Team 1
Coach: Gerroid Doughty
#100: 5’0 ’28 Gideon Mount (Forsyth Country Day)
Starting things off, we look at a player who contributed quite nicely despite being the youngest camper on display, Gideon Mount. He’s a young, sturdy, high-motor prospect with excellent perimeter shooting abilities and a clear willingness to make hustle plays whenever possible. Mount worked well within the team concept while showing flashes of vision, ball-handling, and defensive prowess. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would open up even more spot-up opportunities. Coach Doughty on Mount: “I called him “Lil G.” His parents call him Gideon. Basketball fans should call him “Lion Heart!” He has a massive heart for the game. He fit in every well with our group today. Passing, playing defense, and mixing it up within the flow of the action. His youth showed, but just like fine wine—he will get better with age. Gideon brought great effort on the day.” Mount enjoyed a nice showing at camp, and will be a prospect to watch progress over the coming years.
#115: 5’10 ’25 Drew Johnson (Jordan)
Next, we look at a player who easily stood out as one of the most dynamic creators in attendance, Drew Johnson. He’s a smart, crafty, well-rounded point guard prospect with toughness, sharp vision, and reliable scoring prowess from all levels. Johnson displays an extremely balanced approach, consistently looking to set up others while still taking advantage of any easy scoring opportunities. He’s also a quality defender with instincts for forcing turnovers at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow him to absorb more contact when navigating through traffic. Coach Doughty on Johnson: “Young Drew has serious game. I love his decision-making ability. He can pass with the best of them. Knows how to get the ball to his teammates. When he can’t, he creates for himself with ease. Sometimes that can be a lost art. He’s a deadeye shooter and made some big shots from outside while being contested. Gets up high for layups and battles for loose balls. Keep an eye on this young guy.” Johnson continues to turn heads with each viewing, securing the Mr. Playmaker award yet again, and should be poised for a productive freshman season.
#116: 5’10 ’24 Frederico Whitaker (Northwood)
Moving onto a player who showcased a pretty impressive array of two-way abilities, Frederico Whitaker. He’s a smart, quick, rugged point guard prospect with phenomenal vision and the ability to consistently create for himself and others. Whitaker plays hard, overwhelms his assignment defensively, and applies efficient scoring pressure from all levels. He moves well without the ball and understands how to make plays alongside another primary ball-handler. Next in his development process is working to get more involved in the rebounding battle, as it would make him an even more dangerous transition threat. Coach Doughty on Whitaker: “When someone asks for a true point guard, Fred should always raise his hand. Point guards like Mike Conley would really enjoy his game. He’s the set-up man, but much more than just a passer. Fred stood out as a top defender today. Keep his head up and sees the floor. Knocked down shots, both inside and outside of the arc. Can score in traffic and with contact or at the rim. Loves to use his floater.” Whitaker proved to be an asset at camp, securing the Mr. Defense award with relative ease, and should be a major piece for Northwood over the foreseeable future.
#132: 6’0 ’23 Christopher Mashburn (Living Water)
Continuing onto a player who made a lasting impression with his nonstop motor and desire to make hustle plays, Christopher Mashburn. He’s a wiry, team-first guard prospect with toughness, unselfishness, and an excellent spot-up presence from midrange and beyond the arc. Mashburn moves very well as a cutter and rebounds the ball at a high volume for his size/position. Next in his development process sis working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Doughty on Mashburn: “Chris displayed the ability to make his hustle-mentality felt by everyone in the camp. I said we needed to play a transition game, and he did it. I needed a stop defensively, Chris provided it. Showed off his shooting ability, making shots from beyond the arc when his team needed one. Great in transition on both sides of the ball. Played well all day and found open spots on the court while on offense.” Mashburn enjoyed a nice showing at camp and should be a useful contributor during the upcoming season at Living Water.
#133: 6’0 ’24 Isaiah Styron (East Chapel Hill)
Next, we look at a player who was arguably stood out as the main glue-guy on this team, Isaiah Styron. He’s a wiry, unselfish, high-motor guard prospect with great adaptability on both ends of the floor. Styron can find scoring opportunities from all levels while actively setting up others and outworking his assignment defensively. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a shooter off the dribble, as it would make him a more difficult assignment for opponents to contain. Coach Doughty on Styron: “Isaiah is a hooper. He’s very versatile. He has a well-rounded game and came up big for our team on multiple occasions. When we were getting killed by one player, Isaiah stepped up to guard him defensively. He was able to get out and run on the fast-break, which made scoring easier for him. But make no mistake, he can score the ball in the half-court as well.” Styron enjoyed a quality showing at camp, and should carve out a nice role for East Chapel Hill over the coming years.
#148: 6’2 ’25 Aiden Lester (Shady Spring)
Moving onto a player who made a pretty lasting impression with his motor and overall blue-collar approach, Aiden Lester. He’s a young, wiry, wing prospect with a high motor, unselfish mentality, and the ability to reliably fill in the gaps on both ends of the floor. Lester moved well without the ball, defended his position, outworked his assignment on the glass, and proved to be a well-rounded offensive threat. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow him to become a more physical defender. Coach Doughty on Lester: “Mr. Lester was all over the court today. He made sure his presence was felt. He surprised me with his rebounding and leaping abilities. Aiden has a nose for the ball, which led to some steals and defensive deflections. He also hit a few outstanding turnaround jumpers. Team player through and through. He’s stronger than he looks, but can continue to build his frame. We are going to keep a close eye on him.” Lester did a lot of things well, especially for his age, and should be a useful contributor sooner than later for Shady Spring.
#149: 6’2 ’24 Caleb Tillman (Statesville)
Continuing onto a player who consistently showcased versatility as an offensive threat, Caleb Tillman. He’s a strong, sturdy, high-motor wing prospect with excellent finishing instincts and the ability to apply scoring pressure with or without the ball in his hands. Tillman is a great cutter with vision, footwork, rebounding prowess, and useful moves with his back to the basket. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a more reliable on-ball defender. Coach Doughty on Tillman: “Caleb is super-versatile. He has game from inside or outside the arc. He’s capable in transition. We can definitely say this kid has game! In our first contest, he showed off his inside skills. Then we saw a balanced approach. Finally, he was full-throttle. He scored inside with a lot of contact. His second and third jumps are as quick as his first. Caleb displays a high basketball IQ.” Tillman made a steady impact during his time at camp, and should be able to carve out a nice role for Statesville over the coming years.
#167: 6’4 ’24 Marko Pandiloski (Orangewood Christian)
Next, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his perimeter shooting abilities, Marko Pandiloski. He’s a strong, sturdy wing prospect with great size, mobility, and the ability to apply excellent pressure as a spot-up threat from midrange and beyond the arc. Pandiloski displays deep range and can reliably hit shots with confidence off the catch. He defends his position well, battles for rebounds, and moves properly without the ball in his hands. Next in his development process is working to become a better penetrator, as it would complement his shooting presence very well. Coach Doughty on Pandiloski: “Marko hit some shots from deep with confidence. He has a very high basketball IQ, and uses it to his advantage. He was able to finish in the paint as needed. He seemed comfortable anywhere on the court, whether on offense or defense. He’s a good team player and works well with others. Marko did a great job today and should have a good high school season.” Pandiloski enjoyed a productive showing at camp, and should only continue to progress over the coming years at Orangewood Christian.
#168: 6’4 ’24 Nazir King (Woodrow Wilson)
Moving onto a player who showcased a pretty well-rounded identity on both ends of the floor, Nazir King. He’s a strong, active, fairly skilled wing/forward prospect with an excellent frame and consistency as a finisher. King is a reliable defender with instincts for forcing turnovers and pushing transition play. Next in his development process is working on becoming a more consistent three-point shooter, as it would make him a more dynamic offensive threat. Coach Doughty on King: “Nazir has a college-ready body. Plays well down low, but needs to get more active as a rebounder. He has the size and effort, just needs to work on positioning. He does a lot of things well. He didn’t shoot from outside today, but we would like to see his ability from deep. Played great defense and made sure he got the ball where he could be effective. He has a future in this game.” King consistently found ways to make his presence felt at camp and should be a useful contributor for Woodrow Wilson going forward.
#178: 6’6 ’25 Osvaldo Haynes (JL Chambers)
Finishing up, we look at a player who is truly just beginning to harness his long-term abilities, Osvaldo Haynes. He’s a big, sturdy post prospect with a strong frame, defensive prowess, and a blossoming offensive identity. Haynes rebounds, alters shots, and finishes reliably out of the post. He’s fairly mobile for his size and shows a willingness to utilize his body on either side of the ball. Next in his development process is working to become quicker, as it would make him a more reliable defender when operating in space. Coach Doughty on Haynes: “This kid has “it.” Moves well without the ball. Knows his spots and gets to them. Great in transition. Osvaldo can finish at the basket with either hand. He will be putting the Class of 2025 on notice. Expect him to challenge the top players in his grade going forward. He’s relentless on the glass as a rebounder. I enjoyed coaching him.” Haynes highlighted a ton of appeal at camp, and will certainly be a prospect to monitor over the coming years at JL Chambers.