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POB’s Eye Catchers from SC Top 80 (Part 2)

2023 CJ Rich (Spring Valley): Rich was a tough guard all day long. Showcased his speed with the ball in his hands, staying aggressive and picked his spots to attack, and was also strong on the defensive end.  Was impressed with his court awareness and his on-ball defense. 2027 6’5 Josh Leonard (Florence): Hard to believe someone at his size already is just in seventh grade but that is where...

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Player Standouts at SC Top 80

#100- My’kel Croker- While very few players tend to stand out during the drills/stations, Croker definitely stood out amongst the crowd. He’s slightly undersized but plays with incredible energy and constantly communicates on both ends of the floor. Croker approaches every single drill and possession with a visibly unselfish approach. In the games, he stood out as a pesky defender and forced...

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POB’s Eye Catchers from SC Top 80 (Part 1)

2023 Jordan Miller (Dorman): Miller was strong throughout the camp and one can really see that he has taken his game to another level.  The hard work is paying off as Miller showcased terrific IQ and feel for the game. Plays with such a smooth feel and under control, as he doesn’t force much offensively, finds his spots, and displays a confident release from multiple levels. 2025 Robert...

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South Carolina Top 80 Team Rosters

ClassHeightNo. NameHigh SchoolCityStateTeam20235′7″100My’kel CrokerLake City FlorenceSC120236′0″118Jordan MillerDorman SpartanburgSC120256′1″135Ziyon HarrisGaffney GaffneySC120236′1″136Jy GladdenLancaster LancasterSC120236′2″151Taevean Famutimi-BrownTrinity Byrnes CollegiateFlorenceSC120256′3″153Kaleb PhillipsGaffney GaffneySC120256′3″154Donyell WrightJames...

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South Carolina Top 80 Schedule

SaturdayPearl Moore CenterTimeCourt 1Court 29:00-9:30am Registration 9:30amIntroduction 10:00amStationsStations11:00am1 vs 23 vs 4 11:50am5 vs 67 vs 812:40pm2 vs 31 vs 91:30pm4 vs 56 vs 72:20pm8 vs 91 vs 33:10pm5 vs 72 vs 44:00pm6 vs 8 9 vs 3/44:50pmClosing/Awards 

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SC Top 80 Roster

ClassHeightNameHigh SchoolCityState20236′8″Aaron Hall IILegacy Early CollegeCharlotteNC20235′10″Amari RichardsonPendleton PendletonSC20256′1″Amarii KingW J KeenanColumbiaSC20226′0″Anderson GrovesPorter Gaud SchoolCharlestonSC20226′3″Antonio Willis Jr. Northwestern Rock HillSC20236′6″Arden ConyersWestwood ColumbiaSC20235′11″Arturo OvertonLower...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 8

Team 8 Coach: Kenny Orr #0: 5’9 ’21 Omazeon Tinsley (Lancaster) Starting things off, we look at a player that knows how to make his presence felt as a sharp, quick two-way floor general, Omazeon Tinsley. He’s a smart, heady point guard prospect with the understanding of how to properly run a team while applying pressure as a three-level scoring threat. Tinsley is great at getting downhill...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 7

Team 7 Coach: John Combs #0: 5’9 ’23 Deuce Hudson (Darlington) Starting things off, we look at a player that knows how to set the tone with his smart, savvy approach, Deuce Hudson. He’s a heady, well-rounded point guard prospect with a smooth offensive arsenal and toughness defensively. Hudson gets downhill, touches the paint, and sets up others with ease while actively harnessing available...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 6

Team 6 Coach: Smith  #0: 6’0 ’22 Omari Bryson (South Pointe) Starting things off, we look at a player that knows how to assert himself as a steady two-way threat with any collection of teammates, Omari Bryson. He’s a wiry, unselfish guard prospect with a reliable spot-up presence and ability to operate with or without the ball in his hands. Bryson attacks the basket well, makes the...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5

Team 5 Coach: Josh Staley #0: 5’9 ’22 Dylan Williams (Irmo) Starting things off, we look at a player that is widely known and acknowledged for his electric approach and scoring ability, Dylan Williams. He’s a tough, heady lead guard prospect with quickness, penetration instincts, and perimeter shooting from midrange and beyond the arc. Williams makes quality decisions with the ball in his...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4

Team 4 Coach: Yusuf English #0: 6’0 ’23 David Elam (Mead Hall Episcopal) Starting things off, we look at a player that contributed very well despite being the smallest and youngest camper on this team, David Elam. He’s a smart, wiry, high-motor guard prospect with an excellent scoring arsenal and the ability to create for himself or others off the bounce. Elam is a quality shooter and...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 3

Team 3 Coach: Kelvin Mills #0: 5’11 ’23 Arturo Overton (Lower Richland) Starting things off, we look at a player that has been a regular shining spot at camps over the last few years, Arturo Overton. He’s a smart, skilled guard prospect that built his foundation as a scorer and has gradually transitioned into a floor general. Overton scores the ball at an efficient clip and can easily...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2

Team 2 Coach: Drae Rice #0: 5’10 ’21 AJ Thompson (Northwestern) Starting things off, we look at a player that simply knows how to successfully run a team on either side of the ball, AJ Thompson. He’s a smart, quick, heady point guard prospect with an excellent balance between scoring and playmaking. Thompson is great in the open floor but also more than comfortable within the half-court...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 1

Team 1 Coach: Christian Savage #0: 5’11 ’21 Jalen Breazeale (Dorman) Starting things off, we look at a player that offers a strong balance between scoring and playmaking, Jalen Breazele. He’s a smart, quick, tough two-way point guard prospect with an excellent penetration sense and the willingness to make plays for others. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move...

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Top 10 scorers from SC Top 80 (Class of 2023)

NameClassCityHigh SchoolHeightAverageGregory Jackson2023ColumbiaRidge View6′9″12David Elam2023North AugustaMead Hall Episcopal School6′0″10.5Arturo Overton2023HopkinsLower Richland5′11″10Jamari Briggs2023HartsvilleHanahan6′3″9.5Deuce Hudson2023DarlingtonDarlington5′9″9Alik Lewis2023BurlingtonComenius6’1″8.5Taevean Famutimi-Brown2023DarlingtonTrinity Byrnes Collegiate...

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Special K’s Hoops Take: NC/SC Top80 Standouts

Christ Essandoko 6’11 Christ Essandoko 2022 was unbelievable today as he showcased his dominance on the offensive end scoring in a wide variety of ways. His presence in the paint is so overwhelming as he scores at will around the basket and overpowers his defender. He rebounds the ball at a very high level and runs the floor pretty well. He showcased a unique ability to attack from the high post...

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Player Standouts at NC Top 80 v. SC Top 80

Jamarii Thomas- The tough, heady point guard prospect offered a very consistent two-way presence, overwhelming opponents with his motor and toughness. Thomas attacks the basket very well and displays a strong balance between scoring and playmaking. He’s great in the open floor and shows a willingness to make hustle plays. Julian Kiett- It’s somewhat perplexing to try and understand why Kiett...

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South Carolina Top 80 2020 Revised Roster

NameClassCityHigh SchoolHeightAaron Randolph2021AndersonWestside6′4″Akeereion Flack2021GaffneyGaffney6′4″Alik Lewis2023BurlingtonComenius6’1″Allen Kuria2021GreenvilleGreer Middle College Charter6′1″Arturo Overton2023HopkinsLower Richland5′11″Aubrey “AJ” Thompson2021Rock HillNorthwestern5′10″Ayden Hickman2021Myrtle BeachMyrtle Beach6′4″Bailey Wiseman2021CharlestonJames Island...

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