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Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1

Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1
Van Johnson
Van Johnson September 20, 2025 @ 10:54 PM
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Malik Ballard
Malik Ballard 6'6" | PF/C | 2029
MD
Darron Ellis
Darron Ellis 6'0" | PG/CG | 2029
MD
Anthony Guthrie
Anthony Guthrie 5'11" | PG/SG | 2029
MD
Rokari Armstrong
Rokari Armstrong 5'8" | PG/CG | 2029
MD
Ethan Adegoke
Ethan Adegoke 6'4" | CG/SF | 2029
MD
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Though it should be common knowledge, there is no “correct” order or proper way of evaluating players. It's always, objectivity typically leads the way when determining who belongs where. So, here's a brief description of the up/coming prospects in the 2029 class with their corresponding player profiles. We are going to release intervals of four parts on players that participated in the DMV Freshman Showcase. Let's take a closer look. The listing will be highlighted alphabetically.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2623843"],"_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-68cf76fd532ce"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">If Ethan skillset continues to improve with each new viewing, he has the potential to naturally impact the game through his motor, nose for the ball and inside/outside player. He's a well-rounded offensive threat who alters his approach based on team needs. Great rebounder for his size. Expect him to take the next step in his progression being at Mt. Zion Prep.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2874555"],"_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-68cf76fd5332d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Small in statue but played with a lot of hustle and competitiveness on both ends of the floor. Used his quickness to drive/penetrate. Look comfortable shooting the floater and pull-ups in the flow of the games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2955690"],"_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-68cf76fd53376"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Malik brings size and strength, and showed to be a true offensive weapon with the ball in his hands. He is comfortable creating for himself, attacking and finishing at the rim, but can also knock down open shots.  What you have to like about his game and long-term future is his ability to be coach.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2952908"],"_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-68cf76fd533b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Heady floor general with quickness, toughness, and showed the ability to knock down the 15–17-foot jumper. Strong downhill threat with the IQ, vision, and scoring ability to consistently take what the defense gives him. Crafty finisher around the basket. Displays poise and pace with the ball in his hands. Showed quickness off the dribble.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2935938"],"_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-68cf76fd533f7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Solid all-around guard. Showed good mechanics on shot. Range out to 17-18 feet comfortable. Handle the ball comfortably. A look for Anthony to be a solid contributor for the Quince Orchard program in the future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Though it should be common knowledge, there is no “correct” order or proper way of evaluating players. It's always, objectivity typically leads the way when determining who belongs where. So, here's a brief description of the up/coming prospects in the 2029 class with their corresponding player profiles. We are going to release intervals of four parts on players that participated in the DMV Freshman Showcase. Let's take a closer look. The listing will be highlighted alphabetically.

Ethan Adegoke

Ethan Adegoke

HEIGHT 6'4"
POS CG/SF
CLASS 2029
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Ethan
Adegoke CG/SF
Class
2029
Height
6'4"
HS
Mt Zion Prep
|
MD
Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1
If Ethan skillset continues to improve with each new viewing, he has the potential to naturally impact the...
Written by Van Johnson
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Ethan Adegoke

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State: Maryland
School: Mt Zion Prep
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Rokari Armstrong

Rokari Armstrong

HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PG/CG
CLASS 2029
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Rokari
Armstrong PG/CG
Class
2029
Height
5'8"
HS
New Town
|
MD
Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1
Small in statue but played with a lot of hustle and competitiveness on both ends of the floor....
Written by Van Johnson
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Rokari Armstrong

Twitter
State: Maryland
School: New Town
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Malik Ballard

Malik Ballard

HEIGHT 6'6"
POS PF/C
CLASS 2029
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Malik
Ballard PF/C
Class
2029
Height
6'6"
HS
Saint Johns Catholic Prep
|
MD
Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1
Malik brings size and strength, and showed to be a true offensive weapon with the ball in his...
Written by Van Johnson
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Malik Ballard

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State: Maryland
School: Saint Johns Catholic Prep
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Highlights

Darron Ellis

Darron Ellis

HEIGHT 6'0"
POS PG/CG
CLASS 2029
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Darron
Ellis PG/CG
Class
2029
Height
6'0"
HS
Bishop McNamara
|
MD
Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1
Heady floor general with quickness, toughness, and showed the ability to knock down the 15–17-foot jumper. Strong downhill...
Written by Van Johnson
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Darron Ellis

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State: Maryland
School: Bishop McNamara
Club: DMV Kings, Run It Up (Puma)
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Anthony Guthrie

Anthony Guthrie

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS PG/SG
CLASS 2029
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Anthony
Guthrie PG/SG
Class
2029
Height
5'11"
HS
Quince Orchard
|
MD
Prospects of Notes at the DMV Freshman Showcase Part 1
Solid all-around guard. Showed good mechanics on shot. Range out to 17-18 feet comfortable. Handle the ball comfortably....
Written by Van Johnson
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Anthony Guthrie

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State: Maryland
School: Quince Orchard
Club: Maryland Wolves aau
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