RIIL Upperclassmen: Wings to Watch

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we continue our preseason preview series with a look at some upperclassmen in the RIIL.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here are five <em>Wings to Watch</em> out of Rhode Island.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2955143"],"_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-692df4e62827c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ellis-Cipriano, a senior wing out of <em>Bishop Hendricken High School</em>, was a breakout performer this summer and has the chance to play at an all-state level this winter. He's a dynamic playmaker with the ball in his hands, has the athleticism to finish plays above the rim in space, and continues to add elements to his game on the offensive end of the floor. Beyond that, his ability to function as a versatile defender stands out, as he's terrific at creating turnovers with his length, quickness, and activity level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470898"],"_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-692df4e6282d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Johnson, a junior wing out of <em>St. Raphael Academy</em>, operates as a jumbo playmaker that knows how to create scoring opportunities for himself and for his teammates. He has a big, strong frame, plays at his own speed, and shows the ability to play through contact as a driver and finisher. His ability to operate as a mismatch decision maker is a seperator. Defensively, he can rebound in space and in traffic, and has the ability to be a big piece on the defensive glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553805"],"_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-692df4e62831f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tarro, a senior wing out of <em>La Salle Academy</em>, will look to take the reigns for one of the state's top programs. He is a big time scorer of the basketball, using next level burst as a driver and athleticism around the rim as a finisher. He can make shots in the mid-range and from behind the arc, but stands out with his ability to impact the game as a slasher and cutter. Defensively, he creates turnovers in passing lanes, rebounds it at a high level, and can even provide rim protection from the help side.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2711392"],"_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-692df4e628361"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wilson, a junior wing out of <em>South Kingstown High School</em>, has terrific vision as a creator and the ability to get a basket at any time in the half-court. More of a big guard, he does a nice job of running an offense in the half-court, while also showing an understanding of how to get to his scoring spots off the bounce. The lefty can really shoot the ball from behind the arc and impresses with his finishing around the rim. He's capable of defending any perimeter spot and does a nice job of rebounding from the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553808"],"_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-692df4e6283a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Larsh, a junior wing out of <em>Scituate High School</em>, is a well-rounded performer that can fill any role on the offensive end of the floor. He does a nice job of scoring in the paint, either over the defense or in the mid-range with touch. He is a productive two-way rebounder, has the ability to guard any position on the floor, and does a nice job of rotating off drives defensively. His ability to do all of the little things allow him to be ultra versatile while impacting games with his scoring, rebound, and playmaking.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tomorrow, we'll wrap up our look at the RIIL by checking out some upperclassmen forwards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->