2026 6’7 Aidan Rousseau (Cary Academy): The 6’7 prospect really grabbed our attention with his play throughout the event, as it is clear that he is taking the next steps as a prospect and D1 schools should be putting him on their radar. Rousseau really flourished in showing his feel and touch around the basket, displaying footwork and understanding of how to operate and score in the paint. But his confidence level in being able to pop out and be a threat from outside was impressive, showing he can be a tough matchup for opponents.
2026 6’3 Ian Bailey (Asheville Christian): Bailey already holds D1 offers but I still think he should garner more attention from schools around the area. Bailey has not only gotten a bit bigger but noticeably stronger as a prospect as well, being able to handle more at the next level. Bailey continues to flourish with his feel, his playmaking, and his vision, scoring in a variety of ways inside and out but also finding teammates as well. He plays with such a high IQ for the game and continues to be a leader on the court.
2027 6’2 Lincoln Vinson (Davidson Day): I think this is just the start for this young man and he is going to have not only a strong high school season but blossom more into a target for D1 schools. You get a lot with this young man and he is only going to make Davidson Day even stronger this year. He is tough as nails, being such a competitor on both sides, attacks and creates offensively for himself, plays with a physical feel overall, and shows that he is a highly skilled guard who has an understanding of the game.
2026 5’10 Q Williams (Forsyth Country Day): Forsyth Country Day had a loaded roster last year but lost some tremendous talent. But that doesn’t mean they won’t be taking too much of a step back, as the opportunity for 2026 Q Williams is there and he is taking the bull by the horns. Williams is a tough, scrappy, creative guard who gets into the paint and finishes, knows how to score over defenders, leads by example, and is a strong creator with his handles in getting where he wants. Williams has clearly elevated his game and is taking on the mindset of leading this team, and it showed at the event.