Recruiting Report: Berlin Roberson (2017)
Class of 2017 guard Berlin Roberson of McCluer South-Berkeley is a dynamic and confident player all wrapped up in a little 5’7″ package. When Roberson takes the floor, he is usually the smallest player on the court. That has not…
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Continue ReadingClass of 2017 guard Berlin Roberson of McCluer South-Berkeley is a dynamic and confident player all wrapped up in a little 5’7″ package.
When Roberson takes the floor, he is usually the smallest player on the court. That has not stopped him from having an impact with his speed, quickness and 3-point shooting. He rather enjoys the challenge on taking on bigger players at all times.
“Being smaller does not discourage me in any way,” Roberson said. “I got cut from bigger programs for being smaller. It just motivates me to go harder and prove that size doesn’t matter. It’s heart over height.”
Roberson has been playing with the SW ILL Jets-Retro 17U team. He is a very productive offensive player who has earned interest from a variety of schools at the NAIA, Division II and junior college levels.
Roberson has proven to be a tough player to defend as his speed and quickness allow him to beat defenders off the dribble and get in the lane with regularity. If you back off him, he is capable of hitting 3-pointers from long distance. It really puts defenders in a precarious situation.
“My quickness gives me a great advantage over larger defenders who are not as fast or quick on their feet,” Roberson said. “If I see a larger defender, I know and I’ll tell myself, ‘he’ too slow’ and I’ll got at him.”
Roberson’s dribble penetration then sets up defenders for what he does best; shoot the basket. During his junior season, Roberson made 63 3-pointers and shot 47 percent from beyond the 3-point line. He averaged 16.4 points a game to lead the Bulldogs. He works on his shooting religiously in the gym.
“My greatest strength as a player is my shooting,” he said. “I’m in the gym everyday shooting. I take about 400 shots a day. You must work on your craft if you want to be great.”
As he prepares for his senior season at McCluer South-Berkeley, Roberson’s main objective is to increase his strength and athleticism.
“This summer will consist of getting stronger,” he said. “I’m working on my vertical and also getting my body bigger and in shape. I will also be working on improving my defense and staying in front of players.”