Team 10
Coach: Austin Collins
#65: 5’9 ’22 Keith Peten (Greenfield)
Starting things off, we look at a player that consistently stood out despite being the smallest camper on this team, Keith Peten. He’s a smart, tough, team-first guard prospect with incredible defensive prowess and a sharp penetration sense. Peten is a quality ball-handler and passer with a lethal midrange pull-up and the necessary quickness to overwhelm his assignment at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a shooter off the bounce, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Collins on Peten: “Being 5-foot-8 means nothing to KJ, he has the heart and mindset of a lion. His defense is great, and I love that about him. He has good pace bringing the ball up the court. His IQ is wonderful and turnover ratio is by-far one of the best you will see. His defense doesn’t need any more improvements whatsoever. Even though he is small, KJ can rebound like a big man.” Peten enjoyed an excellent showing at camp and should be poised for a productive upcoming senior season at Greenfield.
#73: 5’10 ’25 Jerron Blackwell (Guilford Prep)
Next, we look at a player that performed extremely well despite being the youngest camper on this team, Jerron Blackwell. He’s a strong, tough, physical guard prospect with a quality motor and two-way feel for the game. Blackwell utilizes his sharp quickness to get downhill and make his presence consistently felt as a penetrator and finisher. He’s also a great passer and reliable defender with a nice spot-up presence. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him an even better ball-handler against pressure. Coach Collins on Blackwell: “Jerron is very athletic and can rebound the ball very well. He hates losing by any means. He has a motor of a versatile big, even though he’s only 6-foot-1. He can put it on the floor and be a quality guard with his ball-handling skills. Jerron needs to tighten things up with the ball and keeping his head up while dribbling. Overall, he was a great kid to coach.” Blackwell proved to be an asset at camp and will be a prospect to watch throughout his progression over the coming years.
#80: 5’11 ’23 Isaiah Joyner (Asheville Christian)
Moving onto a player that has steadily progressed into a quality all-around prospect over the years, Isaiah Joyner. He’s a smart, wiry, all-around guard prospect with the adaptability to operate within a role or emerge as a leader based on team need. Joyner handles the ball, creates for himself and others, and scores at an efficient rate from all three levels. He defends well and makes a consistent impact in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him even tougher for opponents to contain. Coach Collins on Joyner: “Mr. Joyner is a great up-and-coming star! He has IQ, listening skills, and pays close attention to detail. He’s a great team player with the ability to score and defend on all three levels on the court. You can’t go wrong with a kid like Isaiah on your team, I promise. He’s a defensive machine at it’s finest.” Joyner continues to showcase a reliable presence in all facets of the game and should return as a major contributor for Asheville Christian next season.
#86: 5’11 ’22 Rashee Simms (Atkins)
Continuing onto a player that showcased a reliable defensive presence and sharp penetration sense, Rashee Simms. He’s a tough, high-motor guard prospect with quickness and excellent defensive qualities—both on and off-ball. Simms is a great finisher and unselfish teammate on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a three-point shooter, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Collins on Simms: “Rashee is a good kid, but sometimes his IQ and playmaking can waver. He can work on his overall shot-selection. On defense, he is great and takes it very seriously. Rashee needs to work on his three-point shooting and understanding of the game. Overall, he is a good point guard. He just needs to work on some things to maximize his ability, but that will come with time. His confidence is great, and I love that.” Simms did a variety of things well at camp and should be able to carve out a useful role for Atkins during his upcoming senior season.
#93: 6’0 ’22 Dwight Canady (Hendersonville)
Next, we look at a player that arguably stood out as the most productive all-around performer on this team, Dwight Canady. He’s a smart, well-rounded guard prospect with leadership qualities and the ability to dictate the action on either end of the floor. Canady is an efficient floor general with an excellent balance between defense, playmaking, and three-level scoring. He’s a reliable defender with great instincts and the tools to apply constant pressure in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him even tougher for opponents to contain. Coach Collins on Canady: “I love Dwight’s game and his ability to shoot the ball very well without thinking twice about it. He has a bright future being a lefty guard. His form is pretty smooth and doesn’t hit rim too often. I love his attitude on and off the court. Overall, Dwight is just a good basketball player and great kid. He needs to rebound just a little bit more and will be great.” Canady made a lasting impression at camp and should be poised for a very productive senior season as a focal point for Hendersonville.
#99: 6’1 ’23 Ramaj Williams (Parkland)
Moving onto a player that consistently found ways to make his presence felt within the flow of the action, Ramaj Williams. He’s a long, wiry guard prospect with a high motor, unselfish mentality, and the ability to overwhelm his assignment defensively. Williams is an excellent penetrator with the strength to finish through contact or pull-up from midrange with his reliable jumper. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on Williams: “Ramaj can get to the basket with ease and regularity, able to touch the paint whenever he wants. His playmaking sense is good but could be better. However, his defensive presence offers a lockdown option with a clear willingness to hustle his tail off. Ramaj’s shot-selection is good. He doesn’t force anything!” Williams enjoyed a quality showing at camp and will be a player to keep an eye on over the next few seasons at Parkland.
#106: 6’1 ’24 Kyland Randall (Atkins)
Continuing onto a player that possesses a nice crossroads between production and long-term upside, Kyland Randall. He’s a strong, physical, high-motor guard prospect with a quality feel and unselfish mentality for the game. Randall is very quick and utilizes his sharp first step to touch the paint with regularity, where he’s proven to be a reliable finisher. Next in his development process is working to become a more consistent three-point shooter, as it would make him a more lethal offensive threat. Coach Collins on Randall: “Kyland needs to be more vocal and call for the ball more often. He plays with a high motor and can impact the game if he speaks up. That being said, he’s a really great kid with a bright future. He is very smart on the court, and I love it!” Randall did a lot of things well during his time at camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful contributor sooner than later for Atkins.
#111: 6’2 ’23 Jaeden Allen (Atkins)
Next, we look at a player that was able to find consistent success with or without the ball in his hands, Jaeden Allen. He’s a strong, skilled, athletic wing/forward prospect with toughness, unselfishness, and a terrific penetration sense. Allen is an excellent rebounder, especially for his size and position, and does a nice job of pushing the break in transition. He’s also great at moving without the ball. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a more reliable on-ball defender. Coach Collins on Allen: “Jaeden is very big and very skilled. His shot-selection needs some work. He’s very quiet but also a good teammate to have on the court. He can move anyone out of the way when he feels like it. Jaeden can put it on the floor when necessary and does fine handling the ball. He’s a great kid and is going places with his presence on and off the court.” Allen enjoyed a quality showing at camp and will certainly be a player worth monitoring over the coming years at Atkins.
#119: 6’4 ’22 Bralen Morris (West Forsyth)
Moving onto a player that showcased a pretty useful amount of two-way versatility throughout camp, Bralen Morris. He’s a strong, smart, fairly well-rounded wing prospect with a physical frame and the necessary skillset to operate within a variety of roles. He showed the ability to score at a constant rate from inside the arc, but also knocked down three-pointers, defended multiple positions, and more than carried his weight as a rebounder. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a shooter off the dribble, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Collins on Morris: “Bralen is a big, big dude with a lot of heart. He’s a very physical player and listens extremely well. He needs to be more vocal and call for the ball in the post. He can finish under the rim and is a rebounding machine. I loved his motor and his overall game. He can dribble as needed and can shoot a little as well while being 6-foot-4.” Morris made his presence felt in a variety of different ways at camp and should be poised for a productive senior campaign at West Forsyth.
#123: 6’6 ’25 Isaac Ericksen (Cary)
Finishing up, we look at a player that easily stood out among the most enticing young prospects on display, Isaac Ericksen. He’s a young, skilled, fairly advanced forward/post prospect with an impressive amount of skill and offensive versatility. Ericksen is already an extremely reliable, efficient scorer from the post and perimeter, and even displays the necessary skill to attack opponents off the bounce. He’s a great rebounder and highlights great instincts defensively. Next in his development process is working to add strength to this wiry frame, as it’ll allow him to become an even more physical presence on both ends of the floor. Coach Collins on Ericksen: “I love Isaac’s game. He doesn’t do too much and has the tools to do just about everything right on the court. Whoever gets this kid in the future will be very lucky. He can shoot and rebound at a high level, especially for his age. Isaac doesn’t say much, but knows the game very, very well.” Ericksen showcased a ton of appeal throughout camp and will be a prospect for college coaches to start monitoring immediately, as he will be a name worth noting.