Both Team Final and Positive Image move on the next round
By
Gregory Goettner
Team Final 109 Playaz 102
Team Final:
Prime Time Performers:
Tyreke Evans 6-4 shooting
guard American Christian (junior) Evans started off the game hitting back
to back three pointers. After a big first half Evans found himself being double
teamed for the remainder of the game. Every time Evans stepped within three
point range two Playaz defenders swarmed him. At first Evans rushed a few shots
but settled down and distributed the ball to set up his teammates for open
looks.
Ramone Moore 6-5 shooting
guard South Philadelphia High (senior) Moore a shooting guard from South
Philadelphia High School is the silent assassin for Team Final, while Evans
gains most of the attention Moore gets many open jump shots which causes all
types of problems for defenses. Moore has a sweet jump shot and nice size for a
guard which could help him succeed on the next level. It looks like Moore will
do a year of Prep School at American Christian next fall before he enrolls at
Temple University.
Playaz
Prime Time Performers:
Austin Johnson 6-7 power
forward Cheltenham (junior) Johnson was the one guy that caused match up
problems for Team Final. Johnson rebounded well, and scored on a few nice post
moves, he even showed range as he hit a deep two pointer. If Johnson can add a
consistent mid range jumper to his game he will be almost impossible for
defenders to cover. Johnson will reclassify as a junior next season at Blair
Academy. I believe this will work out for Johnson as he will get another year to
help his overall game. He is already gaining attention from Rutgers, Temple,
LaSalle, Michigan, Michigan State, Boston College and University of
Virginia. .
Gio Fontan (junior)
Fontan was nothing but stellar in the loss; he played great defense, penetrated,
and hit the outside shot. Fontan is an ideal point guard as he does whatever is
needed for his team to succeed, he has a solid overall game and high basketball
IQ which make him valuable to any team that he plays for. Fontan will play his
college ball at Fordham University.
Positive Image 91
Mainstreet 85
Positive Image
Prime Time Performers:
Courtney Stanley 6-1
shooting guard Roman Catholic (junior) Stanley looks like a totally
different player for Positive Image compared to Roman Catholic. During the high
school season it looked like Stanley was still adjusting to his new role at
Roman Catholic. With Positive Image Stanley is more of a scorer and a go to guy
rather then a role player and defender. Stanley connected on a pair of three
pointers and ran the court well leading to many fast break opportunities. He has
had a huge tournament so far as he is averaging around 22 points per game.
Kashief Edwards 6-6 small
forward Imhotep Charter (senior) The Niagara University bound Edwards had
a big second half to help his defeat Mainstreet. Edwards is a strong finisher
when he gets the ball in the low post and has a good feel for the game.
Mainstreet had a tough time covering Edwards down low as he threw down a few
dunks, Edwards scored 11 second half points.
Mainstreet
Karon Burton 5-8 point
guard Chester (junior) The always exciting Karon Burton did his usual as
he wowed the crowd with his crafty ball handling skills. Burton may be the most
exciting player to watch in the state of Pennsylvania. Even though he only
stands at 58 Burton has one of the biggest hearts on the court; when hes
feeling it there isnt too many players that can stop him from scoring as he can
either drive by defenders or step back and hit the long ball.
If you have any questions or
comments, contact Greg at
greg@metrohoops.com
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