The Bishop Ireton combo guard is a shifty, ball handling guard who is tough for defenders to stay in front of. He is a creative finisher in the paint who can score the ball with floaters and using angles around the rim. He has good speed, changes pace well and knows how to use screens. Simpkins has a good feel for the game and an improving perimeter jump shot.

Simpkins’ recruiting stock is on the rise this month. The 6’2 guard scored 23 points in a win for Bishop Ireton on Friday. He is a shifty, ball handling guard that is tough for defenders to stay in front of. He changes speeds well, knows how to use screens and has a good feel for the game.

Simpkins is a shifty lead guard who excels at creating advantages with the basketball in his hands. Tough for defenders to stay in front of, he changes speeds well, keeps defenders off balance, and consistently gets into the paint. Simpkins has a strong understanding of how to use ball screens, reading defenses effectively and making the right play when opportunities present themselves. A reliable shot maker with range beyond the arc, he can stretch the floor and score at multiple levels. Once he gets downhill, he has the ability to create offense for himself or set up teammates with his vision and playmaking instincts. His combination of shot making, playmaking, pace, and feel for the game makes him a dynamic lead guard prospect.

Like the way that Simpkins provides depth in the backcourt being able to play on or off the basketball. He is a tad wiry which allows him to find his way into open gaps of the defense. Simpkins is an effective off-ball slasher in the half-court and uses it to his advantage. He had a few assists and found others for scoring chances. Simpkins also made a trip to the charity stripe. He tracks as a scholarship prospect.

Eli was one of the top performing guards over the weekend, really creating some buzz for himself in AC. He was in and out of the defense all game vs House We Built. They had a hard time containing him, and he was able to dice through the defense and get to the cup with ease. Simpkins shot the ball well from across the floor. Shot it with consistency over the contests as well when the defense started to react. Promising showing from the Ireton guard.

Showcased business approach and control in the Paul VI game. Solid combo guard who used his change of speed and strength to finish through contact. As he showed his high IQ as a guard with excellent ball handling and playmaking ability. Intriguing shooter who knocked down 3 three’s in the Paul VI game.

Next, we look at a player who is a smart, unselfish guard prospect who can initiate the offense, create off the bounce or thrive as a spot-up threat. Simpkins handles the ball with poise and sees the floor well as a passer.

Elijah Simpkins Elijah Simpkins 6'2" | CG Bishop Ireton | 2027 State VA is a pure scorer. He is smooth and always plays at his own pace. He is an excellent shot-creator and has good size for a sophomore PG. He is a good passer and a good defender. Elijah may be a year away from being a huge contributor to Ireton, but he is a player to watch this summer.