Team 7
Coach: Kelvin Mills
#10: 5’8 ’25 Nate Jarrell (Eugene Ashley)
Starting things off, we look at a player that competed and produced quite nicely despite his lack of size, Nate Jarrell. He’s a young, scrappy guard prospect with an active motor, unselfish approach, and quality spot-up presence from midrange and beyond the arc. Jarrell competes hard at all times and understands how to move properly without the ball. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more reliable ball-handler. Coach Mills on Jarrell: “Nate is small but quick. He has a high IQ and thinks through the game. He’s somewhat of a slow-starter who has to find his spots, but is lights-out once he gets going. Nate sees the floor well and displays a good court sense. Nate needs to work on his off-hand, but still found many opportunities to make plays over the weekend. I expect him to be a strong contributor for his high school team.” Jarrell enjoyed a solid showing at camp and will be a prospect to keep an eye on throughout his continued progression.
#55: 6’0 ’22 Antoine Grant (Summerville)
Next, we look at a player that arguably shined as the main catalyst for this team, Antoine Grant. He’s a tough, scrappy, high-motor guard prospect with a strong penetration sense and the ability to overwhelm his assignment defensively. Grant finishes well, can knock down the open jumper, and displayed a willingness to set up others whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on looking to attack the basket more often, as he can unnecessarily settle for three-pointers. Coach Mills on Grant: “Antione is an outstanding defender with quick feet, hands, and a tough streak. He plays hard and takes no possessions off. Antione asserts himself as a scorer from all three levels and plays effectively without the ball in his hands. He’s a strong bully guard with Chris Paul-like attributes and vocal leadership. Antoine made a lot of plays at camp and should emerge as a strong contributor throughout the upcoming season. He needs to work on his right hand, though defenders can’t seem to stop him from going left.” Grant stood out with consistent production and should be an asset for Summerville during his senior campaign.
#58: 6’0 ’23 James Barber (Myers Park)
Moving onto a player that arguably stood out as the main glue-guy for this team during his time at camp, James Barber. He’s an unselfish, high-motor guard prospect with the necessary skillset and approach to thrive within his role on either end of the floor. Barber is a useful shooter, passer, defender, and rebounder with a willingness to make hustle plays as needed. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Mills on Barber: “James is a smart player. He’s the glue-guy that every team must have. He’s a team-player with an excellent attitude. Offers playmaking with a high motor. Make no mistake, this kid gets buckets. James is an all-around ball player that is very productive around the basket. His midrange game is old-school, and he will give you a quiet ten points and ten rebounds every game. James will make any team he plays on visibly better. He can continue to work on his off-hand!” Barber found various opportunities during camp and should be able to carve out a nice role for Myers Park going forward.
#130: 6’2 ’25 Jude Rutherford (Metrolina Christian)
Continuing onto a player that possesses a nice crossroads between productivity and long-term upside, Jude Rutherford. He’s a young, wiry wing/forward prospect with a pretty enticing collection of skills, especially at this stage in his progression. Rutherford is quite well-rounded and understands how to do a little bit of everything while still operating within the frame work of the team structure. Next in his development process is working on adding strength, as it would only help prepare him for the physicality of the high school game. Coach Mills on Rutherford: “Jude is a spot-up shooter with a high basketball IQ. He’s an all-around player that likes to play team ball. He rebounds on both ends, and runs the floor extremely well in transition. Jude plays an attacking style with obvious confidence. He plays bigger than his size would imply and makes up for his lack of height with good speed and footwork. Jude operates well without the ball, thinking multiple plays ahead, and loves to take the big shot but also makes the right pass. He’s the average guy who does above-average things on the basketball court.” Rutherford displayed a lot of positive flashes at camp and will be a prospect to monitor over the coming years.
#133: 6’3 ’23 Michael Parrish (Fort Mill)
Next, we look at a player that didn’t necessarily require the ball in his hands in order to make a steady impact, Michael Parrish. He’s a long, scrappy wing/forward prospect with a sturdy frame, active motor, and clear willingness to do whatever possible to provide his team with an edge. Parrish is a terrific teammate, both on and off the court, and looks to encourage others at all times. He makes the extra pass, scores as needed, and doesn’t force the action on either side of the ball. Next in his development process is working to become a better three-point shooter, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Mills on Parrish: “Michael plays defense with a tenacity; he takes it person, something that every coach should look for in a kid. He took pride in guarding his man. He displays good range and release time on his shot out to twenty feet. He needs to put on muscle on his long frame, but still stands as a serviceable combo guard. Michael should be a key piece for his high school team.” Parrish shined through the little things at camp and should emerge as a capable contributor sooner than later for Fort Mill.
#134: 6’3 ’23 Palmer Crichton (East Lincoln)
Moving onto a player that arguably has as much long-term appeal as any camper on this team, Palmer Crichton. He’s a wiry, long-bodied guard prospect with IQ, size, excellent creation skills, and the ability to apply strong scoring pressure from all three levels. Crichton makes a constant impact in all facets of the game, given his defense, rebounding, passing, and overall spot-up presence. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Mills on Crichton: “Palmer is a smart, unselfish guard prospect with nice vision and the ability to apply scoring pressure with or without the ball in his hands. He creates well within the team concept on both ends of the floor and proved to be an excellent defender. He makes an impact on both sides of the ball. Palmer is intelligent, plays hard, rebounds, cooks, cleans; the man does it all. His high school should thank their lucky stars to have him. He will take a team to the next level.” Crichton stood out as one of the top performers at camp and should be a clear leader for East Lincoln over the foreseeable future.
#180: 6’7 ’22 Gabe Bennett (Western Alamance)
Finishing up, we look at a player that made a pretty lasting impression with his unselfish mentality and floor-spacing ability, Gabe Bennett. He’s a big, strong-bodied forward/post prospect with a high motor, quality rebounding presence, and the ability to excel within his role on either end of the floor. Bennett finishes well with either hand and out of the post—with a variety of effective moves. Next in his development process is working on his ability to get back on defense in transition, as it would make him a better overall teammate. Coach Mills on Bennett: “Gabe has good footwork and has been blessed with good hands. He’s excellent around the basket and can finish with both hands. He’s a good three-point shooter in the pick-and-pop. Gabe steps out and shoots a high percentage from distance. He needs to make time to play as much basketball as he can, and attend every camp that he can find. He gave phenomenal effort during camp and possesses clear upside. He is one to keep an eye on going forward.” Bennett proved to be an asset during camp and should be able to enjoy a productive senior season at Western Alamance.