Mooney is a skilled lead guard with an impressive command of the basketball and a high basketball IQ. He is a capable perimeter shot maker who has the quickness to get by defenders and is a creative finisher in the paint. Mooney sees the floor well, consistently finds open teammates and does a good job making the right reads when the defense collapses.

Danny Mooney Danny Mooney 5'11" | PG Collegiate School | 2028 State VA is a high IQ scoring guard from The Collegiate School who has a quick first step and explosiveness to get to his spots to score for himself or to create for others. Danny is one of the best shooters and overall scorers in the Virginia Prep League and will once again look to lead the Cougars in the right direction as he is now an upperclassman. Danny had a monster summer with Rockit Made Hoops Circuit team, where he helped lead them to the Made Hoops Finale. He has a real chance to be a very good college player for whatever program is lucky enough to land him. He has taken great strides this summer as an overall Point Guard, and with the pieces around him getting better, Collegiate will have a strong season.

Danny Mooney Danny Mooney 5'11" | PG Collegiate School | 2028 State VA shouldn’t be a new name for most, as he was one of the best guards in Richmond last year regardless of class. His size doesn’t matter because every time he steps on the court, he makes a major impact. Danny is one of the top-scoring guards in the area and also has a knack for getting to his spots and scoring at an efficient rate. Danny had a monster summer with Rockit Sports on the Made Hoops circuit, and many College coaches are starting to take notice of his next-level potential. His interest has been from all different levels.

Mooney thrives in the open floor, turning defense into offense and capitalizing on fast-break opportunities whenever they present themselves. Once he gets a head of steam, he is incredibly difficult to stop, attacking the rim with confidence and purpose. Offensively, he plays with tremendous swagger and has no hesitation pulling up from well beyond the three-point line, making him a threat the moment he crosses half court. His energetic motor is contagious, igniting his teammates and raising the intensity level on both ends of the floor. I also like the emotion and passion he plays with, wearing his heart on his sleeve every time he steps onto the court. Mooney does an excellent job drawing fouls and getting to the free-throw line, though improving his consistency at the stripe would help maximize his scoring output, as he left a few easy points on the board.

Another prospect who helped himself last weekend was Mooney. The heady lead guard is a shot maker and a creative finisher in the paint. He quick enough to get by defenders, sees the floor and can find open teammates. He has a good command of the basketball and is trending up in the 2028 recruiting class.

Danny Mooney Danny Mooney 5'11" | PG Collegiate School | 2028 State VA 5’11 PG ‘28 was phenomenal on the day he had a 30-point game today, knocking down 5 3’s. He is one of the best scorers at the event! Danny also won the Coach’s award at the event with his leadership and high IQ, playing to make those around him better. Danny is really starting to make a name for himself, and this year for Collegiate will be key for him.

Few guards in Virginia’s 2028 class have been as productive or polished as Danny Mooney Danny Mooney 5'11" | PG Collegiate School | 2028 State VA . Heading into next season, he’ll be one of the featured players and leaders for a talented Collegiate squad competing in the Virginia Prep League.

Mooney is an efficient scorer who combines advanced ball-handling with a high basketball IQ. What separates him from many guards his age is his ability to control tempo. He changes speeds exceptionally well, keeps defenders off balance, and consistently makes the right read when attacking. Whether he’s creating his own shot or setting up teammates, he impacts the game in a variety of ways.

His 41-point performance against St. Christopher’s last season showcased just how dangerous he can be when he gets rolling offensively. Currently ranked No. 21 overall in Virginia and the No. 6 point guard in the class, Mooney looks primed for a breakout sophomore campaign and should continue to establish himself as one of the state’s top floor generals.

Mooney flat out knows how to play the game of basketball and has an IQ for the game well past his years. He scored using his in-between game, getting downhill on the attack, and from beyond the three point line. Mooney connected with his teammates on more than several occasions and had a his fair share of assists. I like how he seems to never get flustered and never rushes into a decision and if the play isn’t there he kicks it to a teammate.

The top point guard we saw in the 16U division was Mooney, who continued to prove his value as a scoring option across both of our evaluations in Richmond. The sophomore is a confident shot maker and a creative finisher in the paint, with the ability to get past defenders and generate opportunities for his teammates. He plays with a high basketball IQ, consistently makes the right reads, and shows strong command of the offense. Mooney’s blend of scoring, playmaking, and decision making points to a very bright future as a lead guard.

Mooney was in full scoring mode this weekend. Playing with Rockit MHC, he showed why he’s one of the more dangerous offensive guards in the 2028 class.

He averaged 20 points per game. He scored from everywhere—off the dribble, from deep, and in rhythm within the offense. But what separated him was his playmaking. When defenses keyed in, he made the right reads and kept others involved.

Rockit MHC went 2-1 against strong competition, and Mooney was at the center of it. Heading into next high school season, he’s a name that’s going to start popping up a lot more.