Section 7: Saturday’s Superb Guards

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>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 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. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2131782"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49c958"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2131782' first='James' last='Croy'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">27 points, 6/10 3PM, 9/17 FG - Opponent: Cesar Chavez</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>14 points, 2 assists, 1 block - Opponent: Etiwanda</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2119931"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49c9cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2119931' first='Chris' last='Holland'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">21 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 10/10 FG - Opponent: Cesar Chavez</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>16 points, 8 rebounds, 6/11 FG, 1 block - Opponent: Etiwanda</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"DJ Stickman","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2025","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Clovis West","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"Jalen Green Elite","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cae5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">13 points, 8 rebounds, 3 blocks, 3 steals, 6/14 FG - Opponent: San Tan Charter</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>14 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 blocks, 2 steals - Opponent: Central</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1630647"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cb40"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1630647' first='Jeremiah' last='Hampton'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">20 points, 4 rebounds, 3 threes, 5/8 FG, 3/6 3PM, 7/9 FT - Opponent: Rainier Beach</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>19 points, 3 rebounds, 7/8 FG - Opponent: Smoky Hill </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1140161"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cc89"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1140161' first='Alvin' last='Loving'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">25 points, 5 threes, 4 rebounds, 2 steals, 5/7 3PM, 9/14 FG - Opponent: St. John Bosco</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>13 points, 5/10 FG, 1 steal - Opponent: Windward</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2435359"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49ccdc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2435359' first='Jeremiah' last='Profit'] 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. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">30 points, 7 rebounds, 3 threes, 2 steals, 10/18 FG, 7/10 FT - Opponent: Liberty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>24 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 8/14 FG, 4/7 3PM, 4/4 FT - Opponent: Mojave</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1630621"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cd2e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1630621' first='Hudson' last='Mayes'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">14 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals - Opponent: Sandra Day O'Connor</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>18 points, 7 rebounds, 2 steals, 7/14 FG, 4/8 FT - Opponent: Archbishop Riordan</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1956507"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cd7f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1956507' first='Luke' last='Barnett'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">17 points, 4 rebounds, 3 threes - Opponent: Millennium</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>24 points, 5 threes, 5/8 3PM, 9/14 FG - Opponent: Orem</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1384451"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cdcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">19 points, 5 rebounds, 5 threes, 5/7 3PM, 6/11 FG - Opponent: Sierra Canyon</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>29 points, 13 rebounds, 3 threes, 2 steals, 7/15 FG, 3/6 3PM, 12/17 FT - Opponent: Redondo Union</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1896210"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49ce72"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1896210' first='Isaiah' last='Johnson'] 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.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">39 points, 6 assists, 3 rebounds, 10/17 FG, 4/7 3PM, 15/17 FT - Opponent: Archbishop Mitty</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>36 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists, 8/13 FG, 2/5 3PM, 18/19 FT - Opponent: Dublin</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1703078"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-667e27a49cec6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1703078' first='Caeden' last='Hutcherson'] 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. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">31 points, 5 rebounds, 5 threes, 9/19 FG, 5/8 3PM, 8/9 FT - Opponent: Campbell Hall</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>28 points, 4 rebounds, 7/11 FG, 2/5 3PM, 12/14 FT - Opponent: Herriman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->