Rick Lewis with the Phenom Hoop Report and Torian Graham(N.C. State ?) on today’s honor roll

Key word of the day is Accomplishment…….

Courtesy of Rick Lewis at The Phenom Hoop Report…..

Scouting Report/Player Profiles for Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012

From the Chick-Fil-A Tournament Part II

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Phenom Quote of the Day: “Nothing builds self-esteem and self-confidence
like accomplishment” Thomas Carlyle

Phenom Hoop Report Philosophy: “Balanced, thorough and detailed evaluations
based upon the 3 P’s philosophy of Performance, Production, and Potential”

“If potential never translates into performance and production, then
potential is worthless”

In today’s issue, we will take a look at Part II of the player evaluations
from the Chick-Fil-A Tournament that was held in Columbia, SC prior to
Christmas.

Player: 6’4 Stanford Robinson

School: Paul VI

City: Fairfax, VA

Class: 2013

Committed: Uncommitted

Evaluation: We’ve had several chances to watch Robinson for Paul VI team and
we get a better evaluation after each game. Without question, Robinson is an
explosive high elite level athlete that absolutely loves to attack the
basket. In the championship game against Oak Hill, he was solid in his
performance. He scored 16 points going 8-17 from the floor (0-4 from the 3
point line) He does rebound his position extremely well and has good
anticipation on both the offensive and defensive side of the glass. He is
really good at dribble penetration and getting into the lane easily and
finishes at a high percentage. He competes extremely hard and has a great
understanding of team defensive philosophies. He has been well coached in
that regard. The next step in his development is to become a consistent 3
point shooter. In the game against Oak Hill, he went 0-4. Once he develops a
more accurate outside shooting touch, the sky is the limit for his young
man.

Player: 6’7 Marcus Derrickson

School: Paul VI

City: Fairfax, VA

Class: 2015

Committed: Uncommitted

Evaluation: Derrickson played with tremendous poise for a freshman in the
championship game against Oak Hill. He tallied 9 points going 3-6 from the
floor (1-3 from the 3 point line) and 2-3 from the free throw line. He also
corralled 8 rebounds with 6 of them being on the defensive end of the floor.
He has a good shooting touch and can step out and knock down the 3 point
shot or have the ability to put the ball on the floor and aggressively
attack the basket. He finishes well, but more importantly is excellent in
boxing out. Actually, he was one of the few players that turned and boxed
out with a shot when up. That was impressive since so few players try to box
out anymore! Derrickson has the unique blend of size, athleticism and skill
that will make him a nationally known prospect for many years to come.

Player: 6’10 Grant Jerrett

School: LaVerne Lutheran

City: La Verne, CA

Class: 2012

Committed: Arizona

Evaluation: Jerrett “quietly” went about his business in the 3rd place game
for LaVerne against Lower Richland. He scored 25 points going 7-18 from the
floor and an impressive 11-12 from the free throw line. The skilled and
mobile face up PF also grabbed 9 rebounds along with 4 steals and earned MVP
honors in the Classic II division of the Chick-Fil-A Tournament.

Player: 6’0 Ian Barker

School: Arlington Country Day

City: Jacksonville, FL

Class: 2012

Committed: Uncommitted

Evaluation: ACD was playing in the Carolina Challenge Division and we got a
chance to watch the nationally ranked team play. Barker, the former USC
verbal, is a strong and fast PG that is good in transition. He is a pass
first PG and is always looking to “pitch ahead” on the break. He plays under
control and has the ability to pass off the dribble with either hand
effectively and efficiently. He didn’t attempt too many outside jumpers and
preferred to dribble penetrate and kick. With the shortage of quality PGs in
the 2012 class, he could become a hot priority.

Player: 6’4 Torian Graham

School: Arlington Country Day

City: Jacksonville, FL

Class: 2012

Committed: Uncommitted

Evaluation: While Graham may have trouble deciding on a future college, he
had little to no trouble making decisions on the basketball court. Without
question, Graham played under control and within the flow of the offense and
his performance was solid and stellar. He is excellent in transition and has
exceptional elevation on his outside jumper that once made him one of the
top SGs in the country prior to his knee injury. Graham plays with a certain
element of grace that makes the game look easy to him. Graham will need to
add strength to his frame, but the athleticism and skills are there to be a
solid player at the next level.

Player: 6’2 Eric Cooper

School: LaVerne Lutheran

City: LaVerne, CA

Class: 2013

Committed: Arizona

Evaluation: While Cooper looks the part of a high division I prospect, his
performance against Lower Richland in the 3rd place game was just OK. He
scored 9 points going 3-8 from the floor (1-5 from the 3 point line) and 2-2
from the free throw line. He had 4 rebounds, 1 assists and 3 turnovers. That
being said, the long and athletic Cooper has good speed in the open court.
In addition, Cooper looks young for his age and certainly will pass the
airport test for a promising young PG.