One Night, One Gym, Multiple Prospects Part 1

On a chilly night in San Antonio several prospects were devouring the opposition. While the outcomes were lopsided, the prospects were feasting. Letdowns were not observed in this contest of District 28-6A opponents, as district races are heating up. Big time games, several district altering match ups are looming on the rapid paced calendar.    In guarding KJ you must do early work defensively. Don't let him build a head of steam are he will come down hill through the lane with authority. The opposite is also true sagging to far off, he will pull up and shoot mid-range or three-point line. KJ doesn't lack for confidence as he always believes the next one will splash. KJ Is a Univ. of Texas at Dallas commit.     The dynamic Texas A&M International commit displays a powerful game on both ends of the court. Defensively with his powerful frame and quick feet give offenses a difficult time when he is the on-ball defender. Instant offense when he deflects a pass or impedes a dribble drive. Offensively Knowledge gets to the paint and will score through traffic.   Powerful, Explosive and Quick     Zakee is a 6 foot 6 stretch four. Physical play style is a growth area this season. Tough rebounds and put backs securing the rebounds. In his stretch position you must close out properly. Zakee is a confident shooter from outside and will drive to the basket after a shot fake.     Josiah continues to push the pace for Harlan. A point guard that makes open threes and mid-range shots. Facilitating on drives and spacing, hits the open man leading to points for teammates. Defensively will make a dribbling opponent change direction. A floor leader communicating with teammates on change of possession and an extension of the Head Coach on the floor.     Game Changer-Impact Player Amoni first had to grow personally from a role player into full time starter. In the back half of the season, we are seeing the transition into an impact player. Many believed he would become a huge asset to this Harlan program myself included. Vivacious on the glass, often leading to fast break opportunities led by himself or outlet passes. Shot blocking or altering play allows the guards to be more aggressive as Amoni serves as rim protector as well.

On a chilly night in San Antonio several prospects were devouring the opposition. While the outcomes were lopsided, the prospects were feasting. Letdowns were not observed in this contest of District 28-6A opponents, as district races are heating up. Big time games, several district altering match ups are looming on the rapid paced calendar.