6’8 Richard Goods (Grimsley)
Given the fact that his recruitment has steadily picked up, it remains clear that Richard Goods possesses the tools to be a quality piece at the next level. Although he’s always been a useful player, his game made noticeable strides under Coach Corbett. This season, Goods prioritized anchoring the paint on both ends of the floor. He rebounded, blocked shots, and scored at a seemingly nonstop rate. Goods is a long, athletic big man with touch, strength, and a physical nature. He has the ability to space the floor as needed, but is undoubtedly at his best when stationed around the basket. After recently collecting offers from NJIT and St. Peter’s, it’ll be interesting to see where he ends up.
6’4 Felipe Patino (Winston-Salem Christian)
In a time where shooting is more valuable than ever, one would think that someone like Felipe Patino would be an obvious target for college coaches to pursue. The combination of IQ, size, and shot-making alone should appeal to tons of programs. Add in his understanding of how to be a low-maintenance cog within a team structure while consistently excelling in spot-up situations, and it’s perplexing why he doesn’t have more offers. Patino is comfortable attacking closeouts and finishing or setting up others. That being said, he knows his strengths and produces alongside any collection of teammates. Patino is a definite asset at the next level.
7’0 Ebrima Jabbi (Combine Academy)
Considering how much he’s developed over the last year or two, it’s surprising that Ebrima Jabbi has no real action within his recruitment. At 7-foot, his size alone should appeal to teams. However, Jabbi is a team-oriented big man who plays hard and anchors the paint on both ends of the floor. He’s an active rebounder and shot-altering presence with the ability to finish around the basket as needed. Jabbi possesses nice length and fluidity. He also runs the floor well in transition.
5’10 Keenan Wilkins (Christ School)
Although he’s received more offers than some of the others listed, it feels like Keenan Wilkins definitely warrants respect from college coaches. Not only has he made the transition from scoring guard to balanced floor general, his teams win at an extremely high level. It’s probably not talked about enough that Wilkins has won back-to-back state championships in addition to another appearance with Hendersonville. Across his five seasons, he’s gone 121-20 while amassing 2581 points, 410 rebounds, 447 assists, and 340 blocks. For reference, that number would rank fifth all-time in the NCHSAA record books for points. Even removing his most productive scoring season, Wilkins would’ve still notched over 1800 points. Regardless, Wilkins produces and his teams win—point blank.
6’4 Jordan Patton (Chambers)
Rounding out this group, Jordan Patton is someone who should have more next-level opportunities. It simply doesn’t make sense. After freshman and sophomore seasons of limited playing time, Patton has been a model of pure consistency. He’s a big, strong, athletic wing prospect with incredibly useful versatility on both ends of the floor. Patton is capable of initiating the offense, applying pressure as a penetrator, and hitting shots along the perimeter. His high motor and rugged, physical approach allow him to rebound like a big man. Patton possesses the necessary strength, mobility, and quickness to reliably toggle between multiple positions defensively.
