During a year in which he broke out and registered his presence as a certifiable two-way threat, Salesianum's Ethan Hinds garnered third team All-State honors while culminating his career with a commendable senior season.

A well-built guard with stout on ball tactics and the ability to guard multiple positions, Hinds was the spirit of Salesianum's clamp down operation.

Bouncy and an ability to get above the rim with ease on transition leak outs, Hinds converted turnovers into fast break buckets as good as anyone in the state.

Serving as a supplementary scorer alongside seasoned and all-around scoring guard Rasheen Caulk, Hinds proved he could take game changing matters into his own hands this past season.

This much was evident against Tatnall, when Hinds scored a game best 24 points to power the Sals to a 61-47 victory and a berth in the DIAA semifinals for the first time during his four years at the program.

Whether it was a traditional 3-point play, a dunk, or a catch and shoot jumper, Hinds provided several timely shots throughout the quarterfinal win.

Hinds was a key piece in a triumvirate that also includes Caulk and 6-foot-6 2022 forward Justin Molen.

Hinds embraced a newfound role as a scorer this season, appearing bouncier and fluid in the open court.

He expanded his one-on-one game, incorporating a mid-range pull up and a nifty step back to his arsenal.

Given how much his game blossomed in just a short period of time, the Sals defensive catalyst has the look of a "late bloomer" at the ensuing level of play.

You can't pigeonhole him as a defender or an athlete, as he's improved in all facets of his game the last 12 months.