Calvary Christian Practice Report

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As the high school season is right around the corner, I was able to take a visit to Calvary Christian Academy in Fort Lauderdale for a practice. Though they fell short last season in the playoffs, this team is locked in and ready to make some noise this season with [player_tooltip player_id='1301718' first='Shon' last='Abaev'], [player_tooltip player_id='2194891' first='Cayden' last='Daughtry'], and [player_tooltip player_id='1891145' first='Collin' last='Paul'] holding key roles for the Eagles. You could feel the intensity building as practice continued on and the team leaders stepped up making sure everyone understood the task that lies ahead of them this season. Let's take a look at some of the pieces that will keep the engine running as well as some players with the potential to breakthrough this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1301718"],"_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-670c36f3f2587"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Abaev is on pace to be the next player from Calvary to continue a string of high-level Division 1 players. During the earlier parts of practice, he was more of a lead by example, pushing his teammates in sprints and being first to the floor for loose balls. As the day continued, his vocal side came out as well, directing players where they should be on the floor in a set. Abaev has a smooth all-around game based on him being in constant motion and making reads off defenders. He's great at slashing to the rim and finishing strong but has a quality three-point shot that can't be ignored. Abaev also showed high IQ and great court vision during 5 on 5 drills finding teammates in the post and had one three-quarter court pass on point for a layup.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194891"],"_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-670c36f3f25dd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Though only a sophomore, Daughtry seems poised to be the next lead guard of this squad. Coming off a great summer circuit having seen him a few times, he kept that same intensity and attention to detail in every play, listening to every coach's instruction, and showing a long range shot that continues to grow with high accuracy. He was vocal on the court showing he is a true extension of the coach and getting his teammates into the correct plays/positions and finding them with crisp passes.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1891145"],"_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-670c36f3f2620"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coming into his senior season, Paul has some high D1 schools checking in as well. He looks to be the leader in the post for this squad. Showcasing his inside-outside game throughout the practice, he had a great catch-and-shoot three-pointer from the corner coming off a drive from Abaev which he knocked down with confidence. Paul also mixed it up in the middle keeping the ball alive for offensive rebounds or tipping it to a teammate if he couldn't get a good grasp on it as it bounced off the rim. He already has a strong frame, and initiates contact with his defender and tries to finish strong every time in the paint.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":[2195017],"_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-670c36f3f265e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">For a freshman, Sharpe showed keen understanding and great skill and body control on his drives. He carved out space for his teammates if he didn't get the ball on a move and was able to keep the game flow from stagnating. Dragging his defenders with him on a motion sets to confuse the defender or get them caught in a switch giving his teammate a mismatch they took advantage of was promising to see from the youngster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2415585"],"_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-670c36f3f269b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hallas is an interesting prospect. A two-sport athlete, Hallas plays WR on the football team as well at Calvary and you can see how it's translated onto the court with his footwork and ability to follow play calls. Another intriguing wing who commands the respect of his defender each possession and has the ability to drag them with him on his cuts and movement, freeing up space for Abaev, Daughtry or Paul to operate in their comfort zones.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep these players in mind if you're in the area and catching a game this season as Calvary continues to develop top level talent and compete in a tough district. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->