Team 16

Coach: Ricardo Priester

#3: 5’7 ’28 Gregory Williams Jr. (Eau Claire)

Starting off, we look at a player who did a lot of things well despite being the smallest camper on this team, Gregory Williams Jr. He’s a scrappy, unselfish guard prospect who can dictate the action as a playmaker or find success as an off-ball threat. Williams is a quality perimeter shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, and is comfortable coming off movement. He looks to make the right decision with the ball in his hands. Williams offered great energy on defense. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more reliable finisher around the basket. Coach Priester on Williams: “Greg is good coming off ball screens and making plays. Displayed solid instincts as a decision-maker. Shot well in our last game of the day.” Williams enjoyed a nice showing at camp and will be a prospect to watch progress over the coming years.

#16: 5’10 ’28 Justin Carter (DW Daniel)

Next, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his defense and penetration instincts, Justin Carter. He’s a smart, heady guard prospect with sharp quickness and quality feel on both ends of the floor. Carter is a capable perimeter shooter, but truly excels when getting downhill and attacking the basket. He finishes well and looks to set up others whenever possible. On the other end, Carter provides an impactful defensive presence. Between his positioning and anticipation, he does a great job of keeping opponents in front. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Priester on Carter: “Justin possesses a very quick first step. Knows how to get to the basket whenever he wants. Loves to guard. Forces turnovers at a solid rate and makes plays in transition.” Carter made his presence felt throughout camp and should become a difference-maker at DW Daniel going forward.

#18: 5’10 ’28 Isaiah Jacques (Keenan)

Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his feel as a playmaker, Isaiah Jacques. He’s a smart, unselfish guard prospect with a useful combination of vision, polish, and creation skills. Jacques is comfortable generating shots for himself and others with the ball in his hands, but also appears capable of finding success without the ball. He moves well as a cutter, makes the extra pass, and scores efficiently within the flow of the action. Jacques is a solid defender who provides consistent effort on both ends of the floor. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Priester on Jacques: “Isaiah really sees the floor well and understands how to effectively distribute the ball to his teammates. Made good decisions when attacking and stood out as an unselfish piece.” Jacques made a strong impact during camp and will be a prospect to monitor at Keenan over the foreseeable future.

#25: 5’11 ’28 William Spatola (Legion Collegiate)

Continuing forward, we look at a player who consistently stood out through his two-way energy, William Spatola. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect with a nonstop motor and unselfish approach to the game. Spatola offers a steady, low-maintenance offensive presence with the ability to knock down shots, make the extra pass, and move without the ball. On the other end, he overwhelms opponents with his motor, toughness, and willingness to make the hustle plays. Spatola also pursues rebounds at a solid rate and gets to his spots well in transition. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more reliable creator. Coach Priester on Spatola: “William is a real competitor. Plays with a great motor and offers toughness defensively. Hit shots offensively and kept the ball in motion. Did the dirty work whenever possible.” Spatola found success throughout camp and should emerge as a key piece at Legion Collegiate over these next few years.

#63: 6’0 ’28 Chase Marshall (Westwood)

Next, we look at a player who found success through his low-maintenance approach on both ends of the floor, Chase Marshall. He’s a steady, unselfish guard prospect with a nice combination of feel, motor, and perimeter shooting. Marshall understands how to move without the ball and capitalize on his opportunities within the flow of the action. He’s a willing passer who looks to make the right play whenever possible. Marshall offers a solid defensive presence and positions himself well to make hustle plays. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more reliable creator. Coach Priester on Marshall: “Chase is a really good shooter. Provides good energy and a positive attitude. Plays well within his role. Guards well in the half court but can improve his full-court defense.” Marshall enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be able to carve out a useful role for Westwood sooner than later.

#72: 6’1 ’28 Wyatt Dugger (Greenville)

Moving forward, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the top shooting threat on this team, Wyatt Dugger. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect who knows how to thrive without needing the ball in his hands. Dugger plays hard and makes the extra pass, but knows how to consistently knock down shots along the perimeter. He’s able to access pull-ups off the bounce or attack closeouts as needed. Dugger also provides nice energy as a defender and rebounder. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a better penetrator. Coach Priester on Dugger: “Wyatt’s strength lies within his shooting ability from beyond the arc. Good in the midrange and capable at the basket. Very confident in his shooting ability. Leader who sets the tone by example.” Dugger proved to be an asset throughout camp and should be a difference-maker for Greenville over the coming years.

#126: 6’2 ’28 Jabron McFadden (Wilson)

Continuing forward, we look at a player who highlighted the ability to cause matchup problems for opponents, Jabron McFadden. He’s a strong, versatile wing prospect with a high motor and team-oriented approach to the game. McFadden finishes well around the basket, posts up smaller players, and is comfortable attacking off the bounce. He utilizes his strength well to play through contact and physically overwhelm opponents on both ends of the floor. McFadden is capable of defending multiple positions and securing rebounds at a high volume. 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 Priester on McFadden: “Jabron has a lot of ability. Strong rebounder with soft touch around the rim. Good footwork and can knock down jumpers at a nice rate. He can work on using his left hand.” McFadden did a lot of things well during camp and should emerge as a key piece for Wilson sooner than later.

#143: 6’3 ’28 Hunter Collins (Lugoff-Elgin)

Next, we look at a player who highlighted the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways, Hunter Collins. He’s a smart, athletic wing/forward prospect with a high motor, unselfish approach, and well-rounded skillset. Collins is a useful creator who can mix it up from all levels, but is arguably at his best when hitting shots along the perimeter. He’s a scrappy defender and strong rebounder who shows a willingness to make hustle plays whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better creator off the bounce. Coach Priester on Collins: “Hunter is an athletic player who knows how to operate within the flow of the action. Shoots the ball well from the perimeter and stands out as a team player on both ends of the floor. Rebounds at a consistent rate and runs hard in transition. Good attitude and energy.” Collins made his presence felt throughout camp and should be a useful piece at Lugoff-Elgin going forward.

#150: 6’4 ’28 Ricky Hood III (Westside)

Moving forward, we look at a player who showcased a lot of enticing tools, Ricky Hood III. He’s a strong, explosive wing prospect with an excellent combination of size, feel, and toughness. Hood is a capable ball-handler and perimeter shooter, but is clearly at his best when getting downhill and attacking the basket. He finishes strong at the rim and sets up others as needed. Hood is a physical defender and willing rebounder who outworks opponents for extra possessions. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better creator off the bounce. Coach Priester on Hood: “Ricky is a very athletic player who utilizes his physical tools to his advantage. Great leaper who finishes well and plays effectively through contact inside the paint. Strong in traffic. Rebounds the ball at a nice rate on both ends of the floor.” Hood enjoyed a terrific showing at camp and will be a prospect to monitor for Westside over the coming years.

#160: 6’6 ’28 CJ Moore (Ridge View)

Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses a lot of appealing tools and clear long-term upside, CJ Moore. He’s a long, athletic wing/forward prospect with intriguing flashes of skill and versatility. Moore is able to create with the ball in his hands, set up others, and score in a variety of different ways. He knocks down shots at a reliable clip and understands how to apply consistent pressure as a cutter or downhill driver. Moore finishes above the rim and through contact. He defends multiple positions and utilizes his physical tools to regularly overwhelm opponents on that end of the floor. Moore also secures rebounds at a nice rate and makes plays in transition. Next in his development process is working to tighten his handle, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Priester on Moore: “CJ is a great team player who leads on both ends of the floor. Communicates, defends multiple positions, and rebounds the ball. CJ has so much potential to uncover.” Moore did a variety of things well at camp and has the tools to be a special player with continued work.

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