"You can't teach height" is a classic basketball axiom. The phrase conveys how taller players are in very high demand in the sport. This is indeed the case for 2014 prospect Johnathan Galloway who stands 6-foot-9 and 200 pounds.
Galloway averaged eight points, eight rebounds, and six blocks as his Liberty Lions went 21-7. The power forward prospect runs the floor well and is advanced skill wise for his grade. Galloway likens his game to former Georgia Tech Yellowjacket Chris Bosh.
Galloway has a solid mid range game, has post moves including a serviceable hook shot, and is comfortable playing with his back to the basket. His height allows him to block shots, play solid post defense, and help with weak side defense.
During this summer, Galloway plays for his Oakland Soldiers 16 club. He is working on getting bigger and is training to be more explosive.
Oakland Soldiers Head Coach Nick Enzweiler says, "Johnathan is very long so he can rebound the ball very well at times. In addition, his length makes him a great shot blocker. He also has a very nice 15 foot shot. He is working on become a more efficient scorer with his back to the basket but it is a work in progress. Johnathan has a strong drive and he wants to get better and is willing to put in the time to improve his game. Johnathan has a lot of potential and he is working with private coaches and personal trainers in order to reach his goal of becoming a great player."
The recruiting process is early for Galloway but he is open in terms of the geography. He wants to play for a program that has a running mentality.
"Johnathan is probably one of the top college prospects on the Soldiers 16U team because of his height and his extraordinary length," says Enzweiler. "One thing you cannot teach is height. If Johnathan becomes 6-foot-11 or 7-foot, then he is going to be in high demand. In order for him to succeed at the next level, he will need to increase his upper body strength and become a more physical player in the paint."
Galloway has a 3.7 GPA currently. He wants to be a leader for his Liberty team that lost a fair number of varsity members. He plans to set a high standard for his teammates and plans to be vocal with them.
"Academically Johnathan is an outstanding student, says Enzweiler. "I believe he has a 3.7 GPA right now and is determined to get that GPA up to 4.0. To my knowledge, Johnathan does not play any other sports, although he would probably be a great volleyball player because of his height. Johnathan puts all of his focus on basketball and school."
Galloway should be one of the next 2014 post prospects in Northern California to get some recruiting buzz after the summer season. Then watch for this Lion go up and away in Brentwood, Calif.
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