NJ Legacy Paterson Fall Ball: Wednesday, September 10th Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fall leagues are in full swing across New Jersey, with high school prospects taking part in a range of preseason leagues and showcases statewide. Even in the early going, players are already beginning to define or expand their roles ahead of the upcoming season. One of the marquee events on the fall schedule is the New Jersey Legacy Fall Ball League, hosted at the historic Paterson Catholic in Paterson, NJ. With that in mind, let's highlight some of the standout performers from this past Wednesday night's action.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2621316"],"_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-68c763318dab2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Matt Kennedy was an exceptional threat off the ball not only as a shooter but also an off ball cutter. Kennedy did a really good job of constantly moving without the ball, cutting to open space and relocating as a shooter. Kennedy also used his strong and physical frame to be impactful on the offensive glass. Kennedy also flashed his ability to attack on dribble drives and finish strong at the rim. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2344529"],"_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-68c763318dba2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2344529' first='Jariel' last='Garcia'] demonstrated his ability to score the basketball from different spots on the court. Garcia was diverse in his attack— getting to the rim off the bounce and finishing through contact while also showing nice touch in the paint using different floaters and pull up jumpers with his in between game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2634334"],"_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-68c763318dc9e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2634334' first='Merrick' last='Olkowski'] used his length and athleticism combined with an excellent motor to make plays on both ends of the floor. Olkowski was extremely active on the offensive glass, generating extra possessions and getting putbacks. Olkowski also did a good job of using his long arms and athleticism to be a factor on the defensive end, altering and blocking shot attempts at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2763609"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":2964791,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-68c763318ddcc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Running the show for St. Mary's offense, [player_tooltip player_id='2763609' first='Jake' last='Ellis'] was not only effective as a floor general but also as a pesky defender. Ellis did a good job of handling the ball against pressure setting the table on offense and getting his teammates involved in the flow of the offense. On the defensive end of the floor, Ellis was an absolute pest— constantly pressuring opposing ball handlers and turning them over. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2342638"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":2964793,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-68c763318deeb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2342638' first='Jaden' last='Brown'] impressed with his smooth perimeter shot making off the bounce and his decisive decision making ability. Brown showcased his versatility and range as a shooter, hitting threes off the bounce and from deep range as well. Playing at a good pace and maintaining good poise with the ball in his hands, Brown displayed his ability to often times make the right reads in PnR situations and when he attacked the paint on dribble drives. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2504780"],"_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-68c763318dfcf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2504780' first='Infinite' last='Sincere'] was smooth and efficient from the field on the day— displaying his creative shot making ability off the bounce in the mid range area as well as out on the perimeter from three point range. Possessing a smooth fluidity to his game and a compact release, Sincere was extremely poised in getting to his spots in the flow of Seton Hall Prep's offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1595675"],"_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-68c763318e0c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1595675' first='Julius' last='Avent'] displayed his ability to get to the basket and finish around the rim with his creativity off the bounce. Avent used his creativity off the dribble to break his defender down and showcase different finishes with not only nice touch around the basket but also with strength through contact. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2414310"],"_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-68c763318e1bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2414310' first='Bridgie' last='McMillan'] impressed with his ability to be a connective piece that did a little bit of everything to impact the game on both ends of the floor— pressuring the ball on defense, crashing the glass and coming down with rebounds, cutting to open space off the ball, and being a willing passer keeping the ball moving in Bergen Catholic's offense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->