SC TOP 80 EVENT RECAPS
South Carolina Phenom Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 5
Team 5 Coach: Elliott Pope #10: 5’10 ’21 AJ Thompson (Northwestern) Starting things off, we look at a player that simply knows how to hurt opponents in a variety of different ways, AJ Thompson. He’s a smart, quick-twitch point guard prospect with an excellent balance between playmaking and three-level scoring. Thompson is able to effortlessly get by his man and apply nonstop penetration...
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South Carolina Phenom Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 4
Team 4 Coach: Dre Simmons #26: 6’0 ’23 Jon David Gardner (Heathwood Hall) Starting things off, we look at a player that was arguably the most reliable three-point shooter on this team, Jon David Gardner. He’s a young, wiry guard prospect with a phenomenal shooting stroke and the ability to thrive with or without the ball in his hands. Gardner is a reliable ball-handler and passer, but...
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South Carolina Phenom Top 80 Camp Evaluations
Team 3 Coach: Jimmy Duncan #2: 5’8 ’20 Maurice Bell (Heathwood Hall) Starting things off, we look at a player that simply knows how to properly run a team on both ends of the floor, Maurice Bell. He’s a slightly undersized point guard prospect with a high IQ and the ability to carve up the opposition with his passing. Bell possesses a tight handle, team-first mentality, and touches the...
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South Carolina Phenom Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 2
Team 2 Coach: Brandon Gaither #16: 5’11 ’22 LaDarian McCree (Lancaster) Starting things off, we look at a player that is quietly among the better two-way guards in his class, LaDarian McCree. He’s a smart, high-motor guard prospect with a tight handle and the ability to touch the paint at a consistently strong rate. McCree can play either backcourt position and offers a terrific blend...
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South Carolina Phenom Top 80 Camp Evaluations: Team 1
Team 1 Coach: Josh Staley #1: 5’7 ’22 Kristopher Wallace (Gray Collegiate) Starting things off, we look at a player that simply knows how to run a team while doing all the dirty work, Kristopher Wallace. He’s a smart, team-first lead guard with great quickness, which allows him to touch the paint quite regularly while mirroring his assignment on defense. Wallace handles the ball well,...
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Coach K’ Mills Reviews South Carolina Top 80
#32: 6’0 Myles Tate Myles (AKA) The PlayMaker’ he is outstanding in transition. Plays with 360 all-around court vision this young man has eyes in the back of his head literally. He was also one of the best rebounders on the floor all day. He has handles like a tea-cup and combined with his basketball IQ he was a problem all day for opposing defenses. Also a good on-ball defender which quick...
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Potential breakout: 2020 6’8 Nick Pringle should have college coaches’ attention now
We honestly don’t know what will grow faster; the attention and college recruitment for 2020 6’8 Nick Pringle or his size from his freshman season to now' The growth can be seen literally and figuratively for Pringle over the years. Once standing at 6’1 as a freshman, Pringle has seen a huge change in his game over the years due to his growth. And now, with what he brings to the floor, college...
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South Carolina Top 80 Breakouts
On Sunday, Phenom Hoops hosted the 5th annual South Carolina Top 80 exposure camp, the premier exposure camp held in the state of South Carolina. 30+ college coaches from around the region stopped in to watch the talent, as nationally read media and NCAA compliant scouts sat baseline to watch. This is the beauty of Phenom Hoops exposure camps, many do come in with big reputations, but some are...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from South Carolina Top 80 (Part IV)
The Phenom Hoop Report Top 80 camps bring all the top talent from around the state all under one roof and there is just a different feel when these players step on the court. Phenom Hoops headed back to Lexington high school once again for the South Carolina Top 80 and man, it did not disappoint. One could sit down and talk about each player from the event, which we will in our evaluations but...
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Player Standouts at South Carolina Top 80
#5- Matty Foor- Though young and somewhat unassuming, Foor already looks prepared to compete and contribute at the varsity level. He’s smart, smooth, and knows how to operate in a variety of different roles. Foor handles the ball well, displays quality vision, and can shoot very efficiently from the perimeter. #10- AJ Thompson- The sharp, quick, smart floor general offered a phenomenal...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from South Carolina Top 80 (Part III)
The Phenom Hoop Report Top 80 camps bring all the top talent from around the state all under one roof and there is just a different feel when these players step on the court. Phenom Hoops headed back to Lexington high school once again for the South Carolina Top 80 and man, it did not disappoint. One could sit down and talk about each player from the event, which we will in our evaluations but...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from South Carolina Top 80 (Part II)
The Phenom Hoop Report Top 80 camps bring all the top talent from around the state all under one roof and there is just a different feel when these players step on the court. Phenom Hoops headed back to Lexington high school once again for the South Carolina Top 80 and man, it did not disappoint. One could sit down and talk about each player from the event, which we will in our evaluations but...
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POB’s Eye Catchers from South Carolina Top 80 (Part I)
The Phenom Hoop Report Top 80 camps bring all the top talent from around the state all under one roof and there is just a different feel when these players step on the court. Phenom Hoops headed back to Lexington high school once again for the South Carolina Top 80 and man, it did not disappoint. One could sit down and talk about each player from the event, which we will in our evaluations but...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 12
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 12 Coach: Jimmy Duncan #14: 5’10 ’21 Phillip Mickles (Lancaster, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that is simply wired to score and make plays, Phillip Mickles. He’s a strong-bodied guard prospect with an excellent motor and team-first approach to the game. Offensively, Mickles is typically slotted off-ball, where he’s great at...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 11
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 11 Coach: Latrose Brace #13: 5’10 ’23 Chrisean Oree (West Columbia, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that has already showcased an abundance of translatable skills at quite a young age, Chrisean Oree. He’s a combo-guard with quickness and a terrific feel for the game. Offensively, Oree is an effective scorer at all three levels,...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 9
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 9 Coach: Michael McCray #10: 5’9 ’22 Shane Blakeney (Rock Hill, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that showcased an intelligent and unselfish approach to both sides of the ball, Shane Blakeney. He’s a point guard prospect with great quickness and a fundamentally sound feel for the game. Blakeney does a nice job of initiating the...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 8
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 8 Coach: Blake Hall #7: 5’9 ’22 Jazian Gortman (Blythewood, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that is already quite polished on both ends of the floor, despite not having logged a single minute in high school, Jazian Gortman. He’s a wiry point guard prospect with nice length and an impressive feel for the game. Offensively, Gortman...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 7
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 7 Coach: Josh Staley #5: 5’9 ’22 Dylan Williams (Columbia, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that provided his team with an excellent two-way presence, Dylan Williams. He’s a point guard prospect with nice IQ and leadership qualities. Offensively, Williams did a great job of operating the team without forcing the issue; he was able...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 6
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 6 Coach: Brenden Marcell #9: 5’9 ’21 Omazeon Tinsley (Lancaster, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that is already quite effective, but just beginning to unlock the makings of his game, Omazeon Tinsley. He’s a point guard prospect with sharp quickness and an incredible motor. Offensively, Tinsley looks to attack downhill and make...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 5
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 5 Coach: Derrick Richards #6: 5’9 ’21 Jalon Robertson (Greenville, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that brings an unselfish, team-first approach to both sides of the ball, Jalon Robertson. He’s a scrappy point guard prospect with solid ball-handling skills and the ability to create off the bounce. Robertson has a sturdy frame for...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 4
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 4 Coach: Kenneth Hunter #4: 5’9 ’21 AJ Thompson (Rock Hill, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player with a lot of craftiness and natural ability to run a team, AJ Thompson. He’s a sharp-minded point guard with an excellent IQ and overall feel for the game, which allows him to frequently manipulate opposing defenses and make plays within...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 3
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 3 Coach: Christian Savage #8: 5’9 ’20 Marquavious Allen (Blythewood, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player with a pretty intriguing skillset and approach to the game, Marquavious Allen. He’s a point guard prospect with quickness and the ability to consistently involve his teammates. Offensively, Allen was able to effectively get by...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 2
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 2 Coach: Yusuf English #1: 5’5 ’22 Joshua Gunn (Myrtle Beach, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that possesses a natural sense of how to properly run a team, Joshua Gunn. He’s a young point guard prospect with great quickness and a sharp mind for the game. Offensively, Gunn knows how to navigate a team and get his teammates...
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South Carolina Top 80: Evaluation Team 1
South Carolina Top 80 Evaluations Team 1 Coach: Jordan Washington #2: 5’7 ’22 Edward “Brice” Cohen (Hopkins, SC) Starting things off, we look at a player that has an abundance of upside to pair with an intriguing skillset, Brice Cohen. He’s a point guard prospect with a slight frame but great quickness and the ability to get by opponents. Offensively, Cohen displays a...
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Storylines to Take Away from the SC Top 80
South Carolina’s finest made their way to Lexington for the annual SC Top 80 to showcase their abilities in front of College Coaches, Media, Scouts, and many others, and there was a ton of excitement. There was talent of all levels in the gym, leading to tons of memorable moments, highlights, and kids making a name for themselves in front of a lot of eyes. Let’s take a...
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South Carolina Top 80 — 2021 Player Quick Hitters
5’9” Jalon Robertson of Greenville Tech Charter HS (Greenville) – Confident ball handler. Natural leader. Showed deep range and a quick release. 5’9” Omazeon Tinsley of Lancaster HS (Lancaster) – Leader. Tough handle. Confidence. Showed some flash, but remained controlled. Range. Touched the paint. 5’11” Jalen Breazeale of Greenville Tech Charter HS (Mauldin) – Natural point...
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South Carolina Top 80 Recaps — 2020 Quick Hitters
5’11 Myles Tate of Dorman HS (Spartanburg) – Smallish guard who plays with all heart. No stage is too big for him, unwavering. Very skilled, quick off the bounce and has deep range both off the bounce. Elevates his team’s play. 6’ Jordan Jones of Trinity Byrnes (Florence) – Quick lead guard. Plays with a good pace. Shot the ball well, showed touch. Got into the paint often, quick...
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Jamie’s List of 5 (+2): SEVEN (7) More Standouts from the South Carolina Top 80
6’6” 2020 Dillon Jones Keenan High School (Columbia, SC) Jones is such a unique prospect. He has the handle and the vision to initiate offense and make plays. He also has the strength and tenacity as an excellent rebounder, both in and out of his area. He scored the ball well, both on the block and from the wing. Already carrying offers from USC-Upstate, Presbyterian, SC State and College of...
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Coach K’s SC Top 80 Notes
No. 102 6’6 2021 Keyan Mims Keyan is one of the most gifted athletes we have seen come out of South Carolina since Jalek Felton. His explosiveness is at the very highest level and he loves to display his incredible bounce in both transition and the half-court. He catches lobs, throws back tip-dunks, and can literally go over-top of a defender. No.118 6’10 2019 Cooper Fowler Fowler’s...
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SC Top 80 Award Winners
The 4th Annual SC Top 80 took place at the beautiful gymnasium of Lexington High School. To put it simply, the state of South Carolina has a deep and loaded list of collegiate level prospects. Known for being a “football” state, the state of South Carolina is quickly changing its reputation and becoming a hotbed for talent. The 4th Annual SC Top 80 showcased the top players in the...
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