We caught incoming freshman Ashton Callan in action at Albion College this weekend, playing summer ball for Hanover Horton’s Varsity squad. Callan is a solid 3 point shooter off the bounce or catch and shoot. At just 14 years old Callan utilizes his high ball screens like an upperclassman, creating and knocking down quality off the dribble 3’s. Inside the arc, Callan is a crafty finisher at the rim, drawing contact and getting to the line, where he shoots well. He handles the ball under pressure, keeping a controlled pace all 94 feet. He passes well and is willing to facilitate the ball, creating high percentage advancements up the court. Callan is a solid defender who positions himself well, creating congestion for the offense and placing himself in solid rebounding position.
Headed into his freshman season, we expect to see Callan playing some solid minutes on varsity. He will need to play more physically and improve his communication on both ends of the court. Callan will need to improve his offensive IQ as he will quickly become a target and focus for the opposing team. All in all, Callan displays great leadership potential and will be an exciting young player the area will enjoy watching for years to come.
