5’11 ’27 Preston Scott (Queens Grant)
Although other players on this roster tend to receive more attention, Scott brings so much value to this group. He’s a natural leader by example, setting the tone with his high IQ, unselfishness, and rugged defense at the point of attack. Scott simply knows how to run a team. He calmly dictates the offense, breaks down defenders to touch the paint at a high volume, and consistently makes the right read with the ball in his hands. Scott is a sharp playmaker with the ability to score as needed. He also forces turnovers and secures rebounds at a nice rate for his size/position.
6’8 ’27 Cannon DeBerry (Queens Grant)
In a similar vein to his teammate above, DeBerry really excels as a low-maintenance piece on both ends of the floor. He’s a long, wiry post player whose general size and athleticism allow him to make life difficult for opponents. DeBerry is a capable finisher and above-the-rim threat who doesn’t really need touches to make his presence felt. So much of his value comes through his ability to control the glass as a rebounder and alter or block shots defensively. DeBerry does a nice job of producing within his role.
6’4 ’26 Logan Johnson (Carmel Christian)
After watching him several times throughout the season, this was easily one of Johnson’s most efficient showings of the year. He displayed the ability to score in a variety of different ways. Whether attacking off the bounce, hitting pull-ups, or spacing the floor from distance, every attempt proved to be a worthy scoring avenue for him. Johnson actively toggled between creating for himself and finding opportunities without the ball in his hands.
6’2 ’26 James Wood (Carmel Christian)
There are a lot of useful pieces on the Carmel Christian roster, and Wood has quietly become as consistently productive as anyone. He’s a strong, skilled guard who reliably and efficiently fills it up as a scorer within the flow of the action. Wood can handle the ball, set up others, and create opportunities for himself. He’s able to mix it up well from all levels or find chances as a cutter/spot-up threat. Wood competes to make his presence felt defensively and is a capable rebounder for his size. He continues to highlight college-level ability.
6’0 ’27 Christan Jones (Independence)
Despite some ups and downs as a team, it’s difficult to say anything other than positives about Jones and the way he led this group. He’s a smart, well-rounded guard with the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Jones is comfortable dictating the action as a primary creator, setting up others, and applying scoring pressure from multiple levels. He displays quickness, craftiness, and a useful change of pace. Add in his scrappy defensive presence and activity on the glass, and it’s easy to see what Jones brings to the table.