Thursday, May 29, 2008

MDC 14 and Under Recap: Dynamic Duo Leads New Heights


Thaddeus Hall scored a game high 27 points and Dennis Green added 23 markers as New Heights Red defeated CJ Hornets 68-57 to win the MDC 14 and Under crown. Joe Ricks and Ron Paden combine for 31 points for the Hornets in the loss.

Spotlight Players

Co - Mr. Memorial Day- Thaddeus Hall Guard (New Heights)- Hall was virtually unstoppable in the games I saw. The southpaw had his entire arsenal on display including big finishes at the cup. Once be broke past the perimeter defenders the interior big men were at his mercy.

Co- Mr. Memorial Day- Dennis Green Guard (New Heights)- Green had another strong showing at the point for New Heights. In the finals he shook off a slow start to take control of the game in the second half. He hit one step back trey that showed the maturity and high levelness of his game.

Ron Paden Guard (CJ Hornets)- Paden used the MDC as his coming out party. The two-guard has grown a few inches and added some drive to his game. Right now his game is truly elevating and he should turn into a true Div. 1 prospect.

Joe Ricks Forward (CJ Hornets)- Ricks is a strong inside presence and knows how to score once he touches the rock. He’s a lefty so he knows how to keep defenders at bay until he can get the right angle to release his shot.

Darious Nixon Forward (CJ Hornets)- Nixon is a bit undersized at the forward spot but is trying to make strides to the perimeter. He has powerful moves and knows how to protect the rock while in traffic. Nixon might mingle on the perimeter but when it’s money time he goes down to the blocks to earn his living.

MDC 14U All Tournament Team

Thaddeus Hall (New Heights Red)- CO Mr. Memorial Day
Dennis Green (New Heights Red) - CO Mr. Memorial Day
Ron Paden (CJ Hornets)
Joe Ricks (CJ Hornets)
Darius Nixon (CJ Hornets)
Orlando Rodriquez (CJ Hornets)
Mike Campo (Team NJ Select)
Khyree Wooten (Philly Panthers)
Jahmal Lane (MSU Skyliners)
Dion Rogers (MSU Skyliners)
Diijon Jordan-Allen (MSU Skyliners)
Trey Dickerson (New Heights Blue)
George Davis (New Heights Blue)
Stewart Warren (New Heights Blue)


Coming Friday- Inside The MDC: 14 and Under