Team 11
Coach: Stanley Walker
#66: 5'9 '23 Raehzekeil Rice (Hough)
Starting things off, we look at a player that performed quite well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Raehzekeil Rice. He's a scrappy guard prospect with nice creation skills and the ability to effectively defend at the point of attack. Rice found ways to involve himself as a rebounder on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to play alongside another primary ball-handler with relative ease. Coach Walker on Rice: 'Raehzekeil is a pass-first point guard. He tries to keep spacing for his team and make the right play with the ball in his hands. He needs to work on moving his feet faster and shooting the ball more consistently. Raehzekeil can also work on penetrating with his off-hand.' Rice enjoyed a solid showing at camp and should be able to carve out a useful role for Hough over the coming years.
#72: 5'10 '25 Cayden Martin (Shining Light Academy)
Next, we look at a player that showcased a lot of ability, especially to be among the youngest campers on this team, Cayden Martin. He's a strong, tough, fairly well-rounded guard prospect with a quality motor and great defensive prowess. Martin displays a nice combination of quickness, positioning, and overall instincts to make his presence felt as an on or off-ball defender. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him an even better finisher around the basket. Coach Walker on Martin: 'Cayden is great at getting downhill and attacking the basket. He swarms to the ball on defense and stays in help-side to have his teammates' back. He knows how to direct teammates to run the offense. Cayden was always asking questions to learn. He can work on attacking more with his off-hand.' Martin did a lot of things well at camp and will be a prospect to monitor throughout his continued progression.
#81: 5'11 '22 Kyren Hairston (Walter Williams)
Moving onto a player that found ways to make his presence felt within the flow of the action, Kyren Hairston. He's a scrappy, wiry guard prospect with an active motor and the ability to operate with or without the ball in his hands. Hairston is a capable ball-handler and utilizes his quickness to enter the paint. Next in his development process is working to become a better all-around defender, as it would make him a tougher assignment for opposing guards. Coach Walker on Hairston: 'Kyren knows when to shoot the ball, but doesn't necessarily know how to properly read the opposing defense. He needs to improve on playing defense within the team concept. At times, Kyren can get lost and lose his assignment. He hit midrange jumpers and was able to finish around the basket decently well. Kyren also displayed a fairly positive attitude throughout the day.' Hairston showed some nice flashes at camp and could be poised for a solid upcoming senior season at Walter Williams.
#85: 5'11 '25 Dane Cassada (Calvary Day)
Continuing onto a player that arguably stood out as the most reliable spot-up threat on this team, Dane Cassada. He's a wiry, long-bodied guard prospect with the understanding of how to pose a constant offensive threat without even requiring the ball in his hands. Cassada moves well without the ball, displays nice mechanics, and knocks down three-point jumpers at a consistent clip. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Walker on Cassada: 'Dane is a great kid with character. He can catch and shoot with a decent release. He accepts criticism and tries to correct his mistakes. He needs to learn how to be aggressive on offense and work on his off-hand. Dane needs to continue knowing the situation of games.' Cassada proved to be an asset during his time at camp and will be a prospect to keep an eye on over the coming years at Calvary Day.
#94: 6'0 '21 Luke Williams (Davie County)
Next, we look at a player that continually knows how to stand out with his hustle and ability to fill in the gaps, Luke Williams. He's a tough, wiry, high-motor guard prospect with an unselfish mentality and the tools to make plays with or without the ball in his hands. Williams provides great effort defensively, makes smart decisions in transition, and is capable of carrying the offensive load for stretches. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him more physically imposing as a defender and rebounder. Coach Walker on Williams: 'Luke knows how to shift defenders and get to the basket. He's great in transition and knows how to set up teammates for easy buckets. He needs to continue to work on going to his off-hand, but has progressed through the camp. Luke got beat off the dribble various times, so he needs to improve his quickness and footwork.' Williams enjoyed a quality showing at camp and could be a useful late addition for the right program.
#98: 6'1 '22 Kendrale Kidd (Walter Williams)
Moving onto a player that made a lasting impression with his toughness and willingness to do the dirty work, Kendrale Kidd. He's a heady, high-motor guard prospect with a team-first mentality and the ability to make his presence consistently felt on both ends of the floor. Kidd is a reliable midrange shooter with useful vision, rebounding instincts, and on-ball defense. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better ball-handler against pressure. Coach Walker on Kidd: 'I love that Kendrale plays with emotion and hustle the entire time he's on the court. Sometimes, he plays out of control and can get lost on defense. However, if I could give a Mr. Hustle award to someone on my team'it would be him. He's the type of guy that a coach can go to war alongside.' Kidd did a lot of things well at camp and could be poised for a productive upcoming senior season at Walter Williams.
#107: 6'2 '24 Jaylen Claggett (Cannon)
Continuing onto a player that possesses an enticing crossroads between production and long-term upside, Jaylen Claggett. He's a smart, skilled, well-rounded guard prospect with the ability to score in a variety of different ways. Claggett scores efficiently from all levels and can actively mix up his approach based on the opposing defense. He creates well off the bounce, rebounds at a strong rate for his size, and makes a steady impact in transition. Next in his development process is working on his attentiveness as an off-ball defender, as it would only lead to more steals and fast-break opportunities. Coach Walker on Claggett: 'Jaylen can score the ball at all three levels. He needs to work on his overall shot-selection. Sometimes, he shot the ball when he should've passed it. Jaylen has to learn how to just attack the basket instead of patting at the top of the key. He knows how to turn the ball-handler and recover if he gets beat.' Claggett highlighted nice appeal throughout camp and should be able to continue emerging as a major piece for Cannon going forward.
#110: 6'2 '23 David Tator (Panther Creek)
Next, we look at a player that consistently stood out with his steady, reliable two-way presence, David Tator. He's a tough, scrappy, unselfish guard prospect with a clear willingness to fill in the gaps and make hustle plays on either end of the floor. Tator plays hard, defends his position effectively, and understands how to score within the flow of the action. He's a reliable teammate that knows how to maximize his role. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better ball-handler against pressure. Coach Walker on Tator: 'David knows the angles to get to the basket. He swarms to the ball on defense and tries to protect the rim. He's not afraid to challenge anybody at the rim offensively or defensively. David needs to learn to trust his jumper and fix his body language on fouls.' Tator made a quality impact during his time at camp and should definitely be a useful contributor over the foreseeable future for Panther Creek.
#118: 6'4 '25 Evan Dean (Chapel Hill)
Moving onto a player that is truly just beginning to scratch the surface of his long-term upside, Evan Dean. He's a young, wiry, long-bodied forward/post prospect with the necessary physical tools and flashes of skill to become an intriguing prospect. Dean plays well without the ball and pursues rebounds at a strong rate. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Walker on Dean: 'Evan's confidence is outstanding. He believes every shot he takes is going in. He needs to work on progressing his game with his back to the basket, especially given his length. He needs to learn how to not fall in love with his jumper. Evan can also work on finishing and ball-handling in order to become a better player.' Dean found various ways to contribute during camp and could be a prospect to keep an eye on over the coming years.
#122: 6'5 '21 Michael Linton (South Granville)
Finishing up, we look at a player that easily stood out among the most productive campers on this team, Michael Linton. He's a tough, athletic, fairly skilled forward prospect with a high motor, solid IQ, and team-first mentality on both ends of the floor. Linton passes the ball very well for his size, applying efficient scoring pressure from the midrange area, and stands out as a capable on-ball defender. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would allow him to hedge and recover with less resistance. Coach Walker on Linton: 'Michael knows how to utilize his body to score a basket. His shot-selection can be better and can continue to develop. He has to know the game situation at all times. Michael's ball-handling can improve going to his off-hand and finishing with that hand. He can also develop more moves with his back to the basket.' Linton proved to be an asset throughout camp and could be a useful late addition for the right program.
