Darren Harris Darren Harris 6'6" | SF Paul VI | 2024 State #59 Nation VA was the Gatorade Player of the Year in Virginia this year and put on big performances in big games. The Duke commit was outstanding in the WCAC tourney and was the player of the year in the conference. Darren has one of the quickest releases I’ve seen, and he’s a next-level shooter. His game will translate well at Duke, given his ability to play off the ball and be a solid team defender.

Paul VI cooked the IMG defense, scoring 101 points in a dominant quarterfinal victory. It was Harris doing what he does best, making contested shots and running off screens to fire away from all areas of the court. One of the elite shooters in the country, Harris plays on balance when taking shots off movement and gets squared up to the rim. Doesn’t need much time or space to launch away, Harris sets his feet quickly and isn’t phased by hands in his face. Paul VI had an incredible 25 assists to 5 turnovers and got whatever they wanted in the half-court. Harris has a game built to translate to the college level, with his pace, strength and shot-making ability, he could appear on the ACC all-freshman team next season.

Darren was the MVP of this game, and he hit some ridiculously tough shots. The WCAC Player of the Year opened the game with two threes and was great down the stretch. I would put Darren’s ability as a spot-up shooter and the quickness of his release against any high schooler in the country. Darren finished with 21 points and 6 rebounds.

The Duke University signee displayed his sharpshooting mechanics where he finished with 17 points, on 8-of-13 shooting from the field. Harris also made an impact with his playmaking off the ball where he slashed to his open spots to get him or his teammates involved as he also finished with four assists. Harris was also a key contributor on the defensive end where he guarded multiple positions and using his length around the rim to challenge shots.