On November 7th, Phenom Hoop Report will be hosting our third annual High School Jamboree at Proehlific Park in Greensboro, North Carolina. Over 30 teams will be making their way to Tournament Town to showcase their talents to a plethora of scouts, college coaches, and passionate fans. After thorough review of the field, our team decided to put together a little “sneak preview” of individual players and teams that people need to keep a close eye on.
TEAM:
Hickory Ridge (Harrisburg, NC)
HEAD COACH:
Robert Machado
2014-2015 RECORD:
20-5
PLAYERS TO WATCH:
Avery Metcalf
Metcalf was the second leading scorer last year for Hickory Ridge. But now since Jaylen Stowe is gone, Metcalf will be the man this year. He averaged over 16 points per game last season but we fully expect this senior to put up over 20 points per game with his ability. This young man plays with a chip on his shoulder and we fully expect many people to know his name after this event.
Javon Smith
Another rising senior, Smith is a do it all kind of guy for Hickory Ridge and will be depended on more this upcoming season, as the Ragin’ Bulls are hoping to repeat another fantastic season. Smith not only chipped in over seven points per game, but also averaged 3.5 rpg, 2.5 apg, and 1.8 spg.
Andrew Metcalf
The younger brother of Avery, this rising junior could make a nice brother duo at Hickory Ridge this coming season. He saw action in all 25 games last year and played well as a sophomore. But now it could be his time to step up in a major role.
OTHER NOTABLE PLAYERS:
Rodney Garner – 4.6 ppg, 2.1 rpg
Will Putnam
Austin Walker