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EYBL Peach Jam/PIT Local Spotlight: Bigs

EYBL Peach Jam/PIT Local Spotlight: Bigs
Jam Hines
Jam Hines August 1, 2024 @ 07:29 PM
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Silas Barksdale
Silas Barksdale 6'8" | PF | 2025
VA
Kareem Stagg
Kareem Stagg 6'8" | PF | 2025
FL
Jayden Fort
Jayden Fort 6'8" | PF | 2025
MD
Christian Gurdak
Christian Gurdak 6'9" | C | 2025
MD
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Nike EYBL Peach Jam is one of if not the most prestigious grassroots tournament in the county. The event brings together some of the nation's top prospects and teams to compete for the championship in front of a plethora of collegiate coaches/staff and NBA scouts for both the traditional Peach Jam tournament and the Peach Invitational Tournament (PIT), for those EYBL teams that didn't qualify for Peach Jam. In the midst of Peach Jam and the PIT, prospects from local based teams in DC, Maryland and Virginia all shined, especially these notable bigs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1494102"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a7e3af2c295"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Stagg led the way for [program_tooltip program_id='2226248' first='Boo' last='Williams'], averaging 13.4 points per game and 6 rebounds while showcasing his showcasing his sensational physical tools and motor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The long and explosive big thrived as a play finisher with several highlight dunks and contact finishes. If Stagg wasn't finishing plays, he was creating second chance scoring opportunities with his activity and length on the glass. Defensively, Stagg's highlight reel continued. He blocked shots on the ball and on the weak side with terrific timing and quick twitch athleticism including swatting a shot off the glass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Stagg flashed some shooting touch, mostly in the midrange, with my favorite moment coming on a confident elbow pull-up against Strive for Greatness. His development as a capable shooter will be intriguing to watch. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svV86pTrH5E","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svV86pTrH5E </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1494107"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a7e3af2c319"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The other half of the formidable [program_tooltip program_id='2226248' first='Boo' last='Williams'] 4-5 duo alongside Kareem Stagg, Barksdale was a handful for opposing teams due to an impactful blend of size, length and relentless motor en route to averaging a double-double of 10 points and 11.6 rebounds. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barksdale was a force on both ends of the glass, scoring several times on offensive rebounds and cleaning the glass in and out of his area including 17 rebounds against City Rock.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Barksdale had encouraging moments of touch that should be monitored. He knocked down multiple jumpers, showing comfort on catch-and-shoot baseline attempts and a push shot that could become a valuable weapon moving forward. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgJ8cSZhBww","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgJ8cSZhBww </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1494074"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a7e3af2c382"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fort flourished as a play finisher and defensive playmaker by leveraging his explosive athleticism, fluidity and length. He displayed some versatility in his rim finishing from powerful above the rim dunks to off to below the rim finishes with his off hand and sound footwork. Everything seemed to come together for him offensively in his 30-point effort against the NW Rotary Rebels (11.9 points per fame). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fort continues show glimpses of a reliable mid-range jumper, especially around the elbows. I'm excited about the upside there to become a dangerous mid post player. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t7TnpymC3c","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9t7TnpymC3c </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1409272"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a7e3af2c3e4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Averaging 11 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, Gurdak was a consistent and efficient (64.7% FG) presence in the paint and on the glass for [program_tooltip program_id='2077004' first='Team' last='Takeover']. The recent Virginia Tech commit demonstrated his smooth post footwork, ability to finish with both hands and in traffic. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmAHCirjSv0","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmAHCirjSv0 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

The Nike EYBL Peach Jam is one of if not the most prestigious grassroots tournament in the county. The event brings together some of the nation's top prospects and teams to compete for the championship in front of a plethora of collegiate coaches/staff and NBA scouts for both the traditional Peach Jam tournament and the Peach Invitational Tournament (PIT), for those EYBL teams that didn't qualify for Peach Jam. In the midst of Peach Jam and the PIT, prospects from local based teams in DC, Maryland and Virginia all shined, especially these notable bigs.

Georgia
Kareem Stagg

Kareem Stagg

FL
PF
HEIGHT 6'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2025
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Kareem
Stagg PF
Class
2025
Height
6'8"
HS
IMG Academy
|
FL
EYBL Peach Jam/PIT Local Spotlight: Bigs
Stagg led the way for Boo Williams , averaging 13.4 points per game and 6 rebounds while showcasing...
Written by Jam Hines
Georgia
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Kareem Stagg

State: Florida
School: IMG Academy
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VCU
Silas Barksdale

Silas Barksdale

VA
PF
HEIGHT 6'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2025
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Silas
Barksdale PF
Class
2025
Height
6'8"
HS
Woodside
|
VA
EYBL Peach Jam/PIT Local Spotlight: Bigs
The other half of the formidable Boo Williams 4-5 duo alongside Kareem Stagg, Barksdale was a handful for...
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VCU
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Silas Barksdale

State: Virginia
School: Woodside
Club: Boo Williams
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Jayden Fort

Jayden Fort

HEIGHT 6'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2025
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Jayden
Fort PF
Class
2025
Height
6'8"
HS
Jackson-Reed
|
MD
EYBL Peach Jam/PIT Local Spotlight: Bigs
Fort flourished as a play finisher and defensive playmaker by leveraging his explosive athleticism, fluidity and length. He...
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Jayden Fort

State: Maryland
School: Jackson-Reed
Club: Team Melo
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Virginia Tech
Christian Gurdak

Christian Gurdak

MD
C
HEIGHT 6'9"
POS C
CLASS 2025
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Christian
Gurdak C
Class
2025
Height
6'9"
HS
Gonzaga
|
MD
EYBL Peach Jam/PIT Local Spotlight: Bigs
Averaging 11 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, Gurdak was a consistent and efficient (64.7% FG) presence in...
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Virginia Tech
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