We’ve seen a lot of players come through our doors over the years, varying in appearance, skill level, and everything in between. We decided to put forth a “Getting to Know” series on some players who have attended events over the past few years but still remain on the lesser-known side of things. Each of these prospects embody being a student-athlete and getting it done in the classroom as well as on the basketball court, and today’s edition will take a closer look at Yaturi Bolton of Goose Creek and Low Country Bulldogs.
We’ve seen Bolton in every possible setting, including at SC Top 80, where we stated, “Continuing onto a player that has the two-way toughness and skillset necessary to mesh nicely with any group of teammates, Yaturi Bolton. He’s a long, athletic, high-motor wing prospect with the ability to attack the basket and finish above the rim quite regularly. Bolton is a great rebounder and exceptional defender with the ability to switch across multiple positions seamlessly. Next in his development process is working on his shooting consistency off the dribble, as it would make him an even more lethal offensive threat. Coach Simmons on Felton: “Coast-to-coast! Yaturi is a blur in the open court, has nice handles, and shifty moves to get to the rack. When he rebounds the ball, it’s like a layup on the other end. At his length, the way he handles the ball is a pleasure to see. He also showcased the three-pointer and some good court vision when the defense collapsed. Playing with this much talent around him, I think that Yaturi deferred at times but could be a go-to guy on any given night for sure. His upside is tremendous and his future is bright.” Bolton enjoyed an excellent showing at camp and will be a prospect for college coaches to monitor during the upcoming season, as he should emerge as a primary leader for Goose Creek.”
There’s no disputing the impact Bolton seems to have, regardless of setting, and he’s already showcased the tools to succeed at the next level. He’s a leader on both ends of the floor, especially defensively, and can overwhelm opposing wings with his combination of length, strength, toughness, and athleticism. Bolton can operate as an offensive focal point or secondary scorer, simply based on surrounding teammates. He possesses IQ and is capable of dominating the game in transition. It’s still early, but Bolton should have a ton of scholarship-level coaches vying for his services over the next calendar year.