Player: Joe Rhyne
Height: 6'3
Class: 2024
School: Gaston Christian

New names pop up all over the state every year, which is why getting an early glimpse of the talent during the summer and throughout our Open Gym Tour is so important.  One player that should receive more attention and will be a name to watch is 2024 6'3 Joe Rhyne from Gaston Christian.  We learned about this young man during the Myers Park Summer League, where he showcased his lethal shooting ability from deep.  He continued to showcase that shooting ability with Team Charlotte over the summer and did the same recently in Gaston Christian's open gym.

To put it as easy as possible, Rhyne can be an absolute sniper on the floor and has the full green light to let it go when he is on the court.  He has really good size for his age, has only gotten bigger and stronger, while also developing his IQ and feel for the game.  Rhyne has a smooth, confident release from all over the floor, but is also quick on his feet, moves well as a defender, and has a natural feel for the game. 

When watching this young man operate, love his competitive nature that comes out on the court, as he plays hard, understands where he is best, and really continues to increase his game and how he can attack.  Rhyne is going to be a big part of Gaston Christian's success.  Coming off a season in which he averaged 8.3 points, shot 43 percent from the field and from three, and also averaged two rebounds and two assists, expect Rhyne's numbers to only increase from there.  That is why he should be a name for college coaches to really monitor.