Team 11
Coach: Sam Layman
#8: 5’8 ’27 Chase Reuss (Heathwood Hall)

Starting off, we look at a player who offered a reliable presence with or without the ball in his hands, Chase Reuss. He’s a smart, scrappy guard prospect who can initiate the offense, create for himself and others, or find success as a spot-up threat. Reuss is a quality shooter from midrange and beyond the arc, but also applies quality pressure as a penetrator. He’s also quick enough to keep opponents in front defensively. Next in his development process is working on his transition defense, as it would make him a more reliable player. Coach Layman on Reuss: “Chase is a solid guard with the ability to score at all three levels. Best when shooting three-pointers off the catch or creating his shot in the midrange. Great attitude and very coachable. Super quick and able to generate paint touches.” Reuss did a lot of things well during camp and should emerge as a useful piece for Heathwood Hall sooner than later.
#56: 5’11 ’27 William Rose (First Baptist)

Next, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his quickness and two-way motor, William Rose. He’s a scrappy, energetic guard prospect who excels at getting downhill and applying pressure as a penetrator. Rose finishes well around the basket, but can also find opportunities as a midrange shooter. He’s a useful rebounder, especially for his size, and defender at the point of attack. 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 Layman on Rose: “William is an undersized lefty wing. Should eventually become a guard but needs to improve his vision and IQ as a playmaker. Takes tough shots off the dribble and doesn’t convert at a high enough percentage to do so. Best when getting downhill and finishing. Good strength and ability to guard the ball defensively.” Rose enjoyed a quality showing at camp and will be one to watch progress over the coming years for First Baptist.
#59: 5’11 ’27 Aquil Lake (Westwood)

Moving forward, we look at a player who stood out through his steady, well-rounded identity, Aquil Lake. He’s a smart, unselfish guard prospect with a high motor and the ability to operate in various different roles. Lake is a smooth three-point shooter with excellent vision and an understanding of how to effectively attack closeouts. He offers a quality defensive presence, displaying the necessary instincts to contain his assignment and force turnovers at a solid rate. Lake also consistently rebounds and makes hustle plays. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a better finisher around the basket. Coach Layman on Lake: “Aquil is a small lefty guard with good IQ and great use of fakes to create better scoring opportunities for himself and others. Displays great vision and passing ability. Stands out as a reliable three-point shooter who is comfortable without the ball.” Lake made a solid impact throughout camp and should be able to carve out an impactful role for Westwood over the coming years.
#75: 6’1 ’27 Joshaun Grant (Blythewood)

Continuing forward, we look at a player who displayed the ability to touch the paint whenever he wanted, Joshaun Grant. He’s a smart, tough guard prospect with incredible quickness and penetration instincts. Grant touches the paint at a high volume and finishes well through contact. He handles the ball with poise and craftiness and makes smart decisions off the bounce. Grant is physical enough to involve himself in the rebounding battle and gets to his spots in transition whenever possible. Next in his development process is working on his awareness as an off-ball defender, as it would make him a more reliable teammate. Coach Layman on Grant: “Joshaun is a quick, shifty guard with a solid handle and good positional size. Able to easily beat defenders off the dribble and create opportunities to finish around the rim. Solid midrange game and can also stretch it out beyond the arc. Good passer.” Grant provided useful production during his time at camp and will be a piece to watch emerge for Blythewood going forward.
#129: 6’2 ’27 Reginald Dozier (Goose Creek)

Next, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the top defender on this team, Reginald Dozier. He’s a rugged, high-motor wing prospect who understands how to do the little things on both ends of the floor. Dozier is a strong finisher and quality midrange shooter who can knock down three-pointers as needed. He moves well without the ball to find cutting opportunities. On the other end, Dozier offers a tough, physical presence. He positions himself properly to keep opponents in front and force turnovers with consistency. Dozier also rebounds very well for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Layman on Dozier: “Reginald has great size and a frame that he uses exceptionally well when driving to the rim—both initiating and finishing through contact. Rebounds the ball with physicality. Guards the ball well and stops opposing ball-handlers from gaining a north/south advantage (forces them east/west).” Dozier proved to be an asset during camp and should be a difference-maker for Goose Creek sooner than later.
#132: 6’2 ’27 Quinton Watts (Laurens)

Moving forward, we look at a player who did a quality job of filling in the gaps on both ends of the floor, Quinton Watts. He’s an unselfish, fairly well-rounded wing/forward prospect with the ability to impact all facets of the game. Watts can apply scoring pressure from all levels and find success with or without the ball in his hands. He offers a solid defensive and rebounding presence. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Layman on Watts: “Quinton has a solid handle for a guy who has decent size and length. Proved to have the ability to break down defenders with his dribble 1 on 1 to create opportunities at the rim. Can also finish from cuts and post entry. Good ability/instincts when rebounding the ball.” Watts made his presence felt during camp and has the tools to emerge as a difference-maker for Laurens over the coming months.
#138: 6’2 ’27 Peyton Jennings (White Knoll)

Continuing forward, we look at a player who shined through his polish and leadership by example, Peyton Jennings. He’s a scrappy, high-motor wing/forward prospect who displays an incredibly unselfish approach to the game. Jennings is a lethal shooter, both from midrange and beyond the arc, who moves well without the ball and attacks closeouts as needed. He’s a quality on-ball defender and plays the passing lanes well to force turnovers. Jennings also rebounds well for his size and frequently outworks bigger opponents for extra possessions. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Layman on Jennings: “Peyton has good size and strength that he uses well to create advantages for himself on offense, to negate attackers on defense, and to competitively rebound the ball. Extremely unselfish and consistently looked to create opportunities for teammates. Can finish through contact as well as stretch it from beyond the arc. Very solid passer.” Jennings found quality success during camp and should be a focal point for White Knoll sooner than later.
#145: 6’3 ’27 Jackson Ross (Hammond)

Next, we look at a player who arguably stood out as the top three-point shooter on this team, Jackson Ross. He’s a skilled forward prospect with an excellent combination of IQ, motor, and unselfishness. Ross offers a well-rounded offensive identity with the ability to create, attack the basket, and make an impact without the ball in his hands. Ross is a solid defender who provides consistent effort. He also makes his presence felt on the glass. Next in his development process is working on his ability to move without the ball, as it would make him an even better spot-up threat. Coach Layman on Ross: “Jackson has a good basketball IQ and understanding of defensive schemes (contact switching) as well as the importance of getting a piece of the paint and kicking out. Demonstrates ability to drive and create for both himself and others. Great shooter off the catch that can stretch it from deep as well.” Ross proved to be an asset during camp and should be able to carve out a meaningful role at Hammond going forward.