Pete Ragusa Pete Ragusa 6'1" | CG Orangefield | 2023 State TX ‘s stock has steadily been going up since the summertime and it continues to rises after yet another spectacular performance. The 6-foot-1 lead guard was the most aggressive player on the floor from beginning to end with the most effortless, efficient, and consistent offensive game, he showed a natural ability to get to his spots from all three levels with instincts and within the flow of the things. While facing off against the Vidor Pirates, he went into attack mode early, putting up Orangefield’s first 8 points before proceeding to carry the scoring load for the Bobcats with his extremely hot hand which resulted in a game-high 26 points for Ragusa. This highly skilled point guard prospect displayed solid athleticism, a great competitive spirit, and an unwavering motor, Pete never gave up on a play both offensively and defensively, often extending plays and even rebounding his own miss. Ragusa controlled the offense and dictated the tempo of the game with his terrific decision-making as the primary ball-handler, he was very unpredictable, always took whatever the defense gave him and used it to his advantage. Orangefield’s senior guard proved to be insanely effective off the dribble, if he saw a lane he took it with great quickness in his first step. Throughout the night Pete was able to get all the way to the rack at will with and without a pick to lead him there. His bag full of handles were unguardable, he had mean separation skills, he ate defenders alive with his smooth crossover while coming at his man downhill, getting them on their heels before continuing to the basket or adding one of his many counter dribbles which could be a quick fake spin and go or a snatch back dribble depending on how he was defended. Ragusa’s elite and well-polished footwork was on full display as well, he stepped through tight spaces with ease, stopped on a dime with jump stops and pro hops without traveling, and turned the corner perfectly while attacking his defender’s hip. This shifty and crafty ball-handler showed a lot of creativity in the air alongside a good explosive leaping ability once he left his feet, often reacting and adjusting his layup to his inside or outside hand based on how the rim protector challenged him inside. His body control was impressive as well, he got off the ground quick and easy and managed to finish shots after being knocked off balance. When it came to scoring from outside, Ragusa found open opportunities due to good pass and relocation skills that easily led to clean looks from three-point range which he made sure to knock down. In the third quarter, Pete really showed off his deep shooting stroke as he received a pass well above the top of the key, near the volleyball line, and drained the jumper with no hesitation and all of the confidence in the world. There’s a lot to like about Pete’s game, he oozes potential, and should be a noteworthy name on most college coach’s radar right now.