Myles O'Neal,
@Headtapemmyles
IG: @Headtapemmyles
6’6, 190lbs , c/o 26
SouthWest Atlanta Christian Academy, GA
Myles is a versatile two-way stud thriving on both ends of the floor. With his size Myles causes all sorts of problems on the boards, post play offensively and his calling card is his defense. But Myles can slide out to the perimeter and knock down the long-range bomb. Myles can deliver some sweet dimes. Myles runs the floor well and is a loud, vocal leader whose high motor and production validate him as such.
Outside of basketball, Myles enjoys cooking, gardening, and kayaking.
Playing AAU for the Westside Elite, Myles averaged 16 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Myles' game is characterized by his strengths in being loud, encouraging his teammates, staying on defense, and being ready for the task; this season, Myles is focusing on improving his court vision, being comfortable, and staying mentally prepared for anything. Myles's biggest improvement from last season is his rebounding, mid-range, and passing.
This season, Myles' goal is to gain his first offer while helping his team and school to a championship. Myles is looking forward to overcoming the challenge of just keeping that on-go mentality because he sees himself some days not on the go and just lazy so if he works on that, he will be a problem this season in a good way. Some of Myles' proudest basketball accomplishments include getting awarded a trophy from the mayor and just seeing how much he progressed over the time. The game Myles is most excited about this season is against Kipp Atlanta Collegiate because he went to that school, and the coach never believed in him, so showing him he messed up by letting him go will be an amazingly good feeling.
Myles believes his team has the potential to make a deep tournament run, and he thinks it will take everyone to stay focused, know what they're doing, play strong, and be there for each other even when they mess up. On the court, I
Myles is most motivated by seeing his mom and also just knowing he is going to go crazy in the game ahead.
When facing adversity, Myles handles it by thinking of the bigger picture and what he is trying to get to at the end of this.
The best piece of advice Myles has ever received is, “Don't worry about what they say because a hater is just going to hate.”
As Myles works toward his next-level goals, he feels he is suited for D2 most. Myles feels everyone is not perfect, and there's always room for improvement at the end of the day, so he is grateful for the advice and perseverance.
I assess that Myles' talent is spot on for his goal with his skill set, but he can push his stock up even higher with potential room to keep growing as a player. Myles has the size and motor to excel on the next level with excellent intangibles coaches love from a kid his size. He's looking for a big season from Myles that makes him another stock riser pursuing that first offer. As Myles pushes himself and this team, I'm excited to see how high he flies. Stay tuned. . .
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