Team 3
Coach: Jessie Townsend
#3: 5’9 ’26 Nico Byrd (Legion Collegiate)
Starting off, Nico Byrd is a 5-foot-9 prospect in the Class of 2026. He did a nice job of impacting the game despite being the smallest camper on this team. Byrd is a smart, scrappy, unselfish lead guard who knows how to dictate the offense and create for others. He’s a reliable penetrator and perimeter shooter who knows how to take what the defense is giving him. Byrd also stands out as a pesky defender with the quickness and anticipation to force turnovers at a solid rate. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would allow him to find more opportunities alongside another point guard. Coach Townsend on Byrd: “Nico was great on the ball and playmaking to set up others. He was a good on-ball defender who made hustle plays. Nico offered great effort throughout the camp.” Byrd found success during camp and should be poised for a strong senior season at Legion Collegiate.
#14: 5’11 ’27 Christian Brown (Irmo)
Next, Christian Brown is a 5-foot-11 prospect in the Class of 2027. Given his skillset and adaptable nature, he was able to make a quality impact from either guard spot. Brown is a smart, unselfish player who can initiate the offense and set up others as needed. However, he’s arguably at his best when filling it up as a scorer from all levels. Brown utilizes his crafty handle and quick first step to break down opponents off the dribble, but also shoots the ball at an efficient rate from the perimeter. 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 Townsend on Brown: “Christian is a crafty scorer who can create his own offense when needed. He has the ability to make shots off the catch and off the dribble. He’s a willing passer who found the open man in appropriate situations.” Brown did a lot of things well during camp and should be a focal point at Irmo going forward.
#19: 6’0 ’27 Carter Jackson (Brookland Cayce)
Next, Carter Jackson is a 6-foot-0 prospect in the Class of 2027. He showcased a dynamic identity with an enticing skillset and list of intangibles. Jackson is a smart, unselfish, high-motor guard who scores the ball from all levels and creates exceptionally well for himself and others. He utilizes his tight handle to effectively break down opponents and touch the paint at a high volume, but also knocks down perimeter jumpers at a consistent rate. Jackson rebounds well for his size and shuts down opposing guards defensively at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Townsend on Jackson: “Carter is a crafty scorer with an elite passing skillset. Throughout the camp, he was a prolific playmaker who continuously generated offense for the team. Great decision-maker, spot-up threat, and on-ball defender.” Jackson proved to be an asset throughout camp and should be a leader at Brookland Cayce this season.
#30: 6’1 ’27 Landon Gordon (Indian Land)
Next, Landon Gordon is a 6-foot-1 prospect in the Class of 2027. Between his handle, defense, and shooting ability, he impacted the game in several ways on both ends of the floor. Gordon is a smart, unselfish guard who is capable of running the offense or finding opportunities without the ball. He’s a quality spot-up threat who knows how to attack closeouts and make reads off the bounce. Gordon is also a scrappy player who contains his assignment well defensively. 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 Townsend on Gordon: “Landon was a reliable ball-handler who made shots at a consistent rate. He was a leader on the floor. Set the tone with his energy and communication on both ends of the floor. Landon took advantage of his opportunities while maintaining an unselfish approach.” Gordon enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a key piece for Indian Land this season.
#35: 6’1 ’27 Peyton Jennings (White Knoll)
Next, Peyton Jennings is a 6-foot-1 prospect in the Class of 2027. In a setting where so many guys require the ball in their hands, he consistently stood out through his off-ball presence. Jennings is a great shooter who moves extremely well without the ball to find opportunities as a cutter and spot-up option. He’s willing to make the extra pass and create off the bounce as needed. Jennings displays terrific defensive instincts with the motor and toughness to consistently shut down his assignment. Next in his development process is working on his shooting consistency off the dribble, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Townsend on Jennings: “Peyton is a knockdown shooter with a high motor defensively. Lethal spot-up threat. He has a knack for scoring the ball and getting deflections on defense to ignite transition play. Great teammate. Communicates and moves very well without the ball. Good rebounder for his size.” Jennings did a lot of things well during camp and will be a difference-maker at White Knoll going forward.
#46: 6’3 ’26 Maddox Cottman (Legion Collegiate)
Next, Maddox Cottman is a 6-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2026. He knows how to fill in the gaps as a steady, scrappy piece. Cottman displays a nice skillset with the ability to score from all levels and find success with or without the ball in his hands. He moves effectively without the ball to find open seams within the defense and capitalize. Cottman provides consistent energy as a defender and rebounder, and is capable of making hustle plays at a solid rate. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Townsend on Cottman: “Maddox showed the ability to knock down shots along the perimeter. Knows how to move without the ball and apply pressure as a spot-up option. Displayed the skills to handle the ball against pressure.” Cottman enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a key piece for Legion Collegiate this season.
#50: 6’3 ’27 Joshua Tyler Van Kallen (Ridge View)
Next, Joshua Tyler Van Kallen is a 6-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2027. His blend of size, strength, and physicality caused a ton of problems for opponents. Van Kallen possesses a polished skillset with lethal penetration instincts and perimeter shooting ability. He plays extremely well through contact, both as a finisher and defender, and sees the floor well as a passer. Van Kallen is a terrific rebounder for his size/position and knows how to reliably push the break in transition. He displays great feel and energy on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on his ability to shoot off the dribble, as it would make him a more dynamic threat. Coach Townsend on Van Kallen: “JT is a strong, explosive guard. At his best when getting downhill, attacking the basket, and putting pressure on the rim. He’s a terrific rebounder for his position and possesses good defensive instincts. Really good three-point shooter. Finishes well through contact.” Van Kallen found success throughout camp and should be a useful piece at Ridge View going forward.
#61: 6’4 ’27 Jamal Scott (Wilson)
Next, Jamal Scott is a 6-foot-4 prospect in the Class of 2027. He’s a strong, powerful athlete with the size, quickness, and two-way presence to overwhelm opponents. Scott is a phenomenal penetrator who touches the paint with ease and finishes through contact or above the rim. He’s a capable initiator and shooting threat who can operate in various roles or adapt to team needs. Scott is also a physical defender who contains his assignment well and forces turnovers at a nice rate. 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 Townsend on Scott: “Jamal is an uber-athletic guard with strong defensive capabilities. Shoots the ball very well along the perimeter. He has the makings of a 3-and-D guard. Made a consistent impact through his ability to get blocks and steals. Good transition threat. Excellent getting downhill as a penetrator.” Scott enjoyed a quality showing at camp and will be a key piece for Wilson going forward.
#66: 6’5 ’26 Jordan Jenkins (Conway)
Next, Jordan Jenkins is a 6-foot-5 prospect in the Class of 2027. Although he impacted the game in several different ways, his motor is what allowed him to consistently stand out among his peers. Jenkins is a long, fluid forward with a nonstop motor, rugged defensive presence, and useful scoring arsenal. He’s an excellent penetrator and finisher who can knock down jumpers at a respectable rate or set up others. Jenkins is a capable creator off the bounce. He’s a strong rebounder and reliable defender across multiple positions. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more dynamic creator off the bounce. Coach Townsend on Jenkins: “Jordan is an athletic forward with a really high motor. Displays upside as a perimeter shot-maker who knows how to find open seams as a cutter. He has a great feel for the game and can make an impact with or without the ball in his hands.” Jenkins did a lot of things well during camp and should be poised for a strong senior season at Conway.
#78: 6’8 ’27 Reagan Bryant (Lexington)
Finishing up, Reagan Bryant is a 6-foot-8 prospect in the Class of 2027. Given his blend of size, strength, and athleticism, he possesses obvious appeal. Bryant is a mobile big man with a terrific frame and steady presence on both ends of the floor. He’s a capable scorer from the block and finisher through contact, but doesn’t need a ton of touches to impact a game. Bryant is a quality rebounder and interior defender who alters or blocks shots well. He also fills the lane properly 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 Townsend on Bryant: “Reagan is a big with a high motor and useful rim-protection ability in the paint. He ran the floor well in transition to get easy layups. Utilizes his body well to play through contact. Good finisher and rebounder.” Bryant highlighted a lot of ability during camp and will be a focal point for Lexington over the coming years.