Team 6
Coach: Gerroid Doughty
#14: 6’1 ’26 Darius Whitner (Garner)
Starting off, we look at a player who knows how to consistently set the tone on both ends of the floor, Darius Whitner. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with a high motor and balanced approach to the game. Whitner is a reliable playmaker who scores effectively from all levels. He takes care of the ball, makes quality decisions, and understands how to properly break down defenses. Whitner is a quick, scrappy defender who mirrors opposing guards at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Doughty on Whitner: “Darius has a pretty high basketball IQ. He penetrates well off the bounce and was able to finish when getting to the basket. Mr. Whitner showed great touch around the rim. I loved his court vision and passing ability. He seemed to find the open man each time we needed him to. He impacted the game on both ends of the floor. Darius grabbed a few offensive rebounds in critical moments of the game.” Whitner proved to be an asset during camp and should remain a leader for Garner over these next two seasons.
#30: 6’3 ’25 Jaylen Claggett (Lab U)
Next, we look at a player who knows how to produce within several different roles, Jaylen Claggett. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect who understands how to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Claggett is a reliable spot-up threat who knocks down shots, attacks closeouts, and makes solid decisions with the ball in his hands. He offers a low-maintenance offensive presence but can expand his production as needed. Claggett also contains his assignment well defensively and does a great job of securing rebounds for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on his ability to finish through contact, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Claggett: “Jayeln was ready to play from the start of camp. He was a lockdown defender who applied pressure on the ball all day. He proved that he can play both guard spots. When we needed a bucket, he set up teammates or got one himself. Jaylen has good range on his shot. When defenders started to close out, he passed or took the ball inside. He can help a college team.” Claggett enjoyed a quality showing during camp and should be poised for a productive senior year at Lab U.
#37: 6’4 ’26 AJ Washington (Davidson Day)
Moving forward, we look at a player who is certainly among the top newcomers to the state, AJ Washington. He’s a smart, skilled, athletic wing prospect who showcased an impactful identity on both ends of the floor. Washington is a capable shooting threat from the perimeter, but is arguably at his best when getting downhill and finishing. He displays vision and a useful handle, but can also find success without the ball. Washington utilized his size and instincts to effectively contain his assignment on defense. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Washington: “AJ played a power basketball game today. His shot wasn’t falling early, but I loved the way he adjusted his game and never allowed his confidence to waver. AJ had a lot of strong penetration moves to the basket. On defense, he was able to force opponents into bad shots. He’s also a very good rebounder for his size. I am excited to see his upcoming season.” Washington made a lasting impression during his time at camp and will be a major addition to a loaded Davidson Day roster.
#55: 6’5 ’27 RJ Moore (Corvian Community)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who showcased consistent stretches of pure dominance, RJ Moore. He’s a smooth, skilled wing prospect with a great combination of size, energy, and feel on both ends of the floor. Moore can really fill it up as an offensive weapon. He’s a reliable penetrator who hits jumpers at a constant rate along the perimeter. Moore can initiate the offense and set up others as needed. He displayed strong defensive energy throughout the day. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Moore: “Mr. Moore has a smooth jumper with in-the-gym range. He has great shooting mechanics and confidence when he releases the ball. Please don’t label him as only a three-point shooter because he also displayed the ability to strap up defensively throughout the entire camp. RJ is also a pretty good rebounder. He’s long, which helped with his penetration ability. He has a thin frame but I expect him to build muscle as he matures.” Moore was undeniably impressive at camp, leading his team in scoring at 16.7 PPG and securing the 2027 MVP Award. Expect him to have a big year.
#56: 6’6 ’26 Aidan Rousseau (Cary Academy)
Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his skillset and general nose for the ball, Aidan Rousseau. He’s a wiry, skilled forward prospect with touch, footwork, and inside-out offensive ability. Rousseau handles and passes the ball well for his size, but often does most of his work around the basket. He moves well without the ball, makes unselfish decisions, and scores with efficiency from all levels. Rousseau is also a reliable defender and excellent rebounder. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a more imposing player on both ends of the floor. Coach Doughty on Rousseau: “At first, I thought Aidan was going to get every rebound—both offensive and defense. Instead, he fooled me. He is certainly not a one-trick pony, but rather a jack-of-all-trades. He rebounded, made passes, shot threes, finished at the rim, and everything else. Soon I stopped wondering what he could do and started thinking “what can’t he do?” He had the whole team excited about the way he plays. If I were a college coach, I would put him on my list.” Rousseau did a lot of things well during camp and should be poised for a potential breakout season at Cary Academy.
#65: 6’7 ’27 Koen Booker (Christ School)
Moving forward, we look at a player who stood out through his athleticism and versatility, Koen Booker. He’s a skilled, athletic, physically imposing forward prospect with the ability to defend multiple positions and operate in several roles offensively. Booker is a phenomenal finisher who absorbs contact and plays above the rim. He converts perimeter jumpers at a quality rate and looks to set up others as needed. Add in his rugged defense and consistent rebounding presence on both ends of the floor, and it’s easy to see all the ways Booker impacts a game. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Booker: “Koen is a gamer. He showed me every facet of his game today. He can truly produce from all positions on the court. He is very athletic and used his athleticism to block multiple shots on the day. In warm-ups, he pulled off a 360-dunk! Koen surprised me with his overall strength. He was everywhere he needed to be when he needed to be there.” Booker made a lasting impression at camp and should be a difference-maker for Christ School over the coming years.
#67: 6’7 ’25 Jackson Fannon (East Lincoln)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who knows how to cause matchup problems with his blend of size and shooting, Jackson Fannon. He’s a sturdy, skilled forward prospect who can handle the ball, create off the bounce, or thrive as a spot-up option. Fannon battles hard for rebounds and doesn’t shy from physical play on either end of the floor. He’s a lethal shooting threat who rebounds, defends, and makes hustle plays on a consistent basis. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more reliable defender when switching onto smaller guards. Coach Doughty on Fannon: “Jackson is a deadeye shooter with excellent range on his shot. He’s a superb rebounder with a relentless passion to get the ball. Jackson’s quick release is one of his best traits. He has good ball-handling skills for his size. Add that to his ability to see the court makes him very dangerous when he has the ball. He already has a college frame, which can only help his impact at the next level.” Fannon enjoyed a quality showing during camp and should be poised for a highly productive senior season at East Lincoln.
#69: 6’8 ’27 Cannon DeBerry (Queens Grant)
Next, we look at a player who possesses an enticing crossroads between productivity and long-term upside, Cannon DeBerry. He’s a long, athletic post prospect who plays hard and anchors the paint on both ends of the floor. DeBerry displays the ability to knock down open jumpers along the perimeter, but is at his best when stationed around the basket. He moves well for his size and highlights nice timing as an interior defender. DeBerry also stands out as a reliable finisher and shot-altering presence around the basket. Next in his development process is working on adding strength, as it will make him a more imposing two-way player. Coach Doughty on DeBerry: “Cannon is just as his name states. He is explosive around the rim. He has a wiry frame, which can wiggle in and out of tight situations. He scored effectively from 15 feet and in. I believe that is his strength. He was a force rebounding the ball, so I enjoyed watching him work. Cannon finished at the rim with a soft touch. He has terrific upside.” DeBerry highlighted a lot of appeal during camp and will be a prospect to monitor closely going forward, as he has the tools to be special.
#74: 6’8 ’25 William Robinson (Christ School)
Finishing up, we look at a player who showcased a translatable interior presence on both ends of the floor, William Robinson. He’s a long, athletic post prospect with a high motor and an understanding of how to produce within the flow of the action. Robinson is a reliable scorer from the block, displaying touch, strength, and footwork. He plays above the rim and effectively through contact. Robinson moves well for his size and runs the floor properly in transition. He also secures rebounds and blocks/alters shots on a regular basis. 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 a cutter. Coach Doughty on Robinson: “Will was doing work in the post whenever he got the ball down low. He has a good build and can move people around in the post. I love the fact that he is very coachable. He has room to grow as an offensive rebounder but I am excited to see his progression over his career.” Robinson did a lot of things well throughout camp and should be a key piece for Christ School during his upcoming senior season.