5A Returning Guards to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>This season, keep an eye out for this group of guards in the 5A Conference who are set to make a significant impact for their teams. Their dynamic play is sure to capture attention and drive their teams to success.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2392637' first='Carmani' last='Smith'] </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Carmani is known for his basketball IQ and sharp court vision, He prioritizes passing to help team scoring opportunities. His ability to spot and exploit openings in the defense coupled with his quickness to outmaneuver opponents and facilitate plays gives him the keys as a guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Eli Schwarztman</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Eli is a agile and crafty guard, who excels at scoring in variety. He has a preference for the mid-range zone and the middle of the lane, where he finds high-quality shots. His playstyle is fast-paced yet deliberate, always seeking opportunities to create scoring plays, either for himself or his teammates.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2021920' first='DeRyeus' last='Fowlkes']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fowlkes stands out as an exceptionally athletic guard, utilizing his swift speed and dynamic pacing to penetrate defenses and score in the paint. He has a knack for creating his own shots, whether it's pulling up from mid-range or launching from beyond the arc, and he does so with remarkable consistency.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2281610' first='Justice' last='Moore']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moore stands out as a skilled guard with excellent ball-handling and sense of the court, enabling him to orchestrate plays effectively. His selfless nature shines through as he consistently engages in hustle plays. His proficiency in executing fast breaks and open court play is marked by his sound decision-making.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Josh Burnett</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Burnett excels in scoring from close, mid-range, and long-distance. His dynamic agility allows him to swiftly change direction and speed, outmaneuvering opponents. Not only can he power through contact to score, but his eye for passing becomes apparent when he's the focus of the defense, setting up his teammates effectively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->