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Reece's Standouts: Coach Rick's TOC (Day 2)

by: Ethan Reece 2024 Delani Hammonds (Team Synergy)Usually versatility is used when scouting on wings and forwards because you expect athletic playmaking, shooting and ball handling from your lead guards. But it makes sense with Delani, because he can play the point in two different ways or combine them together at the same time and provide an all around floor game. He can be a big time scorer,...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 2, Part 2)

2023 Cooper Marcum (Team HOPE Laney): Marcum is a very intriguing prospect, as the two-sport athlete has shown that he can be effective on the field and on the court. Fresh off a football offer, Marcum had a terrific Day 2 at the Coach Rick TOC, as he really showed his leadership on the court. Whether it was his ability to be a ballhandler, play with a physical presence, create and get inside,...

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Player Standouts at Day Two of Coach Rick’s TOC

6'5 '24 Cameron McKinney (CC Elite) Although each player has a clear role with this group, it's easy to see the value that McKinney brings to the table. He excels as a tough, active, low-maintenance post prospect who prioritizes playing hard, pursuing rebounds, altering shots, and doing the little things whenever possible. McKinney finishes as needed, runs the floor properly in transition, and...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 2, Part 1)

2023 Ryan Steger (GATA): Steger came out red hot to start his day, really lighting it up from deep.' He dropped eight 3-pointers to lead his team to an early victory, really showing his confidence and smooth shot-making with range.' A confident shooter that made several tough shots in rhythm.' An impressive showing, as he finished with 26 points to start the day. 2025 Nikayle Hodge (Team EAT):...

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Reece's Standouts: Coach Rick's TOC (Day 1)

by: Ethan Reece 2023 Micah Jones (Strong Center)Don't let his size fool you, Micah is the toughest assignment to draw on both ends of the floor. As a point guard, he takes care of all his duties at a high level and then some. Offensively, he exposes any defensive liability whether isolated or as a team with his blistering speed, elite court vision and decision making, and knowledgeable prowess...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Day 1 at Coach Ricks TOC

2024 Grant Hamilton (CC Elite): Hamilton had an excellent first LIVE period and came out strong once again at the Coach Rick's TOC, once again showing his impact in being a knockdown shooter with range.  On several occasions, he was able to get to his spots behind the arc and make the opponents pay from three.  Hamilton shoots the ball with tremendous confidence and can be a big threat...

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Player Standouts at Coach Rick's TOC

6'6 '24 Jayden Pretty (Carolina Pressure) Although there were numerous contributors for this squad, Pretty was arguably their biggest difference-maker. He's a big, strong-bodied post prospect with a nice combination of skill, length, and toughness. Pretty showed the ability to score around the basket or space the floor, and made his presence felt as a rebounder on either side of the ball. He...

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Preview for Coach Rick’s TOC: CC Elite White 17U

Submitted by Coach Ryun Cook CC Elite has earned recognition as one of the top grassroot organizations in North Carolina. Players like Patrick Wessler, Chase Lowe, A.J. Cook, Kyle Frazier, Jacob Fisher-Davis, and Brandon Lavitt have all moved on to play at the next level.     The 2024 group features four guys who have been playing together since winning the NTBA National...

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Coach Rick’s TOC Session 2 – Teams Attending

AgeTeamState14uTEAM HOPE 2026 NOCH (14U)NC14uTeam Loaded WV (WV MPACT) (14U)WV14uTeam LoyalNC14uTune SquadGA14uGeorgia Havoc (14U)GA14uNassau Ballerz Scarver (14U)FL14uPSB Charleston 2026SC14uTennesssee HavocTN15uBasketpoint – MHGNC15uTEAM HOPE 2025 GRIPPER (15U)NC15uUnderrated Athletes Select Team (15U)NC15uTeam CLT 15U (15U)NC15uUpward Stars Columbia 15U (15U)SC15uGATA Academy Basketball...

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Coach Rick’s TOC Session 1 – Teams Attending

AgeTeamState15uGATA Academy BasketballVA15uTeam HOPE 2025 GripperNC15uTeam HOPE 2025 PolleyNC15uDrill AcademyGA15uClt WolvesNC16uCarolina Riptide 2024 BlueNC16uCarolina Riptide 2024 WhiteNC16uEA Prep Adidas 2024NC16uGATA Academy EliteVA16uTeam EAT 2025NC16uTeam HOPE 2024NC16uTeam WildcatsWV16uHoop Dreams Training AcademyNC16uDrill AcademyGA16uNC JayhawksNC17uBSA SupremeNC17uCarolina Riptide 2023...

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Coach Rick TOC Team Listing as of 7-14-22

Team AgeTeam NameTeam State17UAnthony Morrow EliteNorth Carolina17UBasketpoint USA 11th CookNorth Carolina16UBFGNorth Carolina17UBounce 17UCanada17UBSA SUPREMENorth Carolina17UCapital City PacersNorth Carolina17UCarolina Pressure 2024South Carolina17UCarolina Riptide 2023 NCNorth Carolina16UCarolina Riptide 2024 BlueNorth Carolina16UCarolina Riptide 2024 WhiteNorth Carolina16UChapel Hill Blue...

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2024 6'8 Dirk Wyatt DeGraaf continues to grow and develop

You sometimes can't help but get excited about the future for players, especially when you see the growth of a young but developing big.  One player that I happened to stroll by at the Coach Rick's TOC that grabbed my attention was 2024 6'8 Dirk Wyatt DeGraaf with Garner Road.  He is a name that we saw earlier this summer but you can see that this young big man has been working hard in...

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Start Watching: 2024 6'10 Devin Brafford (Rabun Gap)

Photo: Rankings Report We haven't seen too much of Devin Brafford's game yet but that will soon come.  But this past weekend in Rock Hill, we got a chance to sit down and view the young man's game and there is no doubt, there was talk around what we saw. First off, Devin is going to get a lot of attention being the younger brother of scoring machine 2022 Nate Brafford and both have similar...

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Charlotte Guards duo impresses in Rock Hill

The duo of 2022 6'1 Landon King and 2022 5'10 CeDrek Mangum had it going in Rock Hill this past weekend at the Coach Rick's TOC.' King is one we have seen multiple times before, with a lot of it being this past high school season at Independence. The guard really has shown consistently how much of a scoring guard he can be and help carry the load offensively.' His ability to operate and score...

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Talent to monitor: BMaze Biven 17u

The talent all throughout the weekend and the LIVE period was highly intriguing. College coaches could find next-level players of all levels, almost everywhere you looked.  One team that sometimes flew under the radar though was BMaze Biven 17u from Tennessee.  Getting a nice glimpse of the team in Rock Hill recently, there were a few players that should be on the radar for college...

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Coach Rick's TOC: Bright future for young prospects

The Coach Rick's TOC was off the charts with talent. One thing is for sure is that the future around the region looks to be bright, as there were several young prospects that really captured our eyes and should be household names. Check out a few young players that will be ones you will want to know.

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POB’s Eye Catchers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3)

Paul McNeil 2023 Cam Oates (Garner Road): Now part of the 2023 class, Oates is an intriguing guard to keep tabs on with how he plays and how his game is maturing offensively.  He still brings a toughness to the floor and is scrappy on both ends.  But Oates is showing that he can really step up and be a consistent offensive threat from all areas. On Day 3, his perimeter game was...

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Player Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 2)

By: Heath Gulledge 2021 6'4 Glenn Bynum (Mint Hill Lakers) Bynum is a really athletic guard who can score on all three levels. He makes teams respect his jump shot and because of this, driving lanes open up for him to get to the rim. He knows how to use the dribble to get into the mid-range area to get step-backs and shoot over defenders. I like the craftiness he has around the rim when taller...

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Noah’s Hoopers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 2)

By: Noah Hooper 6'3 2022 Lebron Thomas (FIBA 2022) When I watch Thoams, the first thing I notice is how he uses his lightning speed and athleticism to get downhill at will and use his strong lower body to finish through contact. The way he was able to use this natural ability to make plays for himself and his teammates was impressive as it really showed in transition. Not only does Thomas do an...

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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 2)

Jaari Outlaw By: Sean Halloran 2022 Jaxon Ellingsworth (Brand X 17U) Ellingsworth is known to be one of the top unsigned big men in the area, as he continues to impress college coaches this weekend with his play. Ellingsworth in a 6'8, long, mobile-forward who is an effective force on the offensive and defensive glass. He showed he can stretch the floor a little bit offensively this weekend and...

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Dawkins’ Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 2)

By: DeAjai Dawkins 6'3 2022 Jackson Holt (Big Shots 17U/Moravian Prep)' Jackson is a well-conditioned, smooth shooting guard that knocks down open perimeter shots at a high rate of efficiency. I believe he is one of, if not, the best shooter(s) on a team full of talented marksmen. In his senior season we see him receiving a ton of opportunities to show coaches at the next level his shot-making...

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Dawkins’ Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)

By; DeAjai Dawkins 5'10 2022 Bobby Taylor (Upward Stars 3SSB 17U/DW Daniel) Taylor is a quick-thinking lead guard that manipulates defenses with pass fakes. I believe that Smart has the ability to play at the next level given his toughness, IQ, and facilitative ability. Put the ball in the basket well in day 3, really showed me an ability to score that I was looking to see.  6'2 2024 Joe...

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Sean’s Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)

By: Sean Halloran 2025 Chris Rivens (Team EAT 2025 National) Rivens was impressive today, showing off his natural athleticism once he was in transition. He gave everybody a glimpse of what he is capable of once he develops into his body, and grows as a basketball player. He already has the intangibles to be a great guard at the next level. With a good frame and natural athleticism, his potential...

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Noah’s Hoopers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)

By: Noah Hooper 6'11 2023 John Baldwin (Garner Road Bulldogs 2023 – Bryant) In my time watching Baldwin this morning, he really showed me great flashes of long-term upside as he was a solid presence inside for his team. His ability to use his large frame to gain positioning on offensive and defensive rebounds was good as he was able to grab a good amount of them this morning. He also...

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Player Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 3, Part 1)

By: Heath Gulledge 2022 6'5 Tim Vaughn (Chattanooga Elite Grey 17u) Vaughn impressed me this morning with more than one skill set today. He came out of the gate getting to the rim with ease and finishing in transition. As the game went on he began to show a more versatile skill set. He started knocking down deep balls off the catch and off the bounce whether he had a hand in his face or...

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POB's Eye Catchers from Coach Rick's TOC (Day 2, Part 3)

2024 Rakease Passmore (NLPB): With college coaches coming to watch, Passmore put on a show and gave them everything you would want in a young player. With the blend of athleticism, break down defenders, finish through contact or around/over defenders, step out and knock down shots, and be an impact defensively with blocking shots, Passmore showed it all and why he is looking to be one of the top...

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Dawkins’ Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 2, Part 2)

By: DeAjai Dawkins 5'10 2025 Eli Ellis (Big Shots 17U/Moravian)' Has there been a player more spoken about this weekend' Likely not. Eli has made a name for himself as a consistent lead guard that plays in a constant mode of attack. He's a stellar shooter with a rugged mentality that reminds me of Payton Pritchard of the Boston Celtics. Ellis plays with no fear in the face of older competition,...

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Dawkins’ Standouts from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 2, Part 1)

By; DeAjai Dawkins 6'5 2024 Jamal Brown (1 of 1 Elite 2024/Word of God)' Jamal is most certainly one of the most athletically imposing prospects in this event. In 2019, I first heard of Brown after making waves as a high-flying middle schooler with incredibly advanced size. A walking 20+ point performer amongst his age group, Brown elevates above the rim with ease and has the length to truly...

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Noah’s Hoopers from Coach Rick’s TOC (Day 2, Part 2)

By: Noah Hooper 6'6 2025 Trent Steinour (Riptide 2025) When I look at Trent on the floor, the first thing I notice is how well he is able to use his length to be a disruptive asset defensively for his team. He also uses his length very well to gain positioning and grab rebounds for his team which helps them tremendously. Not only did he use his long frame well, but he also had very solid...

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