The 12-member squad of the Pan Am Games was selected a few days ago. The team left Philadelphia to train for a few days in Washington, D.C, before leaving for Brazil – where the competition will take place from July 25-29.

Here’s one observer’s take on the Pan Am Games team that has been working out on Philly for the past week or so:

Most Impressive: Roy Hibbert, Georgetown – ``The fact that he consistently competes and how hard he plays all the time. There’s been six or seven days of double-sessions and for him to continue to play at such a high level – when other guys get tired – has been extremely impressive.”

Biggest Surprise: Eric Maynor, VCU - ``He’s a mid-major guy whose been able to more than hold his own. He can run a team, create his shot off the dribble. You always fear when someone steps up a level, but he’s clearly able to play at a high level.”

Shan Foster, Vanderbilt - ``He’s got a great attitude and is always making plays. He’s involved in a lot of plays and plays with a lot of energy.”

Drew Neitzel, Michigan State - ``What has impressed me is his toughness, feistiness and confidence.”

Kyle Weaver, Washington State - ``He does a lot of little things and is always involved on the defensive end and is making things happen.”

Derrick Low, Washington State - ``He’s a solid, tough point guard who can knock down shots and he plays with a lot of confidence.”

Maarty Leunen, Oregon - ``He’s very steady and does a nice job offensively of playing within himself. He gets things done and comes up with timely baskets.”

Wayne Ellington, North Carolina - ``He’s really been knocking down shots. I knew he could shoot it, but when you leave him open, it’s a wrap. It’s going in. His defense has been improving.”

Scottie Reynolds, Villanova - ``He’s consistently knocking down shots and brings great energy. He’s also familiar with Coach (Jay) Wright’s system, which helps.”

D.J. White, Indiana - ``He’s done a real good job scoring in the post. He’s crafty and does a nice job reading the defense. He knows where the double-team is coming from and is patient. He doesn’t go too fast.”

Joey Dorsey, Memphis - ``He’s an animal. He plays with great energy and attacks the rim.”

James Gist, Maryland - ``He’s a good inside-out guy. He can knock down mid-range shots and he gives the team good length. He’s someone who is so long and he can create problems for a perimeter four-man and also in the post.”