By: Gerroid Doughty

Phenom Summer Havoc is an exciting event. I truly enjoyed myself watching all the action. I'm Coach Gerroid Doughty and I like strong guard play. I take that back I love strong guard play. Big men do their thing down low, but most won't do anything without a guard or wing player getting them the ball. I love the quickness and aggressiveness of these guys. I especially like high IQ guys. They not only think the game they have instincts that take over in certain situations. Good decisions from your guards will help you win a ton of games. These are my Dominate Guys. Players who controlled the game for their team in one way or another.

'In order to win in March' You gotta have good guard play' Tom Izzo

2021 5'7' Torrey Brown Team Trezz 16u, He's one of those guys that has a high basketball IQ. I mean high! It helps to have played verses 2 older brothers coming up. Trust me they didn't take it easy on him. He passes with accuracy. Shoots jump shots with efficiently. Penetrates and gets to the rim effectively. Oh yeah did I mention he can put straps on his man defensively. He can play any way you want. He can play a physical game or finesse game. Whichever is needed to get the job done. I've been asked do I think he's a 1 or a 2. 'I'd have to say 1, because of his stature. But he can fill up the basket in a hurry if need be. You want to keep this guy on you watch list.

2021 6'1' Jamarii Thomas New Light Disciples 17u is a big-time gamer. He has great court vision. He can tell where he needs to put his passes almost like he can see 10 seconds ahead of everyone else. Jamarii never shy's away from contact. You can tell he spent some time on the gridiron. And yes, he has talent in that area too. He crashes the boards gathers the rebound all the while looking for up the floor. To see what will develop as he sprints up the court and starts the break. He spots a weak ball handler then uses he quick hands to rip him. What do you want' A Floater' A Jumper' Lay Up, Dunk' What' So, be careful what you ask for because you just might get it. This guy has an Enormous basketball IQ! But more importantly he shows leadership and maturity while on the court. Other PG's can learn a lot from this young man.

2021 6' Michael Best Jr Garner Road 15u Whitley. Michael good has range on his shot. Most of his shots hit the bottom of the net. 'He really knows how to tickle the twine. He has an air of cockiness about him. That Reminds me of Mikey Maddox. (Rest in Peace Young King) He can put the ball on the floor get by his man at finish to get the bucket. Michael can and create his shot & has the ability to create scoring opportunities for himself or his teammates. He plays both guard spots effectively. But I feel he's more suited to play 2. He's a high energy player and it's contagious to his teammates. He's a baller. No Doubt. No Doubt indeed.

There are plenty of other guards here that I was impressed with. In the games I watched these guys stood out a little more. Here are some names to know.

2021 6'2' Donovan Martin Capital City Pacers 16u Raleigh NC.

2022 5'7' Jaheim Staten Black Top Kings 15u Richmond VA.

2022 6' Cedavion Wimbley Charlotte Supremes 15u Charlotte NC.

2021 5'10' Jaquan Fletcher D1 Dynasty Lions Dover Delaware

2020 6' Isaac Sinclair Team Stacked 17u Chapel Hill NC