Scott made his return to action over the weekend after shoulder surgery kept him sidelined all summer. He was only cleared on Friday, and despite some understandable rust early, it didn’t take long for him to make an impact. Scott’s versatility, scoring touch and toughness immediately jump out, and he’s willing to share the ball and create for others.

Scott was originally injured in Meade’s overtime 4A state semifinal loss to eventual champion Blake back in March. If the Mustangs are going to make another run, Scott will again lead the way.

-One of the most decorated players to come up in Anne Arundel County, it’s been a pleasure covering Scott for the past 3 seasons as he has ascended from unranked to top-15 in the class. Scott contributed in his usual role as the leading scorer for his team but is also doing a much better job of finding teammates on his paint touches and really popped at the defensive end with several big-time blocks from the help side at the rim. Scott’s ability to score in transition and earn steady trips to the free throw line are the key to his consistency as he steps into his final HS season looking for a state championship.

Scott is another public school prospect who put together a stellar junior season that was unfortunately cut short in the regional championship game where he tore his labrum early in the first half. Meade would go on to lose to Blake in the buzzer in that game, but Scott was the biggest reason the Mustangs even got to that point. A smooth operator on the ball, Scott has the ability to tap into another gear and mindset when his team needs it most, making big plays in pivotal points of games that allowed Meade to be considered one of the top public schools in the state. He’s a dangerous shooter from range, can be slippery in traffic getting the rim and has surprising explosiveness within his athletic finishes. He rebounds for his position and makes himself known as a presence in passing lanes with active hands to accumulate steals.

-Scott willed his way to a Regional Championship and a State Semifinal appearance before a shoulder injury cut his night short, turning in a herculean performance as a dynamic playmaker for a Meade team that went 25-2 this season. Scott turned in several 30+ scoring outbursts despite being the focal point of defensive gameplans, showing an improved maturity in his reads in the halfcourt as a guard that was difficult to speed up or turn over. Love the pace that he played with coming off of ball screens and the diversity in his shot diet as a guard that took what the defense gave him while flashing improved passing off the bounce. Our staff anticipates an uptick in his recruitment this offseason as college coaches get a chance to check in on the Anne Arundel County Player of the Year with Team Takeover .

Scott has an argument for being the best public school prospect in the state and the savvy junior lead guard has the Mustangs humming with a 24-1 overall record as they’re set to host Seneca Valley tonight for a spot in the semifinals. Scott is dynamic as they come and when the motor is running high, there hasn’t been a team on their schedule who can contain him for a full 32-minute period. He’s able to fill up a handful of categories on the box score and pose as a legitimate three-level scoring threat where he uses the gravity he demands to make his teammates’ lives easier. In the regional title game, Scott was good for 21 points, 12 assists, seven rebounds and four steals.

The likely AA County Player of the Year looked better than the initial meeting in terms of coming out from the opening tip with a purpose. He wouldn’t explode in the scoring column like he did when he went for 32, but the comfort and control that he ran the Mustangs’ offense with in the half court was much more impactful this go around. It showed in a double-double fashion with 12 points and 10 assists as time-and-time again Scott would expose openings in the backline of the zone with one-hand zip passes to Somaoro or others for quick scores. He threw a couple of nice lobs to his big from the perimeter as he manipulated the backline with his eyes to make them think he was going to throw a skip pass to the corner. An underrated aspect of Scott’s game is his shot-blocking prowess for a point guard. He uses his springy athleticism and good timing as a weak side defender to catch others by surprise at the rim and accounted for three blocks in this one.

Keon let everyone know why he’s so highly regarded in the 2027 class after this recent performance against South River. He was a tone-setter defensively and attacked aggressively in the open floor. Made a strong on-ball stop, then turned a steal into an and-one finish on the break. Next possession he chased down a block, showing great effort and timing. After missing a couple shots early, Keon settled in with a smooth floater which was nice to see from such a potent scorer. Scott was at his best when he played decisive and attacked quickly, especially in transition where he finished through pressure multiple times. He also made the right play as a passer, dishing off after rotations on a pick-and-roll to an open shooter. Consistently hit spot-up threes to keep the defense honest. Defensively he covered ground and even hustled out for a huge block at the three-point line. Dominant game from Keon in a big Mustang W, a common theme this season.

Scott makes his debut in the top-10 and it comes well deserved. Viewed as arguably the best player in the Maryland Public School sector, Scott has Meade buzzing with an unblemished 10-0 record and positioned to be serious contenders for not only the Anne Arundel County crown, but the Class 4A state title. He’s proving himself as a lead guard who can call his own number when necessary or a guy who can play make and elevate those around him. The Mustangs’ overall success ultimately rides on the shoulders of Scott and so far, the signs that he’s given have been nothing but optimistic for what is to come.

Scott’s name was trending significantly among private school programs after a productive summer with Team Takeover on the EYBL Circuit. Instead, the 6-foot-2 guard has remained loyal to Meade and has set the early tone as the best guard in the Maryland public school sector. If there were any doubts in that statement, they were erased after his showing Saturday morning in a win over Loyola Blakefield (MD) as he posted a ridiculous stat line of 37 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals. As the box score indicates, Scott’s overall skillset continues to round out nicely as the smaller aspects such as adjusting his scoring approach based on the flow of the game unfolds. Scott is in the top-15, but could see a healthy boost in the next update with sustained production.

Keon may have been the Xaverian Classic MVP of the day, absolutely dominating in every way. The defense could not contain him, giving up a huge 35+ point game to the star Meade guard. When Keon’s shot was off a couple times in a row, he made adjustments and got himself into scoring positions at the basket by patiently breaking down the zone. Keon played the game at a different kind of pace that helped him seek out weaknesses in the defense and consistently beat the zone/traps. Made some jumpers but really stood out to me in the way he kept the defense guessing, able to get his shot off when he wanted or use the change-of-pace to get by the defense and make a smooth layup at the rim. Statement type of game as the Meade star got the chance to perform in front of a new crowd at the Xaverian Classic in Olney.