or college interest. Macon Emory PA #38 SF #6 HEIGHT 6'7" POS SF…
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Continue ReadingHere’s our second look at Stock Risers from the Scholar Roundball Classic. These prospects, from all over the northeast and mid-atlantic, left the weekend with increased visability and/or college interest.
Emory, a University of Delaware commit, came into New England and showcased a well-rounded game that should only continue to get better at the next level. All of 6’8″, Emory is a good athlete that can finish above the rim but also showed playmaking signs in the half-court. Defensively, he’s exactly what you’d expect a switchable defender to look like; he has good length, moves his feet well, and is stronger than his build suggests. He should be someone who can play multiple positions at the next level and has a chance to thrive in the CAA.
McConnell, a near 7-footer, impressed on both ends of the floor in Exeter’s win. While his teammates do more of the scoring, McConnell is a tremendous asset on the defensive end of the floor. He’s a vocal presence on the back line, does a great job walling up in the paint, and is fundamentally sound boxing out every time a shot goes out. Although he profiles as more of a traditional, low-post big man, McConnell has a good motor and does a solid job of rebounding outside of his area.
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Wallace, already committed to Iona University, proved to be a dynamic scorer for his South Kent squad. He has great size and length for an off-guard which allows him to get his shot off against most defenders. His length, combined with some shiftiness off the bounce, made it so he was able to get to his spots rather easily. Defensively, he was able to be disruptive in passing lanes and turn defense into easy offense in transition. If he continues to add strength, he should be able to make an imediate impact in the MAAC.
White’s motor was at 100% in Tabor’s resounding win over the Berkshire School. A physical wing/forward, White showed motor skill than he gets credit for. While he pops athletically, finishing or making plays above the rim, he also showed the ability to handle the ball in transition, pass with either hand off the bounce, and even knocked down a couple shots from behind the arc. Defensively, his combination of strength and athleticism allows him to guard up a position and hold his own on the glass.