Team 9
Coach: Ryan Breazeale
#15: 5’9 ’27 Eli Britt (Sumter)
Starting off, we look at a player who really impressed through his understanding of how to run a team, Eli Britt. He’s a smart, high-motor point guard prospect with quickness, scoring polish, and a crafty handle. Britt does a great job of breaking down defenses and creating shots for his teammates. However, he’s capable of applying efficient scoring pressure from the perimeter whenever necessary. Britt is a scrappy defender who plays with consistent energy and outworks opponents for extra possessions. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Breazeale on Britt: Eli is a legit point guard who has a quick handle and above-average vision. Communicates well but size may be an issue. Great leadership qualities with the ability to facilitate and knock down shots.” Britt did a lot of things well during camp and should be a key piece for Sumter going forward.
#21: 5’10 ’27 Tanner McCray (Irmo)
Next, we look at a player who provided an impactful identity on both ends of the floor, Tanner McCray. He’s a smart, unselfish point guard prospect with a nonstop motor and the ability to operate in various different roles. McCray handles the ball well as a creator, both for himself and others, and reliably dictates the action as a playmaker. He knocks down jumpers at a quality rate from midrange and beyond the arc, but is comfortable attacking the basket and finishing as needed. McCray is a reliable defender with a strong blend of quickness, toughness, and instincts. 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 Breazeale on McCray: “Tanner is a shifty point guard with a great defensive mindset. Can knock down three-pointers, attack the basket, and dish the rock. He has a great handle and minimizes turnovers.” McCray proved to be an asset during camp and should be a difference-maker for Irmo going forward.
#23: 5’10 ’27 Justin Downs (Woodmont)
Moving forward, we look at a player who highlighted a variety of intriguing flashes throughout the day, Justin Downs. He’s a scrappy guard prospect with a useful array of tools and the ability to play with or without the ball in his hands. Downs is arguably at his best when getting downhill and attacking the basket, but also displayed a solid jumper along the perimeter. He looks to push the break in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Breazeale on Downs: “Justin has a good attitude but a lot of things to improve on. Unsure if he loves the game. Needs to be more attentive on defense and take better shots to maximize his on-court presence.” Downs enjoyed a solid showing during his time at camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful piece with continued work.
#50: 6’1 ’27 Ty Shine (Augusta Christian)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who simply stands out through his ability to produce in every setting, Ty Shine. He’s a smart, skilled point guard prospect with dynamic athleticism and a rugged approach to the game. Shine is a polished creator who can generate clean looks for others or apply scoring pressure from all levels. He handles the ball with poise, makes intelligent decisions, and moves well as a cutter. Shine also stands out for his phenomenal energy as a defender and rebounder. He contains his assignment and forces turnovers at a quality rate. 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 Breazeale on Shine: “Ty is a strong guard who rebounds excellent for his position. Needs to work on shooting range and consistency from distance. Most aggressive on-ball pressure and forced a lot of turnovers. Vocal leader and quick with decisions.” Shine stood out as a leader during camp and should be a focal point for Augusta Christian going forward.
#76: 6’1 ’27 Terrion Mack (Blythewood)
Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his nonstop energy and ability to impact all facets of the game, Terrion Mack. He’s a smart, tough guard prospect with a high motor and well-rounded skillset. Mack handles the ball well, creates effectively for himself and others, and applies consistent scoring pressure from all levels. He’s a reliable spot-up threat who regularly exploits seams within the defense and finds opportunities as a cutter. On the other end, Mack is a rugged defender with the blend of quickness, physicality, and instincts to cause constant problems for his assignment. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him even tougher for opponents to contain. Coach Breazeale on Mack: “Terrion’s energy is very impressive. Wanted to guard the best opposing player each time. Finishes well in traffic. Nice handle and good defensive awareness. Can shoot the three or get to the rim with the best of them. Very vocal and humble kid with leadership characteristics.” Mack did a lot of things well during camp and should be a key piece for Blythewood going forward.
#144: 6’3 ’27 Malachi Hamlet (Gray Collegiate)
Moving forward, we look at a player who did a great job of filling in the gaps on both ends of the floor, Malachi Hamlet. He’s a scrappy, unselfish wing prospect with a high motor and quality feel for the game. Hamlet is comfortable operating as a creator with the ball in his hands and possesses a useful blend of vision, quickness, and scoring ability. He’s a quality finisher and lethal threat in the midrange, but also defers to others whenever necessary. Next in his development process is working on his consistency from beyond the arc, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Breazeale on Hamlet: “Malachi is a big body with long arms. Shot is a tad unorthodox but hard to block. Runs the screen and roll very well. Makes decent decisions on the court, but forced a few passes. Malachi has a big desire to win.” Hamlet made a solid impact during camp and should be a strong contributor for Gray Collegiate going forward.
#146: 6’3 ’27 Ethan Foser (Hilton Head Christian)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who stood out through his perimeter shooting and off-ball presence, Ethan Foser. He’s a smart, scrappy wing prospect with a high motor and low-maintenance identity. Foser is a knockdown shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, and displays a strong understanding of how to get shots within the flow of the offense. He moves very well without the ball, sets up early, and makes the extra pass as needed. Foser is a solid defender who competes with terrific energy and looks 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 more complete player. Coach Breazeale on Foser: “Ethan moves to find his shot and is great coming off screens. Needs to work on getting quicker. Has a winning mentality and makes the correct cuts when he doesn’t have the ball. Dribbles pretty well but struggles under pressure at times. Great player.” Foser made a strong impact during camp and will be a prospect to watch closely at Hilton Head Christian over the coming years.
#154: 6’4 ’27 Robert Wylie (Ridge View)
Next, we look at a player who clearly made his presence felt as one of the top campers on display, Robert Wylie. He’s a smart, strong, athletic wing prospect with an excellent combination of size, skill, and all-around ability. Wylie touches the paint whenever he desires, finishes through contact, and knocks down shots at a quality rate. He’s a willing passer who makes unselfish decisions with the ball in his hands. Wylie is an incredible defender with the ability to suffocate opponents and force turnovers on a regular basis. He rebounds at a high volume and pushes the break well in transition. Next in his development process is working to become a craftier ball-handler, as it would make him virtually impossible for opponents to contain. Coach Breazeale on Wylie: “Robert is a super athlete who plays above the rim. Calm and relaxed. Has the ability to get to the rim at will. Nice midrange game. Wasn’t hitting threes today but his mechanics looked good. Strong body and loves to play defense. Works hard and is very respectful. Very high potential.” Wylie impressed during his time at camp and could be a prospect worthy of national attention sooner than later.
#164: 6’6 ’27 Jayden Heggins (Westwood)
Finishing up, we look at a player who already knows how to impact the game in several ways, Jayden Heggins. He’s a strong, explosive forward/post prospect with a physically imposing frame and the ability to overwhelm opponents on both ends of the floor. Heggins is able to finish through contact, score out of the post, and knock down jumpers at a quality percentage. He utilizes his body and positions himself well to block shots and secure rebounds. Heggins displays nice timing around the basket and knows how to run the floor effectively in transition. 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 Breazeale on Heggins: “Jayden is a very explosive athlete who dunks everything around the rim. Strong rebounder and great shot-blocker. Has a nice jumper. Guards the perimeter very well. Vocal as a dog. Wants to win and doesn’t mind using his body. Has a lot of potential. Needs to work on developing his handle.” Heggins did a lot of things well during camp and should be a name to monitor at Westwood over the foreseeable future.