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Coast 2 Coast Finals: Guards Who Took Over

Coast 2 Coast Finals: Guards Who Took Over
AJ Johnson Ig:@ajohnson_2030
RaMoor Damajo
RaMoor Damajo August 12, 2026 @ 02:21 PM
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Dj Smith Jr.
Dj Smith Jr. 6'3" | SG | 2030
TX
Kendall Woodfork
Kendall Woodfork 2032
TX
Ramon Mason
Ramon Mason CG | 2031
MO
Aj Johnson
Aj Johnson PG | 2030
TX
Devan Vaughns
Devan Vaughns 5'8" | PG | 2030
TX
Maxwell Preasha
Maxwell Preasha 5'11" | CG | 2031
NE
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He played with good pace, attacked openings in the defense, and showed confidence in making decisions with the ball in his hands. Also getting into the jersey off the defender on the defensive end. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3706082"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3721842,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a7bf5a65ccac"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Vaughns continues to show why he is one of the more intriguing young scoring guards to track. He puts consistent pressure on the defense with his handle, change of pace and ability to get into scoring areas, while also showing the ability to make plays once defenders commit. His combination of scoring instincts and offensive creativity gives him multiple ways to impact a game. His ability to consistently make things happen offensively.&nbsp;<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3721596"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3718748,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a7bf5a65cd1d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Woodfork brings a well-rounded perimeter game that allows him to contribute beyond simply scoring the basketball. He competes on both ends, shows a willingness to make plays with the ball and can impact possessions through his activity and decision-making. His versatility as a younger guard makes him particularly interesting from a projection standpoint, especially as his skill set continues to develop.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2860594"],"_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-6a7bf5a65cd95"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Preasha showed a versatile skill set that makes him an intriguing matchup to evaluate. He has the ability to handle the ball, make plays in space and use his size to create advantages against smaller defenders. His comfort operating outside of a traditional positional role gives him multiple ways to impact the game, while his continued development as a perimeter player could make his overall profile even more interesting.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3721597"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3721849,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-6a7bf5a65ce57"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smith played with an aggressive mindset and looked comfortable taking responsibility when his team needed an offensive spark. He has the ability to attack off the bounce, put pressure on defenders and turn his penetration into scoring opportunities or chances for teammates. His willingness to stay involved and continue attacking gives him the type of offensive mentality that can change the momentum of a game.<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3719531"],"_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-6a7cc667d4782"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mason brings an aggressive approach to the game and showed the ability to impact both ends of the floor. His court vision and passing allow him to create opportunities for teammates, while his willingness to attack gives the offense another source of pressure. His impact on both ends, along with his passing and ability to find open teammates. <br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->
Aj Johnson

Aj Johnson

POS PG
CLASS 2030
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Aj Johnson

State: Texas
Club: JL3 Elite EYBL

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Johnson showed qualities coaches love to see in a lead guard, combining ball control with the ability to create advantages for himself and his teammates. He played with good pace, attacked openings in the defense, and showed confidence in making…

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Devan Vaughns

Devan Vaughns

TX
PG
HEIGHT 5'8"
POS PG
CLASS 2030
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Devan Vaughns

State: Texas
School: Cypress Falls
Club: Houston Hoops EYBL

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Vaughns continues to show why he is one of the more intriguing young scoring guards to track. He puts consistent pressure on the defense with his handle, change of pace and ability to get into scoring areas, while also showing…

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Kendall Woodfork

Kendall Woodfork

POS N/A
CLASS 2032
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Kendall Woodfork

State: Texas

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Woodfork brings a well-rounded perimeter game that allows him to contribute beyond simply scoring the basketball. He competes on both ends, shows a willingness to make plays with the ball and can impact possessions through his activity and decision-making. His…

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Maxwell Preasha

Maxwell Preasha

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS CG
CLASS 2031
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Maxwell
Preasha CG
Class
2031
Height
5'11"
NE
Coast 2 Coast Finals: Guards Who Took Over
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Maxwell Preasha

State: Nebraska
Club: 2031 All One

Preasha showed a versatile skill set that makes him an intriguing matchup to evaluate. He has the ability to handle the ball, make plays in space and use his size to create advantages against smaller defenders. His comfort operating outside of a traditional positional role gives him multiple ways to impact the game, while his continued development as a perimeter player could make his overall profile even more interesting.

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Dj Smith Jr.

Dj Smith Jr.

TX
SG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SG
CLASS 2030
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Dj Smith Jr.

State: Texas
Club: Tri-State

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Smith played with an aggressive mindset and looked comfortable taking responsibility when his team needed an offensive spark. He has the ability to attack off the bounce, put pressure on defenders and turn his penetration into scoring opportunities or chances…

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Ramon Mason

Ramon Mason

POS CG
CLASS 2031
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Mason CG
Class
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MO
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Ramon Mason

State: Missouri
Club: 1 Movement Hoops

Mason brings an aggressive approach to the game and showed the ability to impact both ends of the floor. His court vision and passing allow him to create opportunities for teammates, while his willingness to attack gives the offense another source of pressure. His impact on both ends, along with his passing and ability to find open teammates. 

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