Battle of the Borders: Dynamic Scorers
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Here are five highly effective scorers from the Battle of the Borders back on May 11-12. These players were key figures in their offensive attacks and were able to drive action while playing pivotal roles for their squads. Ethan DeJong…
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Continue ReadingHere are five highly effective scorers from the Battle of the Borders back on May 11-12. These players were key figures in their offensive attacks and were able to drive action while playing pivotal roles for their squads.
Ethan DeJong Ethan DeJong 6'4" | SG Sedro-Woolley | 2026 State WA | Seattle Select HA 16U | 2026
DeJong has good size at 6-foot-4 and played pretty aggressively getting into the paint and to the rim. He continually got penetration from the perimeter, used strength and good decision-making to stay controlled, play off two feet, and be effective with the chances he created inside. He’s a pretty dynamic player who also made some big defensive plays and had the wherewithal to control loose balls and get the ball going in transition.
Edison Kan Edison Kan 6'3" | PG Glacier Peak | 2027 State WA | FOH EYCL 15U | 2027
Kan played with good change of pace to beat his man off the bounce and find room to the rim or pull up to knock down midrange shots. He beat defenders with good hesitations, used strength and smarts to keep defenders behind him, and finished through contact inside. Kan also showed some range, stepping out to bury some 3s off the catch and looked comfortable scoring from all levels.
Varryk Hardges Varryk Hardges 6'2" | CG Grant | 2027 State OR | Seattle Select UA 15U | 2027
Hardges was the definition of dynamic at the event, scoring off step-backs in the midrange, splashing in 3s off the catch and the dribble, and displaying excellent focus and strength finishing through defenders at the rim. He was very effective shifting defenders side to side and creating gaps to drive and was also a ready shooter, knocking down the open catch-and-shoot opportunities.
Marques Ili-Meneese Marques Ili-Meneese 6'4" | SG Rainier Beach | 2026 State WA | FOH EYCL 16U | 2026
Ili-Meneese continues to shine as a slasher with an incredible motor. He’s so strong to the hoop and can finish through defenders while also racking up trips to the foul line. He’s a beast downhill who has an explosive first and final step, but he also has some good shake in tight spaces and is able to play simultaneously with power and control.
Drew Jones Drew Jones 6'1" | PG Puyallup | 2025 State WA | Seattle Select HA 17U | 2025
Jones was a standout with his squad, driving pace, controlling the flow of the offense, and taking advantage of space to make plays all over the floor. He was tough to the rim, sinking and-ones, crossing defenders and bursting down open lanes, and draining open 3s. He’s a quick guard who can really create off the bounce and showed some tough shot-making in the paint.
Here are five highly effective scorers from the Battle of the Borders back on May 11-12. These players were key figures in their offensive attacks and were able to drive action while playing pivotal roles for their squads.
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