SEPA Game Report: Cristo Rey at Haverford School

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is a review of the prospects from southeastern Pennsylvania who impressed during the PAISAA 1^st Round state tournament contest between Cristo Rey and Haverford School.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Haverford School defeated Cristo Rey, 66-62.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>Cristo Rey</u></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1187931"],"_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-67b880b5862e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Booker is committed to Gorge Mason and that coaching staff got a gem in this wiry and agile stretch-4 prospect. On Thursday night Booker scored at all three levels in the half court. He also impressed with his ability to run the floor on the fast break for lay-ins. His ability to finish through fouls was noteworthy too. Booker scored 19 points (1 three) and grabbed 8 rebounds (unofficially).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2047826"],"_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-67b880b58634a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">This underrated floor general did a fantastic job of handling the rock against Haverford's continuous on-ball pressure and then directing Cristo Rey half-court sets. Additionally, Henderson (6 points; 1 three) piloted the Cristo Rey fast break for scores and assists. His live dribble passing was impressive too. Henderson also flashed a smooth jump shot. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1477746"],"_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-67b880b586395"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">How this scoring combo guard with a well-rounded skill set remains available is a mystery. In this contest Nelson drained 5 threes and repeatedly scored in transition on his way to 29 points. On half-court possessions Nelson used his quick first step and elusive handles to get into the paint for floaters and lay-ins. When his attacks on the rim produced a foul call, Nelson went to the free throw line and knocked down his freebies (10 or 10). &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><u>Haverford School</u></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1406894"],"_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-67b880b5863dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It was a quiet scoring night for Butts (6 points), but once again he impressed with his size, athleticism, and ability to run the floor. He competed on the glass at both ends and displayed a high IQ. For a 2026 prospect Butts owns a polished interior finishing skill set. Butts holds an offer from Robert Morris University. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1867326"],"_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-67b880b586420"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Over his last three games Carson is averaging 20 points and 3 made threes per night. So how this versatile, three level scoring guard is still available is a mystery. Last night Carson popped 3 triples and totaled 19 points. When he was not scoring the rock, he was delivering well-timed dimes to teammates. Specifically, Carson's displayed the ability to get into the paint, draw the help defense, and then slip a pass to the dunker spot or a cutting temmate. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1454260"],"_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-67b880b586464"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">During the regular season Graham averaged 14 points per game and was a 1^st Team All-Inter-Ac selection. This extremely gifted “big guard” can simply take over a game on any night and that is exactly what he did against Cristo Rey. On Thursday night Graham played as a point guard, shooting guard and small forward. He hit jumpers and got to the rack off the bounce from all those spots. Plus, Graham was effective as a ball handler and lane filler on the fast break. His high IQ and court vision were on display too. When the final horn sounded, Graham has posted a 31 piece (2 3PM) and the Fords were advancing to the 2^nd Round. College coaches should be flooding this kid with offers.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->