District 1-5A Playoffs: Round 2...SEPA Prospects to Watch

Below is a preview of prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who we think college coaches should be watching during the 2nd Round of the District 1-5A tournament on Wednesday night.    The Suburban One tournament runner up is led by one the most underrated two-way guards in the region. On offense, Campbell can produce points at every level. His accurate jump shot is an especially effective weapon from inside as well as outside the arc. Campbell excels at scoring of the dribble out of ball screen action too. Plus, Campbell can push the rock in transition and then finish through contact. Earlier this month Campbell scored 29 points (3 threes) against CB East. At the defensive end, Campbell's anticipation skills and quickness enable him to repeatedly slice through passing lanes for steals. His high IQ and constant communication keep UM connected on defense. Lastly, Campbell is an underrated rebounder.     Kinney is an athletic, fast, and versatile backcourt prospect who has stuffed the stat book all season. For example, in Chichester's 1st Round win over Sun Valley, Kinney posted a stat line of 11 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Across his junior campaign, Kinney is averaging 12.5 points per game. He does the bulk of his scoring damage off the dribble. In the open court, Kinney has the speed and slick handles to go coast-to-coast for a lay-in. On half-court possessions those same assets combined with a quick first step gets Kinney into the paint for lay-ins, floaters, and runners. Kinney will pop the occasional three ball as well.     Phillips is one of the fastest, most athletic, and most agile prospects we watched this season. As a nice bonus, Phillips owns serious lift. That extensive list of physical gifts allows Phillips to excel on the fast break where he will not hesitate to finish with authority. On half court possessions, Phillips will produce points via straight line drives from the wing. He can also operate in the dunker spot and crash the offensive glass for second chance points. Earlier this month Phillips posted 16 points against Schuylkill Valley. At the other end of the court, Phillips is an elite defender who can guard 1 through 4.     How this versatile guard with all the tools college coaches love remains available is a mystery. Varella (1,000 point+ scorer) is a high IQ prospect who can work as a point guard, shooting guard or undersized forward. In the half-court, Varella can score at all three levels. If defenders sag off him, Varella will pop triples. When he is guarded tightly, Varella can use his crafty handles to create space for mid-range shots or to get all the way to the rim for lay-ins. He has even flashed the polished footwork needed to post up smaller guards. Varella's ability to pull in defensive rebounds, get downhill quickly and then pilot the fast break for scores or assists is unique. Back in January, Varella hung 31 points on Pennsbury. Recently Varella recorded a double double of 21 points (2 3PM) and 10 boards versus CR South.

Below is a preview of prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who we think college coaches should be watching during the 2nd Round of the District 1-5A tournament on Wednesday night.