Each and every time Phenom Hoop Report gets to report or sees a commitment from a player we have seen over the years, it is always a fantastic day. It is great to see players achieve their goal to play at the next level and it is such a great accomplishment for that player.
Here is the latest commitment.
Player: Mark Williams
Class: 2020
Committed to: Duke
What Was Said by Phenom Hoops:
'Williams is going to be a load the more he develops.' Outstanding size already for such a young prospect, nice touch, runs the floor well and really played well. Exceeded several expectations and he has the bloodlines in his family to play ball.' The more his confidence and the fight grows in him, the more he will be one of the top players in the state of Virginia.' – Patrick O'Brien in 2017 at Virginia Top 80
'Williams is a national level talent, yet coming into the camp no one had heard of him. Well, now they have. Williams comes from a great basketball gene pool, so he comes by his skill naturally. He runs very well and has great hands, touch and coordination. His upside and ceiling are incredibly high as he looks to turn into a high caliber national level recruit.' – Jamie Shaw from Virginia Top 80 in 2017
'Mark was one of the best prospects and has a load of potential for such a young age.' He can handle the ball, which is rare for his size around 6'9 or 6'10 and he can shoot the three-ball.' He finishes well at the rim and was all over the boards.' Mark is a really good shot blocker with his size and moves well defensively also.' He just needs to continue to work on his overall game and developing, which will for sure come as he gets older and continues to get stronger.' – Virginia Top 80 Evaluation in 2017
'Williams has a great frame, you see that off the rip. He runs the floor well and he did a good job affecting shots around the basket. Still, on the slender side, he has good hands and a good touch. A lot to like looking forward.' – NBPA Top 100 in 2019
'It is truly a pleasure to watch Mark develop his game throughout the course of the season. Not only does he have the physical attributes (long, quick off his feet, soft hands, improving foot speed), he also has the mental attributes as well. He is very coachable and eager to improve. His demeanor during games has been especially impressive. With teams doubling down, playing physical and trying to rattle him, this FRESHMAN has repeatedly kept his cool and let his game handle the rest. His commitment to work on his weaknesses during the offseason will be a deciding factor to how quickly he develops into a very good all-around player.' – Coach Eric Acra – Norfolk Academy in 2017