Team 7
Coach: Whit Holcomb-Faye
#4: 5’10 ’27 CP Perry (Carson)
Starting off, we look at a player who showcased a strong combination of shooting and unselfishness, CP Perry. He’s a smart, crafty point guard prospect with a polished skillset and reliable scoring arsenal. Perry is a quality creator who can consistently generate clean looks for himself and others. He scores from all levels and is comfortable with or without the ball in his hands. Perry also provides great energy defensively and shows a willingness 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 Holcomb-Faye on Perry: “CP is a great shooter and team player. Moves well without the ball. Active on defense. Really good transition defender. Love his game and shot-making ability. Could work on ball-handling.” Perry did a lot of things well during camp and should be poised for a very productive season at Carson.
#6: 5’10 ’26 Tobia Moye (South Central)
Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his motor and team-oriented approach to the game, Tobia Moye. He’s a tough, scrappy guard prospect with IQ, vision, and the ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Moye handles the ball well and gets others involved at a strong rate. He’s a capable scorer who understands how to assert himself within the flow of the action. On the other end, he stands out as a scrappy, engaged defender with the blend of strength and quickness to cause problems for opponents. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a spot-up threat, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Moye: “Love Tobia’s athleticism and playmaking ability. He’s a high-energy guy that plays hard on both ends of the floor.” Moye made a quality impact during his time at camp and should remain a leader for South Central over these next two seasons.
#10: 6’1 ’26 Owen Calvert (Calvary Day)
Moving forward, we look at a player who seems to effortlessly fill it up in every type of setting, Owen Calvert. He’s a smart, crafty guard prospect with the ability to produce from either backcourt position. Calvert can score the ball in a variety of ways and apply constant, yet efficient pressure from all levels. He possesses a tight handle, quick first step, and great understanding of how to use jabs/fakes to create separation. Calvert is a useful playmaker and scrappy defender who regularly outworks opponents for extra opportunities. Next in his development process is working on his ability to make others better, as it would make him an improved leader. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Calvert: “Owen can score in the ball in a variety of ways, and does so with such ease. He can shoot from anywhere. Sneaky-good defender when he wants to be.” Calvert was quietly among the more productive campers on display, averaging 14.3 PPG, and should be a productive leader for Calvary Day going forward.
#13: 6’1 ’26 BJ Powell (Combine Academy)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who consistently took advantage of his opportunities within the flow of the action, BJ Powell. He’s a scrappy, unselfish guard prospect who provides a nice combination of motor, toughness, and perimeter shooting. Powell is a capable penetrator, but is arguably at his best when hitting shots off the catch. He sets up others whenever possible and consistently outworks opponents defensively. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him an even better spot-up threat. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Powell: “BJ is a tough guard who is difficult to defend. He’s a great shooter and finisher who knows how to take advantage of his opportunities within the flow of the action. He had a great attitude and accepted coaching well throughout the day.” Powell enjoyed a solid showing at camp and should be able to carve out a meaningful role for Combine Academy during the upcoming season.
#36: 6’3 ’26 Nicholas Fowler (Northwood)
Next, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his unselfish, high-motor approach to the game, Nicholas Fowler. He’s a tough, scrappy, well-rounded wing prospect with the ability to operate in various different roles. Fowler is capable of creating, scoring in various ways, or simply filling in the gaps on both ends of the floor. He consistently makes the extra pass and does the dirty work. Fowler rebounds well for his size and knows how to make his presence felt defensively. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him an even more explosive penetrator. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Fowler: “Nicholas is an absolute dog. Love this kid’s approach to basketball. Easily my favorite player from camp. He had a fantastic attitude and accepted coaching throughout the day.” Fowler made a lasting impression during his time at camp and should emerge as a leader for Northwood over these next few seasons.
#57: 6’6 ’27 James Minlend (Concord Academy)
Moving forward, we look at a player who continues to make visible strides within his progression, James Minlend. He’s a long, fluid wing/forward prospect with an intriguing blend of skill, athleticism, and overall potential. Minlend is comfortable creating with the ball in his hands or finding success as a cutter. He’s a willing passer with nice instincts as a playmaker. Minlend penetrates well and finishes around the basket, but also displays the ability to knock down jumpers at a solid rate. He provides great energy as a rebounder and appears comfortable toggling between multiple positions defensively. Next in his development process is working on his shooting consistency from beyond the arc, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Minlend: “James is a great playmaker and finisher. Gets downhill with ease and makes plays. Still has a lot of potential.” Minlend did a lot of things well during camp and will be a prospect to monitor as he enters his upcoming sophomore season at Concord Academy.
#66: 6’7 ’25 Rylan Parkins (McDowell)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who provides a steady, blue-collar approach to the game, Rylan Parkins. He’s a sturdy, unselfish post prospect with a high motor and willingness to do the dirty work. Offensively, Parkins displays touch, cutting instincts, and the ability to set up others. He does a nice job of securing position on the block and finishing or locating open teammates. On the other end, Parkins does a terrific job of walling up and altering shots without fouling. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a better defender when switching onto smaller guards. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Parkins: “Rylan is a great interior playmaker with soft touch and nice feel around the basket. He plays hard and is willing to do the dirty work.” Parkins made a quality impact at camp and should be a definite leader for McDowell during his upcoming senior season.
#77: 6’9 ’27 Mason Robinson (Greensboro Day)
Next, we look at a player who possesses an enticing crossroads between production and long-term upside, Mason Robinson. He’s a long, fluid post prospect who can impact a game without requiring a ton of touches. Robinson is a quality athlete who plays hard, finishes around the basket, and anchors the paint defensively. He utilizes his length and timing to consistently alter shots around the basket. Robinson rebounds well and fills the lane properly in transition. Next in his development process is working on his passing ability, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Robinson: “Mason is a great athlete and finisher. Uses his length well to disrupt opponents and finish around the basket. He had a good attitude and accepted coaching well throughout the day.” Robinson made his presence felt in a variety of ways at camp and will be a huge addition to Greensboro Day over the foreseeable future.
#78: 6’9 ’25 Nayte Spargo (Winston-Salem Christian)
Finishing up, we look at a player who has obvious appeal as an interior defender and floor-spacer, Nayte Spargo. He’s a long, wiry post prospect who can operate around the basket or along the perimeter. Spargo is an excellent shooter, especially for his size, from midrange and beyond the arc. He possesses great mechanics and quality range. Spargo doesn’t shy away from open looks but can also attack a closeout and finish inside. He provides energy as a rebounder, alters shots defensively, and runs the floor hard in transition. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a more imposing player. Coach Holcomb-Faye on Spargo: “Nayte is a great pick-and-pop shooting big man. Displays range and the ability to knock down shots off the catch or attack off the dribble.” Spargo enjoyed a strong showing at camp and should be a target for college coaches as he enters his upcoming senior season.