Summer Standouts: Three Point Threats

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we continue our <em>Summer Standout</em> series with a look at five prospects that can really shoot the ball from behind the arc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These individuals excelled at all levels of competition this summer while showing the ability to consistently knock down perimeter jump shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- 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":"[player_tooltip player_id='2546922' first='Gabe' last='Lash']","_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":"6'5u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77245","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Medomak Valley","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_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-66d129aece7c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lash first made a name for himself while playing on the <em>EYBL</em> as a member of the <em>Maine United</em> group that featured Cooper Flagg. A stretch forward that can really shoot the basketball, Lash continued to stand out this summer, first with <em>NLA</em> on the travel circuit and late at <em>NERR's Elite 75</em>. He's transformed his body over the last 12 months, which has allowed him to become a more versatile prospect. He can make shots off the catch or the bounce and is comfortable stepping into 3's from the trailer spot. He plays with a high basketball IQ, can operate as the hub of an offense at the top of the key, and leverages his shooting to attack bad closeouts off the bounce. He's a versatile defender that can guard wings and forwards and does a great job of controlling the glass. He'll have a number of Division III prospects following him this winter and should continue to get better once he enters college.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1532626"],"_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-66d129aece824"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A debate can be made that their isn't a better long-range shooter in New England than Ferdinando and he certainly backed up that reputation this summer. A big time shot maker, Ferdinando, who just received his first scholarship offer from <strong><em>SNHU</em></strong>, is a tireless worker that has in-the-gym range. He does a good job of creating space off the bounce, knows how to quickly change speeds and direction, and is able to get into his jumper quickly. He's developed as a lead ball-handler, is a solid decision maker, and can navigate ball screens to score or create looks for others. Defensively, he can guard either perimeter spot and has a good understanding of angles and team concepts. His first offer shouldn't be his last as I'd expect numerous programs throughout the northeast to be keeping tabs this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2325772"],"_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-66d129aece867"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Swider, who now checks in at 6'9", was one of the stock rising forwards in New England this summer. A standout with <em>BCRI</em>, Swider is long and lean and has really improved his complete offensive game in recent months. Not only is he now doing more finishing at the rim, but he's leveraging his shooting to get defenders off balance and to get into his mid-range game. He runs the floor well in transition, has developed a bit of a back down game, and is even crashing the offensive glass with more aggression. Still, his best skill is his ability to stretch the floor and draw opposing bigs out of the paint, while knocking down 3's at a high clip. Defensively, he's long enough to be a disruptive defender in passing lanes and has the requisite size to guard in the paint when need. Already on the radar of college coaches throughout New England, he'll be tracked closely this winter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1532627"],"_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-66d129aece8a5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Arguably the top public school scorer in New England, Caruso shined all summer long with the <em>New England Storm</em>. Another prospect with in-the-gym range, Caruso has gone from an elite shooter to an elite scorer. Make no mistake though, he's as good as it gets from behind the arc. He does a nice job of elevating into his jumper, is a relentless mover without the basketball, and does a great job of quickly getting his feet set on the catch. He's a great shooter off the bounce, particularly when he can get into his pull-up game. Additionally, he played more with the ball in his hands this summer and showed the ability to be a reliable secondary ball-handler. Defensively, he has good positional size, covers ground quickly, and makes heady plays on that end of the floor. He has scholarship potential and should have plenty of Division II's intrigued by the new year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2407057"],"_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-66d129aece8e3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Griffiths, who shined at the <em>NEPSAC Showcase</em>, might be the most advanced scorer in New England's class of 2027. A big guard that can get it done at all three levels, Griffiths is as good as they come in spot up situations, particularly from the corners. With a high release point, he doesn't take much time to get his shot off, and he's particularly good at coming off screens ready to shoot. He has a tight handle, especially for a bigger guard, and is a crafty scorer that knows how to create space. Most impressively, his thin frame doesn't deter him from being aggressive or physical. Defensively, he can guard two's through four's, rebounds above the rim, and is an active shot-blocker from the weakside. He is a surefire scholarship prospect and has the potential to gain recruitment at the highest levels as he continues to add to his game and develop his frame.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->