There is a dynamic duo from El Paso Burges that did themselves a favor at the Cy Creek Classic. The TBB staff got a good look at the talented duo and which long rangy wing has one of the Blue Blood Programs inquiring about him?
Jawaun Newton, 2018 CG – EP Burges
Jawaun strung together multiple efficient scoring outing at the CY Creek Classic as he was able to score on the move and found a home at the free throw line, being able to draw contact while attacking the basket. Jawaun possess a nice stroke with range and brought value on the defensive end for EP Burges.
Recruitment
Jawaun currently has offers from Jackson State and West Texas A&M as Jackson State has shown the most interest in the rising guard. Texas Tech, New Mexico and UTEP have inquired about Newton as he has taken unnoficials at Texas Tech, UTEP, West Texas A&M and Northern Colorado. Jawaun plans on waiting until the spring to decide and with performances like the compilation he put together this past weekend, his recruitment could jump.
Tristen Newton, 2019 PG – EP Burges
Equipped with good positional size, length and athleticism, the talented 2019 guard prospect jumped out to the TBB staff after EP Burges win vs College Park and Kansas bound number one prospect Grimes. Newton produced 32 points as he handled pressure, attack with either hand and used his length to finish in traffic. Newton all tournament was a standout and was one of the best players regardless of class at the Cy Creek Classic.
Recruitment
Jackson State is the lone offer on the table for Tristen as a USC assistant was in attendance for his game against College Park and spoke to his father after the game. He has also received interest from New Mexico State and UTEP.
Donovan Williams, 2019 Wing – FB Elkins
“Stretch” as his teammates like to call him, and it’s very obvious why as the wing for FB Elkins is equipped with arms that allow him to conveniently scratch his knees and when he elevates to shoot or finish in the paint, he utilizes his length very well. Although his team suffered defeat in the hands of a extremely talented Denton Guyer squad, Williams produced a solid performance showing the ability to score off the bounce and excel in the open court.
Recruitment
Williams offers include Sam Houston State (offered first) and followed by SMU and Houston. Sam Houston State has been in pursuit the hardest for Donovan as Williams has been contact with Assistant Coach Chris Mudge daily. Williams has also been in contact with the coaches at SMU and Houston on a weekly basis. Williams was on a unofficial at Uof H last weekend and plans on taking a visit to SMU in the next week or two he told TBB. Richmond, San Diego, Texas A&M, Tulsa have also shown interest and been in contact with the talented wing and Williams has had multiple conversations with Associate Head Coach Jeff Capel from Duke since the summer.