LJ Merchant
LJ Merchant
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Frank Mantesta | Prep Hoops Scout
Extremely fast but under controll with the ball in his hands. Can put pressure on defenses with his quickness. Crafty ball handler and finisher. Can score in the lane amongst the trees. Good shooter from beyond the arc. Really good getting in the lane and creating for himself or others. Runs the offense well understanding where the ball needs to be in making the right play.
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Read EvaluationFrank Mantesta | Prep Hoops Scout
Has become a crowd favorite in his time at Hills East. Small but plays with a lot of heart poise skill confidence and toughness. Pushes the ball really fast but maintaining poise and controll. Can get inside amongst the trees and find ways to make scoring * plays either with a pass or scoring himself. Gets teammates involved . Young player who has shown the ability to run the offense.
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Read EvaluationFrank Mantesta | Prep Hoops Scout
This lightning quick guard was a fan favorite at High school games I attended. With his ability to beat everyone down the floor with the ball , changing speeds and direction. He is a facilitator of the ball. With the added part of his game the ability to score amongst the trees.
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Read EvaluationFrank Mantesta | Prep Hoops Scout
Have been watching this young player since 7 th grade. Should be on varsity this coming season. Excellent handle. High basketball IQ. Sees the floor really well. Extremely quick getting to the basket. Very confident player.
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Read EvaluationFrank Mantesta | Prep Hoops Scout
L J has been in our reports on players to watch from the class of 2027. Extremely quick small guard. Will grow since he is still very young. Elusive with the ball. Able to blow my defenders lightning fast in transition on the open floor.
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Read EvaluationFrank Mantesta | Prep Hoops Scout
Outstanding ball handler. Excellent court vision and awareness. Extremely confident guard who can go N-S or change direction in a flash. Can get inside the lane off the bounce and attacks the trees with confidence but also very poised.
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