The Most Interesting Players Going into 2022-23

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Our preview content rolls on with a look at some of the most interesting players going into the 2022-23 season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1573250' first='Tim' last='Barton'] | 6'5" forward | St. John's '23</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barton has shown steady improvement over the years. It looks like he could earn a key role as an energy guy who is a difference-maker defensively. Look for Barton to leave everything on the floor in his final year of high school hoops. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1414533' first='Patrick' last='Curtin'] | 6'3" guard | Glenelg Country '25</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Curtin enjoyed a productive run of play during the live period and looks like could become a big-time player for Coach Garrett O'Donnell. Expect him to score in double figures routinely. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Silas Devonish | 5'9" guard | Bishop Ireton '26</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Devonish burst onto the scene at DMV Live. The dynamic freshman averaged nearly 20 points per game in 8 contests. This type of production at such an early stage is astonishing. It will be a lot of fun to watch Devonish throughout his debut campaign. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1489084' first='Sean' last='Donovan'] | 6'7" forward | WT Woodson '24</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>WT Woodson has been known to have high-level prospects over the years, and it appears that Donovan is next in line. The 6'7" forward spaces the floor confidently but has expanding face-up skills that will make him a tough matchup for foes. Keep a close eye on Donovan this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Corwin Holland | 6'4" wing | Rock Creek '24</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Holland decided to reclassify into 2024, which is noteworthy. He has physical tools that can't be taught at 6-foot-4 and a knack for putting the ball in the basket. Coach Trevor Brown believes in Holland and is a safe bet to help him reach his full potential. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1591318' first='Riley' last='Jacobs'] | 6'7" post | St. Stephen's &amp; St. Agnes '25</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jacobs is another prospect who has decided to reclass. He should benefit from the additional year to grow into his body and develop. Jacobs is a nice addition to Coach Dre Hunter's squad. He will be a forceful paint presence for the Saints. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1413497' first='Isaiah' last='Mbeng'] | 6'2" guard | Churchill '23</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mbeng told Prep Hoops he put in serious work with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/darrenmclinton/?hl=en"><strong>Darren McClinton</strong></a> this offseason, and the results have been positive. During our recent trip to the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUh1ldubtEk"><strong>Bulldogs' open gym</strong></a>, he was in complete control. Mbeng is rapidly evolving into one of the better point guard prospects in the local '23 class. He'll be one to track in the future. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1483024' first='Jay' last='Randall'] | 6'4" forward | Patriot '23</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Randall is a jack-of-all-trades who gives the Pioneers a ton of flexibility. Defensively, Coach Rivers will deploy him on multiple fronts where he can wreak havoc. Randall is also a relentless rebounder who will help his team control the glass against squads that field taller opponents. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>[player_tooltip player_id='1410534' first='Jordan' last='Scott'] | 6'4" guard | South Lakes '25 </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Scott was certainly a key player for a very good Seahawks squad as a freshman, but we expect a significant bump in usage for his sophomore year. South Lakes loses quite a bit of firepower from a year ago, and he is expected to pick up the slack. If you're a high school basketball fan in Northern Virginia, Scott is someone you'll want to see sooner rather than later. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2>Martin Somerville | 6'2" guard | Bishop McNamara '24</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Somerville figures to be an important player for what looks like will be a very interesting McNamara group. He is an explosive guard who can fill it up. Get your popcorn ready when he suits up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->