Rasheed Jordan Was Very Impressive TonightThe Hoop Group held their Jr. Elite Camp at Germantown Academy and Basketball Spotlight was in the building. The event gave us a chance to check out some new 8th Graders and some other youngsters.
Top Performers
Class 2012
Rasheed Jordan Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- This was my first look at Jordan and his game stands out. His very quick in both directions and is capable of playing either guard spot effectively. Rasheed is the type of guard a coach would love because he has a serious killer instinct. Keep an eye on him.
Floyd Prieto Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- Prieto is one of the top pg’s in the Quaker State. He penetrates deep into the defense and knows how to find teammates. He couldn’t get off close to the basket but he punished the opposition with mid range pull up’s. He defense also stood out tonight as he harassed many ball handlers.Austin Hawkins Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- Hawkins has a burst of speed that separates him from most defenders. Once he drives the lane he usually uses his speed and power to explode to the basket. But don’t over play his drive game because he will burn you with a mid range jumper.
Fateem Glenn Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- Most events have a small guard that stands out and Glenn played that role tonight. Shorty dished out several assist and enjoyed his role of doing it. In this day and time where many guards want to score it was good to see a pass first floor general.
Shawn Jerry Forward (Harrisburg, PA)- Jerry is the size of a guard but plays much bigger than that. He’s active in transition and will stick his head inside for a rebound. I would like to see him work on his ball handling and outside shot before entering high school. 
Malik Starks Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- Starks caught my eye because he has good size but loves to handle the pill and throw look away passes. Sometimes he does have a little too much mustard on his play but you can see the potential in his game.Class 2013
Trevon White Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- White seems to get better whenever I see him. During his game he scored at ease when going to the basket. His low crossover helped him get into the lane and stretch for lay ups or drop a few floaters. I like how he’s developing.
Joe Leventhal Forward (Hunting Valley, PA)- Joe was the biggest player in his division and he took full advantage. He hustled for several rebounds and even hit the face up set shot a few times. His size alone caused some problems inside.Class 2014
Mikey Dixon Guard (Wilmington, DE)- Dixon looked good tonight, he let the game come to him and ran the show like a true point. His drive, draw and dish game was evident and his confidence was soaring. I was impressed with the Delaware native.
Stevie Jordan Guard (Philadelphia, PA)- Jordan scores so many ways on the floor. He will knock down the jumper; score in transition or breakdown his defender on the way to the cup. His feel for the game continues to improve and right now he truly gets the job done.
Jordan Meely Guard (Willow Grove, PA)- I like Meely’s energy on the floor. He’s a guard that has a good nose for the ball and runs the floor like a deer. He has a nice mid range stroke and will help out on the glass for rebounds while also playing aggressive defense.The Hoop Group Jr. Elite Hits Neptune On Sunday and we will be there!
