April is one of the biggest months when it comes to the AAU season.' Players and teams are looking to play in the right events, which is why Phenom Hoop Report is hoping to provide that platform all month long.

We kick off the month of April in a big way with the Stay Positive, as teams from all over the region will come to compete.' Nationally ranked players and teams, along with unsigned talented seniors, and rising prospects will all be on the courts this weekend in Greensboro.

So let's dive into a few players to watch this weekend.

Team: Carolina Elite 17u

Kurtis Taylor III (Class: 2020 / Position: Guard / Forward / Height: 6’5″)

Coaches Talk: Kurtis attended the Phenom #NCTop80 and performed well.' He is a starter for Neuse Christian Academy where he won Mid Atlantic All-Conference honors in 2018-19.

Deon Daniels (Class: 2020 / Position: Guard / Height: 6’3″)

Coaches Talk: Deon Daniels starred for Leesville Road High School this year where he dropped 32 on conference rival Millbrook High School.

Alvin (AJ) Campbell (Class: 2020 / Position: Guard / Forward / Height: 6’5″)

Coaches Talk: AJ played for Heritage High School this year and scored 17 in his game last weekend.'' He is a very athletic, long player who can shoot.

John Shutt (Class: 2020 / Position: Guard / Height: 6’0″)

Coaches Talk: John average 25ppg with his fall team, the Chatham Thunder.' He is a smart, athletic point guard with great scoring ability.

Jaylen Lee (Class: 2021 / Position: Guard / Height: 6’2″)

Coaches Talk: Jaylen is the youngster in the group, but he plays much older than his class.' He started at Northern High school on Varsity in the Fall and was recognized at the #Elite80 invite.

Mikey Bent (Class: 2019 / Position: Guard / Height: 6’0″)

Coaches Talk: Mikey is a homegrown Team Carolina product and has started for the 17U team for 2 years.' He is a gifted scorer and team leader.