At the beginning of each new year, Phenom Hoops works to assemble a series of articles centered around unsigned senior prospects. Last season, over a hundred players from North Carolina went on to play at the Division I, II, III, or NAIA levels, and that number looks likely to continue increasing with the current senior class. Typically, we take a closer look at guys who are overlooked and under-recruited, and today's edition will highlight Asa White of Combine Academy. 

We've watched White in every possible setting, including at our most recent NC Top 80, where we stated, 'Finishing up, we look at a player who continues to showcase steady growth in his progression, Asa White. He's a long, wiry, mobile post prospect with a low-maintenance identity and the ability to make plays without requiring a ton of touches. White plays hard, alters shots, and rebounds the ball at a nice rate on both ends of the floor. He moves very well for his size and knows how to run the floor properly in transition. White finishes well, both above and below the rim, and can knock down open midrange jumpers as needed. Next in his development process is working to add strength, as it'll allow him to become a more physical interior piece on both ends of the floor. Coach Collins on White: 'Asa has good size and length. I would like to see him be more engaged at times as a rebounder. His lanky frame and mobility can be his ticket. As he realizes this and continues to work on his game, he will be one to watch.' White enjoyed a quality showing at camp, and should be a useful contributor during his upcoming senior campaign at Combine Academy.'

This season, White has thrived as a long, high-motor forward/post player who provides consistent energy on both ends of the floor. He's a capable finisher with solid touch and the necessary athleticism to meet opponents at the rim, but can also knock down the midrange jumper when available. White moves well for his size, rebounds at a consistent rate, and runs the floor hard in transition. He does a lot of the dirty work and little things that teams simply require to win games. It's surprising that more schools haven't gotten involved within his recruitment, as White is capable of meshing and carving out a useful role with seemingly any collection of teammates. He's a player who could arguably be better at the next level.