Team 7
Coach: Chris Ewell
#6: 5’2 ’28 Jeremiah Purdie (Knightdale)
Starting off, we look at a player who showcased the makings of a quality young floor general, Jeremiah Purdie. He’s a small, unselfish point guard prospect with quickness, vision, and a quality handle. Purdie is a solid scorer from all levels but understands how to pick his spots while creating for others. He plays with solid effort defensively and pushes the break well in transition. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it will help prepare him for the physicality of the high school game. Coach Ewell on Purdie: “Jeremiah has the potential to be a quality guard with his confidence, ability to find teammates, get paint touches, and stretch the floor. He needs to be more consistent with these things but shows flashes. As his effort, IQ, and overall skillset develop, he can be a guard to watch long term.” Purdie did a variety of things well during his time at camp and will be a prospect to monitor going forward.
#31: 5’9 ’27 Riley Clarida (Walkertown)
Next, we look at a player who already possesses a pretty appealing array of skills, Riley Clarida. He’s a scrappy, unselfish guard prospect with an active motor and fairly well-rounded offensive identity. Clarida handles the ball nicely and mixes it up well as a scorer from all levels. He’s arguably at his best in spot-up situations, but can also attack closeouts and finish around the basket. He provides consistent effort as a defender and rebounder. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it will make him a better on-ball defender. Coach Ewell on Clarida: “Riley has a good foundation of skills. He does a little bit of everything offensively. He hit open shots from midrange and beyond the arc. Handles the ball pretty well under pressure and can make reads at a decent level. He will continue to get better at guarding the ball as he gets quicker and stronger. Riley just has to learn how to be a leader and play through adversity.” Clarida enjoyed a quality showing at camp and has the tools to emerge as a contributor sooner than later for Walkertown.
#32: 5’9 ’28 Jasiye Simmons (Leadership Academy)
Moving forward, we look at a player who showcases steady improvement with each viewing, Jasiye Simmons. He’s a wiry, scrappy guard prospect with useful length, energy, and toughness. Simmons displayed an active motor and looked to involve himself in the action however possible. He made several plays defensively and ran hard in transition. Simmons rebounds well for his size and is capable of scoring within the flow of the team structure. Next in his development process is working to become a better ball-handler, as it will make him a more reliable offensive threat. Coach Ewell on Simmons: “Jasiye plays with good effort on both ends of the floor. Gave the team some second-chance opportunities with his energy on the glass. Made some good finishes through contact on a few occasions.” Simmons made a solid impact at camp and will be a prospect to track as he progresses over the coming years.
#54: 5’11 ’28 Jeramie Lewis (Greenwood)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who showcased a willingness to fill in the gaps however possible, Jermaine Lewis. He’s a scrappy, high-motor guard prospect with the ability to do a little bit of everything on the court. Lewis displayed a balanced offensive skillset and unselfish approach. He defended with terrific energy and forced turnovers at a healthy rate. Lewis also rebounded the ball very effectively for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a three-point shooter, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Ewell on Lewis: “Jermaine was solid each game. He provided effort when guarding the ball and chasing down rebounds. He runs the floor in transition looking for easy baskets. Jermaine finishes well, makes good passes to open teammates, and maintains a vocal presence defensively.” Lewis consistently found ways to make his presence felt at camp and will be a prospect to watch closely over the coming years.
#66: 6’0 ’27 Troy Myers (Rolesville)
Next, we look at a player who found ways to make his presence felt on both ends of the floor, Troy Myers. He’s a steady, active guard prospect who plays hard and fills in the gaps however possible. Myers knocked down shots, finished in transition, and consistently operated within the flow of the offense. He also battled for rebounds and contained his assignment well defensively. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it will make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Ewell on Myers: “Troy was a spark for us at times with his ability to shoot off the catch. He has pretty good size to defend on the perimeter and finish when attacking the rim—which he should do more often. He’s also a solid rebounder at the guard spot.” Myers found ways to make an impact at camp and should be able to emerge sooner than later for Rolesville.
#148: 6’1 ’27 Reury Hernandez (Leesville Road)
Moving forward, we look at a player who really shined through his effort and unselfishness, Reury Hernandez. He’s a scrappy, high-motor post prospect with a solid IQ and team-oriented approach to the game. Hernandez displayed the ability to score from various levels but primarily stood out through his passing, rebounding, and willingness to do the dirty work. He’s comfortable with or without the ball in his hands. Next in his development process is working to get quicker, as it would make him a better on-ball defender. Coach Ewell on Hernandez: “Reury offers a reliable presence on the floor. He finds success through his ability to pass, set screens, move without the ball, and hit shots from 15 feet and in. Occasionally steps out and knocks down shots from beyond the arc. Talks well on defense and uses his size effectively to create space in the post.” Hernandez enjoyed a solid showing at camp and will be a prospect to watch as he continues to progress.
#79: 6’1 ’27 Caden Bregu (Chapel Hill)
Continuing forward, we look at a player who showcased a very polished skillset, Caden Bregu. He’s a smart, wiry guard prospect with a high motor and the ability to operate in various different roles. Bregu is a terrific spot-up threat who moves well without the ball and consistently knocks down jumpers from the perimeter. He possesses nice vision and a tight handle, which allows him to create effectively for himself and others. Bregu also battles for rebounds and contains his assignment defensively. Next in his development process is working to get stronger, as it would allow him to become a more physically imposing defender. Coach Ewell on Bregu: “Caden was the most coachable player on the floor. He plays hard on both ends, handles the ball well, consistently locates open teammates, and scores with efficiency. He has the moves to finish around the rim or make the extra pass. Shoots it well off the dribble and defends with great energy.” Bregu proved to be an asset for this team and should be a useful contributor at Chapel Hill over the next few years.
#91: 6’2 ’28 Ashton Green (Atkins)
Next, we look at a player who consistently found ways to make his presence felt within the flow of the action, Ashton Green. He’s an unselfish, fairly well-rounded wing/forward prospect with great quickness and a useful penetration sense. Green plays hard and routinely outworks opponents for rebounds on both ends of the floor. 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 Ewell on Green: “Ashton is a long-term prospect that can be really good if he continues to add to his game on the perimeter. He has good strength and athleticism for a freshman and understands how to use it to his advantage. He finishes above the rim and through contact well for his age. Ashton’s next step is working on his lateral movement, ball-handling, and outside shooting off the catch.” Green highlighted a lot of appealing qualities at camp and will be a prospect to watch emerge for Atkins.
#105: 6’3 ’27 Alex Dauska (Charlotte Latin)
Moving forward, we look at a player who easily stood out among the most productive campers in attendance, Alex Dauska. He’s a smart, skilled, versatile wing prospect who has the ability to impact all facets of the game. Dauska scores with efficiency from all levels, makes his presence felt without the ball, and effectively creates for himself and others. He utilizes his body well to play through contact but also displays craftiness around the basket. Dauska defended multiple positions and consistently made his presence felt on the glass. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more dynamic player. Coach Ewell on Dauska: “Alex was consistent each game at hitting outside shots. He does a good job using his size to attack the rim, especially in transition. Alex plays with a good motor and is very coachable. On defense, he is versatile with his size, strength, and ability to move.” Dauska was undeniably impressive at camp, leading all scorers at 20.3 PPG and earning the Offense Award. Expect him to be a key piece sooner than later for Charlotte Latin.
#116: 6’4 ’28 Hunter Gerould (Gaston Day)
Finishing up, we look at a player who made a lasting impression as one of the top freshmen on display, Hunter Gerould. He’s a tough, versatile wing/forward prospect with a high motor and quality feel for the game. Gerould hit shots at a solid clip but is arguably at his best when finishing or capitalizing on second-chance opportunities. He defended multiple positions, forced turnovers regularly, and consistently outworked opponents for rebounds. Next in his development process is working to become a craftier ball-handler, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Ewell on Gerould: “Hunter is another long-term prospect to watch with his size and skillset. He plays with good effort on both ends of the floor. Probably the best rebounder and rim-protector on the floor most times. He excels in transition at getting to the basket and is capable of hitting shots off the catch. Moves pretty well without the ball, whether cutting to the rim or coming off screens to shoot.” Gerould did a lot of things well at camp, securing the Defense Award, and will be a prospect to monitor for Gaston Day over the coming years.