WCAC Quarterfinals Standouts Part 2

The WCAC Quarterfinals delivered another electrifying slate of performances, as some of the area's top underclassmen stepped up under the postseason spotlight. From seasoned stars powering their teams with explosive scoring bursts to emerging talents making a name for themselves with gritty all-around efforts, this collection of standouts represents the very best from a fiercely competitive round of action. In Part 2, we highlight more athletes whose impact was felt on both ends of the floor and who played crucial roles for their squads as the chase for a championship continued.    The Indiana signee is a versatile offensive attacker with his ability to make a standstill 3, handle in the open floor and create for others on occasion. Although he made only 34% of his 3s in the Paul VI game, he has sound touch and solid mechanics. Can rise into 3s and mid-range pull-ups. Good footwork overall. Has touch on floaters. Changes speeds and directions with the ball. Shows glimpses of feel as a playmaker. Prince finished the game with 15 points on 5-15 from the field, 7 assists and 3 steals in the contest.     Was the obvious X-Factor for the Eagles in the Quarterfinal game against Bishop O'Connell showing. His ability to make plays for others while picking his spots and knocking shots from anywhere on the floor. He was an absolute problem for the O'Connell throughout the game. Scored 21 points on 9-16 from the field, 2-5 from the 3pt line, 5 rebounds, and 3assists.     Jahlil has a lot of potential. He is just scratching the surface of what he could be. Long and athletic wing who can contribute inside and out. He has a quick second jump and cleans up his share of rebounds in his area and puts backs throughout the game. Finish the game against Bishop O'Connell with 13 points on 4-13 from the field, 3-8 from the 3pt line, 6 rebounds and 1 assist.     A quick and shifty combo guard with deceptive athleticism and a long wiry frame. He is all arms and legs but is silky smooth and can dominate in stretches and make it look effortless! His ability to use the dribble to create separation with dazzling moves on the open floor showing particularly good end to end speed and difference maker on the offensive end. And his crafty defensive instincts are intruiging along with his ability to use his length to rebound and play the passing lanes. Corey finished the game with 16 points 5-16 from the field, 3-8 from the 3pt line, 10 rebounds, 2 assists and 6 steals.     Dave size and strength showed to be aproblem for Bishop O'Connell all game standing at 6'7 and taking up a lot of space in the paint. He also cleans the glass on the defensive end and gets his fair share of offensive rebounds. He was arguably the best defender in the event. Offensively Dave gets it done scoring at a high percentage around the basket or in transition. Dave finished with 10 points and 11 rebounds fouling out in regulation.     The Gannon University signee. Plays the game at his own pace. A mid-range assassin who loves how much he put his head down and attacked the rim. Good size and length for the forward position came out extremely aggressive and took his game to another level this Saturday. Finishing the game with 10 points on 4-7 from the field, 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 steals.     This young man is flat out wired to score. He blends a crafty handle with shiftiness that allows him to break guys down off the dribble at will. A knockdown shooter. He can easily convert off the bounce but is basically guarantee as a spot-up threat. Kirby has a beautiful stroke to go with that! Finish the game against Paul VI with 18 points 6-14 from the field, 6-9 from the 3pt line, and 2 assists. Kirby has the potential to be a Breakout prospect this spring and summer!     Zyion is at his best getting rebounds and running rim to rim and making plays with energy and intensity. Zyion knows when to take it in the paint or shoot it over the defenders. Also showed the ability to play bigger than his measurements. Hybrid forward that is a high motor guy who plays hard and BIG on both ends of the floor. Finish the game against a feisty Bishop Ireton team with 13 points on 5-15 from the field, 0-1 from the 3pt line, 12 (8 offensive) rebounds, 2 steals, 2 assists and 1 block.     A very promising young developing forward that possesses nice intriguing agility & developing skill set with strength and maturity. Excellent student merits college level tracking! Played with good pace and displayed blow by paint touch and scoring ability. Bryton length and ability to handle the ball make plays in the open court and be a multiple positionless defender will be intriguing at the next level. Scored 9 points on 2-5 from the field, 0-2 from the 3pt line, 5 rebounds, and 1 block in the upset victory over DeMatha.

The WCAC Quarterfinals delivered another electrifying slate of performances, as some of the area's top underclassmen stepped up under the postseason spotlight. From seasoned stars powering their teams with explosive scoring bursts to emerging talents making a name for themselves with gritty all-around efforts, this collection of standouts represents the very best from a fiercely competitive round of action. In Part 2, we highlight more athletes whose impact was felt on both ends of the floor and who played crucial roles for their squads as the chase for a championship continued.