Youngsters shine Sunday at The Workout
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Despite only being about 5-foot-7 and just a freshman at Orlando Christian Prep, point guard Damon HargeClick Effort definitely wasn't an issue for 6-foot-4 wing Jonathan BryantClick Since he is only a freshman, Tampa Sickles wing Antwann JonesClick Sophomore shooting guard A.J. CaldwellClick The most fluid shooting guard that Rivals.com saw on Sunday had to have been 6-foot-3 sophomore Terrell TurnerClick Last year, small forward Darius BanksClick Among the more physical players in camp was sophomore power forward Simeon KirklandClick One of the most entertaining matchups of the day involved Uyaelunmo and sophomore Daniel MadingClick Given that he is only a freshman, it was hard to know very much about Solomon UyaelunmoClick SARASOTA, Fla. -- As is tradition, Sunday at The Workout was reserved for some of the top freshmen and sophomores in the state of Florida to show what they could do. Among those leading the way were freshman Solomon Uyaelunmo and sophomores Terrell Turner and Darius Banks.Here to view this Link. headed into Sunday. But by the end of his performance, the 6-foot-7 power forward from Ft. Lauderdale (Fla.) Westminster Academy had made a strong first impression. A big-time athlete with a big-time motor, Uyaelunmo contested shots at the rim, he soared for dunks and he scrambled all over the floor for rebounds. Clearly he is very young and will have to work on his overall skill game as time goes by, but he will be on high-major radars early.Here to view this Link. from the Rock School in Gainesville. Standing around 6-foot-8 or so, Mading is a thin forward who could develop into either a highly skilled four-man or a tall wing player, so for now we will call him a combo forward. He shoots the ball well from distance, can get to the rim off a dribble and is a lengthy athlete who finishes above the rim when he can. He'll have to get stronger and tighten up his handle a bit, but he is a very good prospect with upside.Here to view this Link.. A brawler in the post, he is a tough four-man who rebounds, goes strong to the rim and runs the floor very well. He has a body to build on at around 6-foot-6 or 6-foot-7. His older brother Mike plays at Fairfield, so hoops runs in the family.Here to view this Link. was a skinny freshman wing who looked to have potential. Now, the sophomore has filled out his 6-foot-5 frame nicely and he understands how to use it. One of the more physically tough wings in attendance on Sunday, Banks finished strong around the rim, grabbed rebounds and slashed in transition. Depending on his development Rivals.com could seeing him end up anywhere from mid to high major when it is all said and done.Here to view this Link.. A product of McArthur High in Miami, he is a pure scorer at the two spot. He can shoot with range, puts the ball on the floor with some efficiency and he is able to stay aggressive without getting out of control. Turner said that he has an early offer from MemphisClick Last year, small forward Darius BanksClick Among the more physical players in camp was sophomore power forward Simeon KirklandClick One of the most entertaining matchups of the day involved Uyaelunmo and sophomore Daniel MadingClick Given that he is only a freshman, it was hard to know very much about Solomon UyaelunmoClick SARASOTA, Fla. -- As is tradition, Sunday at The Workout was reserved for some of the top freshmen and sophomores in the state of Florida to show what they could do. Among those leading the way were freshman Solomon Uyaelunmo and sophomores Terrell Turner and Darius Banks.Here to view this Link. headed into Sunday. But by the end of his performance, the 6-foot-7 power forward from Ft. Lauderdale (Fla.) Westminster Academy had made a strong first impression. A big-time athlete with a big-time motor, Uyaelunmo contested shots at the rim, he soared for dunks and he scrambled all over the floor for rebounds. Clearly he is very young and will have to work on his overall skill game as time goes by, but he will be on high-major radars early.Here to view this Link. from the Rock School in Gainesville. Standing around 6-foot-8 or so, Mading is a thin forward who could develop into either a highly skilled four-man or a tall wing player, so for now we will call him a combo forward. He shoots the ball well from distance, can get to the rim off a dribble and is a lengthy athlete who finishes above the rim when he can. He'll have to get stronger and tighten up his handle a bit, but he is a very good prospect with upside.Here to view this Link.. A brawler in the post, he is a tough four-man who rebounds, goes strong to the rim and runs the floor very well. He has a body to build on at around 6-foot-6 or 6-foot-7. His older brother Mike plays at Fairfield, so hoops runs in the family.Here to view this Link. was a skinny freshman wing who looked to have potential. Now, the sophomore has filled out his 6-foot-5 frame nicely and he understands how to use it. One of the more physically tough wings in attendance on Sunday, Banks finished strong around the rim, grabbed rebounds and slashed in transition. Depending on his development Rivals.com could seeing him end up anywhere from mid to high major when it is all said and done.Here to view this Link. and he has the tools to get more high major involvement.Here to view this Link. looked awfully comfortable playing on his home floor at Sarasota Riverview High. Nobody in the gym showed off a better shooting stroke. Though he isn't overly athletic, he has great shot preparation and quick release that make him very dangerous when he decides to let it fly from deep.Here to view this Link. has plenty of time to hone his craft. He has a good frame, can slash along the baseline, is a good driver and transition finisher. His jumper isn't broken by any means, but his shot selection was a bit questionable at times. He is one of those kids who looks like he has the tools to be a player, he just has to learn about effort level and that should come with maturity.Here to view this Link.. The sophomore from Oakleaf was an energy giver all day. He attacked the rim relentlessly off the dribble and played above it when possible. Bryant defended and he rebounded and was one of the most fun players to watch because of his effort level.Here to view this Link. entered Sunday at The Workout with the biggest reputation. Largely in part to him already being a favorite of the mixtape/highlight reel community. Overall, it was a pretty good first look at the highly touted prospect.
He is clearly a very clever ball handler, passes well and has a good feel for the game. It also looks like he can score to go along with his playmaking. At times there was some shake and bake where he didn't really go anywhere so like any young point guard he needs to focus on making sure the dribble gets him somewhere and doesn't just look fancy. He has very good tools but how much he grows and how much quickness he adds will certainly play a large role in his recruitment.
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