The sequel exceeds the original: Jake Hall headlines the All-Sophomore team
Unlike the movie series from which Carlsbad sophomore Jake Hall derives his nickname, the "Problem Child" sequel on the court exceeded the original version.
In Year 2, Hall increased his statistical output in every major category, including averaging 26.4 points per game, five points higher than his record-setting freshman year.
Hall dazzled with his scoring exploits, including one of the most impressive individual performances in recent SD history, when he scored a career-high 50 points in a win against then-No. 2 ranked San Ysidro.
For this, Hall is a clear choice for the Full-Time Hoops Sophomore of the Year. Here is the rest of the All-Sophomore Team.
First Team
JJ Sanchez, 6-5 F, Montgomery
Sanchez propelled the Aztecs into the Open Division finals and led the team in scoring (18.6 pts) rebounds (5.2 rbs), Assists (4.9 apg) and steals.
Elijah Stephens, 6-5 F, Sage Creek
One of the toughest matchups in the section, Stephens exploded in Year two averaging 25.2 points and 10.2 rebounds per game, narrowly falling short of Avocado League Player of the Year honors.
Christopher Carrillo, 5-10 PG, La Jolla Country Day
Spearheaded the Torreys' run to a D1 title game and earned All Coastal League First Team honors while averaging 10 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game.
Alek Sanchez, 6-4 G, Montgomery
The steady floor general led sophomores in assists (4.9) while averaging 9.1 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.5 steals per game, earning All Mesa League First Team honors.
Angel Ochoa, 5-10 G, St. Joseph Academy
The region's leading scorer, regardless of grade, averaged an eye popping 33.7 points per game, and did it against good competition (averaged 32 ppg against D1 and D2 teams) en route to Pacific League Player of the Year honors.
Jayden Wade, 6-5 F, San Diego
The versatile positionless swingman averaged 19 points and 9 rebounds per game for the D1 semifinalists, narrowly missing out on the All Western League teams.
Devin Hamilton, 6-4 W, Montgomery
The All Mesa League second team selection scored 12.5 points per game and was one of the region's breakout stars.
Xair Mendez, 6-2 G, Montgomery
Another All Mesa League second-team selection for the Aztecs, Mendez was the team's second leading scorer at 12.7 points per game.
Jamal Kendrick, 6-2 G, Olympian
One of the region's most improved players regardless of class, Kendrick averaged a team-high 15.9 points per game.
Second Team
Maseyo Elliott, 6-3 G, Mater Dei Catholic
One of the more gifted defenders in the region, Elliott averaged 8.2 points, 2 rebounds and 2 assists per game for the Open Division qualifiers.
CJ Coleman, 6-4 W, Vista
Earned All North County Coastal Second team honors averaging 10 points for the Panthers, which finished second in the North County Coastal League.
Ayden Horn, 6-4 W, Rancho Buena Vista
Another All North County Coastal Second team selection who emerged as a key starter for the D3 semifinalists, averaging 8.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
Treyshawn Degrate, 5-10 G, San Diego
One of the area's best on-ball defenders, Degrate started every game for the D1 semifinalists Cavers.
Steven Glynn, 6-5 W, San Ysidro
As the season wound on, Glynn became a starter for the Open Semifinalists, averaging 7.8 points his final 8 contests.
Ely Elegado, 6-0 G, La Jolla Country Day
Sharpshooter averaged 6.7 points per game for the Torreys, including a 19-point effort in the D1 championship game against Mission Bay.
Jared Martin, 6-3 W, Central
A true three-sport star, Martin averaged 21.2 points per game and 6.9 rebounds per game to lead Central to the Imperial Valley League title.
Cody Shen, 6-2 G, Torrey Pines
A starter from Day 1 on the Open Division Falcons, Shen averaged 5.1 points, 2 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game, including nearly 7 assists pgame in his final 6 contests.
Jett Kenady, 6-1 G, Carlsbad
Carlsbad's top reserve averaged 7.7 points per game while narrowly missing the 50-40-90 club (53 percent FG, 39 percent 3FG, 97 percent FT)
Atreju De La Cruz, 6-1 G, Mission Bay
A starter for half of the season for the Bucs, De La Cruz averaged 6 points per game, and was a double figure scorer during the nonleague half of the calendar.
Aaron Owens, 6-3 F, Bonita Vista
The super 6th man averaged 10 points, 5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks for the Barons, cementing himself as one of the players to watch in the Mesa League.
Third Team
Gannon Pisapia, 6-4 F, Christian
Cody Myers, 6-4 F, Vista
Lathan Fry, 6-5 F, Granite Hills
Isaiah Marte, 6-0 G, San Diego
Elias Samady, 6-0 G, Sage Creek
Angel Escarcega, 5-11 G, Foothills Christian
Gavin Guinn, 6-2 G, Vista
Logan Ardent, 6-2 G, El Camino
Amon Andrews, 5-10 G, Cathedral Catholic
Dylan Griffin, 6-3 W, University City
Justice Ahiafor, 6-7 F, St. Joseph Academy
Tico Kirkpatrick, 5-10 G, Crawford
Tyshaun Harris, 6-1 G, Oceanside
Loxly Johnson, 6-1 G, Coronado
Honorable Mention
Owen Turner, 5-11 G, Bishop's
Ashaun Mitchell, 6-2 G, Vista
Mason Walsh, 6-0 G, Westview
Evan Woodland, 5-11 G, Rancho Bernardo
Ryan Jackson, 6-2 G, Madison
Jacob Tsai, 5-10 G, Bishop's
Patrick O'Brien, 6-3 W, Cathedral Catholic
Colton Kelley, 5-10 G, San Marcos
Blaine Raagas, 6-0 G, Mt Carmel
Jordyn Webster, 6-3 W, Eastlake
Sawyer Flint, 6-3 F, Scripps Ranch
Dominic Stevens, 6-3 F, Scripps Ranch
Mason Little, 6-5 F, Eastlake
Grant Stewart, 6-1 G, Point Loma
Omar Krenbeh, 6-5 F, Mar Vista
Karel Novy, 6-5 F, Torrey Pines
Max Mowrey, 6-2 G, Escondido Charter
Caleb Thach, 6-1 G, Steele Canyon
Tan Nguyen, 5-9 G, Oceanside
Matthew Horn, 6-4 F, Rancho Buena Vista
Connor Shea, 6-0 G, Mira Mesa
Jacques Godard, 6-1 G, Canyon Crest
Gabe Gustillo, 5-9 G, Foothills Christian
Jair Benjamin, 6-4 W, Lincoln
Nate Zebroski, 5-10 G, Canyon Hills
Kevon Fitzpatrick, 6-3 F, Mission Bay
Manny Cortez, 6-4 F, St. Augustine
