Team 5
Coach: Gary Hall
#0: 4'11 '26 Jayden Griffin (Matthews)
Starting things off, we look at a player that contributed quite well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Jayden Griffin. He's a smart, fairly high-motor guard prospect with a reliable midrange jumper and a solid penetrating sense. Griffin also operates as an effective spot-up threat with the ability to attack closeouts when necessary. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Hall on Griffin: 'Jayden brought a consistently great attitude to our team during camp. He played hard, encouraged his teammates, made extra passes, and maintained a team-first approach. Jayden performed well, though he gave up size to a majority of his opponents. He also showed the ability to get in the lane and attack the basket with the ball in his hands.' Griffin enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be able to steadily progress over the coming years.
#1: 5'1 '27 Reese Cannon (Ladson)
Next, we look at a player that made his presence felt very consistently despite being the youngest camper on this team, Reese Cannon. He's a wiry, high-motor guard prospect with the ability to adapt to various different roles. Cannon is unselfish and doesn't necessarily require the ball to make an impact. Next in his development process is working to become a more consistent perimeter shooter, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Hall on Cannon: 'Reese showcased a positive attitude and pretty strong work ethic throughout camp. He proved to be a solid, unselfish teammate with a useful penetration sense and the ability to work with or without the ball on offense. Reese understands how to play his role within the team concept and doesn't force the action.' Cannon made a solid impact during his time at camp and could be a prospect to keep an eye on, especially if he continues to work.
#2: 5'4 '25 Makari Brinson (Raleigh)
Moving onto a player that really stood out as one of the most reliable performers on this team, Makari Brinson. He's a tough, quick guard prospect with a great penetration sense and the ability to finish strong or set up others with regularity. Brinson rebounds very well for his size/position and is capable of handling the ball very well, both in transition and the half-court. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find more scoring opportunities as an off-ball cutter. Coach Hall on Brinson: 'Makari is a strong, physical player that knows how to get downhill and finish strong around the basket. He penetrates well and converts nicely through contact, especially to be smaller than most opponents on the day. Makari offers a positive attitude and unselfish presence as a teammate. He also defended the ball with poise and toughness.' Brinson was very productive at camp and has the tools to develop into an enticing prospect over the coming years.
#3: 5'5 '25 Jon Mwanda (Wake Forest)
Continuing onto a player that made quite a lasting impression with his intangibles and adaptability, Jon Mwanda. He's a wiry, team-first guard prospect with a nice spot-up presence and a reliable stroke from midrange. Mwanda makes smart passes to his teammates and works consistently hard on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Hall on Mwanda: 'Jon has a great attitude and works very well with his teammates on either side of the ball. He played with a consistently high motor and looked to get others involved or capitalize on scoring opportunities whenever possible. Jon makes nice passes in transition, can score at the rim, and looked good in catch-and-shoot situations.' Mwanda did a lot of things well at camp and continues to take quality steps within his progression on both sides of the ball.
#4: 5'7 '26 Bryson Hardy (Blythewood)
Next, we look at a player that possesses an excellent crossroads between production and long-term upside, Bryson Hardy. He's a smart, crafty guard prospect with quickness and the ability to make plays for himself and others as a penetrator. Hardy forced multiple turnovers and converted effectively in transition. He is a capable midrange shooter and offers a nice change of pace from the guard position. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Hall on Hardy: 'Bryson can get in the lane and create shots for himself or his teammates with relative ease. He's a solid on-ball defender with nice quickness and positioning. Bryson operates effectively within the team concept and offers a positive attitude on the court and on the sideline. He also pushed the break well in transition' Hardy showcased a lot of tools during camp and has the ability to continue trending upward for the foreseeable future.
#5: 5'7 '25 Jamison Wilds (Timmonsville)
Moving onto a player that continues to showcase an extremely well-rounded skillset and approach, Jamison Wilds. He's a smart, high-motor wing prospect with the ability to secure rebounds, defend multiple positions, and operate within various different roles on offense. Wilds is a capable creator for himself and others, but can also find scoring opportunities as an off-ball threat. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him an even craftier finisher around the basket. Coach Hall on Wilds: 'Jamison is a good all-around player with unselfishness, a high motor, and a positive attitude. He can impact the game very well on both ends of the floor. Jamison defends the ball well and looks to get out in transition whenever possible. He also made quality decisions when looking to attack the basket.' Wilds proved to be a definite asset throughout camp and has the tools to emerge as a quality prospect over these next few years.
#6: 5'8 '25 Hilton Dessausure (Blythewood)
Continuing onto a player that showcased a fairly intriguing array of tools and long-term upside, Hilton Dessausure. He's a wiry, fairly smooth guard prospect with a reliable perimeter jumper, especially from midrange. Dessausure attacks the basket well and can finish effectively around the basket, but typically makes his presence felt as a shooter. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow him to become a more physical player on either end of the floor. Coach Hall on Dessausure: 'Hilton has a noticeable amount of talent, but needs to work on playing harder on a more consistent basis. He can work on maintaining a more positive attitude and looking to get others involved, as he has the necessary abilities to do so.' Dessausure enjoyed a nice showing at camp and could be one to keep an eye on going forward, especially if he continues to work.
#7: 5'8 '26 Jim Gatehouse (Charlotte)
Next, we look at a player that really stood out with his ability to work effectively with his teammates, Jim Gatehouse. He's a young, wiry guard prospect with a high motor and team-first approach on both ends of the floor. Gatehosue is quite smart and makes excellent passes to his open/cutting teammates. He also proved capable of knocking down shots from midrange or byoend the arc. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him an improved finisher around the basket. Coach Hall on Gatehouse: 'Jim has a very high basketball IQ and plays extremely hard on both ends of the floor. He's reliable in catch-and-shoot situations and understands how to make the extra pass whenever available. Jim needs to continue working to improve his handle in order to maximize his long-term potential.' Gatehouse stood out with his productivity and team-first mentality throughout camp, which should bring optimism for his continued growth going forward.
#8: 5'9 '25 Matt Houpt (Charlotte)
Moving onto a player that arguably stood out as the main glue-guy of this team, Matt Houpt. He's a long, wiry wing/forward prospect with a high motor and unselfish approach to the game. Houpt offered an efficient scoring presence from all three levels, but did so without forcing the action. He made the extra pass whenever available and was able to accumulate multiple assists within the half-court setting. Next in his development process is working to become quicker, as it would make him a more reliable on-ball defender at the point of attack. Coach Hall on Houpt: 'Matt is an excellent catch-and-shoot option from beyond the arc. He operates with a high motor and looks to help the team in any way possible. Matt plays the game the right way and consistently works to make hustle plays. He also made the extra pass and set up others effectively in transition.' Houpt enjoyed a quality showing at camp and could be one to monitor, especially if he continues on his current trajectory.
#9: 6'0 '25 Bowen York (Raleigh)
Finishing up, we look at a player that effectively operated as the primary interior presence for this group, Bowen York. He's a long, wiry, high-motor forward/post prospect with the ability to make hustle plays and do the little things on either side of the ball. York finished well around the basket but also regularly overwhelmed opponents with his activity level and overall nose for the ball. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a perimeter shooter, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Hall on York: 'Bowen is a great effort guy with a positive attitude and unselfish mentality at all times. He really understands how to make an impact by doing the little things, but can also score or make the necessary pass to an open/cutting teammate. Bowen is also a very good offensive rebounder that does a great job of positioning himself for second-chance opportunities.' York brought a lot to this team and should be able to carve out a useful role during his upcoming eighth-grade season.