All-Transfer Team: South Florida
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Not gonna lie, I’m still getting used to the amount of transfers in South Florida. It just goes to show the magnitude of athletics down here. It is what it is! Who are my five transfers on the first-team? This…
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Continue ReadingNot gonna lie, I’m still getting used to the amount of transfers in South Florida. It just goes to show the magnitude of athletics down here.
It is what it is!
Who are my five transfers on the first-team? This was a tough call as so many kids moved around this offseason.
Let’s look into it…
Kuran Bryant Kuran Bryant 6'5" | PF Coral Gables | 2022 State FL – Miami High
Fact check. 2022 Kuran Bryant Kuran Bryant 6'5" | PF Coral Gables | 2022 State FL ’s game is legit and his numbers last season at Coral Gables were legit. The 6-foot-5, 200+ pound forward grabbed a state-best 17.5 rebounds while averaging 20.5 points per game. Bryant scored 20 or more points in eight games and shot 70 percent or better in every contest. He is a big kid with tremendous athleticism. I also like the fact he shot 75 percent from the free-throw line. Bryant could be the best player in Miami-Dade County. How do you stop him?
Jimel Lane Jimel Lane 6'7" | PF Palmetto | 2022 State FL – Miami Palmetto
Production and results. 2022 Jimel Lane Jimel Lane 6'7" | PF Palmetto | 2022 State FL did both playing for Mater Academy Charter. The 6-foot-7 wing/forward averaged 19.9 points and 5.7 rebounds per game while leading the Lions to a 21-3 record. Lane is versatile and a great addition to the Panthers lineup.
Jamai Hager-Tejada Jamai Hager-Tejada 5'10" | CG Mater Lakes | 2023 FL – Miami Northwestern
2023 Jamai Hager-Tejada Jamai Hager-Tejada 5'10" | CG Mater Lakes | 2023 FL fits the moxy of Miami Northwestern. The 5-foot-10 combo guard is tough minded and aggressive in the halfcourt. I love his ability to go on the attack and drive towards the rim. Hager-Tejada can also shoot it from deep. He is not afraid to take over when the game is on the line. He should only get better with more size and additional length. Hager-Tejada averaged 18.6 points per game at Mater Lakes Academy.
Adren Roberts Adren Roberts 6'5" | SG Somerset Canyons | 2022 State FL – North Broward Prep
I love Roberts’ potential impact with North Broward Prep. The 6-foot-5 wing improved this summer playing for Judah Nation. He is an excellent defender with high-level athleticism to guard multiple positions. Moreover, Roberts is a great rebounder for a 2-3 prospect. Look for him to score around the basket at a high-rate too. He is a nice piece alongside a team with a talented frontline. Roberts previously played for Somerset Academy – Canyons.
Rickey Ballard Rickey Ballard 6'6" | CG Westminster | 2022 State FL – Westminster Academy
I think people are going to see how good 2022 Rickey Ballard Rickey Ballard 6'6" | CG Westminster | 2022 State FL is with Westminster Academy. The 6-foot-7 wing is a problem on both ends of the floor with his size and athleticism. Ballard also plays with a tremendous motor and will make plays that others might take for granted. I give him the nod over some other great transfers because of his two-way ability. Ballard will be able to guard a number of different potions when called upon. He averaged 15 points per game for Sagemont.
Put 2022 Brenan Lorient in this conversation as well. I am interested to see his fit and production with Calvary Christian Academy. It’s hard to deny his presence at 6-foot-8, 205 pounds. Lorient holds a number of D-1 offers.
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