WCAC Quarterfinals Standouts Part 1

The WCAC Quarterfinals delivered a thrilling showcase of elite high school basketball talent, with players rising to the occasion and leaving a lasting impression on fans and scouts alike. This first installment of "WCAC Quarterfinals Standouts" highlights the exceptional individual performances, game-changing moments, and breakout stars who made their presence felt on the biggest stage. From high-scoring outbursts to all-around stat sheet stuffing, these athletes provided a glimpse into the bright future of the conference and set the tone for an exciting postseason run.    The Arkansas Commitment is a versatile guard who has the size, strength and length to play either backcourt position. Only 6-3 but has a strong frame and a near 6-9 wingspan. He has a feel for the game that allows him to contribute in a variety of ways. But showed flashes of basic playmaking operating out of pick-and-roll, including the ability to manipulate a ball screen and get to his spots on the floor. The Bishop McNamara game was a heat check game as Jordan finish the game with 38 points on 15-24 from the field and 5-10 from the 3pt line. Also grabbed 8 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 block.     Not a freakish athlete from a run/jump standpoint. He doesn't have blazing speed, but Darius game revolves more around changes of speed, craftiness and pace. Struggles to finish over length at times. He is at his best when he has the opposing guards on there heels while he is getting downhill. That's when Darius is at his best. Finish the 4OT victory against Gonzaga with 38 points on 14-28 from the field and 1-7 from the 3pt line. Also filled out the stat sheet pulling down 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. Darius scored 34 points in the 2nd half.     The Vanderbilt signee is an exciting scorer as they come. Explosive, quick aggressive, range, touch, has a full scoring arsenal. Highlight film waiting to happen prospect. In the gym range and good shot consistency are two assets he brings to the court. Ant has been a crowd pleasing all year. And the young man didn't disappoint this year. Scored 27 points on 8-17 from the field and 2-10 from the 3pt line. Showed his vision and passing ability, dishing out 9 assists and 3 steals in a win against DeMatha in the quarterfinals.     Scoring guard that rebounds like he is a 6-4 guard. Tough, but also displayed phenomenal IQ and pace to his game. Jet quick shifty and creating ball who has a strong burst when attacking the basket. He defends at a high level, rebounds well for his position and size, makes plays for himself and others at a consistent rate. Scored 22 points on 8-19 from the field | 2-9 from the 3pt line| 6 rebounds |3 assists in a loss to Carroll in the quarterfinals.     Scores the ball in a variety of ways. He can fill it up quickly once he sees one shot drop and creates separation with quick twitch/powerful moves. On his drives. He has a good feeling for when to draw defense's attention and uses his instincts to locate open teammates for open opportunities. He is an active off ball defender with a knack for generating deflections. Jymin played a solid and control game against Bishop Ireton scoring 17 points on 5-11 from the field, 2-3 from the 3pt line, 3 rebounds, 4 assists and 1 steal.     Jared is an intriguing four-man, Projectable post with size, length, athleticism, and emerging skill mid-range game. Skilled big man with touch and is a shot blocking presence! Jared has really impressed with his play throughout the season. Due to his two-way activity and willingness to protect the rim with purpose. Being mobile with long arms and solid touch around the rim with both ends. Ability to face and space the floor stroking the 3…He is still far from a finished product but displayed a lot of promise as a big young man. His continued development will be important but if he continues to work, he has a chance to see his stock soar in the next 6-12 months. One to monitor very closely. Finished the game against Carroll scoring 17 points on 7-8 shooting, 1-1 from the 3pt line, 7 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 block.     Allen was a do it all play all type of players wearing a lot of hats for the Eagles and Coach Urgo. I was really impressed with just how hard he played and competed on both ends of the floor. Defended, rebounded, and scored from all areas on the court. Possesses a strong body and frame! Which he showed throughout the 31 minutes he played finishing the game with 21 points on 7-12 from the floor, 2-6 from the 3pt line, 20 rebounds, and 2 blocks against Bishop O'Connell in the 4OT game.     Dylan Higginbotham is the type of young point guard who showed throughout the game that he was ready for the “SMOKE”. He has the ball on a string along with eyes (seemingly) in the back of his head. The lefty, only freshman, played well beyond his years. He touched the paint often, not only that he was not afraid of the spotlight. In this high-end quarterfinal game, he knocks down the 3pt jumpers, pull-up and floaters to keep the Eagles in the game. The young freshman finishes the game with 19 points 8-17 from the field, 2-8 from the 3pt line, 9 rebounds and 2 assists.     Turk is the conductor that allows Paul VI to be top team in the country. To go with his ability to create for others, Turk is a sound/shifty driver and legit perimeter shooter with legit 3pt range on jumper, and he has done a great job using his size to get into the post when defended by smaller guards. He has great footwork on the block and that makes him a solid 3 level scoring threat in the half court when it's needed. Turk finishes the game with 14 points on 4-8 from the field, 2-5 from the 3pt line, 1 rebound, 4 assists and 5 steals.

The WCAC Quarterfinals delivered a thrilling showcase of elite high school basketball talent, with players rising to the occasion and leaving a lasting impression on fans and scouts alike. This first installment of "WCAC Quarterfinals Standouts" highlights the exceptional individual performances, game-changing moments, and breakout stars who made their presence felt on the biggest stage. From high-scoring outbursts to all-around stat sheet stuffing, these athletes provided a glimpse into the bright future of the conference and set the tone for an exciting postseason run.