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Doing Well
Above Luc Brittan. Right: Hassan Dairra. Courtesy photos.
PUTNAM — With the AAU circuit in full swing this summer, two of Putnam Science Academy Mustangs have stood out recently for their play on the hardwood.
Post-grad Hassan Diarra has been making headlines since March. Diarra and the PSA Cardinals finished their Peach Jam showcase with a 3-2 record in Pool A winning 2 of their last three games this past weekend. Diarra, in a game versus Houston Hoops, was having his way recording 24 points and grabbing 4 rebounds for the Cardinals. He has been well documented this summer for his play and the offers he’s been able to rack up during this summer’s AAU Circuit. He was forced to sit out last summer after an impressive senior season at Putnam Science because of a knee injury. Diarra currently sits third on the Cardinals in points (144), 3rd in minutes played (346) and 2nd in steals (15) all while shooting 42 percent from the field.
Diarra’s play this summer has stood out but it has at least been expected. The biggest surprise this summer has been PSA’s Luc Brittan and how he’s played for his AAU team, the CT Express. The CT Express played in HoopSeen’s Best of the South tournament this past week and Brittan stole the show playing out of his mind. In a three- game stretch, Brittan posted a double-double in Game 1 with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Brittan then added another double-double in Game 2 with 12 points and 13 rebounds adding 2 blocks and 2 assists. But Brittan saved his best for last in the final game of the tournament going bonkers for 24 points adding a ridiculous 28 rebounds with 6 assists and 5 blocks. Brittan has gone under the radar at Putnam Science Academy but this past week he opened up some eyes at the college level for programs looking for a hard-working kid and a grinder.
Josh Sanchas
Sports Information Director
Putnam Science Academy