Summer Standouts: Lead Guards & Leaders

We continue our Summer Standout series today with a look at some of New England's top lead guards and leaders.   These prospects are some of the region's top floor generals, running their offenses to near perfection while consistently leading their teams to victory.    Moesch, who will make his way to Cushing Academy this fall, was one of the summer's top stock risers at the lead guard position. One of the top performers at this summer's NEPSAC Showcase, Moesch proved to be in full control of the offense every time he stepped on the floor. He's a crafty ball-handler, creative finisher, and a capable perimeter shooter. He's competitive, doesn't get sped up, and is a vocal presence on both ends of the floor. Most impressively, he always seems to rise to the level of the competition and took full advantage of his opportunity to match-up against some of New England's top guards in front of numerous college coaches. He plays the game with great pace, makes good decisions with the basketball, and doesn't shy away from the moment. He's played his way into mid-major scholarship consideration and should continue to pop on the radar of D1's this fall.     Bike, who made the transition from the NHIAA to the NEPSAC look smooth last winter, followed it up with a strong showing on the travel circuit with the Middlesex Magic. A savy floor general, Bike does a great job of initiating offense and finding his teammates in positions to score. While he's capable of getting his own baskets, particularly as a perimeter shooter, he's one of the region's top ball screen decision makers. The lefty has a solid frame, can finish through contact, and doesn't get bumped off his spots when he has the ball. He's a terrific passer that makes the difficult ones look easy and the easy ones look routine. He does a good job of changing speeds, can slip through tight spaces, and delivers his passes on time and on target. His competitiveness comes through on the defensive end of the floor where he's solid on the ball. He turned the heads of D1's this summer and could add to his offer list this fall.     Hunter-Coleman, an MIAA state champion at Charlestown last winter, had a strong summer after announcing that he will attend Northfield Mount Hermon this fall. A dynamic lead guard, Hunter-Coleman has an electric first step and tight handle that allows him to get into the paint at will. He has a solid frame and is a good athlete, showing impressive burst in both the open floor and the half-court. Another lefty, he's a three level scorer with an intriguing mid-range game. He's one of the region's most athletic lead guards, does a great job of finishing through contact in the paint, and can really push the pace in transition. He's an exceptional on-ball defender that can guard for 94' and utilizes his quick hands and feet to generate a high number of steals. He'll have the chance to turn heads this fall and should make a smooth transition to the NEPSAC this winter.     Keel, who was a dynamic on-ball presence at Bradford Christian last winter, shined this summer with the Mass Rivals. A capable perimeter scorer, Keel has adapted his game to be a leader on the offensive end of the floor, establishing the flow in the half-court and pushing the tempo in transition. He has a full arsenal of finishes in the paint, including an advanced floater game, and compliments that with a smooth shooting stroke from the perimeter. He does a good job of navigating ball screens, makes good reads as a passer, and always seems to be in control. He has the ability to be a big time scorer, but really shined this summer as an initiator that did whatever was needed to keep the offense working. He'll head to Putnam Science Academy this fall and should continue to generate interest from all levels of Division I.     Williams, one of New England's craftiest ball-handlers, proved to be one of the MADE Hoops circuit's top lead guards while running with the New Haven Heat. A dynamic presence with the basketball in his hands, Williams was one of the summer's biggest winners and should only continue his winning ways this winter at Putnam Science Academy. The third lefty on this list, he's an incredibly crafty passer, a good athlete, and a terrific perimeter defender. He has an elite handle and is one of the best change of direction guards in New England. Most importantly, he comes across as a natural leader and someone that other prospects enjoy playing with. As he continues to refine his offensive game, while shutting down the opposition defensively, his offer list should continue to grow, especially with the amount of eyes expected to be in the gym at PSA this fall.

We continue our Summer Standout series today with a look at some of New England's top lead guards and leaders.