What We Learned About Oakland Mills And Notes From The County Battle

Howard and Anne Arundel counties matched up in 12 games which were all played in Anne Arundel county gyms last night. The annual battle alternates home gyms as Howard county schools hosted last season. There were several intriguing match ups on the schedule, but I decided to check out Oakland Mills at Severna Park due to the buzz around the Oakland Mills program this season. &nbsp; I have to admit I came away impressed by the Scorpions as they posted a rather impressive 58-38 win over a solid Severna Park team. The Scorpions were led by junior point guard <strong>Jazmine</strong> <strong>Washington</strong> who scored 18 points and played stellar defense. She also shot the ball particularly well from beyond the arc. Severna Park never really threatened the Scorpions, who controlled the game most of the way. Oakland Mills is fresh off a final four run in the 2A division last season,  and this was their fourth victory in a week. Coach Walt Hagins has added his daughter Domonique Hagins to the staff and it seems to be paying early dividends. The former South River standout point guard has been a great mentor so far, especially for the team's guards. This team looks potentially better than last year's squad,  and could make another serious run behind some strong senior contributors who can play at the next level. My only concern with this team is that they are only suiting up 8 players. Here is a look at their senior contributors... &nbsp; <strong>Kiyah King</strong> Kiyah transferred in from Wilde Lake for her senior season and she is providing some toughness and scoring. She is a solidly built guard at 5'9" that provides floor spacing with her shot and she is a willing rebounder. She is currently unsigned. &nbsp; &nbsp; <strong>Aislynn Riggs</strong> Aislynn is a shot blocking machine. She posted 9 blocks last night and I have seen her post these type of numbers before. She has outstanding timing and instincts and often tips just enough of the ball to keep it in play for herself or a teammate. She also has a tendency to emphatically block some shots out into the parking lot. I guess it depends on her mood. She has also added other elements to her game as she is shooting 3 pointers and taking defenders off the dribble, nice skills to have in the bag for a six footer. She ended up with 11 points and 12 rebounds to go with those 9 blocks. She is still weighing her college options. &nbsp; &nbsp; <strong>Kobie Scott- Pearson</strong> Kobie transferred in from Western for her senior year and I like the fit. She's a smooth lefty with good length for a wing at 5'11". She runs the floor and finishes well in the paint. She is also a perimeter threat and a good defender. This is a nice addition for the Scorpions and she should benefit from the heavy minutes. She is still unsigned. &nbsp; <strong>Marley Grenway </strong> Marley is a 5'10" two guard that can run some point if needed. She is one of the best long ball shooters in the area and has signed with Coppin State. She scored 11 points last night which put her into the 1,000 career points club. With the personal achievement behind her she is eager get make another run at a 2A state championship. &nbsp; The other 22 teams in the cross county match ups battled it out with some interesting results. Howard county emerged victorious, winning 7 of the 12 games. Full scores are below. &nbsp; Old Mill 68, Long Reach 52 Arundel 60, Glenelg 38 Chesapeake 58, Atholton 48 Annapolis 33, Wilde Lake 31 South River 49, Reservoir 43 Howard 60, Meade 45 Centennial 50, Broadneck 32 Mt. Hebron 57, North County 35 Marriots Ridge 58, Glen Burnie 30 Hammond 84, North East 42 River Hill 54, Southern 26 Oakland Mills 58, Severna Park 38 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;