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Takeaways from South Carolina Top 80

Cam Scott Remains Legit It really doesn't take long for any basketball person to recognize the gifts that Cam Scott possesses. However, the notion that some folks are still not completely bought-in seems ridiculous. Scott is an elite offensive player, point blank. His IQ is through the roof, and it's glaringly evident in the effortless, unselfish manner in which he approaches the game. Finding...

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South Carolina Top 80 Player Profile: 2025 Hayden Assemian

What a great event it was this past weekend, with Phenom Hoops bringing in some of the top talents from South Carolina all under one building.' A state that has been rich with talent but at times goes under the radar at times, it seems like there is some incredible talent to be found and we are looking to highlight that even more. We are going to start off with one of the top players at the camp...

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South Carolina Top 80 + SC Freshman 40 Schedule

Here is the schedule for Sunday, October 30 for the South Carolina Top 80 and South Carolina Freshman 40. For all event information, you can find them on the event pages below. SC Top 80: https://phenomhoopreport.com/events/sc-top-80-details-page/ SC Freshman 40: https://phenomhoopreport.com/phenom-sc-freshman-40/ SundayUpward Star Center (Spartanburg, SC)SundayUpward Star Center (Spartanburg,...

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SC Top 80 Player Profile: 2022 Xzavier Thaggard (Trinity Collegiate)

Player: Xzavier ThaggardSchool: Trinity Byrnes CollegiateClass: 2022Height: 6'2 We continue our coverage of the South Carolina Top 80, a terrific event that brought some tremendous talent all under one building.  Phenom Hoops was impressed with the talent that was on display, but a few names really captured our eyes.  One of those players that earned our attention was 2022 6'2 Xzavier...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 9

Team 9 Coach: Antonio Jones #108: 5'10 '23 Amari Richardson (Pendleton) Starting things off, we look at a player who showcased a pretty smooth, well-rounded skillset, Amari Richardson. He's a smart, crafty guard prospect with a consistent jumper from midrange and beyond the arc, and the ability to penetrate and finish whenever necessary. Richardson is a capable passer and utilizes his blend...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 8

Team 8 Coach: Rodney Lesane #107: 5'10 '24 Jeremiah Jacques (Orangeburg-Wilkinson) Starting things off, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the best passer and overall playmaker on this team, Jeremiah Jacques. He's a wiry, unselfish, well-rounded point guard prospect with a quality feel for the game on either side of the ball. Jacques does a great job of attacking the basket as a...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 7

Team 7 Coach: Yusuf English #106: 5'10 '24 Bryson Rose (Lake City) Starting things off, we look at a player that continually found ways to make an impact on both ends of the floor, Bryson Rose. He's a long, wiry guard prospect with a natural understanding of how to make hustle plays within the flow of the action. Rose does a great job of getting downhill and finishing or accessing his...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 6

Team 6 Coach: Kelvin Mills #105: 5'10 '24 Deon Harvey Jr. (Christ Church) Starting things off, we look at a player that consistently outperformed opponents despite being the smallest camper on this team, Deon Harvey Jr. He's a smart, unselfish, high-motor point guard prospect with quickness and the ability to score with efficiency from all levels. Harvey is a quality playmaker and looks to...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5

Team 5 Coach: Marcus Crawford #104: 5'9 '25 Reginald Mack (Ridge View) Starting things off, we look at a player that contributed nicely despite being the smallest and youngest camper on this team, Reginald Mack. He's a young, rugged, high-motor guard prospect with an unselfish approach and quality defensive prowess. Mack is a useful penetrator with the necessary quickness to breakdown his...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4

Team 4 Coach: Patrick Paul #103: 5'9 '24 Damario Saxon (North Augusta) Starting things off, we look at a player that made a steady impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Damario Saxon. He's a smart, wiry guard prospect with an unselfish approach and the ability to make his presence felt on either side of the ball. Saxon is a capable shooter and penetrator with useful vision...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 3

Team 3 Coach: Blake Walker #102: 5'7 '23 Darren Lloyd (West Florence) Starting things off, we look at a player that always seems to outwork and outperform opponents in every matchup, Darren Lloyd. He's a tough, heady, slightly undersized lead guard prospect with a strong balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. Lloyd is at his best when breaking down opponents, getting downhill,...

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South Carolina Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2

Team 2 Coach: Stan Carpenter #101: 5'7 '24 Ziyon Gamble (South Florence) Starting things off, we look at a player who consistently found ways to produce despite being the smallest camper on this team, Ziyon Gamble. He's a smart, scrappy, unselfish guard prospect with a nice penetration sense and a willingness to do the dirty work on both ends of the floor. Gamble makes quality decisions...

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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 Team Roster

NameClassCityHigh SchoolHeightTeamNumberJalen Breazeale2021RoebuckDorman5'11'SC 1 (Neon Green)0Davison Wright2021SpartanburgDorman5'11'SC 1 (Neon Green)1Daveon Thomas2021ElginLee Central6'1'SC 1 (Neon Green)2Kory Davis2022Rock HillYork Prep Academy6'1'SC 1 (Neon Green)3Jamari Briggs2023HartsvilleHanahan6'3'SC 1 (Neon Green)4Russell Felton Jr2021AikenAiken High School6'4'SC 1 (Neon Green)5Devonta...

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Destin Clark Calls it for Wingate

The modern-day basketball approach relies heavily on three-point shooting or the ability to cause mismatches for opponents. The latter part of that statement rings especially true for 6'2 2020 Destin Clark of Indian Land/Team United. On Saturday, the smart, strong-bodied point guard ended his recruitment process by committing to Wingate University, a program that is on the rise and currently...

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South Carolina Phenom Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 12

Team 12 Coach: Austin 'Rudy' Mays   #9:'5'9 '22 Dylan Williams (Irmo) Starting things off, we look at a player that already has a reputation as one of the most electric prospects in the state, Dylan Williams. He's a smart, crafty, quick point guard prospect with a tight handle and excellent balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. Williams loves to dice up his man, get downhill,...

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