Watch out for South Haven with postseason approaching

The South Haven Rams are making some noise at the right time, defeating both Berrien Springs and a pesky Coloma squad on the road this week.

Currently sitting 12-2, South Haven is in a great position to win their conference this season. The Rams feature a lineup filled with next-level talent, and they are all starting to realize their full potential.

South Haven competes in a tough district this year with teams like Paw Paw, Plainwell, Parchment and Otsego all capable of winning big games, but South Haven has the versatility to beat just about anyone.

Here’s a closer look at some of South Haven’s key players:

Mathias Bray, 6-5, Sr.

Bray is a force in the paint. He uses his height and strong frame to bully defenders in the paint. He’s great at clearing space and getting good looks. He’s also a very good free-throw shooter which allows him to stay on the court late in games. Bray picked up a few NAIA offers over the summer, so coaches should take a look at him down the stretch. He would fit in nicely at a school like Hope or Aquinas with plenty of upside.

Noah Weaver, 6-1, Jr.

Weaver has a smooth game as a lead guard or playing off the ball. He’s a tremendous ball-handler who really sees the court well. He can score off the dribble or hit from long range. If he can quicken his release just a bit on his shot he could become a star. Weaver has D2 college upside, and he should safely be on every D3 college’s radar at this point.

Mason Parks, 6-1, Sr.

Parks has raised his game to another level recently. He’s been aggressive getting to the basket, knows how to finish through traffic and he has a gliding first step that almost always beats the first defender. Parks is a next-level point guard, but because his major breakout has come relatively late, he could be a candidate to reclassify and spend a year at a prep school. Colleges would be very wise to watch closely.

Isaac Chalupa, 6-4. Jr.

Chalupa is one of the most important pieces to the team. He’s a tremendous rebounder and defender who can also score around the basket. He consistently grabs offensive rebounds, providing second-chance opportunities. He’s a jump shot away from having every college from JUCO to D3 in the area after his signature.

Grayson Knox, 6-3, Jr.

Knox is a super sleeper who inexplicably doesn’t always get consistent playing time. He might be one of the top-3 outside shooters in SW Michigan. His 3-point form is near perfect and he can get hot in a hurry. He has a quick release on his jump shot and doesn’t need much space to bury a triple. His game definitely translates to the next level.