Team 2
Coach: Gerroid Doughty
#21: 5’7 ’26 Branden Warren (Reagan)
Starting off, we look at a player who consistently set the tone despite being among the smallest campers in attendance, Branden Warren. He’s a tough, heady guard with a high IQ and nonstop motor. Though somewhat undersized, Warren’s energy, quickness, and physicality allow him to shine as an absolute pest defensively. He regularly forces turnovers and pushes the break in transition. Offensively, Warren is comfortable with or without the ball in his hands. He creates well for himself and others, and scores efficiently from all levels. Next in his development process is continuing to get stronger, as it will only make him more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Doughty on Warren: “Branden wants the basketball world to know he has arrived. He passed when our team needed him to. He drove the ball when necessary, but also scored and rebounded similarly. Mr. Warren was an effective teammate for the entire camp. This guy loves to play. He knows how to pace the game, which is a great skill to have. College coaches need to add this guy to their roster. He makes the team go.” Warren impacted the game in several ways at camp, earning the Hustle Award, and will be a leader for Reagan this season.
#59: 6’0 ’25 Tylor Gichaba (Northwest Cabarrus)
Next, we look at a player who stood out through his steady, adaptable presence on both ends of the floor, Tylor Gichaba. He’s a smart, well-rounded guard prospect with a scrappy nature and an understanding of how to reliably fill in the gaps. Gichaba is a sharp passer who touches the paint and creates well for himself and others. He’s a capable shooting threat from midrange and beyond the arc. Gichaba provides great energy as a defender and overall rebounder. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Gichaba: “Tylor is a team leader and true leader by example. He’s a shooting guard in a point guard’s body. Excellent passer. He can penetrate and kick or keep it and finish at the rim. Tylor is ready to help a college team, especially as he adds some pounds to his frame. He never slacks off on defense. Tylor surprised me with his rebounding ability. I love his game.” Gichaba proved to be an asset during his time at camp and should be poised for a quality senior season with Northwest Cabarrus.
#75: 6’1 ’25 William Gardner (Riverheads)
Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his constant energy and general feel for the game, William Gardner. He’s a reliable, team-oriented guard prospect who makes his presence felt in a variety of ways. Gardner displayed the ability to knock down open jumpers, finish around the basket, and move without the ball. However, he doesn’t require a ton of touches to make an impact. Gardner consistently shined with his ability to make hustle plays, defend multiple positions, and crash the glass whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him an even better creator. Coach Doughty on Gardner: “Yeah Will! It seems like I said that all day long. Will was all over the place doing legitimately everything on the court. There wasn’t a play where he wasn’t involved. There are a lot of guys who would love to have his energy and basketball IQ.” Gardner enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should have a solid senior season for Riverheads.
#84: 6’2 ’25 Jaden Troy (East Columbus)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who stood out through his production and physical approach, Jaden Troy. He’s a tough, versatile wing/forward prospect with broad shoulders and a strong frame. Troy possesses a high motor and terrific nose for the ball. He routinely outworks opponents on the glass and positions himself for success on both ends of the floor. Troy absorbs contact well when attacking the basket or battling defensively. He’s capable of filling in the gaps or expanding his role as needed. Next in his development process is working on his consistency from beyond the arc, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Troy: “At 6-foot-2, Jaden is a power player. He was able to impose his will on either side of the ball. He scored on all three levels today. He was a relentless rebounder and didn’t take breaks while on the court. He made it his business to pressure the ball. Jaden is college-ready, so coaches don’t miss out on this glue-guy.” Troy proved to be a difference-maker at camp, averaging 11.7 PPG while impacting all facets of the game, and should be poised for a strong senior campaign at East Columbus.
#98: 6’3 ’25 Jay Powell (Hickory)
Next, we look at a player who showcased a polished, well-rounded identity, Jay Powell. He’s a smart, skilled guard prospect with great size and feel for the game. Powell is capable of initiating the offense and creating for others, yet also scores the ball at a healthy rate. He applies pressure from all levels and understands how to find opportunities as a cutter/spot-up threat. Powell is a reliable defender and solid rebounder for his size/position. Next in his development process is working to be more aggressive, as he has the necessary ability to dominate opponents. Coach Doughty on Powell: “Mr. Powell is longer than he looks. He made the defense pay time and again for leaving him open. He kept up a high energy/effort level throughout the entire day. He is comfortable moving without the ball. Jay drives to the rim hard and has the ability to finish once he gets there.” Powell highlighted a steady presence during his time at camp and should be a target for college coaches during his upcoming senior season at Hickory.
#99: 6’3 ’26 Arop Chom (Bishop McGuinness)
Moving forward, we look at a player who continues to make visible strides within his progression, Arop Chom. He’s a strong, athletic wing/forward prospect with a blossoming skillset. Chom plays hard and naturally finds ways to involve himself in the action on both ends of the floor. He defended multiple positions, rebounded at a high rate, and did a little bit of everything offensively. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would open him up to more scoring opportunities. Coach Doughty on Chom: “Arop took some grown man shots today. He has good lift when he jumps and gets off the floor quickly. He has a very good inside game and knows how to play on the perimeter. Arop had a few high-flying dunks and is capable of playing above the rim. He is dedicated to defense and all-around play. Arop is a two-way player who should appeal to coaches at the next level.” Chom did a lot of things well during camp and will be a prospect to monitor over the coming years at Bishop McGuinness.
#140: 6’6 ’26 Josiah Spillman (Calvary Day)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who has progressed considerably over the last calendar year, Josiah Spillman. He’s a steady big man who displays solid touch, mobility, and two-way energy. Spillman understands how to affect the game through his rebounding, finishing, and ability to alter shots. He doesn’t need touches to make an impact but continues to show increased polish offensively, both inside the paint and spacing the floor. Spillman runs the floor well and capitalizes in transition. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would allow him to switch onto smaller guards defensively. Coach Doughty on Spillman: “Josiah surprised me with his ability to step out and knock down three-pointers. He battled inside for position very effectively. He has a power game inside the paint. Josiah is a great rebounder with a nice court sense. This made him very hard for opponents to defend. He’s a good rim-protector and perimeter defender. He uses his size to his advantage. Keep your eye on Josiah.” Spillman stood out as a difference-maker at camp and will be a key piece for Calvary Day over these next two seasons.
#144: 6’8 ’26 Justin Johannes (Porter Ridge)
Next, we look at a player who was arguably the most intriguing high school performer on display, Justin Johannes. He’s a long, fluid, athletic big man with a useful skillset and array of enticing physical tools. Johannes excelled at running the floor and finishing above the rim. He also displayed flashes of floor-spacing ability and polish out of the post. Johannes consistently altered/blocked shots defensively and rebounded the ball at a quality rate. For someone who lost the last two seasons due to an injury, there should be a lot of buzz surrounding his emergence. Next in his development process is working to add strength to his wiry frame, as it would make him a more reliable interior cog. Coach Doughty on Johannes: “Justin has a thin frame but plays a lot bigger. He has a nice inside game but can pop out to the perimeter to knock down three-pointers. He can play with finesse or power. Justin was able to hit a few midrange jumpers as well, showing he can be equally effective from inside or outside the arc.” Johannes made a lasting impression with his showing at camp, securing the MVP Award, and should be a definite target for college coaches over the foreseeable future.
#145: 5’11 ’26 Cameron Anderson (Oak Ridge Military)
Finishing up, we look at a player who did a great job of producing within the flow of the action, Cameron Anderson. He’s a tough, scrappy guard prospect who naturally understands how to fill in the gaps on both ends of the floor. Anderson possesses a sturdy frame, which allows him to defend multiple positions, finish through contact, and rebound bigger than his listed height. Next in his development process is working on his transition defense, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Doughty on Anderson: “Cameron had a great showing at this camp. He came to make a name for himself and did just that. He played as well offensively as he did defensively. He finished at the rim, shot the midrange, and made some long-range bombs as well. Cam is a great team player. He knew when we needed to get a good shot and was able to help us execute. I would like to have him on my school team.” Anderson enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be able to carve out a meaningful role during his upcoming junior season at Oak Ridge.