Team 12

Coach: Jordan Portee

#9: 5’8 ’27 Zavien Broughton (Woodmont)

Starting off, we look at a player who made a strong impact despite being the smallest camper on this team, Zavien Broughton. He’s a tough, scrappy lead guard prospect with a high motor and unselfish approach to the game. Broughton is a sharp penetrator who touches the paint, finishes around the basket, and knocks down open shots. He also moves well without the ball. On the other end, Broughton is a reliable defender with the quickness and physicality to overwhelm opposing guards. Next in his development process is working on his vision as a playmaker, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Portee on Broughton: “Zavien is a high-motor energy player who plays extremely hard on defense. He is very vocal on the court. Does need to work on controlling the tempo and knowing when to slow things down. He is capable of hitting open three-pointers or attacking closeouts as a driver. Needs to work on adding a floater and creating for others.” Broughton enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a useful piece for Woodmont over the coming years.

#55: 5’11 ’27 Drey Jackson (Easley)

Next, we look at a player who stood out through his mentality and team-oriented approach, Drey Jackson. He’s a smart, tough guard prospect with a terrific motor and the ability to make plays with or without the ball in his hands. Jackson is a phenomenal defender who mirrors opposing guards and forces turnovers at a strong rate. He’s a useful transition threat with the ability to fill in the gaps offensively. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a shooter off the dribble, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Portee on Jackson: “Drey had a great camp and is a good teammate. He will do whatever it takes to win, whether it’s playing the true point guard position where he needs to set up the offense or pressure the opposing guard for 94 feet. Moving forward, Drey will need to involve himself in more pick-and-roll actions to make himself more of a threat on offense. That said, he’s able to hit open three-pointers.” Jackson made a strong impact during camp and should be a difference-maker for Easley over the foreseeable future.

#64: 6’0 ’27 Avery Georgiana-Richardson (Brookland Cayce)

Moving forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression through his nonstop motor, Avery Georgiana-Richardson. He’s a smart, athletic guard prospect with an unselfish approach to the game. Georgiana-Richardson is a reliable shooting threat, both from midrange and beyond the arc, who moves extremely well without the ball to find open seams within the defense. He’s a capable creator but doesn’t need the ball to be effective. Georgiana-Richardson defends with great energy and rebounds at an incredible rate for his size/position. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a better penetrating threat. Coach Portee on Richardson: “Avery does play extremely hard in his role and could be a 3-and-D player. He does need to continue working on his ball-handling and decision-making. He showed he can move without the ball and finish when attacking the rim.” Richardson highlighted nice ability during his time at camp and should be a piece to monitor over the coming years.

#68: 6’0 ’27 Christopher Horton (Ridge View)

Continuing forward, we look at a player who easily stood out as one of the top campers on display, Christopher Horton. He’s a smart, rugged guard prospect with a high motor, unselfish approach, and all-around skillset. Horton scores from all levels, creates effectively off the bounce, and contains his assignment exceptionally well on defense. Horton also rebounds and pushes the break effectively in transition. Next in his development process is working to become a craftier ball-handler, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Portee on Horton: “Christopher has a great feel for the game. He truly is a competitor. Has the ability to score off the dribble or off the catch. He was also able to score off the pick-and-roll and showed a glimpse that he could facilitate as well. For the future, Chris will have to work on running a system offense and working on shot selection. He can score a lot of points but will have to work on getting others involved to become a true point guard.” Horton proved to be a major asset during camp and should be a key piece at Ridge View going forward.

#79: 6’1 ’27 Josh Gamble (South Florence)

Next, we look at a player who showcased an adaptable, well-rounded identity, Josh Gamble. He’s a smart, skilled guard prospect with a high motor, unselfish approach, and the ability to produce in various types of roles. Gamble handles the ball with poise and creates well for himself and others. He scores the ball from all levels, but is arguably at his best when applying pressure from beyond the arc. Gamble is a terrific defender with sharp instincts for forcing turnovers at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on his consistency as a shooter off the dribble, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Portee on Gamble: “Joshua has a great feel for the game. He was able to score and facilitate with the ball in his hands. He’s a great on-ball defender with the ability to force turnovers and score the ball well in transition. Josh’s IQ is pretty high and is a good decision-maker.” Gamble did a lot of things well during camp and has the tools to be a difference-maker for South Florence over the coming years.

#128: 6’2 ’27 Dre Hoist (Goose Creek)

Moving forward, we look at a player who found consistent success through his ability to fill in the gaps, Dre Hoist. He’s a smart, versatile wing prospect who plays bigger than his size and impacts all facets of the game. Hoist is a reliable perimeter shooter who can attack closeouts and make plays at the rim. He’s a willing passer who looks to set up others whenever possible. Hoist is also a terrific defender who causes problems for several types of opponents. Next in his development process is working to become a craftier ball-handler, as it would make him a more reliable creator. Coach Portee on Hoist: “Dre showed that he is versatile and can guard different positions. He even showed spurts of handling the ball and making plays off the bounce. He has the ability to finish at the basket because of his frame. I think the next step for him is making the right reads and improving his decision-making.” Hoist enjoyed a quality showing at camp and has the tools to emerge as a useful piece for Goose Creek sooner than later.

#133: 6’2 ’27 Jaden Hardnett (Olympic)

Continuing forward, we look at a player who made a lasting impression with his perimeter shooting, Jaden Hardnett. He’s a smart, unselfish wing prospect with a high motor and low-maintenance identity. Hardnett is a capable creator who can score from all levels, but is arguably at his best when playing without the ball and applying pressure as a shooting threat. He’s a nice playmaker who is willing to make the extra pass. Hardnett also secures rebounds at a strong rate and contains his assignment very well defensively. 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 Portee on Hardnett: “Jaden was able to hit shots from the midrange and beyond the arc. He proved capable of guarding multiple positions and rebounded the ball as well. Needs to continue working on his ball-handling and decision-making but does possess the skill of playing hard.” Hardnett made a quality impact during camp and should be able to carve out a role for Olympic over these next few seasons.

#137: 6’2 ’27 Joshua Van Kallen (Ridge View)

Next, we look at a player who consistently caused problems for opponents through his defense and physicality, Joshua Van Kallen. He’s an athletic, unselfish wing prospect who excels in transition. Van Kallen is a game-changing defender and physically overwhelming rebounder who consistently outworks opponents on both ends of the floor. He suffocates opponents and forces turnovers at a strong rate. Van Kallen also displays great feel and energy on either side of the ball. 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 Portee on Van Kallen: “Joshua has great athletic ability which allows him to physically dominate other players. He displays a great understanding of defensive principles. He was also able to show his IQ by understanding mismatches during the games. Josh is an above-the-rim player but will need to show his ability to score in the halfcourt setting as time progresses.” Van Kallen did a lot of things well during camp and should be a difference-maker for Ridge View over the coming years.

#152: 6’4 ’27 Kamden Hack (JL Mann)

Moving forward, we look at a player who possesses an enticing blend of intangibles and on-court ability, Kamden Hack. He’s a smart, versatile wing prospect with the size, skill, and motor to impact the game on both ends of the floor. Hack displayed the ability to create for himself and others and apply solid scoring pressure from all levels. He’s a reliable defender who competes with constant energy and makes hustle plays whenever possible. Hack also moves well without the ball. Next in his development process is working to improve his rebounding presence, as it would give him a more reliable interior presence. Coach Portee on Hack: “Kamden had a great showing today on both ends of the floor. He is long, versatile, and can defend guards or bigs. He also has a great feel on offense, where he had some good slashes to the basket. Going forward, he will need to work on his ball-handling ability and scoring in the halfcourt.” Hack made a strong impact throughout camp and should be a focal point at JL Mann going forward.

#167: 6’7 ’27 Isaiah Atkins (Landrum)

Finishing up, we look at a player who possesses an enticing crossroads between production and long-term upside, Isaiah Atkins. He’s a scrappy, unselfish post prospect with a high motor and unselfish approach. Atkins is a capable finisher and floor-spacer who can mix it up well offensively. He’s a willing passer who makes smart decisions with the ball in his hands. Atkins moves extremely well without the ball to find opportunities within the flow of the action. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a more reliable defender when switching onto smaller guards. Coach Portee on Atkins: “Isaiah has a lot of potential. He was able to score off pick-and-rolls and rebound the ball well. He also is very unselfish and looks for his teammates when being guarded in the post. He also contested shots around the rim and has great hands to finish around the basket. He will need to work on more post moves and learning to spring more in transition to get easy layups.” Atkins highlighted a lot of appeal during camp and has the tools to be an impact piece at Landrum over the coming years.

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