HS Team Preview: Etowah

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After a tough first round exit last season, Etowah returns a good looking roster that features a strong senior class, an impact transfer, and a well-coached group of guys. The Eagles will be led by Virginia Tech commit and poster-child for this Etowah program, [player_tooltip player_id='1042849' first='Brandon' last='Rechsteiner']. What they may lack in size, they will make up for with the elite guard play of Rechsteiner and [player_tooltip player_id='820276' first='Chase' last='Clemmons']. Etowah's team looks primed for an excellent year in 2022-2023 and could be a really tough out come playoff time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Roster</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 6'1 PG [player_tooltip player_id='1042849' first='Brandon' last='Rechsteiner']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rechteiner is a skilled, high-IQ point guard with elite scoring ability. He can shoot it from all over the floor and won't hesitate to pull it. Also loves to get downhill and create in transition. Committed to Virginia Tech.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 6'6 F [player_tooltip player_id='873083' first='Mason' last='Etter']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='873083' first='Mason' last='Etter'] is another Etowah product through and through that can really shoot the ball. With Etter's solid 6'6 frame, he plays well both inside and out and looked good in the pick &amp; roll with Rechsteiner this summer. Averaged 16 PPG and 8 RPG last year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 6'1 G [player_tooltip player_id='820276' first='Chase' last='Clemmons']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clemmons transfers to Etowah after a junior season at Legacy (SC) riddled with injuries. Nonetheless, Clemmons is now fully healthy and playing like one of the top guards in the state. He's a gifted playmaker and will help share the ball-handling duties, giving Rechsteiner opportunities to spot up off the ball. Recently de-committed from Nebraska.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2025 6'2 G [player_tooltip player_id='1559535' first='Aiden' last='Weaver']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1559535' first='Aiden' last='Weaver'] will be a huge difference maker this year at Etowah, likely stepping right into a starting role. Weaver is an athletic wing that plays above the rim and makes tough shots. His rebounding and shot-blocking contributions will be huge for Etowah. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2024 6'2 G [player_tooltip player_id='1063051' first='Dimitri' last='Angelakos']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Angelakos is a 3-point sniper with deep range and elite catch-and-shoot ability. He'll provide the playmaking guards with a consistent spot-up shooter on the perimeter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 6'7 F/C [player_tooltip player_id='1049237' first='Rand' last='Miller']</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Miller is a long, 6'7 forward that will provide valuable bench minutes. He's looked solid at the RYZE Fall League, tallying several blocks through the first 3 games.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 6'0 G Kyle Tipper</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Kyle Tipper is a blue-collar guard that does all the little things to help his team win. Dives for loose balls, takes charges, gives max effort, etc.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 6'0 G Ryan Tipper</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Ryan Tipper is another grinder that's not afraid to do the dirty work. He'll provide grit, toughness, and valuable senior leadership off the bench.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->