Pearson of Porter-Gaud and Brown of North Charleston lead basketball teams from across the country – Charleston Post Courier

Selecting the best of the best basketball players in the Lowcountry has not been an easy task this year. Several players have created seasons worthy of consideration in the ranks of boys and girls.

In the end, the two players who stood out led their respective teams to the state playoff semi-finals, “led” being the keyword. These players – North Charleston boys ‘goalie Darjawuan “Doggie” Brown and Porter-Gaud girls’ goalkeeper Elise Pearson – did so and were named Basketball Player of the Year by The Post and Courier’s All-Lowcountry.

Brown and Pearson were the undisputed leaders of their respective teams, not only this season but for several campaigns during their careers.

Pearson has guided Porter-Gaud to the bottom four in the AAA SCISA class in each of the past two years. She finished her career with more than 1,200 points, although she is only limited to nine games in second year due to an ankle injury.

This season was by far the best in all statistical categories. The 5-9 guard has averaged 20.7 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.9 steals per game in their last year.

“She has put us on the back for the past two years,” said Porter-Gaud coach Kevin Ziman.

Pearson, while clearly the star of the show, was quick to point out the importance of his teammates this season.

“Their selflessness allowed me to have a great senior year and I will always remember it,” she said. “We have daughters who are stars in other sports, such as football and athletics. They didn’t have to play basketball but they made a lot of sacrifices to be there. The trip with my teammates was great this year. I have the impression that we have gone as far as possible. “

Pearson is expected to sign with College of Charleston this month, depending on the severity and duration of the Lowcountry coronavirus outbreak. She spends her free time at school training and staying in shape. She looks forward to the next level of play.

“I am so excited about the whole university experience, from basketball to academics to encouragement for other sports,” said Pearson. “I hope things get better and that we can start on time. I can’t wait to take the next step. “

Brown, who has been part of the reconstruction process in North Charleston for the past four years, is leaving the program as one of the greatest of all time. He guided the Cougars to the AAA Lower State class final this season, averaging 22.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, 4.0 interceptions and 3.9 assists.

Brown leaves with lots of good memories but also with some regrets.

“We thought we had a team good enough to win a state championship this year, so it’s a bit disappointing,” said Brown, who ended his career with more than 1,800 points.

“We had a great year. Every two years, we were eliminated in the second round, so we certainly had a good year. We have accomplished a lot together. “

Brown is currently awaiting his ACT scores before making a decision regarding the university. It has received considerable interest from schools such as the Appalachian State, Mercer, South Carolina and Gardner-Webb. He understands that the next level of play will require even more concentration.

“I will miss North Charleston and my teammates, but I can’t wait to take it to the next level,” he said. “In addition to winning a state championship, I did everything I could in high school. I want to continue growing as a player and the college will help me do that.

The Boys of the Year Coach is Bryan Grevey of Bishop England. Haley Weed of North Charleston and Tim Baldwin of Goose Creek are the Girls’ Coaches of the Year.

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BOYS

First team

G Darjawuan Brown, 6-0, father, North Charleston

F Mason Grant, 6-3, Jr., Porter-Gaud

G Patrick Antonelli, 5-10 years old, father, bishop of England

F Deshawn Murray, 6-3, father, North Charleston

G Bailey Wiseman, 6-2, Jr., James Island

G Tristan Freeling, 6-4 years old, father, Oceanside Collegiate

G Wendell Seabrook, 6-1, Sr., Charleston Charter

F Ahmad Brown, 6-5 years old, father, Ashley Ridge

Second team

G Cohen Gaskins, 6-2, father, Pinewood Prep

F Malakhi Stremlow, 6-5 years old, father, Cane Bay

F Aidan McCool, 6-4, father, bishop England

G Colin McKenzie, 6-5 years old, So., First Baptist

G Alex Sherrill, 6-3, father, Colleton County

G Marc Haight, 6-2, father, Philip Simmons

G Sam Laydon, 6-0, father, Wando

G Demetri Simmons, 6-0, So., Goose Creek

Honorable mention

Elijah Ortiz, Christian faith; Rashad Brown, Ashley Ridge; Jerald Howard, Fort Dorchester; Nick Freitag, Summerville; Kaiden Mines, West Ashley; Jahleel Porter, West Ashley; Jaden Scott, James Island; Mikey Blandin, first Baptist; Adonis Cole, first Baptist; Daniel Brooks, bishop of England; Nai’Ryan Bookert, St. John’s Christian; Stephan Gadson, Colleton County; Tariq Shabazz, Pinewood Prep; Trevon Spillers, military magnet; Joel Burgess, cathedral; Kendall Chakeris, Palmetto Christian; Sam Crowley, Oceanside Collegiate; Kevin Stokes, dropout; Jaylen Green, Philip Simmons; Framon Frazier, Berkeley; Khyree Thompson, Burke; Justin Alexander, Goose Creek; Tyrese Williams, Wando; Jontae Adams, Stratford; Chai Kirshstein, Porter-Gaud; Jett Kirshstein, Porter-Gaud.

Player of the year – Darjawuan Brown, sister North Charleston

Coach of the year – Bryan Grevey, Bishop of England

GIRLS

First team

G Elise Pearson, 5-8, sister Porter-Gaud

F Augusta Dixon, 6-0, sister, James Island

G Aniyah Oliver, 5-3, father, Goose Creek

F Amanda Blake, 6-0, sister, Ashley Ridge

G / F Aujea Bowman, 5-8, Jr., Fort Dorchester

G Ca’Vashia Johnson, 5-6, father, North Charleston

C Ke’Airra Gregory, 6-1, Jr., Northwood Academy

G Lexi Grant, 5-9, So., First Baptist

Second team

G Jahia Williams, 5-7, Jr., Bishop England

G Kolia Adams, 5-7, father, Goose Creek

G Rykia Jakes, 5-4, Fr., military magnet

F Tranell Mitchell-Smalls, 5-11 years, Jr., North Charleston

C Elizabeth Eads, 5-0, sister, Wando

G Kimani Green, 5-6, Sr .. Woodland

G Nadia President, 5-6, Jr., Cross

G Alayah Birch, 5-7, 8th grade, Northwood Academy

Honorable mention

Amiyah Ferguson, Northwood Academy; Diamond Thompson, Ashley Ridge; Kristen Jenkins, West Ashley; Carya Manick, Summerville; Lexi Shepard, Summerville; Emma Albano, bishop of England; Lily Woods, bishop of England; Kaelin Davis, military magnet; Dylan Silber, Wando; Katelyn Howard, Palmetto Christian; Kennedy Rivers, Philip Simmons; Kylee Kellerman, Philip Simmons; Janae Whaley, dropout; Tiana Spann, first Baptist; Emmy Keogh, Porter-Gaud; Kennedy Rhue, Oceanside Collegiate; Qwanajah Johnson, Burke; Ashleigh Goings, Fort Dorchester; Jyahni Smith, Berkeley; Peighton Jambor, Berkeley; Aliana Gilmore, Cane Bay; Janise Shaw, Goose Creek; Alaina Nettles, Cane Bay; Nabrayja Washington, James Island; Bernadica Brown, St. John’s; Taia Gattis, Cross.

Player of the year – Elise Pearson, senior, Porter-Gaud

Coaches of the year – Haley Weed, North Charleston; Tim Baldwin, Goose Creek