Team 14
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Coach: Patrick Cannon
#0: 5'9 '24 James Clark (Marvin)
Starting things off, we look at a player that performed quite well despite being the smallest camper on the team, James Clark. He's a smart, wiry guard prospect with the ability to get downhill and penetrate or access his quality midrange jumper. Clark finishes well around the basket but also looks to make the extra pass at a consistent rate. He proved to be a pesky on-ball defender and utilized his quickness to force turnovers. Next in his development process is working to refine his shooting mechanics, as it would make him a more reliable three-point shooter. Coach Cannon on Clark: 'James is deceptively quick and has a great change of direction. He's very coachable and finishes well for his size. James displays fairly unorthodox shooting mechanics but is great at getting out in transition and attacking the basket.' Clark enjoyed a quality showing at camp and has the tools to become a very useful high school contributor.
#1: 5'9 '22 Cayden Barnhardt (Rocky Mount)
Next, we look at a player that offered his team with a pretty useful perimeter shooting presence, Cayden Barnhardt. He's a wiry, team-first guard prospect with an active motor and the ability to make plays without requiring the ball in his hands. Barnhardt poses a nice spot-up threat from beyond the arc, but also shows a willingness to make the extra pass whenever possible. He defends well for his size and does a great job of giving effort as a rebounder. Next in his development process is working on his penetration ability, as it would complement his perimeter shooting nicely. Coach Cannon on Barnhardt: 'Cayden runs lanes very well. He's a great catch-and-shoot option that was very coachable. He sees the floor very well and proved to be a willing passer. Cayden understands spacing, finding the nooks and crannies, and is a smart player on both ends of the floor.' Barnhardt did a lot of things well during camp and should be able to carve out a solid role during the upcoming season.
#2: 5'10 '23 Emanuel Craig (Charlotte)
Moving onto a player that offered his team with a pretty steady, reliable presence on both ends of the floor, Emanuel Craig. He's a smart, quick, unselfish guard prospect with a tight handle and an excellent penetration sense. Craig makes up for his lack of size with poise, toughness, and change-of-direction. He's a useful perimeter shooter, especially from midrange, and understands how to set up others when attacking. 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 Cannon on Craig: 'Emanuel has quick-twitch fibers. He's very shifty and handles the ball very well with both hands. He's a solid finisher and passer that proved to be very coachable. Emanuel is a floor leader by example, controlling the break and advancing the ball well. He also listens very well.' Craig was an asset during camp, averaging 11 PPG, and should emerge as a quality contributor during the upcoming season.
#3: 6'0 '25 Daniel Guandolo (Charlotte)
Continuing onto a player that performed quite well despite being the youngest camper on this team, Daniel Guandolo. He's a wiry, long-bodied wing prospect with the tools and makings to become a quality perimeter shooter and spot-up threat. Guandolo knocked down multiple midrange jumpers and moved effectively without the ball to find open space on the court. He also played hard and gave great effort on defense. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more reliable penetrator. Coach Cannon on Guandolo: 'Daniel has a good shooting stroke. He needs to continue working on his ball-handling and quickness. He listens well, accepts coaching, and starting to come on late during camp. Daniel shot the ball with confidence as the weekend carried onward.' Guandolo enjoyed a solid showing at camp and could be a prospect to keep an eye on going forward, especially if he continues to work.
#4: 6'0 '22 Jack Turnbow (Fort Mill)
Next, we look at a player that made quite a lasting impression with his nonstop motor and blue-collar approach, Jack Turnbow. He's a smart, sturdy guard prospect that simply found ways to contribute and make plays. Turnbow displayed a willingness to make the hustle plays and do anything possible to provide his team with an edge. He shoots the ball at an efficient clip from midrange and beyond the arc, but can also effectively attack closeouts and finish or set up cutting teammates. Turnbow was also a great defender, both on and off-ball, and forced numerous turnovers throughout the weekend. 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 Cannon on Turnbow: 'Jack is a natural floor leader with great hustle and motor. He has great shooting mechanics and is very active on the defensive end of the floor. He talks actively on both ends and is very coachable. Jack adapts quickly and handles the ball well with both hands.' Turnbow was a strong asset during camp and should be poised for a productive upcoming season.
#5: 6'3 '21 Camren Little (Mint Hill)
Moving onto a player that seems to naturally affect the action with his glue-guy approach, Camren Little. He's a strong, well-rounded wing prospect with the ability to consistently do a little bit of everything on the court. Little is quite adaptable on both ends of the floor, able to operate in various different offensive roles while actively toggling between positions defensively. He's a quality athlete with IQ, length, and a clear team-first mentality at all times. Next in his development process is working on adding a few moves to his post arsenal, as it would allow him to take advantage of smaller opponents with relative ease. Coach Cannon on Little: 'Camren is a floor leader that actively communicates on both ends of the floor. He's a very good rebounder and starts breaks very well. Cam throws great outlet passes and displays very good floor vision. He's a solid defender with a solid midrange shot. He can attack the basket at will. Cam is very coachable and an extension of the coach on the floor.' Little enjoyed an excellent showing at camp and should emerge as a leader this season for Independence.
#6: 6'4 '24 Andrew Newton (Mooresville)
Continuing onto a player that showcased an intriguing crossroads between production and long-term upside, Andrew Newton. He's a long, wiry wing prospect with a pretty useful arsenal of skills and tools on either side of the ball. Newton is a nice midrange shooter and capable three-point shooter with vision and unselfishness. He also proved to be a solid on-ball defender with quality positioning and anticipation. 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. Coach Cannon on Newton: 'Andrew offers a good defensive presence and is a willing passer. He's very coachable and hasn't grown into his body yet. Andrew will be a moldable project as he enters high school.' Newton showed some great flashes during camp and could be one to keep an eye on going forward, especially if he continues to work.
#7: 6'4 '22 Chandler Cockrell (Battleboro)
Next, we look at a player that stood out nicely with his motor and ability to make an impact within the flow of the team structure, Chandler Cockrell. He's a long, wiry wing prospect with an extremely unselfish approach and willingness to make hustle plays on both ends of the floor. Cockrell offers a pretty well-rounded skillset and actively adapts to whatever his team truly needs on a given possession. He defends multiple positions, battles on the glass, and makes quality decisions on the offensive end of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher through traffic. Coach Cannon on Cockrell: 'Chandler has a good basketball IQ and leads by example. He has a nice shooting touch and communicates well on defense. Chandler has good shooting mechanics, crashes the boards well, and is a good all-around player. He's the ultimate teammate.' Cockrell proved to be an asset during camp and should be able to carve out a nice role during the upcoming season.
#8: 6'4 '21 Nate Willis (Knightdale)
Moving onto a player that showcased a ton of support and unselfishness after being sidelined with an injury, Nate Willis. He suffered an injury during drill stations and was unable to finish his time at camp. However, Willis returned to support his teammates. Coach Cannon on Willis: 'Nate got injured on our first day prior to game play. He showed up on day two to support the team. He's a good teammate, very encouraging, and showed signs of leadership and knowledge of the game from the bench, which was well-accepted by his teammates.' Willis' time was cut short, but he'll be back for one of the camps over the upcoming months.
#9: 7'0 '22 Micah Handlogten (Huntersville)
Finishing up, we look at a player that arguably possessed the highest ceiling of anyone in attendance, Micah Handlogten. He's a long, wiry, fundamental two-way post prospect with the ability to faceup or play with his back to the basket. Handlogten moves very well for his size and creates havoc defensively through positioning and understanding how to utilize his length to block shots. He secures rebounds at a strong rate, runs the floor well in transition, and can knock down perimeter jumpers as the trail option. Handlogten can make a lasting impact within his role or expand his production to be a focal point, simply based on team need. Next in his development process is working to add strength, as it would make him a more physically imposing player on both ends of the floor. Coach Cannon on Handlogten: 'Micah is very coachable with good basketball IQ and soft touch around the rim. He can shoot the ball from all three levels and runs the floor well. He could be more vocal on offense but is very unselfish and passes really well. He's very active on defense, quiet giant, and ultimate teammate.' Handlogten was one of the better two-way performers in attendance, averaging 10 PPG, and should have a very productive junior season at Southlake Christian.