CBG Fall Finale: MD/DC Underclassmen Notables

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>CBG hosted its fall finale over the weekend down in Richmond, VA at Henrico Sports &amp; Events Center where a loaded slate of games unfolded on Saturday. I was court side for many of the best matchups and will have content flowing through the MD/DC and Virginia site in the next few days.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I started this morning with the <strong><a href="https://prephoops.com/2026/10/cbg-fall-finale-md-dc-upperclassmen-notables/">notable upperclassmen in the MD/DC area</a></strong>. Now it's time to shine some light on the underclassmen. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3578190"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adcd9b5b95d9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bentley continues to stack impressive performances this fall as he heads into only his sophomore season where he'll be the go-to initiator for head coach Jimmie Jenkins and Kipp DC Legacy. He can find different ways in getting to the bucket with his blend of quickness, agility and twitch. While he thrives in getting downhill, his ability to create separation from his defender once they learn to respect his first step is where you see the progress with the jumper. What I like about Bentley is even though he'll be handed the key to the offense, he still brings a dogged approach to the defensive end as he pressures the ball consistently beyond the half court with active hands and really delays the opposing team's offense. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bentley led KIPP to a lopsided win over Atlee to start the day with 18PTS in an efficient manner. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3103299"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adcd9b5b9676"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brannigan continues to show signs of maturity in playing within his role that will result in respectable playing time with DeMatha head coach Mike Jones' rotation this season. He hangs his hate on his long range shooting ability, but within the flow of the offense can be counted on as a competent and connective style passer. Almost every closeout that comes his way is done so with urgency and today he showed confidence in attacking off 1-2 dribbles for mid range opportunities or forcing rotations where he quickly found open teammates. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3577336"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adcd9b5b96ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another talented 2029 prospect on this KIPP DC Legacy squad is Simms, who brings ideal size as an eventual combo forward down the road at 6'5"-6'6". I liked the aggression he showed whenever he had a lane to the rim and while he didn't complete the near posterizing dunk, late in the game against Atlee Simms took one dribble from the three point line and rose up with ill intentions on an opposing wing. He drew the foul and took advantage of his opportunities at the stripe. The aggression also showed with his pursuit of rebounds. In or out of his area, he snags misses as if the ball solely belongs to him. Simms runs the floor fluidly with awareness and dependable hands. He and Bentley will be a force for KIPP DC this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3067188"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adf5d8fc8f42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Strong spurts from Olorungbohunmi on Saturday as he came off the bench to handle the controls of the offense as the primary ball handler. The sophomore guard has a stronger build than most opposing point guards thrown his way, so he's able to handle pressure well not only with his quick bursts of speed, but also the bumps he can initiate to create some breathing room. He's still coming together as a consistent playmaker as he adjusts to the speed in making those split-second decisions off the bounce, but got to spots in the mid range with efficiency and provided tough, physical defense from the point of attack for head coach Taj Hawkins. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2536485"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6adf5d8fc8f9f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After a so/so showing in PGCA's blowout win against St. Christopher's (VA), Abraham was much better in their 10-point victory over STAB (VA) to end their Saturday showing. Not only was he getting more touches on the block in the second contest, but he was asserting his size and presence on the offensive glass cleaning up misses. Always fun to watch Abraham catch along the baseline about 10-to-12 feet away from the hoop and hit a quick spin move before finishing around the cup. As he continues to establish some rhythm with his new team, we'll expect the imposing 6'9"-6'10" big man to have dominant spurts. Whether he's getting his touches on the block or not, Abraham should be a consistent force on the glass when he pursues it with purpose.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->