Team 9
Coach: Cam Corey
#41: 5’8 ’28 JT Brodowski (River Bluff)
Starting off, JT Brodowski is a 5-foot-8 prospect in the Class of 2028. He found ways to make a steady impact on both ends of the floor despite being the smallest camper on this team. Brodowski is a smart, scrappy lead guard with a nonstop motor and the ability to make plays for himself and others. He mixes it up well as a scorer from all levels while showing playmaking instincts and toughness defensively. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Corey on Brodowski: “JT does a great job of getting others involved. Gets to the paint and plays well off two feet. Can create his own shot off one or two dribbles and convert pull-ups well. Has a great next-play mentality. Gives 100% effort on both ends of the floor. Got his float game going early to open up shooting opportunities.” Brodowski enjoyed a quality showing at camp and should be a key piece for River Bluff over the coming years.
#59: 5’10 ’28 Joshua Pendergrass (Sumter)
Next, Joshua Pendergrass is a 5-foot-10 prospect in the Class of 2028. Given his reliable, low-maintenance presence, he did a terrific job of producing within the flow of the action. Pendergrass is a strong spot-up threat who knows how to consistently find open space and knock down perimeter jumpers at a quality rate. He’s capable of attacking closeouts as needed. Pendergrass is also a very active, rugged defender who contains his assignment well at the point of attack. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a better finisher through contact. Coach Corey on Pendergrass: “Joshua is a great catch-and-shoot guy who operates well from beyond the arc. Plays really well moving off ball to find the gaps and openings within the defense. Hard-nosed guy that goes for every 50/50 ball. Sprints to his spots. Takes no plays off on either side of the ball.” Pendergrass did a lot of things well during camp and should be a difference-maker for Sumter this season.
#60: 5’10 ’28 Sidney Haney (Ridge View)
Next, Sidney Haney is a 5-foot-10 prospect in the Class of 2028. Between his shooting, penetration, and scrappy defensive presence, he made his presence felt on both ends of the floor. Haney is a terrific perimeter shooter who moves well without the ball and knocks down jumpers at a high percentage. He attacks closeouts effectively, showing the ability to finish or make the extra pass when available. Haney is a solid defender who plays with great energy to outwork opponents for extra opportunities. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Corey on Haney: “Sidney is very quick. Can shoot it from deep at a high percentage. Very crafty around the rim. Great on-ball defender. Very confident in his game. Gets downhill with ease and looks for drop-off passes on the attack.” Haney found success throughout camp and has the tools to emerge as a vital piece at Ridge View going forward.
#75: 6’0 ’28 Jacson Mallory (Spartanburg)
Next, Jacson Mallory is a 6-foot-0 prospect in the Class of 2028. He did a great job of setting the tone as a steady two-way piece. Mallory is a smart, unselfish point guard who knocks down jumpers and touches the paint at a high volume. He’s comfortable operating as an off-ball threat due to his cutting instincts and ability to hit shots. Mallory is a willing playmaker and scrappy on-ball defender. Next in his development process is working on the use of his off-hand, as it would make him a more complete player. Coach Corey on Mallory: “Jacson is a hard-nosed point guard. Moves very well without the ball. Attacks his spot with a sense of urgency. Does a great job on and off the ball defensively. Gets to his pull-up comfortably. Plays well off two fee and gets paint touches to involve others. Leads vocally on the defensive end of the floor. Smooth finisher around the rim.” Mallory highlighted a lot of ability during camp and has the tools to emerge as a key piece for Spartanburg this season.
#76: 6’0 ’28 Malik Brunson (Keenan)
Next, Malik Brunson is a 6-foot-0 prospect in the Class of 2028. Clearly one of the most impressive campers on display, he showcased the full arsenal. Brunson is a smart, dynamic guard who can create for himself and others with relative ease. He scores at an impressive rate from all levels and is comfortable with or without he ball in his hands. Brunson is a suffocating defender who shuts down opponents and forces turnovers at a strong rate. Next in his development process is working on becoming a craftier ball-handler, as it would make him even more difficult for opponents to contain. Coach Corey on Brunson: “Malik was the best all-around player in sophomore camp. Can shoot off the dribble and is very crafty around the rim. Gets others involved in transition. Dives for every 50/50 ball. Malik plays with a high motor that never stops. Displays really good vision and consistently looks for teammates. Rebounds on both ends of the floor. Picks up 94 feet to be a pest defensively.” Brunson proved to be an asset during camp, securing a Top Performer award, and should be a key piece at Keenan going forward.
#87: 6’1 ’28 Noah Dodd (Landrum)
Next, Noah Dodd is a 6-foot-1 prospect in the Class of 2028. He shines as a steady, well-rounded piece who knows how to affect all facets of the game. Dodd is a knockdown shooter with excellent IQ, ball skills, and a reliable defensive presence. He’s able to initiate the offense and create for himself and others off the bounce. Dodd is a solid rebounder and scrappy defender who anticipates well to force turnovers. 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 Corey on Dodd: “Noah is a natural glue-guy. Plays his best game when letting his shot fly. Has great moves when attacking the rim in transition. Can shoot the ball at a high clip from beyond the arc. Noah is a coach’s dream player. Very vocal leader on both ends of the floor. Great catch-and-shoot guy. Lockdown defender with the ability to create turnovers and fast-break opportunities.” Dodd made a quality impact throughout camp and should be a difference-maker for Landrum over the coming years.
#150: 6’2 ’28 Evan Scott (Ridge View)
Next, Evan Scott is a 6-foot-2 prospect in the Class of 2028. Given his ability to consistently outwork and outproduce opponents on both ends of the floor, there’s certainly a lot to like. Scott is a smart, athletic guard with great size, pace, and polish. He displays strong balance between playmaking and three-level scoring as a primary creator. Scott does a terrific job of turning opposing ball-handlers and forcing turnovers at a solid rate. 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 Corey on Scott: “Evan was another top player from the sophomore division. Controls the tempo really well. Gets to his spots with incredible ease. Does a great job of driving and kicking out to open teammates. Picks up 94 feet defensively and can score on all three levels. Gap-heavy defender who accumulates a lot of deflections by playing passing lanes. Has nice footwork when attacking the basket.” Scott proved to be an asset during camp and has the tools to be a vital piece at Ridge View going forward.
#160: 6’3 ’28 Drew Wilson (West Florence)
Next, Drew Wilson is a 6-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2028. In addition to his variety of intriguing qualities, his motor and unselfishness allowed him to stand out on both ends of the floor. Wilson is nice finisher with the necessary strength to secure deep position and score through contact. He excels in transition but moves well to find opportunities in the half court. Wilson also rebounds well 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 Corey on Wilson: “Drew is very coachable and makes the right changes to help make him more successful on the court. Displays nice touch around the rim. Runs the middle like a deer looking to score. Does his work early to create mismatches and advantages for himself. Rebounds and attacks the ball aggressively at its highest point.” Wilson found success during camp and should be a useful piece for West Florence this season.
#161: 6’3 ’28 Jesiah Melendez (Irmo)
Next, Jesiah Melendez is a 6-foot-3 prospect in the Class of 2028. He’s a very skilled, malleable player who knows how to carve out production alongside any collection of teammates. Melendez is a smart, well-rounded wing who displays great feel with or without the ball. He displays a fundamentally sound game with the size, skill, and athleticism to do a variety of things on the court. Melendez excels at filling in the gaps but can expand his production as needed. Next in his development process is working on getting stronger, as it would make him a more physically imposing player. Coach Corey on Melendez: “Jesiah is a lanky player who offers a strong skillset from the wing. Flashes to middle, uses head and pump fakes well off the catch to access his reliable pull-ups. Showcases athleticism in transition and can protect the rim as an off-ball defender. Runs the lanes full speed. Has range from deep and can make tough, contested shots from beyond the arc. Leads the team in off-ball gaps steals!” Melendez found consistent production during camp and should be a key contributor at Irmo going forward.
#172: 6’7 ’28 Kazaveon Frierson (Lakewood)
Finishing up, Kazaveon Frierson is a 6-foot-7 prospect in the Class of 2028. Although camps tend to favor guards, he consistently made his presence felt as an interior piece on both ends of the floor. Frierson is a quality offensive threat who can finish around the basket, knock down midrange jumpers, or find opportunities out of screen actions. He anchors the paint defensively and positions himself well to control the glass as a rebounder. Next in his development process is working on getting quicker, as it would make him a better defender when switching onto smaller guards. Coach Corey on Frierson: “Kazaveon is a true big who has nice touch around the rim. Rim-protector who plays great help defense. Does a good job of keeping the ball high. Does his work early and demands the ball when he has position. Can shoot the midrange nicely off the faceup. Rolls hard to the basket on each screen/set. Doesn’t take plays off and springs every time down middle to get set.” Frierson highlighted a lot of appeal during camp and has the tools to be a productive piece for Lakewood over the coming years.