Team 2
Coach: Angus Anderson
#8: 5’9 ’26 Nico Byrd (Legion Collegiate)
Starting off, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his shooting prowess, Nico Byrd. He’s a scrappy, unselfish guard prospect who can initiate the offense and get others involved in the action. That being said, Byrd is quite comfortable at playing without the ball and knocking down perimeter jumpers off the catch. He’s a quality passer who consistently looks to make the right play with the ball in his hands. Byrd also provides a steady defensive and transition presence. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him a more lethal spot-up threat. Coach Anderson on Byrd: “Nico was a pleasure to coach. Didn’t find out what kind of shooter he was until halfway through our second game. Wish he played with more confidence and was more vocal. The talent is there with a lot of room for growth.” Byrd did a lot of things well during camp and should be a key piece for Legion Collegiate over these next two seasons.
#11: 5’10 ’26 Cortavious Tate Smith (Gaffney)
Next, we look at a player who stood out through his impressive downhill ability, Cortavious Tate Smith. He’s a smart, unselfish guard prospect with an extremely tight handle and lethal penetration sense. Smith touches the paint at will, where he’s able to finish through contact or make passes to open teammates. He’s a great midrange shooter and playmaker who sees the floor well when attacking. Smith also provides solid energy as a defender at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on his consistency from beyond the arc, as it would make him more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Anderson on Smith: “Cortavious “Q” Smith was a pleasure to coach. When he was able to attack the defense he often made the correct plays, whether finding open teammates or finishing off two feet. I would like to see more elevation on his jumper and for him to play engaged more frequently.” Smith enjoyed a quality showing at camp and will be a difference-maker for Gaffney over the coming years.
#27: 6’0 ’26 Drew Quinn (Westminster Catawba)
Moving forward, we look at a player who simply knows how to produce alongside any collection of teammates, Drew Quinn. He’s a smart, unselfish guard prospect with a nonstop motor and adaptable identity on both ends of the floor. Quinn is a knockdown shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, who makes the extra pass and attacks closeouts as needed. He moves well as a cutter and can handle the ball as needed. Quinn also stands out as a solid defender with phenomenal instincts to intercept passing lanes and force turnovers. Next in his development process is working on his involvement as a rebounder, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Anderson on Quinn: “Loved coaching Drew. Ultimate team player who did everything he could to help his team. Made a lot of shots for our team. Would like to see him rebound more.” Quinn proved to be an asset during camp and should be a useful piece for Westminster Catawba over these next few seasons.
#31: 6’1 ’25 Eyan Byrd (Legion Collegiate)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who showcased a polished, well-rounded identity, Eyan Byrd. He’s a skilled, high-motor guard prospect with a crafty handle and smooth scoring arsenal. Byrd is a quality shooter from midrange and beyond the arc, but also attacks closeouts as needed and sets up others at a strong rate. Whether knocking down shots, touching the paint, or making plays in transition, he’s a reliable offensive threat. On the other end, Byrd stands out as a great defender with the quickness and toughness to cause consistent problems for opponents. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Anderson on Byrd: “Eyan is a crafty guard that sometimes overdribbles the basketball. Displayed the ability to knock down shots, but I would like to see him get the offense moving before creating for himself.” Byrd made his presence felt during camp and should be poised for a productive senior season at Legion Collegiate
#44: 6’2 ’25 Jovon Nasir Berry (Nation Ford)
Next, we look at a player who really impressed through his production and all-around polish, Jovon Nasir Berry. He’s a tough, skilled guard prospect with a high motor, smooth handle, and effortless scoring prowess. Berry is a reliable creator for himself and others, and mixes it up well as a scorer from all levels. He’s comfortable at running the offense or producing in spot-up situations. Berry is a quality defender who contains his assignment, forces turnovers at a strong rate, and sees the floor very well in transition. He also rebounds well for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find even more opportunities as a spot-up threat. Coach Anderson on Berry: “Nas is a knockdown shooter who can create for himself and others. Sometimes forced bad shots and missed open teammates, but he made a lot of those shots. Big-time competitor!” Berry proved to be a difference-maker during camp and should be a target for college coaches over the coming months.
#47: 6’3 ’25 Shannon Davis (Crestwood)
Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his nonstop motor and impactful two-way identity, Shannon Davis. He’s a tough, well-rounded guard prospect who can do a healthy amount of everything on the court. Davis is a reliable scoring option from all levels, displaying the necessary handle, perimeter shooting, and penetration ability to apply constant pressure. That being said, he’s comfortable with or without the ball in his hands. Davis is a great defender with quickness and anticipation instincts to force turnovers. He’s also a capable rebounder. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him an even better spot-up threat. Coach Anderson on Davis: “Shannon is a competitor that always plays hard. Does a lot of things really well. I would like to see fewer forced shots and more getting the team involved early in possessions.” Davis made a strong impact during camp and should be poised for a highly productive senior season at Crestwood.
#48: 6’3 ’25 Halen Moss (Dreher)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who really stood out through his phenomenal energy and unselfishness, Halen Moss. He’s a smart, team-oriented wing prospect with a high motor, wiry frame, and great nose for the ball. Moss is a natural glue-guy who genuinely doesn’t need touches to impact a game. He’s a reliable shooter and finisher who consistently looks to make the extra pass and locate the best available option for his team. Moss is a terrific off-ball mover who understands how to bend the defense to generate openings for himself and others. On the other end, he provides excellent energy as a defender and rebounder. Moss excels at outworking opponents and making hustle plays. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Anderson on Moss: “Halen was a pleasure to coach. Team player. Wish he demanded more touches. Kid plays the right way.” Moss proved to be an asset during camp and should be a vital piece for Dreher entering his upcoming senior season.
#52: 6’3 ’25 Jordan Watford (Lancaster)
Next, we look at a player who was easily among the most dominant campers on display, Jordan Watford. He’s a smart, tough, versatile wing prospect who can do essentially everything on the court at a high level. Watford is an unstoppable penetrator who truly gets to the rim whenever he desires, where he’s able to set up others or finish seemingly everything he attempts. He plays extremely well through contact when driving, finishing, and defending. Watford displays a highly intelligent, unselfish mentality and understands how to consistently make the right play with the ball in his hands. Between his vision, creation skills, and general leadership, it’s easy to see how he makes his presence felt offensively. On the other end, Watford is a terrific rebounder with the ability to defend all positions. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Anderson on Watford: “Jordan is one of my favorite kids to coach. Team leader. Does everything at a high level. Hands-down the MVP of this camp.” Watford clearly stood out as one of the top performers and should be one of the top players in South Carolina this season.
#55: 6’4 ’25 Kevin Dukes (Cane Bay)
Moving forward, we look at a player who stood out through his strength and overall polish, Kevin Dukes. He’s a smart, tough, physically overwhelming wing/forward prospect with useful creation skills and scoring instincts from all levels. Dukes is a reliable shooter and excellent finisher who plays well through contact around the basket. He plays hard defensively and naturally causes problems for opponents when guarding the ball. Dukes forces turnovers and rebounds with consistency on both ends of the floor. He also makes hustle plays as needed and applies quality pressure 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 Anderson on Dukes: “Kevin has a strong frame and finishes well at the rim. He did a great job of cutting for layups. Needs to work on his transition defense.” Dukes enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a focal point for Cane Bay during his upcoming senior season.
#76: 6’7 ’25 Elijah Smith (Wilson)
Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses an enticing crossroads between productivity and long-term upside, Elijah Smith. He’s a strong, athletic post prospect with a nice motor and very unselfish approach to the game. Smith is a terrific midrange shooter, but also finds a lot of success as a finisher, passer, and overall defender. He handles the ball well for his size and understands how to make decisions off the bounce. Smith utilizes his blend of motor, length, and fluidity to be disruptive defensively. He’s a capable rebounder but has the tools to control the glass. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find more scoring opportunities. Coach Anderson on Smith: “Elijah’s game feels somewhat raw, but he clearly has a high ceiling. Pleasure to coach. Impacts the game well as an athletic rim-runner. Never gives up.” Smith made a quality impact during camp and should be a key piece for Wilson this season.