Team 10 brought energy and play-making to the court in February. Photo cred – Larry Rhinehart
Cleveland, Tennessee – It is imperative for players to find opportunities to train and get better in the off-season. Finding weekends where players can travel and get out of their comfort zone can pay dividends in the future. The last weekend in February gave middle school players a chance to compete and gain valuable exposure before the travel basketball season kicks off in March. Here is at the players from Team 10.
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Jared Edgeston
Trevor Carpenter
Brendon Tipps
Jared Edgeston of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, has the tools to become a very good player in the future…and he is proving that he can produce in big ways already. He makes all the hustle plays and does a great job of facilitating the action. Much Edgeston, Trevor Carpenter of Cleveland, Tennessee, is a smaller guy who plays with a big heart. He is not afraid to stick his nose into the action and make a play. Class of 2021 guard Brendon Tipps of Burns, Tennessee, showed that he has a polished skill set during drill work. He is a handler, can create some plays and is able to stick the open shot. He also impressed the staff with his willingness to defend and play tough defense.
Gus Davenport
Jake Gustafson
Kaleb McCoy
Another point guard that got the job done in this camp was Gus Davenport of Woodbury, Tennessee. He showed very good court vision with the basketball in his hands, which allowed him to involve his teammates in the action. Much like the rest of his team, he also brought A-1 energy to the court. Guard Jake Gustafson of Lebanon, Tennessee, is an aggressive slasher on the offensive end. He brings that same passion to the defensive end where he makes plays in the passing lanes. Class of 2021 guard Kaleb McCoy of Crossville, Tennessee, was one of the headiest player in the gym during this camp. He plays within himself, but he is also a very adept ball handler. His ability to hit shots makes him a favorite teammate on any team.
Teammates Kaleb McCoy (107) & Jack Eldridge (119) have been playing well off each other today. @jackedridge21 @leslieaeldridge pic.twitter.com/CSDbrEVCpd
— Jonathan Hemingway (@CoachHemi) February 26, 2017
Caleb Brooks
Fisher Anderson
Blaine Townsend
Class of 2021 guard Caleb Brooks of Nashville, Tennessee, is an aggressive wing who gets after it on both ends. He rebounded the ball well for his position and was also tough to contain on the drive. Class of 2022 post Fisher Anderson of Franklin, Tennessee, has a twitter handle (@FI3HTANK) that describes his persona on the court perfectly. He is strong around the bucket and is nearly impossible to move out around the lane. Yet his skill is not that far behind his physical presence. He showed the ability to finish in traffic while also having footwork to evade oncoming double teams. Class of 2021 forward Blaine Townsend of Kingston, Tennessee, showed a world of potential standing at 6-2. He has a high running motor and is quick off the floor to rebound. He has the size to play the center position, but his mobility allows him to rebound and defend outside of the block area.
Highlights from the 2017 Coach Hemi Middle School Showcase courtesy of Larry Rhinehart and Jordan Davis
Jonathan Hemingway is a National Evaluator for the OTRHoopsReport. Hemingway serves on the Board of Selectors for the Naismith Trophy. also He is also the publisher of CoachHemi.com. He has been involved in the community since 1996 as a coach, camp director and evaluator. You can reach him via email at JonathanHemingway@PeachStateBasketball.com and follow him on twitter @JLHemingwayPSB
