Team 2
Coach: Tyler Lewis
#3: 5’2 ’27 Naija’alia Blake (North Mecklenburg)
Starting off, we look at a player who consistently stood out through her energy and scrappy nature, Naija’alia Blake. She’s a smart, tough guard prospect with nice creation instincts and the ability to score in various ways offensively. Blake is a scrappy defender at the point of attack. Next in her development process is working to improve her playmaking sense, as it would make her a more reliable floor general. Coach Lewis on Blake: “Naija’alia brought tons of energy throughout the camp. One of the smallest players on the court but played with a lot of toughness and confidence. Quick, shifty guard who was able to get to her spots on the floor. Good defender on the ball. Caused chaos for ball handler. Capable shooter from the perimeter. The next step in her game is realizing that she doesn’t have to score every possession. Being a point guard, she will have to be able to make others around her better. Her first instinct was to score. You should be willing to turn down a good shot for a great shot. Even though she created paint touches with her quickness she will need to finish better over bigger defenders.” Blake did a lot of things well at camp and should be a difference-maker for North Mecklenburg over the coming years.
#4: 5’3 ’29 Amani Bridges (East Cary)
Next, we look at a player who made a quality impact despite being one of the younger and smaller campers in attendance, Amani Bridges. She’s a strong, well-rounded guard prospect who displayed the ability to produce with or without the ball in her hands. Bridges is a capable scorer and playmaker who can knock down shots or attack off the dribble. She does a little bit of everything and understands how to make plays within the flow of the action. Next in her development process is working on her ability to move without the ball, as it would make her a more complete player. Coach Lewis on Bridges: “Amani was one of the youngest players at the camp. Did not back down from the competition. Strong, skilled Scoring guard. Used her body well on drives. Good touch finishing around the rim. Also, showed the ability to make shots from the perimeter. I would like to see Amani play with a high motor on every possession. Sliding feet defensively. Even though she was one of the youngest players she can work on being more assertive/aggressive.” Bridges enjoyed a quality showing at camp and has the tools to blossom for East Cary over the foreseeable future.
#6: 5’3 ’28 Demi Thomas (Willow Spring)
Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with her adaptable identity, Demi Thomas. She’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect with a high motor and nice array of skills for her age. Thomas highlighted the ability to hit perimeter jumpers, set up others, and make plays off the dribble. She worked to make her presence felt as a defender and rebounder. Next in her development process is working to become more aggressive, as it will make her a more overwhelming defender. Coach Lewis on Thomas: “Demi has a good attitude. She did everything I told her to do. Good shooter from the perimeter. Displayed the ability to create for herself and her teammates. Could continue to expand her game off the bounce and become more comfortable when pressured. Competed hard defensively. I think she could’ve been more aggressive throughout the three games.” Thomas proved to be an asset at camp and should be able to carve out a meaningful role sooner than later for Willow Spring.
#17: 5’5 ’25 Roselyn Sanchez (Victory Christian)
Continuing onward, we look at a player who easily stood out as one of the top shooters on display, Roselyn Sanchez. She’s a tough, well-rounded guard prospect who knows how to run a team and pick her spots as a scorer. Sanchez does a quality job of getting others involved and making her presence felt as a spot-up threat. She displays solid energy on defense and is willing to make hustle plays when available. Next in her development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make her a better finisher through contact. Coach Lewis on Sanchez: “Roselyn is a knockdown shooter from the perimeter. Deep range with quick release. She has the ability to make shots off catch or bounce. Good skillset and basketball IQ. Competed well defensively. Also, showed the ability to drive poor closeouts. She could improve her shot selection and ability to create off the bounce when pressured.” Sanchez made a strong impact at camp and should be a key piece for Victory Christian during her upcoming senior season.
#39: 5’7 ’27 Miyani Bullock (NC GBB)
Next, we look at a player who consistently found ways to fill in the gaps on both ends of the floor, Miyani Bullock. She’s a smart, quick guard prospect who can impact all facets of the game. Offensively, Bullock hit jumpers, attacked the basket, and set up others at a solid rate. She offered a physical defensive presence and consistently outworked opposing ball-handlers. Next in her development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow her to become a more physically overwhelming player. Coach Lewis on Bullock: “Miyami is a quick guard and good defender on the ball. Showcased her ability to make plays off the bounce for herself and her teammates. Capable shooter from the perimeter with time and space. I think she could’ve been more assertive at times and played with more confidence on the floor.” Bullock made her presence felt throughout camp and should be a quality contributor for NC GBB over the coming years.
#43: 5’8 ’27 Ashlyn Black (North Lincoln)
Moving forward, we look at a player who showcased a versatile identity on both ends of the floor, Ashlyn Black. She’s a smart, high-motor wing/forward prospect who rebounds, defends multiple positions, and does a little bit of everything offensively. Black is a capable spot-up shooter and useful threat off the bounce. She attacks well in transition and looks to set up others whenever possible. Black forces turnovers at a nice rate and knows how to outwork opponents for rebounds. Next in her development process is working to get stronger, as it would make her even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Lewis on Black: “Ashlyn is a versatile player who showcased the ability to play and defend multiple positions on the court. Battled/competed defensively and on the glass. She has the ability to push the ball in transition. Also, made plays attacking downhill in the half-court. Finished well at the rim. Good shooter from the perimeter with time and space. She was one of the more consistent players throughout the three games.” Black proved to be a difference-maker at camp and should be a key piece for North Lincoln over the foreseeable future.
#64: 5’10 ’25 Quincie Toran (Athens Drive)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who is able to cause matchup problems with her blend of size and skill, Quincie Toran. She’s a smart, skilled forward prospect who can score the ball in a variety of ways. Toran finishes well through contact, attacks off the dribble, and knocks down jumpers along the perimeter. She’s capable of creating opportunities for herself but also makes solid passes from the post to set up others. Toran runs the floor well in transition and understands how to position herself for success on the glass. She alters shots effectively on defense. Next in her development process is working to get quicker, as it would make her an even more dynamic threat off the dribble. Coach Lewis on Toran: “Quincie has the ability to play inside / out. Good skillset. Unselfish player. Uses her size well around the rim. Uses angles well to score. Carves out space on the glass. Shoots the ball well from the perimeter. Good straight-line driver.” Toran enjoyed a strong showing during camp and should be poised for a productive senior season at Athens Drive.
#70: 6’0 ’25 Autumn Ware (East Forsyth)
Next, we look at a player who possesses an enticing array of tools and clear long-term potential, Autumn Ware. She’s a long, high-motor forward/post prospect who excels at rebounding and anchoring the paint defensively. Ware moves well for her size and positions herself properly to alter shots. She also runs the floor well in transition and is a capable finisher around the basket. Next in her development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make her a more imposing player on both ends of the floor. Coach Lewis on Ware: “Autumn was one of the most coachable players at the camp. Positive with her teammates. Tremendous defensively blocking and altering shots. Good size, length, & athleticism. Hasn’t been playing basketball for a long time. Will need to continue to gain confidence in her offensive ability. Need to work on her finishing around the rim. Good timing rebounding the basketball. Would like to see her get better at boxing out rather than relying on her athletic ability.” Ware highlighted a lot of intrigue at camp and should be an impact player for East Forsyth during her upcoming senior season.
#75: 5’7 ’29 Naomi Gilland (Alamance Christian)
Finishing up, we look at a player who is truly just beginning to scratch the surface of her long-term abilities, Naomi Gilland. She’s a young, scrappy wing/forward prospect who highlighted the makings of a blossoming player. Gilland is a reliable spot-up option who understands how to attack off the dribble and finish or locate open teammates. She’s a solid defender and capable rebounder who makes hustle plays at a solid rate. Next in her development process is working to become a better ball-handler, as it would make her a more dynamic player. Coach Lewis on GIlland: “Naomi showed flashes at times. She was aggressive when she had the ball. She had some nice drives and finishes. Good shooter from the perimeter especially in catch-and-shoot situations. There were times when she tried to do too much. Will continue to need to work on handling pressure.” Gilland made a quality impact during camp and will be a prospect to watch as she begins her high school journey at Alamance Christian.