Class 2010

It was a breakout summer for some of the players in the Class of 2010. Basketball Spotlight got chance to see most of them on the hardwood. Here’s some of the top performers we got a glimpse of in our travels.Fuquan Edwin 6’5 Forward (Playaz Basketball Club)-Edwin followed an outstanding high season with a carbon copy showing on the AAU Circuit. Fuquan made his presence felt in every tournament he entered with PBC. His scoring ability baffled defenders while often making it look easy. Edwin was a total monster at the RBK U tryout camp, leading the showcase in scoring and going for over 40 on two occasions. At RBK U Fuquan shook off the early jitters and held his own. Isiah Epps 6’1 Guard (Playaz Basketball Club) At the Spring Fling it was apparent that Epps was a scoring guard making the transition to the point. Over the next couple of months Epps become comfortable and ran the show for Jimmy Salmons. The Plainfield NJ native zipped past defenders and either dropped it off to teammates or tear dropped floaters over defenders. If defenders tried to back off the southpaw shot their lights out behind the arc. He seems to be next in a long list of high major prospects from PBC and Plainfield.Ashton Panckey 6’7 Forward (New Heights)I think Pankey has enormous potential. I watched him at the Spring Fling, Reebok Summer East and Joe Brown Memorial. He’s a very mobile shot blocker that will also finish with a soft touch near the cup. Playing alongside Jayvaughn Pinkston allowed Ashton to display his developing face up game. The more this facet of his game matures then more high major school will be drooling. Jayvaughn Pinkston 6’5 Forward (New Heights)- Speaking of Pinkston, while some questioned his size inside Pinkston still dominated his competition. His swift moves on the baseline combined with power finishes earned his easy buckets or multiple trips to the charity stripe. He was very impressive during the Spring Fling, Rumble in the Bronx and Joe Brown Memorial before injuring his back. I also got word that he was too much to deal out in Vegas. Tony Chenault 6’0 Guard (Team Final)- While doubters try to critique his game Chenault continues to put together good showings. Playing on the Nike Circuit Chenault representing himself well at Boo Williams, Bob Gibbons and the Nike Hoop Jamboree. He showed vast improvements in the point guard department as well shooting from the perimeter. High major programs are watching his progress heavily. Dion Waiters 6’2 Guard (Team Final)-Chenault’s backcourt mate played his way into shape after missing the high school season. The powerful scoring guard took it to the competition on the Nike Circuit. Waiters received rave reviews at Boo Williams, Bob Gibbons and Nike Hoop Jamboree. He also tore up the Syracuse University Elite Camp, which got him an official offer from Coach Boehiem and The Orange. Dion accepted the offer and should be an excellent addition once he completes his scholastic career. Kelvin Amayo had a good summer with Team jersey Elite 6'1 point guard from Hillside NJ.