Queen City Showcase: 2023 Top Performers
Prep Hoops was able to take in the action on Friday and Sunday from Rock Hill at the Queen City Showcase hosted by Phenom Hoops. Prep Hoops made its rounds checking out some players from the Palmetto State. Read more…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops was able to take in the action on Friday and Sunday from Rock Hill at the Queen City Showcase hosted by Phenom Hoops. Prep Hoops made its rounds checking out some players from the Palmetto State. Read more in this article right here about these 2023 Top Performers.
Nyrell Stradford Nyrell Stradford 6'5" | SF Camden | 2023 State SC – Camden HS – Upward Stars SE 3SSB Pee Dee
Stradford has the ability to overpower players to the basket. Stradford really likes to attack the basket at times if not shooting a mid-range jumper. Stradford is a bit of a mismatch guy at times with his play. Stradford came up late in his 8th grade season and has been a fixture in the Bulldogs lineup the past 2 seasons.
Arturo Overton Arturo Overton 5'11" | PG Lower Richland | 2023 State SC – Lower Richland HS (Hopkins) – Carolina Pressure 2023
Overton looks to really score the ball when given the opportunity. Overton a left-handed guard excels in the transition game and at times needs to slow down a bit with his play. Overton has good court vision and really does make some sharp passes to open teammates. Overton logs a lot of minutes and never seems to come off the floor.
Collin Murray-Boyles Collin Murray-Boyles 6'7" | PF AC Flora | 2023 #209 Nation UT – AC Flora HS – Upward Stars Columbia 16U
Murray-Boyles a left-handed forward can play inside-out on the floor. Murray-Boyles has a nice jump-hook over his shoulder or can finish with a soft touch around the basket. Murray-Boyles will knockdown the elbow jumper and really rebounds the ball well on both ends of the floor. Murray-Boyles is a great outlet passer and shows solid footwork around the basket.
Randy Gibson Randy Gibson 6'1" | PG Scott's Branch | 2023 State SC – Scott’s Branch HS (Summerton) – Big Shots Elite SC Premier 2023 / Team Salley
Gibson a left-handed guard really looks to swarm the ball on defense and create havoc in the passing lanes. Gibson must tighten up his handle at times is best when going to the rack. Gibson really just plays the game with little emotion at times in a good way. Gibson isn’t afraid to take a dive on the floor for a loose ball or jump out and take a charge. Gibson has helped the Eagles get to the past 2 Class 1A State Championship Games.
Horaces Jacques Horaces Jacques 6'2" | PG Orangeburg-Wilkinson | 2023 State SC – Orangeburg-Wilkinson HS – Upward Stars Columbia 16U (pictured on front)
Jacques is crafty with the ball with in his hands and really is always on the lookout to attack the rack. Jacques a pesky defender plays with a great competitive edge. Jacques has grown a few inches in the past year. Jacques brings a desire to win and a toughness to the floor at all times.
Kanye Nelson Kanye Nelson 6'0" | PG Legion Collegiate | 2023 State SC – Legion Collegiate (Rock Hill) – York County Legends
Nelson keeps the ball on a string at times from back court. Nelson a pass first guard most of the time can connect on open shots on the perimeter. Nelson is crafty with the ball in his hands and really looks to make plays for others on the floor.