Second Live Period Takeaways
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DMV Live 2 is in the books, marking the end of the second live period. Here are some takeaways from a busy weekend. 2025 Looks Strong Mt. Carmel’s [player_tooltip player_id="1494081" first="Rodney" last="Scott"] is a name to know in 2025 As…
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Continue ReadingDMV Live 2 is in the books, marking the end of the second live period. Here are some takeaways from a busy weekend.
2025 Looks Strong
As we continue to discover new prospects in 2025, the depth at the top of the class is becoming evident. Mt. Zion’s Francis Folefac Francis Folefac 6'6" | C Mt. Zion Prep Academy | 2025 State MD is a productive forward who is destined for a bright future. John Carroll’s swingman duo Caden Chinnia-Falline Caden Chinnia-Falline 6'3" | SG John Carroll | 2025 State MD and Theartis Battle Theartis Battle 6'4" | SG John Carroll | 2025 State MD look like they will be key rotation players. Mt. Carmel’s Rodney Scott Rodney Scott 5'10" | PG Mt. Carmel | 2025 State MD is an emerging floor general who shined with Thrill in the spring. And Scottie Hubbard Scottie Hubbard 6'5" | SG Jackson-Reed | 2024 State MD of St. Andrew’s is a hot name after performing well over the weekend.
Central Virginia-based Prospects Impress
Miller’s Austin Ball Austin Ball 6'7" | SF Miller School | 2023 State #203 Nation VA carried the flag for a strong contingent of prospects attending Central Virginia-based high schools that invaded the DMV and caused problems for some local powerhouses. Ball drew the eyes of many prominent coaches and should see dividends from his strong run of play. STAB’s starting lineup features five recruitable high-level college prospects. The 2023 trio of Carter Lang Carter Lang 6'9" | C St. Anne's Belfield | 2023 State #199 Nation VA , Desmond Roberts Desmond Roberts 6'5" | SF St Anne’s Belfield | 2023 State VA , John St. Germain John St. Germain 6'2" | PG St. Anne's Belfield | 2023 State VA are powerhouses. The Charlottesville-based program features arguably the state’s top 2025 duo in Chance Mallory Chance Mallory 5'10" | PG St. Anne's Belfield | 2025 State #73 Nation VA and Austin Williford Austin Williford 6'4" | CG Saint Anne’s Belfield | 2025 State #137 Nation VA . Another dynamic duo, Collegiate’s Donovan Richardson Donovan Richardson 6'6" | PG Steward | 2025 State #166 Nation VA and Luke Smith Luke Smith 6'9" | C Collegiate | 2023 State VA , each showcased high-level ability as well.
Impact Freshmen Take Center Stage
This weekend proved a great opportunity for rising first-year students to prove they belong. Bishop Ireton’s Silas Devonish took advantage big time. The skilled lead guard looks like he could become a household name in the DMV down the road. Down the road in Arlington, Bishop O’Connell has a strong freshmen backcourt coming through the ranks. Jasiah Cannady and Adam Oumiddoch are talented players who complement each other well. Good Counsel’s duo of Parker Robinson and Neiko Mundey impressed as well. Aidan Able of John Carroll had one of the breakout performances from the weekend. The sharpshooting wing hit 6 treys on his way to scoring 20 points in a win over Good Counsel. And by all accounts, Paul VI’s Jordan Smith Jr. is a stud.
McNamara’s 5-guard lineup works
One of the more interesting on-court lineup deployments was McNamara’s 5-guard lineup. This group can make things tricky for their opponents on both ends of the court. Jaden Johnson Jaden Johnson 6'0" | PG Bishop McNamara | 2023 State MD ’s strength helps him be a very effective post defender at the point of attack. He is also an initiator offensively who can be tough to stop when he gets downhill but is also becoming more proficient from the mid-range areas. Jeremiah Quigley Jeremiah Quigley 5'9" | PG Bishop McNamara | 2023 State MD is lightning-quick. He is a menace when picking up opposing ball-handlers in the backcourt, and no one can stay in front of him when he has the ball on offense. Chase Lawton Chase Lawton 6'1" | SG Bishop McNamara | 2023 State MD is a steely veteran who adds versatility and shot-making to this group. Jaren Curtis Jaren Curtis 6'1" | PG Bishop McNamara | 2025 State MD is very scrappy. He helps his team control the glass and plays very vigilant defense. Martin Somerville is a fast-riser who does a bit of everything well. He brings flair and a competitive edge to this dynamic lineup.