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Maryland 3D congratulates Drew Edwards on his commitment to Providence College today .

Combo guard who is a good shooter according to first reports.

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/08/28/combo-guard-becomes-providences-third-2015-commitment/

Will this take Providence out of the running for PG Justin Robinson?

R to the OB wrote:Will this take Providence out of the running for PG Justin Robinson?

Not really. Apparently PC is still hot after Justin Robinson and Davon Dillard. At least that is the word post Edwards verbal.

FriarFan77 wrote:Maryland 3D ‏@Maryland3D_BC 59m
Maryland 3D congratulates Drew Edwards on his commitment to Providence College today .

Combo guard who is a good shooter according to first reports.

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/08/28/combo-guard-becomes-providences-third-2015-commitment/

I'm not familiar with Edwards but can't sleep on Cooley's eye for unknown talent: Kris Dunn, Reggie Bullock, Kyron Cartwright & 2017 commit Javon Taylor.

TheHall wrote:

FriarFan77 wrote:Maryland 3D ‏@Maryland3D_BC 59m
Maryland 3D congratulates Drew Edwards on his commitment to Providence College today .

Combo guard who is a good shooter according to first reports.

http://collegebasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/08/28/combo-guard-becomes-providences-third-2015-commitment/

I'm not familiar with Edwards but can't sleep on Cooley's eye for unknown talent: Kris Dunn, Reggie Bullock, Kyron Cartwright & 2017 commit Javon Taylor.

http://rtbsports.com/2013/10/02/drew-edwards-primed-for-national-attention/

This is a good article from last year:

Rarely does a high school basketball player in today’s game reject an opportunity for maximum exposure and attention. In Edwards’ case, however, it was the opposite. And according to Maryland 3-D representative and coach Dave Thurston, Edwards’ decision was a reflection of what his parents have raised him to be.

He chose loyalty over attention and his grounded approach is beginning to pay off.

Clemson, Dayton, and Virginia Tech have all offered, and Kansas State is on the verge. Arizona head coach Sean Miller is keeping tabs on Edwards, and a North Carolina assistant watched him workout earlier in the month of September.

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His attraction as a player, however, is showcased most in a team setting, and the centerpiece of his game lies in his IQ and instincts.

Edwards simply knows how to play and it shows on both ends. As a point guard, he dictates pace, finds teammates, and makes good decisions as both a scorer and facilitator. As a wing-guard, he’ll make a lot of shots, and do so efficiently.

His versatility is rare, and his style, unique. Edwards game is simply unforced, and he has the ability to play in an up-tempo game, while maintaining a controlled feel. He’s the effective-type that doesn’t need to make highlight plays in order to be noticed.

FriarFan77 wrote:http://rtbsports.com/2013/10/02/drew-edwards-primed-for-national-attention/

This is a good article from last year:

Rarely does a high school basketball player in today’s game reject an opportunity for maximum exposure and attention. In Edwards’ case, however, it was the opposite. And according to Maryland 3-D representative and coach Dave Thurston, Edwards’ decision was a reflection of what his parents have raised him to be.

He chose loyalty over attention and his grounded approach is beginning to pay off.

Clemson, Dayton, and Virginia Tech have all offered, and Kansas State is on the verge. Arizona head coach Sean Miller is keeping tabs on Edwards, and a North Carolina assistant watched him workout earlier in the month of September.

...

His attraction as a player, however, is showcased most in a team setting, and the centerpiece of his game lies in his IQ and instincts.

Edwards simply knows how to play and it shows on both ends. As a point guard, he dictates pace, finds teammates, and makes good decisions as both a scorer and facilitator. As a wing-guard, he’ll make a lot of shots, and do so efficiently.

His versatility is rare, and his style, unique. Edwards game is simply unforced, and he has the ability to play in an up-tempo game, while maintaining a controlled feel. He’s the effective-type that doesn’t need to make highlight plays in order to be noticed.

Good link. I found this quote insightful about his lack of exposure:

While the Maryland 3-D Basketball Club is a very well-respected organization and is gaining traction in the area, it remains a non-sponsored program at this time, and doesn’t provide the same amount of ‘fame’ that some of the other higher-profile travel programs offer. Rarely does a high school basketball player in today’s game reject an opportunity for maximum exposure and attention. In Edwards’ case, however, it was the opposite. And according to Maryland 3-D representative and coach Dave Thurston, Edwards’ decision was a reflection of what his parents have raised him to be. He chose loyalty over attention and his grounded approach is beginning to pay off.

First consider that Edwards’ twin sister is being recruited at the high-major level, and his older brother was a lock NCAA Division I recruit before being told he couldn’t play basketball anymore. His dad is 6-foot-6, and his mom stands 5-foot-8.

If a baller isn't playing for a Nike, Reebok, Under Armor or Adidas sponsored team they don't get the benefit of the doubt in the rankings period. That's why offers & interest usually trump rankings IMO.