Team 9
Coach: Charlendez Brooks
#50: 5’6 Andre Hagler (Oceanside Collegiate)
Starting things off, we look at a player who performed very well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Andre Hagler. He’s a smart, strong, unselfish guard prospect with great balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. Hagler displays nice vision and the necessary creation skills to generate shots for himself and others. He possesses a high motor, which he utilizes to frequently outwork his assignment as a defender and on the glass. Hagler also overwhelms opponents with his excellent quickness. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better ball-handler against pressure. Coach Brooks on Hagler: “Andrew is a shifty guard who can score but loves to get his teammates involved. He’s also a hard-nosed defender and capable three-point shooter.” Hagler enjoyed a quality showing at camp, and should be able to carve out a useful role sooner than later for Oceanside Collegiate.
#57: 5’8 Gavin Palmer (East Rutherford)
Next, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the top spot-up threat on this team, Gavin Palmer. He’s a wiry, high-motor guard prospect with a clear team-oriented approach on both ends of the floor. Palmer knows how to move properly without the ball to find open seams within the defense and capitalize as a cutter or spot-up option. He’s an excellent shooter from midrange and beyond the arc, but also shows a willingness to make the extra pass whenever necessary. Palmer provides quality effort as an all-around defender. Next in his development process is working on his penetration ability, as it would complement his perimeter shooting nicely. Coach Brooks on Palmer: “Gavin is a coach’s favorite player. He hustles, plays hard, and leaves it all on the floor. He is also a reliable there-point shooter who looks to get teammates open as well.” Palmer made a steady impact at camp, and will be one to watch progress at East Rutherford.
#58: 5’8 Kameron Smith (Greenville)
Moving onto a player who made a lasting impression with his overall toughness and defensive presence, Kameron Smith. He’s a smart, high-motor guard prospect with an unselfish mentality and a well-rounded skillset. Smith utilizes his quickness and craftiness to breakdown opponents, touch the paint at a high volume, and make the proper reads with the ball in his hands. He knows how to mirror his assignment defensively, and understands how to force turnovers with his physicality and sharp instincts. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher through traffic. Coach Brooks on Smith: “Kameron is a quick, strong, defensive-minded guard. He applies pressure and drops the efficiency of opposing offensive players. He is a great driver with the ability to pick apart any defense.” Smith proved to be an asset during his time at camp, and should be able to emerge as a contributor for Greenville over the coming months.
#66: 5’11 Isaiah Oree (Brookland Cayce)
Continuing onto a player who showcased the ability to naturally fill in the gaps on both ends of the floor, Isaiah Oree. He’s a long, wiry, high-motor guard prospect with great feel and an unselfish approach to the game. Oree is a useful creator and capable scorer from all levels, but is arguably at his best in transition. He’s a pesky defender with the necessary quickness to cause problems for opponents. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow him to become even more physical on both ends of the floor. Coach Brooks on Oree: “Isaiah has a strange knack for being able to create something out of nothing with the ball in his hands. He plays hard and naturally makes things happen on both ends of the floor. Does a great job of keeping the ball alive.” Oree found various ways to make his presence felt at camp, and should emerge as a useful piece during his upcoming season at Brookland Cayce.
#73: 6’1 Bryson Hardy (Blythewood)
Next, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the top defensive performer on display, Bryson Hardy. He’s a long, wiry, well-rounded guard prospect with quickness, toughness, and sharp instincts as an overall defender. Hardy possesses an impressive blend of anticipation and positioning, which allows him to eliminate space and consistently be in the right place to force turnovers. He’s able to effectively push the break in transition and make plays with the ball in his hands. Hardy is a useful penetrator and playmaker who can impact the game from either guard spot. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him an even more physical defender. Coach Brooks on Hardy: “Bryson is a scrappy player. He set the tone for us on defense and made hustle plays whenever available. Played hard, displayed a positive attitude, and accepted coaching well.” Hardy proved to be an asset at camp, securing the Mr. Defense award, and should be able to carve out a nice role for Blythewood going forward.
#74: 6’1 Jackson Wilson (Legion Collegiate)
Moving onto a player who stood out through his unselfish mentality and willingness to do the little things, Jackson Wilson. He’s a skilled, strong-bodied guard prospect with a high motor and useful array of skills. Wilson is a reliable shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, and knows how to pose a lethal spot-up threat without the ball. He consistently makes the extra pass and looks to get others involved whenever possible. Wilson plays the passing lanes well, moves properly without the ball, and understands how to make hustle plays. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a better defender at the point of attack. Coach Brooks on Wilson: “Jackson is a 3-and-D basketball player. He is big enough to be a bully on defense. Has has good range and gets teammates open.” Wilson did a variety of things well at camp, and should be able to carve out a useful role sooner than later for Legion Collegiate.
#127: 6’4 Jake Thomas (Oceanside Collegiate)
Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his motor and blue-collar mentality, Jake Thomas. He’s a big, strong-bodied forward/post prospect who is able to naturally affect the action on both ends of the floor. Thomas is a quality finisher and midrange shooter who can knock down the occasional three-pointer. His energy makes him a pest defensively and as a two-way rebounder. Thomas is also a useful passer who runs the floor hard in transition. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a better defender against perimeter players. Coach Brooks on Thomas: “Jake is a workhorse who can get it done on both ends of the floor. As an undersized big with good footwork, he can become a matchup problem for any team. He also has good touch from 15 feet and in.” Thomas enjoyed a terrific showing at camp, and should be able to emerge over the coming months for Oceanside Collegiate.
#134: 6’7 Treven Raymon (South Point)
Moving onto a player who easily stood out as one of the most talented campers in the gym, Treven Raymond. He’s a long, wiry, blossoming wing/forward prospect with an incredibly appealing blend of size, skill, and overall athleticism. Raymon is a walking mismatch, especially at this stage, and can effortlessly alter his approach based on matchup. He’s a reliable creator who can attack off the bounce or knock down jumpers along the perimeter. Raymon handles and passes the ball well, and can assume initiation/playmaking duties as needed. He displays IQ, unselfishness, and an all-around identity. Raymon can also defend multiple positions, control the glass, and block shots at a high volume. Next in his development process is simply working to add strength, as it’ll help prepare him for the physical toll of the upcoming season. Coach Brooks on Raymon: “Treven is a smooth wing with a good knack for getting to the basket. He has great length, which adds in his court vision and getting separation on shots. With time and body development, he could be a tremendous matchup problem for anyone.” Raymon enjoyed a dominant showing at camp, securing the co-MVP award, and should be poised for a highly productive freshman season at South Point.
#135: 6’4 AJ Jeter (Newberry)
Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses a nice crossroads between productivity and long-term upside, AJ Jeter. He’s a long, wiry, fluid forward/post prospect with a useful motor and great quickness for his size. Jeter is a capable midrange shooter and finisher, but also finds plenty of putback opportunities as a rebounder. He alters shots and makes his presence felt as an interior defender. Jeter knows how to run the floor effectively in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Brooks on Jeter: “AJ is a long, athletic big man with the potential to impact the game on both ends of the floor. He offered a positive attitude and accepted coaching well throughout the day.” Jeter enjoyed a solid showing during his time at camp, and will be a prospect to monitor over the foreseeable future.