Team 18
Coach: Stan Carpenter
#6: 5’8 ’28 Jahlil Jenkins (Westwood)
Starting off, we look at a player who displayed a quality understanding of how to dictate the action, Jahlil Jenkins. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with a crafty handle, useful vision, and the ability to touch the paint. Jenkins makes smart decisions and looks to set up others whenever possible. He finishes well for his size and makes his presence felt as a defender at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a three-point shooter, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Carpenter on Jenkins: “Jahlil is a very capable floor general. Once he inserts himself into the flow of the game, he can run any offense. He needs to work on his long-range shot and become a better rebounding guard. With continued work, he is going to develop into a very good player.” Jenkins enjoyed a quality showing at camp and will be a player to watch emerge for Westwood over the coming years.
#10: 5’9 ’28 Donovin Jones (Indian Land)
Next, we look at a player who already possesses a lot of intriguing qualities for his age, Donovin Jones. He’s a skilled, crafty guard prospect with creation instincts and the ability to score the ball in various ways. Jones is comfortable running the team or applying pressure as a scorer from all levels. He’s a useful playmaker with the ability to break down opponents off the dribble. Jones displays solid instincts defensively. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more imposing defender. Coach Carpenter on Jones: “Donovin is a consummate point guard. He can score on all three levels and can take command of an offense. He plays both sides of the ball and can rebound as well. Needs to work on back to basket moves when matched up with smaller guards. He is a very exciting player to watch and is going to be a very good high school player.” Jones highlighted a lot of ability throughout camp and will be a key piece at Indian Land over the foreseeable future.
#52: 5’11 ’28 Harrison Hiles (Wren)
Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his nonstop energy, Harrison Hiles. He’s a smart, unselfish guard prospect with a high motor and understanding of how to impact the game without needing a ton of touches. Hiles can make plays with the ball in his hands or create as needed, but also works well as a cutter and connecting piece. He’s an excellent defender whose blend of energy, toughness, and instincts allow him to make a consistent impact on that end of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better creator. Coach Carpenter on Hiles: “Harrison has a great motor on both ends of the floor. He is a very good defender who is not afraid to take a charge or sacrifice his body. He needs to develop more confidence in his shot and be willing to assert himself when open.” Hiles made a solid impact during camp and will be a prospect to monitor at Wren going forward.
#60: 6’0 ’28 Rob Beasley (Hibriten)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who really impressed with his overall scoring polish, Rob Beasley. He’s a smart, crafty guard prospect who displayed the ability to consistently create, score from all levels, and make his presence felt defensively. Beasley is a capable playmaker and understands how to make an impact as a spot-up threat. On the other end, he makes a strong impact as an all-around defender and forces turnovers at a quality rate—which regularly leads to scoring opportunities in transition. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would open him up to even more scoring opportunities. Coach Carpenter on Beasley: “Rob is a scorer’s scorer. He can finish on all three levels and is very consistent from beyond the arc. He plays both ends of the floor and communicates on defense. Once he commits to rebounding at his position and continues to physically develop, he is going to be a very good player.” Beasley proved to be an asset during camp and has the tools to be a difference-maker at Hibriten over the coming years.
#62: 6’0 ’28 Malik Brunson (Keenan)
Next, we look at a player who consistently found ways to impact the game, Malik Brunson. He’s a tough, physically imposing guard prospect with a high motor and unselfish approach to the game. Brunson possesses the ability to knock down jumpers off the catch and bounce and effectively attack the basket. He plays well through contact and understands how to make the extra pass. Brunson offers a reliable defensive presence, makes hustle plays, and rebounds well for his size/position. He also does a great job of making an impact in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Carpenter on Brunson: “Malik brings a lot of energy and leadership to the floor. He can hit the three-pointer as well as the pull up. He plays both sides of the floor and is willing to rebound. He’s going to be a very good player with continued development.” Brunson highlighted a lot of intrigue during camp and should be a key piece at Keenan going forward.
#71: 6’1 ’28 Jermier Nelson (Fort Mill)
Moving forward, we look at a player who clearly stood out as one of the top performers on display, Jermier Nelson. He’s a crafty, polished guard prospect with a quality blend of IQ, motor, and two-way instincts. Nelson applied consistent scoring pressure from all levels, created for himself and others, and found success with or without the ball in his hands. Nelson highlighted the ability to take over or operate within the flow of the action. He’s a willing cutter and quality spot-up threat. Nelson also battles well to contain his assignment and force turnovers as an on-ball defender. Next in his development process is working on his playmaking ability, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Carpenter on Nelson: “Jermier brings a lot of energy to the court. He shoots the ball very well and is not afraid to rebound. He needs to be a little more vocal but with continued development, he is going to be a very good player.” Nelson enjoyed a highly productive showing at camp and should be a difference-maker for Fort Mill over the coming years.
#81: 6’2 ’28 Carson Harris (Powdersville)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who operated well within the flow of the team structure, Carson Harris. He’s a steady, unselfish wing prospect who does a great job of filling in the gaps on both ends of the floor. Harris is a capable finisher and willing passer who moves well without the ball. He’s a solid defender and rebounder who provides consistent effort. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a three-point shooter, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Carpenter on Harris: “Carson has upside as a young player but needs to become more assertive on the court. He plays defense well and can rebound the ball. I liked his attitude and willingness to accept coaching. As he becomes more aggressive, he will develop into a good player.” Harris made a solid impact during camp and will be a prospect to watch closely going forward.
#82: 5’8 ’28 Kymonte Goodwin (Woodland)
Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his motor and toughness, Kymonte Goodwin. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect with excellent energy and a very unselfish approach to the game. Goodwin is a useful shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, with the ability to attack closeouts and finish around the basket. He handles the ball well and sets up others as needed. Goodwin also provides a strong defensive presence and regularly overwhelms opponents with his constant motor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Carpenter on Goodwin: “Kymonte has a very high motor and plays hard on both sides of the floor. He shoots the ball well and can score on all three levels. He is a team player and with continued development is going to be a very good player.” Goodwin did several things well during camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful piece for Woodland sooner than later.
#162: 6’6 ’28 Zyion Jones (Keenan)
Moving forward, we look at a player who already possesses a variety of intriguing qualities, Zyion Jones. He’s a long, athletic forward/post prospect with a great blend of fluidity and instincts on both ends of the floor. Jones is able to finish around the basket or space the floor at a solid rate. He does a terrific job of blocking and altering shots defensively and positions himself well to protect the rim. Jones also rebounds the ball well on either side of the ball. He understands how to run the floor properly 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 Carpenter on Jones: “Zyion has great bounce. He defends and protects the rim really well. He can score the three-pointer and can rebound at his position. With continued development, he is going to be a college prospect.” Jones highlighted a lot of appeal during camp and has the tools to be a notable prospect over the foreseeable future.
#168: 6’5 ’28 Makhi Tyler (Gray Collegiate)
Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses an enticing crossroads between production and long-term upside, Makhi Tyler. He’s a long, fluid forward/post prospect with great size and flashes of versatility on both ends of the floor. Tyler is a nice finisher around the basket and is capable of causing matchup problems with his ability to create off the bounce. He’s a useful defender who understands how to defend multiple positions, force turnovers, and overwhelm opponents with his physical tools. Tyler also has the tools to be a great rebounder. Next in his development process is working on adding polish with his back to the basket, as it would make him a more polished offensive threat. Coach Carpenter on Tyler: “Makhi has tremendous upside. His height and wingspan make him a tough matchup. He needs to work on his post moves and develop a desire to become a better rebounder. He handles the ball well and, with continued development, can be a very good player.” Tyler made a solid impact during his time at camp and will be a prospect to monitor going forward.