Which Seniors Shined in Their Final Run?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE “baxley30” FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For these seniors, the postseason marked the end of their high school careers, but their body of work this season deserves recognition. Night after night, they set the tone with consistent production, leadership, and performances that kept their teams in the fight. Their final run may have fallen short of the ultimate goal, but the standard they established this year won't be forgotten. Check out these six seniors who shined in their final run: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2175533"],"_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-699dd76b7c8ef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">First up on my list of Seniors Who Shined this season is [player_tooltip player_id='2175533' first='Chase' last='Littlefield']. The Yellow Jackets had a very solid first season under new Head Coach Ricky Hood, with senior leadership from guys like Chase being a big reason why. He led the team in points per game and rebounds per game this season, being a consistent presence on both ends of the floor while their guards were a little more up and down. Littlefield really stepped up down the stretch, averaging 18 points a game and 5.6 rebounds a game over his final eight regular-season games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1614888"],"_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-699dd76b7c98e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">It was a crowded backcourt for the Blythewood High School this season, but there was still plenty to be excited about with Mickle. With his ability to set up others and consistently knock down jumpers, he added a level of balance to this Bengal offense. Mix in his senior experience and defensive playmaking, and Donovan has a very well-rounded game. He is also an excellent student off the court with a 3.7 GPA, and received his first offer from Kansas Christian College in late January.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2875353"],"_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-699dd76b7c9fe"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Red Devils had aspirations of a state championship this season and the addition of Ethan was a big reason why. Unfortunately, they fell short of those goals, but it was still an excellent "last ride" for Moses. He put up 11.1 points per game, fitting in well to a co-star role after being the main guy at his previous school. Ethan is a solid jump shooter, both from three and in the mid-range, but he also has some bounce to finish at the rim. Moses was offered by local D2 Southern Wesleyan University during his senior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2303418"],"_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-699dd76b7ca67"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2303418' first='Kaleb' last='Long'] is one of the most dynamic senior guards in the midlands. He combines athleticism, ball-handling, and scoring at a high level, making him a very fun watch. Long is certainly a quick-twitch athlete who likes to create things off the dribble. I caught up with Kaleb and the Blue Demons in late December, and he was impressive in several departments without having to take a ton of shots. The Junior College route feels like one that would benefit Long, as he currently holds one offer from Detroit Community Christian College.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2821488"],"_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-699dd76b7cacc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Like Long, Dunbar has some excellent athleticism that helped him play a role for his team in his final year. The Bulldogs were third-best team in a top-heavy Region 4-3A, earned a home playoff game before falling to Orangeburg-Wilkinson in the second round. Jason is at his best when at the rim, using his gifted combination of length and athleticism to protect block shots, clean the glass, and finish from close range. He is also a lob threat in transition and can be an active cutter at times.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2634957"],"_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-699dd76b7cb35"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">One of the more intriguing Lowcountry-area seniors is [player_tooltip player_id='2634957' first='Ethan' last='Cox']. Checking it at a reported 6'4" 216 lbs, Ethan's big body poses tons of matchup problems at the high school level. He can face up and work off the dribble or catch the ball with his back to the basket - and he's just as productive with both options. Cox is a calm finisher around bodies, which helps him stay efficient at the rim. I didn't get to see him in person this season, but the numbers match the highlights. Ethan tallied 13.8 points per game, 8.4 rebounds per game, and 1.9 steals per game in what was a strong season for Battery Creek.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->