Section 7: Friday's Standout Guards

The boys session of Section 7 kicked off on Friday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, with intriguing matchups littered throughout the day and night. Some of the most exciting games included Windward vs Salesian, AZ Compass vs Bella Vista, and Notre Dame vs San Ramon Valley. Read below to find out which guards impressed me the most with their performances on Day 1 of one of the best events of the year.    [player_tooltip player_id='1903788' first='Collin' last='Haugh'] excels at creating separation with his handle and is a tough shot maker who can hit 3-pointers both off the catch and the dribble. He runs tirelessly off the ball, is willing to and can shoot from anywhere on the court, and draws contact when attacking the basket to get to the free throw line.   37 points, 10/22 FG, 8/17 3PM, 9/9 FT - Opponent: Cholla   31 points, 12/30 FG, 5/21 3PM, 2/3 FT - Opponent: Chandler     [player_tooltip player_id='1630643' first='Angelino' last='Mark'] is dynamic in the open court, utilizing his quickness, athleticism, and explosiveness to make plays for himself and teammates. He has good vision and is a capable playmaker, finishing above the rim and shooting the 3 effectively to provide offensive versatility in the half court and in transition.   18 point, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 8/11 FG, 2/3 FT - Opponent: Desert Vista     [player_tooltip player_id='1630623' first='Gavin' last='Hightower'] is a quick and athletic player who contributes on the glass as a defensive rebounder and initiates fast breaks. He has a good touch around the rim with either hand and is a competitive one-on-one defender. Additionally, he is a good playmaker and passer with good vision, capable of creating opportunities for his teammates.   19 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists, 6/12 FG, 1/1 3PM, 6/8 FT - Opponent: Salesian     [player_tooltip player_id='1574722' first='Gavin' last='Sykes'] has great touch around the basket with either hand and displays creativity offensively. He is a playmaker with smooth midrange shooting, good footwork, and the ability/motor to rebound at both ends. Sykes also excels at drawing contact when attacking the basket to get to the free throw line.   24 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, 9/17 FG, 1/2 3PM, 5/8 FT - Opponent: Los Alamitos   29 points, 6 rebounds, 1 assist, 11/19 FG, 1/4 3PM, 6/10 FT - Opponent: Eagle Crest     Samori Guyness is a strong, quick, and competitive defender with good touch around the basket. He has a reliable mid-range shot and excels at drawing contact to earn trips to the free throw line.   18 points, 5 rebounds, 7/10 FG, 4/5 FT - Opponent: Modesto Christian     [player_tooltip player_id='1276626' first='Isaac' last='Carr'] is a skilled playmaker and passer with excellent vision. He has a creative and reliable touch around the basket with either hand, as well as from midrange. Carr helps out on the glass, can start fast breaks immediately, controls the pace of the game, and draws contact to get to the free throw line.   19 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 7/14 FG, 1/4 3PM, 4/4 FT - Opponent: Smoky Hill     [player_tooltip player_id='1582928' first='Zamir' last='Paschal'] is a good athlete with a quick first step, making him an effective playmaker and passer. He can shoot the 3 and has a smooth midrange touch, as well as good touch around the basket with either hand.   22 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 7/14 FG, 2/2 3PM, 6/8 FT - Opponent: Smoky Hill     Mazi Mosley from St. Francis is an exceptionally confident scorer proficient at all three levels of the court. With a strong handle and the ability to attack the basket aggressively in either direction, he poses a consistent threat. Mosley's capability to shoot off the catch or dribble from midrange or beyond the arc adds versatility to his offensive repertoire, making him a dynamic scoring option.   22 points 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 7/16 FG, 2/7 3PM, 6/6 FT - Opponent: Calvary Chapel     [player_tooltip player_id='1956542' first='Kaiden' last='Bailey'] from Calvary Chapel exhibits exceptional confidence and scoring ability across all three levels of the court. He showcases impressive touch from various spots on the floor and possesses strong playmaking skills with good vision and passing ability. Bailey's aggressive drives to the basket not only create scoring opportunities for himself but also draw fouls, allowing him to capitalize from the free throw line. His adept handling skills enable him to create space and make plays under pressure.   28 points, 7 rebounds, 11/18 FG, 2/7 3PM, 4/7 FT - Opponent: St. Francis     Kaden House showcases exceptional scoring ability across all three levels with confidence and finesse. He displays strong footwork and athleticism, allowing him to create opportunities both for himself and his teammates. Additionally, his dynamic play in transition, combined with a solid handle and passing skills, makes him a versatile threat on the court.   17 points, 6/13 FG, 1/4 3PM, 4/5 FT, 3 rebounds, 4 assists - Opponent: Utah Prep   32 points, 9 rebounds, 8/10 FG, 1/2 3PM, 15/17 FT - Opponent: Bella Vista     CJ Shaw is an exceptionally confident scorer with the ability to score effectively from all three levels. His intelligent off-ball movement and shooting prowess off the dribble, whether from midrange or beyond the arc, make him a valuable threat in both half-court sets and transition. Additionally, his good touch around the basket further enhances his offensive versatility and impact on spacing for his teammates.   33 points, 8 rebounds, 13/23 FG, 4/9 3PM, 3/4 FT, 1 block, 2 steals - Opponent: Hamilton     [player_tooltip player_id='1530585' first='Luke' last='Isaak'] from San Ramon Valley is a confident and clutch scorer who excels off the dribble at all three levels. He demonstrates strong competitiveness, a solid handle, and a knack for finishing around the basket with either hand, making him a reliable offensive threat in critical moments.   23 points, 8 rebounds, 3 steals, 9/18 FG, 4/8 3PM - Opponent: Notre Dame     Adan Diggs showcases excellent athleticism and footwork, complemented by a smooth midrange jumper and proficiency shooting 3-pointers off the catch. He demonstrates a strong touch around the basket and is a confident, creative scorer who utilizes his skills effectively to contribute to his team's offense.   21 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals, 7/13 FG, 6/6 FT - Opponent: Campbell Hall     [player_tooltip player_id='1896210' first='Isaiah' last='Johnson'] excels at attacking the basket with confidence and versatility, finishing effectively with either hand and demonstrating a strong touch around the rim and on his floater. He's also proficient from midrange and beyond the arc, particularly adept at shooting the 3 off the catch. Johnson possesses solid passing skills, vision, and ball-handling ability, coupled with quickness that allows him to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates.   33 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 12/14 FG, 3/4 3PM, 6/9 FT - Opponent: Williams Field     [player_tooltip player_id='1956462' first='Julius' last='Price'] attacks the basket well in either direction and finishes effectively with either hand, showcasing a good touch on his floater. He has a well-built frame, good handle, and can shoot the 3 off the bounce or catch. Additionally, he is dynamic in the open court thanks to his quickness, athleticism, creative footwork, and finishing ability, making him a versatile and impactful player.   26 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, 10/20 FG - Opponent: Millenium     Ikenna Alozie attacks the basket aggressively to earn trips to the free throw line and has a good touch around the basket with either hand. He is an above-the-rim finisher and helps out on the glass at both ends thanks to his athleticism. Defensively, his quickness and good instincts allow him to generate steals and deflections which often lead to fast break opportunities.   11 points, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks 1 steal - Opponent: Utah Prep   17 points, 11 rebounds, 2 steals, 8/14 FG - Opponent: Sunrise Christian Academy     Chris Komin is making a significant scoring leap this summer, showcasing his ability as a knockdown 3-point shooter. He is aggressive in attacking the basket, frequently drawing contact to get to the free throw line, adding to his offensive versatility.   27 points, 6/8 FG, 5/6 3PM, 10/11 FT, 3 steals - Opponent: Rainier Beach     Jaylen Petty is a confident and creative scorer at all three levels, with a good shooting touch both off the catch and the dribble. He is quick and dynamic, capable of finishing above the rim and showing good touch around the basket with either hand, as well as on floaters. Petty is also a playmaker with good vision and passing ability, making him a versatile offensive threat.   36 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 11/17 FG, 8/13 3PM, 6/9 FT - Opponent: St. John Bosco     Cole Scherer attacks the basket well going either direction, with good touch around the basket and the ability to finish through contact. He has good footwork, a smooth midrange game, and good touch on his floater, complemented by a good handle and intelligent off-ball movement. Scherer is quick, a good passer, and gets into the paint to create for himself and others.   28 points, 4 rebounds, 5 threes, 7/7 FT, 8/23 FG, 5/13 3PM - Opponent: North Tampa Christian   31 points, 10 rebounds, 3 threes, 4/5 FT, 12/23 FG, 3/6 3PM - Opponent: Volcano Vista

The boys session of Section 7 kicked off on Friday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, with intriguing matchups littered throughout the day and night. Some of the most exciting games included Windward vs Salesian, AZ Compass vs Bella Vista, and Notre Dame vs San Ramon Valley. Read below to find out which guards impressed me the most with their performances on Day 1 of one of the best events of the year.