As we hit the midpoint of the year, June has proven to be an exciting stretch for high school basketball across North Carolina. The summer season is in full swing, especially with team camps going all around the region. Not only does it give us an early glimpse into what the teams will be looking like for the upcoming season, but it also helps us see the new names that will be on board.
One of the biggest storylines that is always emerging this month is the number of familiar names preparing to suit up in new uniforms. Several notable players are making headlines with decisions that could shift the balance of power throughout the state. These moves add an extra layer of intrigue and anticipation to the offseason, as fans, coaches, and scouts alike try to piece together what the landscape might look like this fall.
Below is an early look at players who will be playing for new teams this upcoming high school season. This list will continue to evolve as more names are confirmed, and it’s certainly one worth revisiting throughout the month. Stay tuned as we track all the latest changes that will shape the 2025 season in North Carolina high school basketball.
2026 Logan Johnson (Ambassador) – Carmel Christian
2026 Jordan Buzzard (East Meck) – Carmel Christian
2028 Hunter Gerould (Gaston Day) – Carmel Christian
2026 AJ Washington (Davidson Day) – Fort Mill
2027 Charles Pur (Burlington Christian) – The Burlington School
2027 Karon Watlington (Burlington Christian) – The Burlington School
2027 Geren Holmes (Garner) – The Burlington School
2027 Julian Lowe (Jordan) – The Burlington School
2027 Kamari Nicholson (Warren County – The Burlington School
2028 Kaharri Coleman (Harding) – West Charlotte
2028 Jaleel Smith (Hunter Huss) – WS Christian
2026 Tarris Bouie (Chambers) – Spire Academy
2027 Markus Kerr (Chambers) – Brewster Academy
2026 Nick Arnold (Lake Norman) – Davidson Day
2027 Tyson Thompson (WS Christian) – Wesleyan Christian
2027 Caleb Nixon (Kings Mountain) – Christ School
2027 Dylan Twitty (Thomas Jefferson) – Christ School
2027 Cruz Miller (Cox Mill) – Concord Academy
2027 Dylan Bradley (Gaston Day) – Providence Day
2026 Noah VanBeurden (Saint Stephens) – Davidson Day
2028 Xavier Hall (Lakewood) – Davidson Day
2026 Justyn Whitfield (VCCS) – Davidson Day