2024 Rankings Breakdown: Newcomers (Part 3)
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Prep Hoops Virginia recently updated its 2024 prospect rankings. Here is a rundown of some featured newcomers. #135 Derell Stephens Derell Stephens 6'0" | PG Landstown | 2024 State VA | Landstown Stephens made plays on both sides of the…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops Virginia recently updated its 2024 prospect rankings. Here is a rundown of some featured newcomers.
#135 Derell Stephens Derell Stephens 6'0" | PG Landstown | 2024 State VA | Landstown
Stephens made plays on both sides of the court during the season for the Eagles. He is a 6’0″ guard who has an effective mid-range pull-up jumper. Stephens brings value as a defender. He pressures the ball relentlessly and knows how to draw charges.
#136 Owen Pottenburgh Owen Pottenburgh 6'8" | C Hayfield Secondary | 2024 State VA | Hayfield
Pottenburgh seems excited for the chance to come out from under David King David King 6'3" | PF Hayfield | 2023 State VA ‘s shadow next season. At 6’8″ he casts a tall shadow of his own over foes. Expect Pottenburgh to be a forceful paint presence who will provide offensive firepower as well.
#139 Omar Abushaban Omar Abushaban 6'4" | C Stone Bridge | 2024 State VA | Stone Bridge
Abushaban is a strong 6’4″ forward who specializes at controlling the glass. His rugged frame helps him embrace contact when pursuing the ball in traffic. Abushaban also has a soft touch when finishing around the rim.
#142 Scott Van Antwerp Scott Van Antwerp 6'4" | SF Robinson Secondary | 2024 State VA | Robinson
Van Antwerp is a 6’3″ wing who does a bit of everything well. He stuffs the stat sheet regularly for the Rams.
#149 Steven Cruz Steven Cruz 5'10" | PG James Madison | 2024 State VA | Madison
Cruz stands out as a tenacious on-ball defender. He can also score in bunches if you underestimate his offensive skill set.
#151 Owen Spurlock Owen Spurlock 6'5" | PF WT Woodson | 2024 State VA | WT Woodson
Spurlock is a 6’5″ forward whose main selling point is his rebounding ability. He is a safe bet to haul in a minimum of five boards per game if given the opportunity.
#152 Hershey Samala Hershey Samala 6'3" | PF Chantilly | 2024 State VA | Chantilly
Samala is a matchup problem because of his combo of size and outside shooting ability. He’s about 6’3″ and doesn’t mind backing down smaller opponents.
#153 Ryan Keenan Ryan Keenan 6'0" | SG Patriot | 2024 State VA | Patriot
Keenan is a wing who is a dangerous set shooter from 3-point land. He will also help rebound his position.