Travel Team Profile: NOVA Cavs HGSL

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The NOVA Cavs have built a reputation for consistently producing college level talent, and the 2027 class appears poised to continue that trend. Competing in the Hoop Group Academic League, a circuit known for showcasing some of the nation's top high-academic prospects, this group will face strong competition throughout the season. Here's a look at several players to watch this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3499719"],"_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-69ebb65b1fb7e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Conklin is off to a strong start this spring, highlighted by 21 and 18 point performances in two evaluations at the Pitt Jam Fest. The athletic junior point guard plays with a high basketball IQ and is a reliable decision-maker with the ball in his hands. He can impact the game as both a scorer and distributor, while also posing a consistent shooting threat from beyond the arc. A high academic prospect, he's one college coaches in that space should be tracking closely.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2815378"],"_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-69ebb65b1fc0a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Lonardo provides the ability to score in the paint and on the perimeter. The junior forward has good touch around the rim and can step out and make an open perimeter jump shot. He plays with a high motor and rebounds at both ends. The All-Met selection for Marshall moves well without the ball and should see an uptick in his recruitment this offseason.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2876284"],"_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-69ebb65b1fc86"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A strong, slashing guard, Anteneh earned Second Team All-District honors at Lake Braddock this season. The junior can score it from beyond the arc, both off the catch and off the dribble, while also putting pressure on the rim with his attacking style. He brings consistent effort on the defensive end and provides energy and toughness in the backcourt for the NOVA Cavs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2353645"],"_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-69ebb65b1fce4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kim brings good positional size and a well rounded offensive skill set. A three level scorer, he is a confident shot maker with range who can also use his quickness and athleticism to attack the rim effectively. He shows a good feel for the game, making smart decisions and playing within the flow of the offense. Kim averaged 11.1 points and 4.5 rebounds per game for Langley this season, and his combination of scoring ability and instincts makes him a consistent contributor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Mason Pye","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2027","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'6u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77247","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Meridian","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"NOVA Cavs","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69ebb65b1fdba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A new prospect we evaluated in Pittsburgh, Pye brings intriguing upside with his size, skill, and feel. The junior is a three level scorer who plays with a high basketball IQ and operates at his own pace. He can knock down open shots from beyond the arc and uses his size effectively to create and finish in the midrange and around the rim. With his blend of tools and polish, there is plenty of potential here.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->