By Michael West, Contributing Writer
Mater Dei Catholic isn’t the San Diego Section powerhouse this year, that it usually is. That hasn’t stopped its senior leader, Davaughn Hueiitt from leaving his footprint in the annals of San Diego High School standouts. The Senior transfer, from Stoney Point High School in Texas, was expected to draw national attention, and he has lived up to the billing.
The Six Foot Nine prodigy returned to San Diego last summer amid plenty of buzz, having been a part of the heralded sixteen high school stars to grace the court in the 17U camps that elite West Coast basketball last Spring. Known for his smooth ball handling skills, and accurate shooting skills, Hueiitt was also a standout as a Freshman at San Diego High in 2021-2022.
Leading the Crusaders as a fluid player both inside and outside the “paint”, Hueiitt is deceptively skilled at penetrating when it appears he has no avenue to reach the basket. His ability to handle the physical nature of playing near the basket also masks his ability to shoot effectively from a range you wouldn’t expect from a 6’9” Forward.
Often listed as a Shooting Guard due to his accuracy, Hueiitt is more akin to a silky Shooting Forward. He masterfully separates from his defender often, using the space to square up more accurately. That simple move explains why he averaged 19 points per game over the Crusaders’ first 14 games. That’s not his only forte, however.
Averaging 7.3 rebounds a game, Hueitt has been a force on the defensive side of the court. He also averages nearly 2 blocks per game as well. Many a time, Hueiitt has hustled back on defense to defended shots that left unsuspecting shooters in complete disbelief. Hueiitt’s contributions on the court has been less noteworthy due to a slew of transfers leaving the Crusaders last year.
With the lack of firepower on offense, the Crusaders have been handcuffed because opponents double team Hueiit frequently. Notably, the Crusaders lost much of their prowess on defense as well. Thus the 7-13 perennial power (0-2 in league play) doesn’t pack the power they usually display in San Diego’s Section Division 1 play.
This hasn’t dulled Heuiitt’s performance, however. He recently was named to the McDonald’s All-American list of High School players that will be featured this Spring on National Television. As the sole statistical leader in all categories at the stalworth High School, his efforts have definitely been noticed. Hueiit is expected to play for a Division 1 college next season.
Check out some of his highlights from Field Level:
https://www.fieldlevel.com/app/profile/davaughn.hueitt/basketballmen/videos/2593515?m=1
