Houston’s Ray Penn is leading the Reebok Summer Championships in scoring
As if the intensity couldn’t get any higher, it did on days three and four of the Reebok Summer Championships. The play on day’s three and four of the RBK Summer Championships was full of excitement.
This week I have taken the opportunity to watch some of the teams/players that I have not had the chance to see and boy did I see some good ones. Take a look at a few of the top prospects in the country that you may not know too much about now but soon you will …
Raymond Penn 5′10 Fort Bend Travi H.S. Houston, TX 2009
- Ray Penn was not only my choice as “Today’s Top Performer” but also the “Suprise Player of the Day”. Ray showed so many things, but let me start by saying that this young man is a really good guard. Ray was simply “unstoppable” against the World Wide Renagades Black, scoring a game high 43 points. Ray scored and dished out assists at will. From zones, to box-and-one’s, to triple teams it didn’t matter - Ray dominated by scoring or creating opportunities for his teammates constantly. Ray Penn put on one of the best scoring performances that I’ve seen in a long time. This young man has a bag full of moves and counter moves. Ray is also a deadly 3-point shooter and his mid-range game is automatic. Ray get’s to the basket and finishes at a high rate, his quickness and footspeed is hard to match. This young man can play at pretty much any level and be productive. Currently leading the Reebok Summer Championships in scoring with a 35.8 points per/game scoring average.
Shawn Kemp 6′10 Cherekee H.S. Marietta, GA 2009
- Shawn has all of the physical attributes that a player can ask for. UNFORTUNATELY, he needs to get much more aggressive and physical. If Shawn were to improve those particular aspects of his game, he would undoubtably be a Top 30 prospect in his class.
Jerod Olson 6′9 Collins Hills H.S. Lawrenceville, GA 2009
Olson is very good around the basket. He’s also fairly mobile and is a hard hat inside. A true post, he has good touch around the basket and can shoot the mid-range shot well. Jerod is an extremly good finisher. This young man is a high major D-I prospect.
Collin Slotter 6′6 South Cobb H.S. Kennesaw, GA 2009
Collin, Collin, Collin where do I start? Let me just say that Collin is a complete player. Collin was my pick as “Today’s Top Performer” (until Ray Penn went bonkers in the 2nd half). Slotter can shoot the deep ball and mid-range as well. Mentally and physically tough, Collin also showed a high level of skill and an array of good moves along with an above average ballhandling ability. While Collin let the game come to him, he scored whenever he felt the need to do so (17pts). With under two minutes to play in the game Collin, on back to back posessions, split the defense of the Houston Superstars from the wing and went down the middle for two (2) thunderous dunks to seal the win for the World Wide Renagades Black squad.
Brandon Reed 6′4 Whitefield Academy H.S. Powder Springs, GA 2009
Brandon is a 6-foot-4 silky smooth, athletic combo who has a strong desire to score. While on the same team as Shawn Kemp, Jerod Olson and Colin Slotter, Brandon (believe it or not)might be the top scoring option on the team. Brandon led his team with 30pts and it seemed as if Brandon scored everytime he touched the ball. If Brandon get’s in the paint, 9 times out of ten he’s going to finish or go to the free throw line. Brandon is an average 3-point shooter, but his mid-range game is much more effeciant. Brandon’s a very good defender who tends to get his long arms into the passing lane, often to either deflect the pass or get the steel and finish.
Jadarius Davis 6′9 Lufkin H.S. Houston, TX 2010
Jadarius falls in line as the quentessential “Texas big man” physically and athletically inclined. Jadarius has average foot work and moves around the basket. Jadarius is very aggressive, plays at a high intensity level and he’s also a good clean up man or as some of you may refer to as “a garbage man,” consistantly getting put backs, second and third attempts before scoring or getting fouled. If Jadarius improves his foot work and moves around the basket this young man will become a force to be wreckoned with.
Tony Freeland 6′7 Freemont H.S. Los Angeles, CA 2009
- Tony is a scorer. Tony get’s to the basket very well for a player of his size, 6-foot-7. Tony has above average ballhandling abilities and is a good mid-range shooter. Tony is relentless when it comes to getting to the basket. In fact, once he makes his mind up that he’s getting to basket it’s a wrap. Tony is physically and mentally well prepared and plays with a little bit of a swagger and when you see this young man play, you will understand why. Tony’s athleticism, agression, and determination (not to mention his abilities)sets him apart from most wings. Tony can also play the 2-Guard position no problem. I’m not sure what this young man’s academic situation is like, but if he’s a qualifier don’t be suprised to see him eventually playing in the PAC-10.
Jules Montgomery 6′9 Chaminade H.S. North Hills, CA 2009
- Jules is of the better wing prospects in the 2009 class that I’ve seen. Jules reminds me a lot like a young Tayshaun Prince. Jules is an exceptional 3-point shooter and at 6-foot-9 that makes him a big problem for all defenses. Jules does everything well. Jules is very long, rangy, and has a hunger for scoring. Combine all those things and you have a four or five star prospect.
Devonte Elliot 6-10 Paramount H.S. Paramount, CA 2009
- Devonte is a true big. Devonte is very athletic, long and rangy. Devonte is a very good shot blocker who’s athleticism some times get’s him into trouble. Devonte tends to leave his feet in attempt to block shots and because he’s bigger and much more athletic than most of his counterparts, he also tends not to box out and just out jump everyone, which came back to bite him when his AAU team the I CAN All-Stars faced the extremly well coached Illinios Wolves and suffered a two point loss 93-91. Devonte is one of those players that, for whatever reason, may not be mentioned as frequent as others, but believe me, he can compete with any post.
Moses Morgan 6-6 Merced H.S. Merced, CA 2010
- Moses has a very high basketball I.Q. and has a nose for the game in an era where most players are more focused on thier athletic ability not there mental knowledge of the game. Moses has a very solid total game. Moses is a very good defender who happens to go hard on every possession by getting low, not just getting a hand in the passing lane but the proper hand in the passing lane and cutting off angles. This young man’s academics are good which brings me to one conclusion, this young fella has a bright future ahead of him.
July 26, 2008
Anthony Ray
Arizona Preps
(2 votes, average: 4.5 out of 5)
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