Elijah Stanley Elijah Stanley 6'4" | SG/CG Amador Valley | 2027 State CA-N | 6’3 Guard | Salesian | Team Lillard

Elijah Stanley Elijah Stanley 6'4" | SG/CG Amador Valley | 2027 State CA-N is one of those guards who immediately passes the eye test. At a long 6’3, he moves fluidly, with the kind of athleticism that allows him to stand out on both ends of the floor. Stanley handles the ball well and has an extra gear when he decides to attack, making him tough to stay in front of.

Defensively, he already shows the tools to impact games. His length and quickness give him the ability to disrupt passing lanes and challenge shots, while also keeping the small quick guards in check. Offensively, the foundation is there—he just needs more reps to become more of a consistent efficient scorer.

With his size, athletic ability and natural feel for the game, Stanley has one of the higher ceilings in Northern California. As his scoring continues to develop, expect him to draw more attention and become a name to watch in the coming seasons.

He’s a rising prospect on the verge of a breakout Spring. He has speed, and quick twitch movement to cause problems on both sides of the ball. He’s has a smooth jump shot from mid-range out past the 3-point line. He’ll use a dribble or two dropping mid-range jumpers. He’ll come down in rhythm for 3’s, or spot up along the perimeter. He’s got the quick hands and feet to cause problems on the defensive side of the ball. He’s a ball handler and passer. He can run point. He plays for Lillard 3SSB 16U

He’s a quality guard, he fits well as a combo for now. He has the handles, and speed to go by defenders for off the dribble pull up jumpers, and get into the paint for lay ups, he has good touch. He has lengthy arms, foot speed, with lateral movement to defend the whole court with quick hands for steals, and to disrupt ball handlers. He makes good movers in transition to get by defenders.

He’s a quality guard with an expanding skill set for the guard position. He has speed, and quickness on both sides of the ball, quick twitch muscles. He has the handles to create his own shot opportunities, he’s a willing passer. He’ll stop on the dime for mid-range jumpers, he shows 3pt range, lots of speed attacking in transition. He’s a top notch defender using lengthy arms and speed laterally to disrupt. His best play is in front of him.