Team 14
Coach: Austin Collins
#8: 5’7 ’28 Rudd Sutton (Fayetteville Academy)
Starting off, we look at a player who showcased nice balance as a floor general, Rudd Sutton. He’s a skilled, unselfish point guard prospect who knows how to consistently knock down perimeter jumpers and set up others. Sutton possesses useful vision, ball-handling ability, and an understanding of how to initiate the offense. He moves very well without the ball to find scoring opportunities as a cutter and spot-up threat. Sutton also provides great effort defensively and is willing to make hustle plays whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on Sutton: “Rudd is a great catch-and-shoot threat. He can hit shots at a high level and is an awesome team player. He listens really well and moves without the ball. Rudd made a lot of great passes.” Sutton enjoyed a solid showing at camp and should be able to carve out a meaningful role sooner or later for Fayetteville Academy.
#9: 5’10 ’28 Trent Moody (Oak Ridge Military)
Next, we look at a player who found consistent success through his ability to fill in the gaps on both ends of the floor, Trent Moody. He’s a scrappy, unselfish guard prospect with a solid motor and overall feel for the game. Moody is a well-rounded player who is capable of impacting all facets of the game. He’s a useful scorer from all levels and displays the ability to create for himself or find opportunities as an off-ball threat. Moody is a willing passer who looks to make the right play on offense. He also pursues rebounds, works hard defensively, and finds ways to involve himself in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on Moody: “Trent is a great kid who listens and is very coachable. I would like to see him be more vocal and take his time when shooting the ball.” Moody did a variety of things well at camp and should emerge as a difference-maker for Oak Ridge over the coming years.
#18: 5’10 ’28 Amari Winters (Hickory Ridge)
Moving forward, we look at a player who really shined as an impactful piece on both ends of the floor, Amari Winters. He’s a smart, wiry guard prospect with a high motor, unselfish approach to the game, and low-maintenance identity. Winters is an excellent shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc. He provides a lethal spot-up presence and consistently knocks down shots off the catch. However, Winters is more than capable of attacking closeouts, finishing around the basket, and setting up others. On the other end, he’s a quality all-around defender with the quickness, positioning, and instincts to contain his assignment. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach Collins on Winters: “Amari can shoot the ball very well, especially when taking his time. He plays great defense and hustles on every single play. Good kid to have on your team.” Winters proved to be an asset during camp and will be a prospect to monitor at Hickory Ridge going forward.
#63: 6’1 ’28 Chacho Womack (West Charlotte)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who quietly stood out as one of the most productive campers on display, Chacho Womack. He’s a smart, skilled, athletic guard prospect who truly showcased the full arsenal and impacted the game on both ends of the floor. Womack scored at a seemingly nonstop rate, applied pressure from all levels, and consistently created for himself and others. He handled the ball with poise and craftiness, which allowed him to break down defenders and touch the paint at a high volume. On the other end, Womack utilized his sharp quickness and great instincts to contain his assignment and force turnovers. He also rebounded well for his size and pushed the break in transition whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on Womack: “Chaco is one hell of a kid and basketball player. He can score the ball at will. His defense is contagious and he takes pride in shutting down opponents. He has the will to do anything to win a ball game. Natural-born scorer.” Womack was undeniably impressive at camp, averaging 23 PPG, and should be an immediate contributor for West Charlotte.
#65: 6’1 ’28 Eddie Cota (Olympic)
Next, we look at a player who possesses a lot of ability and long-term appeal, Eddie Cota. He’s a smart, crafty guard prospect who can dictate the action as a floor general or apply pressure as a scorer from all levels. Cota is a polished creator, both for himself and others, who makes quality decisions with the ball in his hands. He finishes well through contact, knocks down jumpers, and makes his presence felt in transition. Cota overwhelmed his assignment defensively and forced turnovers at a nice rate. He’s also a capable rebounder for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach Collins on Cota: “Eddie has a pretty good handle with the ball. Doesn’t commit many turnovers and is coachable. He pays attention to detail and executes well on the court.” Cota did a lot of things well during camp and has the tools to be a notable piece at Olympic going forward.
#78: 6’2 ’28 Jeremiah Harper (Berean Baptist)
Moving forward, we look at a player who showcased an impressive all-around game, Jeremiah Harper. He’s a smart, tough wing prospect with an excellent blend of athleticism, scoring polish, and creation skills. Harper reliably creates for himself and others and makes great decisions with the ball in his hands. He scores the ball in a variety of ways and consistently forces opponents to respect his spot-up presence from beyond the arc. Between his high motor, sharp quickness, and rugged approach, Harper wreaked havoc defensively. He also rebounds very well for his size/position and pushes the break effectively in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on Harper: “Jeremiah is an up-and-coming star who is very athletic with the ability to score from all three levels. Very polite kid who wants to learn more about the game! Good kid with a high motor and hustle mentality.” Harper made a lasting impression during camp and should be an impactful piece for Berean Baptist over the coming years.
#94: 6’3 ’28 Terrence Holmes (Carmel Christian)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who stood out through his ability to fill in the gaps at a high level, Terrence Holmes. He’s a smart, very well-rounded guard prospect with great size and the ability to produce in various types of roles. Holmes scored with efficiency from all levels and found success with or without the ball in his hands. Holmes is a quality creator and playmaker who looks to set up others whenever possible. He’s a scrappy, high-motor defender who mirrors opponents and forces turnovers at a nice rate. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would open him up to even more scoring opportunities. Coach Collins on Holmes: “Terrence plays very good defense and is excellent at getting timely steals. He’s a great shooter but I’d like to see him shoot it even more to gain the necessary confidence in his abilities.” Holmes enjoyed a quality showing during camp and will be an emerging piece for Carmel Christian over these next few years.
#137: 6’4 ’28 Mason Murphy (Eastern Alamance)
Next, we look at a player who possesses a lot of appealing qualities as a long-term prospect, Mason Murphy. He’s a long, fluid forward prospect with great size, athleticism, and a blossoming skillset. Murphy already finds success through playing hard and filling in the gaps on both ends of the floor. He’s a useful finisher and capable floor-spacing option with the ability to cause matchup problems for opponents. Murphy utilizes his length and motor well to make plays defensively. He also does a great job of outworking others for rebounds on either side of the ball. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more dynamic penetrating threat. Coach Collins on Murphy: “Although somewhat quiet, Mason can still be a big rebounder and good player on defense. He can improve his footwork and consistency as a perimeter shooter, but has the size and physical tools to be great.” Murphy highlighted an enticing identity during camp and will be a prospect to watch closely at Eastern Alamance over the foreseeable future.
#178: 6’5 ’28 Braxten DuBose (Greenfield)
Finishing up, we look at a player who consistently found ways to overwhelm opponents on both ends of the floor, Braxten DuBose. He’s a strong, physically imposing forward prospect with a high IQ and nonstop motor. DuBose is a great finisher who plays well through contact and displays great polish on the block. He’s a smart, willing passer who looks to make the right play. DuBose hit jumpers and attacked off the bounce as needed, but was arguably at his best when stationed around the basket. He also controlled the glass and defended multiple positions extremely well. Next in his development process is working on his ability to handle the ball, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on DuBose: “Braxten has a big body and knows how to use it! He can shoot it well at his size or back you down in the paint. I love the way he plays with such patience and makes sure he doesn’t rush anything. Good kid and solid basketball player.” DuBose proved to be an asset during camp and has the tools to be a real difference-maker for Greenfield.