Team 5
Coach: Sakellie Daniels
#30: 5’9 ’26 Jayen Reeves (Palisades)
Starting off, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his motor and unselfish approach to the game, Jayen Reeves. He’s a smart, quick guard prospect who can initiate the offense or apply pressure as an off-ball threat. Reeves is a reliable shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc—especially in spot-up situations. He’s a willing passer who handles the ball well and defends with terrific energy. Reeves also looked 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 better finisher around the basket. Coach Daniels on Reeves: “Jayen is quick, athletic, and offers fierce competitiveness. Scrappy and gets into every play. Stay engaged! Don’t take any plays off. Jayen had a great attitude and accepted coaching well.” Reeves enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a useful contributor for Palisades over these next few seasons.
#53: 5’11 ’25 Martiste Mills (Hendersonville)
Next, we look at a player who showcased a clear willingness to do whatever possible to provide his team with an edge, Martiste Mills. He’s a smart, tough guard prospect with a scrappy nature and impactful presence on both ends of the floor. Mills did a terrific job of filling in the gaps offensively, displaying the ability to handle the ball, make the extra pass, and score within the flow of the action. However, he was arguably even more impactful on defense. Mills is a great on-ball defender with the quickness and instincts to force turnovers at a solid rate. 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 Daniels on Mills: “Martiste is a pure competitor. Plays bigger than what his listed height states. He can work on ball controls and overall shot selection but still stood out as an impactful player.” Mills did a lot of things well at camp and should be a solid contributor for Hendersonville this season.
#62: 6’0 ’26 Chase Gilmore (West Johnston)
Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his polished skillset, Chase Gilmore. He’s a smart, well-rounded guard prospect who can produce in a variety of different roles. Gilmore is a solid creator with useful vision, quickness, and an unselfish nature. He’s a capable penetrating threat but is clearly at his best when applying pressure as a perimeter shooter. Gilmore knocks down shots at a high clip from beyond the arc and possesses a reliable pull-up jumper from midrange. On the other end, he offers a steady defensive presence and makes 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 Daniels on Gilmore: “Chase can really fill it up on offense. Solid player but can sometimes be too quiet on the floor. Would love to see him play hard on every possession.” Gilmore stood out as a difference-maker at camp, finishing eighth in scoring at 15.7 PPG, and should be able to carve out a solid role for West Johnston going forward.
#63: 6’0 ’26 MJ Ashley (Southern Durham)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who stood out among the top performers in attendance, MJ Ashley. He’s a smart, sturdy guard prospect with a lethal shooting stroke from the perimeter. Ashely displayed range, mechanics, and the ability to heat up quickly. That being said, he also appeared comfortable attacking closeouts and finishing or locating open teammates. Ashley is a solid defender and capable rebounder who knows how to get to his spots in transition. Although he’s capable of initiating the offense, Ashely is at his best when applying pressure from beyond the arc. Next in his development process is working on his ball-handling ability, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Daniels on Ashley: “MJ can shoot the lights out. He has nice range but would benefit from expanding the rest of his guard skills. MJ made a great impact but can work on being more than a shooter.” Ashely proved to be an asset at camp, averaging 11.0 PPG and earning the Playmaker Award, and should play a meaningful role for Southern Durham this season.
#87: 6’2 ’26 Cameron Simmons (Reagan)
Next, we look at a player who offered a steady, reliable presence on both ends of the floor, Cameron Simmons. He’s a steady, team-oriented guard prospect with a nice blend of quickness, perimeter shooting, and penetration ability. Simmons is a capable ball-handler and scorer who understands how to fill in the gaps offensively. He’s a reliable defender who does the little things and plays with great energy 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 find more open scoring opportunities. Coach Daniels on Simmons: “Cameron is a solid player and great teammate. He can work on being more aggressive rather than letting the game come to him. I’d like to see him start the game in attack mode.” Simmons enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be an impactful contributor for Reagan over these next two seasons.
#88: 6’2 ’26 Ty Gorman (Christ the King)
Moving forward, we look at a player who regularly found ways to make his presence felt within the flow of the action, Ty Gorman. He’s a wiry, high-motor guard prospect with a quality IQ and unselfish approach to the game. Gorman displayed the ability to score from all levels as needed, but arguably made the biggest impact through his passing and defense. Gorman looked to set up others at a strong rate and locate the best available shot with the ball in his hands. He contained his assignment well defensively and made hustle plays with regularity. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would allow him to become a better creator. Coach Daniels on Gorman: “Ty has a great attitude and does a terrific job of listening. He’s the type of teammate who gives it all on both ends of the floor. Continue to be aggressive and look to impact plays.” Gorman did a variety of things well during his time at camp and should be a useful piece for Christ the King going forward.
#104: 6’3 ’25 Micah Stone (Southern Alamance)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who continues to make strides within his overall identity, Micah Stone. He’s a long, wiry wing prospect with the ability to produce in several different roles. Stone plays hard, especially on defense, and forces turnovers at a quality rate. He battles for rebounds and extra possessions whenever possible. Stone is capable of doing a little bit of everything offensively but doesn’t require the ball to be impactful. Next in his development process is working on becoming a craftier ball-handler, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Daniels on Stone: “Micah plays with confidence. He can continue to work on his fundamentals. Micah does a great job of playing to his strengths. He had a great attitude and accepted coaching well throughout the day.” Stone made his presence felt at camp and should be able to have a productive senior season for Southern Alamance.
#117: 6’4 ’27 Seth Harris (Western Guilford)
Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses all the tools to have a breakout season, Seth Harris. He’s a long, athletic wing prospect who consistently impacts the game on both ends of the floor. Harris is an excellent perimeter shooter with the ability to spot-up or generate clean looks off the dribble. He attacks closeouts and finishes very well around the basket—above the rim and through contact. Harris is a capable passer who will set up others when necessary. On the other end, he stands out as a versatile defender and strong rebounder for his size/position. Harris is capable of advancing the ball or pushing the break in transition. Next in his development process is working on becoming a craftier ball-handler, as it will prepare him for his upcoming duties as a creator. Coach Daniels on Harris: “Seth is a super-athletic player. He’s a disciplined workhorse who makes plays on both ends of the floor. Seth displayed a high motor and unselfish approach to the game.” Harris had a strong showing at camp, finishing fifth in scoring at 16.7 PPG and earning the Hustle Award. Expect him to have a highly productive year at Western Guilford.