As we alluded to in a previous entry, this year's Simeon team features a different look in comparison with past years. While the talent is certainly still there, this team is younger and more inexperienced than past ones. However, one thing that is indisputable is that Simeon's leader is clearly 6'3 guard Brandon Spearman, who was Simeon's steadiest player in their semifinal win over Joliet. In addition to his outstanding athleticism and defensive ability, Spearman has greatly improved his shooting range to the point where he can now consistently knock down shots from beyond the 3-point arc with accuracy, including a pair against Joliet. Combine all of this with the fact that he gives it everything that he has every second that he is on the floor, and as we have said all along, Spearman is an absolute perfect fit for the Atlantic Ten conference.
