AAU Preview: TMP 17U
The Charleston based TMP Grassroots program brings talent to the table every year. Prep Hoops takes a look at the 2021 TMP right here in this article. [player_tooltip player_id="840196" first="Cohen" last="Gaskins"] Cohen Gaskins Cohen Gaskins 6'3" | PG James Island…
Access all of Prep Hoops
Continue reading this article and more.
Continue ReadingThe Charleston based TMP Grassroots program brings talent to the table every year. Prep Hoops takes a look at the 2021 TMP right here in this article.
[player_tooltip player_id="840196" first="Cohen" last="Gaskins"]Cohen Gaskins Cohen Gaskins 6'3" | PG James Island | 2021 State SC – Pinewood Prep (Summerville)
Gaskins averaged 23.5 ppg and 8 rebounds last season for the Panthers. Gaskins should reach 2,000 career points this season at Pinewood Prep. Gaskins brings a great toughness and confidence to the floor for legendary Head Coach Pat Eidson. Gaskins isn’t afraid to drive the ball to the rack or pull-up from mid-range. Gaskins provides great leadership on the floor and really communicates well with his teammates.
[player_tooltip player_id="840191" first="Bailey" last="Wiseman"]Bailey Wiseman Bailey Wiseman 6'2" | CG James Island | 2021 State SC – James Island HS
Wiseman a All-State Performer for the Trojans is back for his 4th year on the varsity squad. Wiseman has a offer from Charleston Southern already has been a steady leader on Head Coach Stan Wilkins team. Wiseman averaged 17.5 ppg, 5.2 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 2.1 steals this past season. Wiseman has deep range shooting capability.
[player_tooltip player_id="840265" first="Rahmel" last="Bell"]Rahmel Bell Rahmel Bell 6'4" | SF Burke | 2021 State SC – Burke HS (Charleston)
Bell 6’4 has grown some over the past year and filled out his frame. Bell has been very consistent for the Bulldogs and Head Coach Deon Richardson over the years. Bell plays well around the paint and has a good nose for the ball. Bell averaged 10.1 ppg and 5.6 rebounds last season for the Bulldogs (16-9).
[player_tooltip player_id="840222" first="Caleb" last="Houston"]Caleb Houston Caleb Houston 5'11" | PG Northwood Academy | 2021 State SC – Northwood Academy (Summerville)
Houston plays for his father Head Coach Anthony Houston at Northwood Academy. Houston has scored 1,245 career points entering his senior season for the Chargers. Houston a combo guard averaged 19.1 ppg and 5 assists last season. Houston plays better off the ball and has more of a scorer’s mentality.
[player_tooltip player_id="840233" first="Jacob" last="Crawford"]Jacob Crawford Jacob Crawford 6'10" | C First Baptist | 2021 State SC – First Baptist (Charleston)
Crawford is a RAW talent in the post for the Hurricanes. Crawford has a big frame and still needs to get more comfortable playing down low. Crawford is best suited in a half-court style offense and setting.
[player_tooltip player_id="746986" first="Brandon" last="Brantley"]Brandon Brantley Brandon Brantley 6'4" | SF Wade Hampton | 2021 State SC – Wade Hampton HS (Hampton)
Brantley helped the Red Devils get to the Class 3A State Championship Game this season. Brantley has a good frame to him and build. Brantley moves well around the floor and has the ability to defend out on the perimeter smaller players. Brantley averaged 16.4 ppg last season for the Red Devils (20-7). Brantley isn’t shy to bring the ball up the floor at times from his small forward position.
Matt KellyMatt Kelly – Porter Gaud (Charleston)
Kelly plays Quarterback for the Cyclones football team. Kelly is a tough minded kid who really plays extremely hard on the hardwood. Kelly threw for 1,333 yards and 11 touchdowns this season. Kelly plays a great supportive role on the hardwood.
[player_tooltip player_id="536360" first="Mason" last="Grant"]Mason Grant Mason Grant 6'4" | SF Porter Gaud | 2021 State SC – Porter Gaud (Charleston)
Grant was a great addition to the Cyclones roster last year after moving in from Fort Dorchester HS. Grant plays so well around the cup with his activity and ability to stalk the baseline. Grant a very solid student in the classroom academically. Grant averaged 21.9 ppg this season for the Grant.
Xavion Bennett Xavion Bennett 6'4" | SG Goose Creek | 2021 State SC – Goose Creek HS
Bennett 6’4 wing has a good shot release and really elevates up on his shot. Bennett can score the ball from all 3 levels. Bennett has good length to defend the passing lanes.
[player_tooltip player_id="837322" first="Colin" last="McKenzie"]Colin McKenzie Colin McKenzie 6'5" | SG First Baptist | 2022 State SC (2022) – First Baptist (Charleston)
McKenzie played this season for the Hurricanes after transferring in from Summerville HS. McKenzie averaged 15.4 ppg this season for the Hurricanes. McKenzie a deceptive athlete is more of a spot-up shooter on the floor.