BCL Tournament Underclassmen Standouts

The underclassmen listed shows great promise and are expected to continue making significant impacts in future tournaments. Their performances in the Baltimore Catholic League Tournament have set a high standard for their peers and have garnered attention from coaches and scouts alike.    Bogard is a talented 6-8 two-way forward who has made a significant impact on the court with his versatile scoring ability and strong defensive presence. As a skilled young big, Bogard excels in scoring from all three levels on the floor, making him a formidable offensive threat. His ability to shoot from the perimeter, attack the basket, and finish around the rim with ease sets him apart from his peers. On the defensive end, Bogard plays big, utilizing his height and athleticism to protect the paint and guard multiple positions. His shot-blocking ability and rebounding prowess make him an asset to the Cavaliers this year. Bogard's combination of size, skill, and basketball IQ allows him to contribute effectively on both ends of the court, making him a standout player in the Baltimore Catholic League.     Stansfield stood out with his impressive performance, showcasing his versatility and scoring ability. His height and agility made him a formidable presence on the court. Arguably the most impressive long-term prospect for the young Calvert Hall team, Stansfield has a pretty smooth approach and quality balance between interior and perimeter scoring. Stansfield has excellent length and a frame that should continue to add strength over time. He moves very well for his size and should have more attention as a Division 1 scholarship-level prospect, especially given his arsenal of tools and ability.     Mancho played a crucial role in Mount Carmel's success, contributing significantly with his scoring and rebounding. His strong interior play was a key factor in Mount Carmel regular and Tournament championship run. He is an active rebounder on both ends of the floor and really gets off the ground quickly which, coupled with a 6'11 wingspan makes him impact, potential double-figure rebounder and scorer on a near regular basis. Also has big-time blocking potential as his quick elevation, great timing, length, and activity allows him to operate above the rim regularly in both rebounding and shot blocking capacity.     Despite his smaller stature, [player_tooltip player_id='2194760' first='Chauncey' last='Word'] displayed excellent ball-handling skills and court vision. His quickness and ability to navigate through defenses made him a standout player. One of the youngest players in the league, but his skill set shined throughout the tournament. What shined during the games was his confidence. Ward demanded the ball, he was not afraid to make plays, and he shot the ball well especially from the 3pt line, he did everything a leader should do. Impressive for a freshman, he had the mentality of a much older player.     [player_tooltip player_id='2353521' first='Kenneth' last='Anthony II']'s presence in the paint was undeniable. His shot-blocking ability and rebounding prowess were instrumental in Mount St. Joseph's defensive efforts. Anthony was very well coordinated in playing a throw-back type of inside game. He was able to score over both shoulders still learning the angles and how to seal his man. However, Anthony showed in his playing time to be a rim protector. His offensive game is a work in progress, but long term I see Anthony being a solid contributing offensive operation as he matures.     Terence Jones III showcased his leadership and playmaking skills, guiding his team with precision and poise. His ability to control the tempo of the game was impressive. Great shooting form all levels. Quickness to create space, elevation, flawless stroke and follow through. This resonates in being one of the top guards in the BCL for the next two years. The slick lefty has a snack of making crowd pleasing plays on both ends of the floor.     Allen's athleticism and scoring ability made him a key player for St. Frances. His contributions on both ends of the court were vital to his team's performance. Strong young 4 man affects the game on the glass, blocking shots, and defending in the paint. He has long arms and nice athleticism. His energy level is tough for opposing players to match so he usually wins the matchup in the paint. He is raw offensively but can finish around the rim either when he gets offensive rebounds or when he receives the ball from his teammates.     DiBitetto's height and shot-blocking ability made him a dominant force in the paint. His defensive presence was a significant asset for St. Mary's. Although he is still a little bit raw on the offensive end, he already has a nice touch from mid-range, FT line, and around the basket. He has some athleticism for his size and developing body. We saw him rotate from the weak side to block shots and he is hard to move once he gets position on the low block. We like his long-term potential if he continues to work on his game.

The underclassmen listed shows great promise and are expected to continue making significant impacts in future tournaments. Their performances in the Baltimore Catholic League Tournament have set a high standard for their peers and have garnered attention from coaches and scouts alike.