Team 1
Coach: Ethan Reece
#17: 5’0 ’29 Austin Kelly (Blythewood)
Starting things off, we look at a player who made a consistent impact despite his lack of size, Austin Kelly. He’s a wiry, unselfish guard prospect who possesses a high motor and solid understanding of how to make plays with the ball in his hands. Kelly is a capable penetrating threat who handles the ball well and sets up others at a nice rate. He also provides a steady defensive presence and contains his assignment well at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it will only make him a better at playing through contact. Coach Reece on Kelly: “Austin was the smallest player in his age division, and possibly among the youngest in our group. Provides genuine effort and usually looking in the right places, even if he’s not able to execute plays. He has a solid handle but will need to get quicker/craftier as a small point guard.” Kelly enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should continue to progress over the coming years.
#39: 5’5 ’28 Zach Perry (Greenville)
Next, we look at a player who showcased a strong combination of skills and physical tools, Zach Perry. He’s a smart, lightning-quick guard prospect with a tight handle, sharp vision, and the ability to apply constant pressure as a penetrator. Perry does a great job of getting others involved as a playmaker, but can also create his own shot with relative ease. He possesses a great midrange pull-up and finishes well for his size. Perry is also a reliable on-ball defender who forces turnovers on a regular basis. Next in his development process is working on his consistency from beyond the arc, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Reece on Perry: “Zach is a quick and athletic guard. Primarily best at pressuring the ball and pushing the break after forcing turnovers. Displayed more of a downhill presence. Seems more comfortable in transition over slowed down half-court action.” Perry did a lot of things well at camp and will be a prospect to watch develop going forward.
#42: 5’6 ’28 Ryan Perry (Greenville)
Moving onto a player who made a lasting impression with his tough, well-rounded identity, Ryan Perry. He’s a smart, rugged, extremely quick guard prospect who displays a calm demeanor at all times. Perry is a polished creator who scores the ball with efficiency from all levels and consistently generates opportunities for others. He touches the paint, finishes with both hands, and makes hustle plays whenever possible. Perry is also a quality all-around defender who contains his assignment and forces turnovers at a strong rate. He pushes the break in transition and makes great decisions with the ball in his hands. Next in his development process is simply working to get stronger, as it will help prepare him for the increased physicality of the high school game. Coach Reece on Perry: “Ryan is quite comfortable on the perimeter and stood out similarly to his brother on defense. Good shooter, but can be more aggressive at times. Produces well in half-court situations.” Perry proved to be an asset at camp and has the tools to become a notable piece over the coming years.
#52: 5’8 ’28 Justin Haggler (Kernersville)
Continuing onto a player who legitimately excelled at producing within the flow of the action, Justin Haggler. He’s a long, wiry, high-motor guard with a strong IQ and noticeably unselfish approach to the game. Haggler is a reliable shooter, finisher, and passer who naturally does a healthy amount of everything on the court. He handles the ball as needed and makes quality decisions when creating. Haggler rebounds very well for his size/position and pushes the break effectively in transition. He displays great instincts and overall defensive prowess. Haggler also stood out through his off-ball presence. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a better on-ball defender. Coach Reece on Haggler: “Justin is a perfect team player who is easy to coach. It’s rare to see a middle-school kid that understands how to move without the ball and finish off cuts. Strong finisher. In a structured setting, he’ll find a lot of success as a glue-guy that can quietly fill it up and make big plays.” Haggler really shined throughout his time at camp and has the tools to be an impactful piece over the foreseeable future.
#53: 5’8 ’29 Kevin McBride Jr. (Albemarle)
Next, we look at a player who did a phenomenal job of producing in a role and making a consistent impact, Kevin McBride Jr. He’s a long, sturdy prospect with a high IQ, unselfish approach, and very useful array of skills. McBride is an excellent finisher, sharp passer, and reliable shooting threat who can attack off the bounce and make plays for himself or others. His physicality and high motor are especially evident on the glass, where he’s terrific at securing rebounds and pushing the break or capitalizing on second-chance opportunities. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more lethal penetrating threat. Coach Reece on McBride: “Kevin was much better in games than stations. Unassuming baller, great plug-in piece that makes extra passes, rebounds, and won’t make mistakes. He has a good build and is quicker than he looks. Can finish well and understands how to utilize his body to his advantage.” McBride did a lot of things well at camp and should be a prospect to monitor over the coming years.
#54: 5’8 ’29 Rowan Fitzgibbons (Mt. Airy)
Moving onto a player who already possesses a quality array of skills and overall understanding of the game, Rowan Fitzgibbons. He’s a smart, skilled, wiry guard prospect who is comfortable in a variety of different roles. Fitzgibbons creates well, both for himself and others, and is capable of applying efficient scoring pressure from all levels. He’s a great spot-up threat who moves well without the ball. Fitzgibbons displays nice quickness and instincts defensively. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing defender. Coach Reece on Fitzgibbons: “Rowan is primarily a catch-and-shoot threat right now. He lacks strength and aggression with his drives despite being a good ball-handler. Rowan shoots well but can take too many deep threes. Given his gene pool, Rowan probably has a big growth spurt and will develop into a stronger frame in the new few years.” Fitzgibbons enjoyed a quality showing at camp and has the tools to be a notable prospect sooner than later.
#66: 5’11 ’28 Ethan Hurley (Mooresville)
Continuing onto a player who consistently stood out through his ability to affect all facets of the game, Ethan Hurley. He’s a smart, skilled, well-rounded prospect with size, unselfishness, and a nonstop motor on both ends of the floor. Hurley finished, knocked down jumpers, and found success with or without the ball in his hands. He routinely made hustle plays and filled in the gaps whenever necessary, but also confidently set the tone as needed. Hurley also proved to be an excellent defender and two-way rebounder. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Reece on Hurley: “Ethan was the best defender on our team. Very quick and possesses active hands. Skilled finisher with the pull-up game to be a sound stretch option. Excellent in stations, first up to do everything and never complains when others didn’t pass. Got after it in other ways to create his own looks.” Hurley made a lasting impression with his play at camp and will be a prospect to keep an eye on going forward.
#67: 5’11 ’28 Gary Grear (Mooresville)
Next, we look at a player who highlight a skilled, versatile identity, Gary Grear. He’s a smart, well-rounded wing prospect with size, toughness, and the ability to produce in several different roles. Grear is a quality creator, both for himself and others, and finishes consistently around the basket. He’s a terrific shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc, but knows how/when to attack closeouts off the bounce. Grear also made a variety of nice passes and maintained a strong rebounding presence on the glass. Next in his development process is working on his attentiveness as an off-ball defender, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Reece on Grear: “Gary displayed the best feel of anyone on the team. Great pull-up shooter with the sense/footwork to score in traffic. Plays at his own pace, but needs to use his playmaking abilities to set up others as well (more often). Has good touch as a passer.” Grear proved to be an asset during his time at camp and should be a prospect to monitor over the coming years.
#80: 6’1 ’28 Trevor Holland (Reidsville)
Moving onto a player who consistently found ways to produce within the flow of the action, Trevor Holland. He’s a skilled, sturdy wing/forward prospect with nice size and the ability to play inside or along the perimeter. Holland is a great penetrator, finisher, and overall ball-handler. He’s quicker than he appears and provides a consistent rebounding presence on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on his transition defense, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Reece on Holland: “Trevor is a very skilled player. Needs to know how to utilize his skill more. Quick and athletic for his size. Usually in good defensive position but has the tendency to swat down too much (often leading to fouls). Great when running the floor and making quick moves. Can try too hard to be a guard at times. Needs to finish better on offensive rebounds.” Holland did a lot of things well at camp and has the tools to become a quality high school player over the foreseeable future.
#81: 6’1 ’28 Dorian Moore (Winston-Salem)
Finishing up, we look at a player who easily stood out as one of the most physically imposing campers on display, Dorian Moore. He’s a long, athletic prospect who possesses a nonstop motor and incredible nose for the ball. Moore was easily among the best rebounders on display, regularly securing multiple boards within the same possession and consistently capitalizing on second-chance opportunities. He utilizes his length well as a finisher, interior defender, and two-way rebounder. Moore displays feel and unselfishness on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better ball-handler. Coach Reece on Moore: “Dorian is a crazy athletic, high-motor guy who provides great effort and persistence for the ball (ball hawk). Super long, quick, and can get downhill at will. Knocked down three-pointers, but definitely better when attacking the basket. With more coordination/control, Dorian will be a monster and real problem for opponents. He can work on maintaining his high effort until the final buzzer.” Moore was a top performer at camp, earning an All-Star selection, and will be a prospect to keep an eye on going forward.
