Open Gym Series: Cardinal O’Hara & Imhotep

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last week, I stopped by a couple more high schools as part of my open gym series. Here are some previews of what to expect and who to look out for from Cardinal O'Hara and Imhotep.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cardinal O'Hara</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Wednesday, I went out to see the Lions as they prepare for the upcoming season. I watched them go through drills and work 3 on 3 in half court. This might be their most talented team in recent memory and they'll have a chance to catch some people slipping with how well they play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2023</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='933049' first='Josh' last='Coulanges'] (6'1 G): Josh has quietly gotten better every outing since his sophomore season. Now he's their leader on and off the court, running the show at PG.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Zuri Harris (6'0 G): Harris steps into a starting role this year. He'll add a mix of defense and floor spacing.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1281811' first='Izaiah' last='Pasha'] (6'5 ‘G): After a breakout yet underrated junior season in the PCL, Pasha will be one of the premiere players in the area. And he'll be even more efficient as he works off-ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">2024</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1187956' first='Aasim' last='Burton'] (6'2 ‘24): “Flash” can create his own shot off-the-dribble. His Catholic league debut will be worth watching.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1190330' first='Pearse' last='McGuinn'] (6'7 ‘24): McGuinn will hold it down in the middle on defense, but it's the offense that's intriguing. He has really good touch from deep and around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>‘23 W Christian Cervello and ‘24 F Noah McIntosh will be big contributors for O'Hara too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Imhotep</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>My trip to Imhotep on Thursday was well worth it. The way everyone got after it in their 5-on-5 runs, from rookies to the vets, showed why they're one of the best public school programs nationally. With a couple seniors committed to D1 programs, they've got some other guys who are still under the radar.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Guards</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='991339' first='Rahmir' last='Barno'] (6'0 ‘23): Florida Gulf Coast is getting a good one. With speed and finishing craft for days, Barno's shot is coming along well.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1472582' first='Malcolm' last='Muhammad'] (6'1 ‘23): Muhammad should see a big jump in minutes this year. He's an energetic defender who can handle some.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1281786' first='Ahmad' last='Nowell'] (6'1 ‘24): Nowell is such a versatile piece for the Panthers. His ability to be a tough shotmaker one game, then a playmaker the next game is invaluable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Wings</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='991341' first='Justin' last='Edwards'] (6'8 ‘23): Not much needs to be said about a player ranked top 3 in the nation. Regardless of how Justin is used in their matchups, his defensive playmaking will be constant.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1186010' first='Baasil' last='Saunders'] (6'4 ‘23): Since coming over to Tep in June, Saunders has made the transition to an off-ball wing and it's paying off. He's developing the jumper to pair with the athleticism.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Yahmir Satterfield (6'2 ‘23): Satterfield is one of their stronger perimeter defenders. He can take on bigger guards or smaller wings at the point of attack and space the floor offensively.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Bigs</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1477721' first='Ma'Kye' last='Taylor'] (6'7 ‘24): Taylor's ability to “guard up” continues to impress. What he lacks in size he makes up for in leverage and strength. The 3 ball from him is real too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1173985' first='Jeremiah' last='White'] (6'6 ‘24): White's energy on the glass and in transition is the key to his game. He'll be able to contribute on offense without any plays called for him.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>2026</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tep has no shortage of experienced upperclassmen, but they have a trio of freshmen to keep an eye out for. RJ Smith (5'7 G) could be part of the regular rotation, while Malik Myatt (6'3 W) and Zaahir Gray (6'4 W) might get spot duty in 2022-23.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>For more high school hoops coverage, follow me on Twitter/IG @CGraham_sports</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->