Section 7: Saturday’s Superb Guards
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Section 7 boys weekend continued from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Saturday morning bright and early as the first games tipped off at 8 AM and continued on late into the night as we were treated to a…
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Continue ReadingSection 7 boys weekend continued from State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Saturday morning bright and early as the first games tipped off at 8 AM and continued on late into the night as we were treated to a bounty of terrific games including Sunnyslope vs Timpview, Windward vs Rainier Beach, Redondo Union vs Sandra Day O’Connor, and more! Read below to see which guards impressed me the most on what was a marathon day of high school hoops.
James Croy
James
Croy
6'3" | CG
Riverside Poly | 2026
State
CA-S
possesses good size and length, and his continued growth (up to almost 6″4 now) enhances his versatility as a defender, rebounder, and playmaker. He is an excellent passer with good vision and has a pretty good touch around the basket with either hand. Additionally, he can shoot the three, has a smooth midrange jumper, and frequently earns trips to the free throw line.
27 points, 6/10 3PM, 9/17 FG – Opponent: Cesar Chavez
14 points, 2 assists, 1 block – Opponent: Etiwanda
Chris Holland
Chris
Holland
6'4" | SG
Riverside Poly | 2025
State
CA-S
is a strong, plus athlete who often contributes as a rebounder, helping out on the glass at both ends. He is also a competitive one-on-one defender and attacks the basket with confidence, showcasing a good touch around the rim.
21 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 10/10 FG – Opponent: Cesar Chavez
16 points, 8 rebounds, 6/11 FG, 1 block – Opponent: Etiwanda
Highlights
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DJ Stickman
DJ Stickman
DJ Stickman is a terrific athlete and a great defensive playmaker, leveraging his quickness, athleticism, length, and timing to create turnovers. He has great touch around the rim and exhibits a relentless rebounding motor, consistently making an impact on both ends of the floor.
13 points, 8 rebounds, 3 blocks, 3 steals, 6/14 FG – Opponent: San Tan Charter
14 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 blocks, 2 steals – Opponent: Central
Jeremiah Hampton
Jeremiah
Hampton
6'4" | SG
Windward | 2025
State
CA-S
boasts a smooth midrange jumper off the dribble and shoots the three well off the catch. He can also shoot the three off one relocation dribble or pull up, and attacks the basket aggressively to earn trips to the free throw line. Hampton also utilizes his length and athleticism to be a competitive and tenacious one-on-one defender.
20 points, 4 rebounds, 3 threes, 5/8 FG, 3/6 3PM, 7/9 FT – Opponent: Rainier Beach
19 points, 3 rebounds, 7/8 FG – Opponent: Smoky Hill
Highlights
Alvin Loving
Alvin
Loving
6'4" | CG
Salesian College Preparatory | 2025
State
#343
Nation
CA-N
is a strong player with good footwork and a smooth midrange jumper. He has good touch around the basket and can shoot the 3, allowing him to be an efficient scorer from multiple spots on the floor. His length and strong build make him a versatile defender, and he helps out on the glass at both ends.
25 points, 5 threes, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 5/7 3PM, 9/14 FG – Opponent: St. John Bosco
13 points, 5/10 FG, 1 steal – Opponent: Windward
Highlights
Jeremiah Profit Jeremiah Profit 6'4" | SF Temecula Valley | 2027 CA-S is an aggressive and confident three-level scorer who excels both off the catch and the dribble. He attacks closeouts well and has above-the-rim finishing ability, complemented by a soft touch around the rim with either hand. Jeremiah also utilizes his athleticism in transition to create opportunities for himself and others.
30 points, 7 rebounds, 3 threes, 2 steals, 10/18 FG, 7/10 FT – Opponent: Liberty
24 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 8/14 FG, 4/7 3PM, 4/4 FT – Opponent: Mojave
Highlights
Hudson Mayes
Hudson
Mayes
6'5" | PG
Redondo Union | 2025
State
#294
Nation
CA-S
possesses a very strong build and is defensively versatile due to his length, strength, and athleticism. He has a pretty good midrange jumper, can shoot the 3, and boasts above-the-rim finishing ability. Additionally, Mayes can block shots and is a competitive one-on-one defender.
14 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals – Opponent: Sandra Day O’Connor
18 points, 7 rebounds, 2 steals, 7/14 FG, 4/8 FT – Opponent: Archbishop Riordan
Highlights
Luke Barnett
Luke
Barnett
6'3" | SG
Mater Dei | 2026
State
CA-S
is an excellent three-point shooter with a burgeoning ability to shoot the 3 off the dribble. He is developing a midrange game and has above-the-rim finishing ability. Barnett is also a tireless mover without the ball on offense, consistently creating scoring opportunities for himself and others.
17 points, 4 rebounds, 3 threes – Opponent: Millennium
24 points, 5 threes, 5/8 3PM, 9/14 FG – Opponent: Orem
Semetri “TT” Carr is a confident scorer at all three levels, excelling in attacking closeouts and shooting the 3. He frequently earns trips to the free throw line by aggressively attacking the basket and has above-the-rim finishing ability. As a great athlete and playmaker, Carr effectively creates scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates.
19 points, 5 rebounds, 5 threes, 5/7 3PM, 6/11 FG – Opponent: Sierra Canyon
29 points, 13 rebounds, 3 threes, 2 steals, 7/15 FG, 3/6 3PM, 12/17 FT – Opponent: Redondo Union
Highlights
Isaiah Johnson
Isaiah
Johnson
5'10" | PG
Campbell Hall | 2025
State
CA-S
has terrific touch in the paint and around the basket, complemented by a nice floater. He is a good midrange and three-point shooter, with a good handle to create separation. Johnson is also a quick player with good footwork and passing abilities, making him a well-rounded offensive threat.
39 points, 6 assists, 3 rebounds, 10/17 FG, 4/7 3PM, 15/17 FT – Opponent: Archbishop Mitty
36 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 8/13 FG, 2/5 3PM, 18/19 FT – Opponent: Dublin
Caeden Hutcherson
Caeden
Hutcherson
6'4" | SG
Archbishop Mitty | 2026
State
CA-N
from Archbishop Mitty possesses a smooth midrange jumper and shoots the 3 well. He has great touch in and around the paint when attacking the basket, and his aggression frequently earns him trips to the free throw line where he is extremely effective. Hutcherson’s ball above average ball handling ability allows him to create separation on the perimeter and get to his spots at an advanced level.
31 points, 5 rebounds, 5 threes, 9/19 FG, 5/8 3PM, 8/9 FT – Opponent: Campbell Hall
28 points, 4 rebounds, 7/11 FG, 2/5 3PM, 12/14 FT – Opponent: Herriman