Getting a look at Harrison Barnes

Lincoln and Ames high schools had the special opportunity to play a basketball game at the Wells Fargo Arena. While Linda and I have enjoyed seeing the Railsplitters play at the Round House, seeing them play at the Well against standout Harrison Barnes was not to be missed. We arrived and, to my surprise, I was instructed to acquire my credentials in order to bring my camera. Fortunately, it was about as simple as giving my name but it was surprising to be asked.

We found our seats and watched as the visitors from Ames build their lead by scoring two for every one by Lincoln. Barnes really didn't do much to set himself apart from the rest of the team; he played within the team structure, doing what needed to be done to help his team. As the second half began, so did Harrison's point total. It seemed like a streak of five straight possessions, Ames brought the ball down, passed to Barnes, and he lofted a three point shot that slipped softly through the net. After that display, he took his seat on the bench for the remainder of the game. It's not hard to see why he's so highly sought by the big-time NCAA basketball programs.