By: Malcolm Morgan
2026 Nikolas Arnold (Riptide)
Has been putting on a clinic today! This kid can play… he gets to the rim at will, great footwork, stays under control, and is a shot-maker. It didn’t look like anything was going to speed him up. He plays with confidence and has a calm composure while he does it. Has a high-level IQ for the game and is a checkmark for coaches in need of a true point guard.
2024 Jack Ellyson (CC Elite)
Coaches need to keep an eye on this kid. The definition of “tough”. He can create his own shot off the dribble, high caliber catch and shoot type of player, and also locks in defensively. Showed a toughness about him that is every coaches dream. He plays the game with a unique confidence about himself. He does a great job creating space and has a picture-perfect release on his shot. Filled with potential in my opinion.
2024 Julien “Speedy” Evering (NLPB)
Has earned every single bit of the nickname and has proved to be one of the most fastest/quickest guards I have seen. His athleticism is almost unreal and he has shot the ball great and has had some solid finishes. He plays at a controlled pace and does a great job of using his quickness to his advantage. Very flashy and confident and super fun to watch!
2025 Landon Shirk (Impact)
This kid was definitely one of my favorite performances. He showed off some flashy moves early in the game. He also had a super quick spin move he put to use throughout the game and it seemed there was no answer for it. He did everything including taking charges, had great vision, and playing hard and it all made a huge “Impact”. Will keep an eye on this kid throughout the day.
2025 Tabari Allen (3D Elite)
This kid is a force! Gets after it on defense, rebounds, and was making plays all game long. Coaches might want to keep an eye on his development because I see a lot of potential in this kid. He has a great size and athleticism to him pretty early and you can just tell he has a great feel for the game. He plays hard every single possesion and his aggressiveness got him a lot of points. He has a very strong frame and could be a real problem in the future!