Phenom MDC: 2023 Top Performers – Part 1
Prep Hoops was in attendance for the day on Saturday in Rock Hill at the Phenom Memorial Day Classic. Who were some of the 2023 Top Performers on the day we were able to see here in Part 1. Derrick…
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Continue ReadingPrep Hoops was in attendance for the day on Saturday in Rock Hill at the Phenom Memorial Day Classic. Who were some of the 2023 Top Performers on the day we were able to see here in Part 1.
Derrick Barksdale Derrick Barksdale 5'10" | SG South Pointe | 2023 State SC – York Prep (Rock Hill) – Upward Stars SE 3SSB Southeast 2023
Barksdale a multi-sport athlete also excels on the football field for the South Pointe HS Stallions. Barksdale plays basketball for York Prep which doesn’t field a football program. Barksdale a left-handed guard can extend the defense with his ability to shoot the ball from deep at times. Barksdale is shifty with the ball in his hands at times and excels in the open court game.
Emanuel Richards Emanuel Richards 6'5" | CG Christ School | 2023 State NC – Blythewood HS – Upward Stars SE 3SSB Southeast 2023
Richards has decided to reclassify into the 2023 class and looks to be on the move somewhere else for next year maybe out of state. Richards still looks to overpower defenders with his game from the backcourt. Emanuel is physically mature and brings good versatility to the floor. Richards rebounds the ball very well on both ends of the floor for his size.
Kanye Nelson Kanye Nelson 6'0" | PG Legion Collegiate | 2023 State SC – Legion Collegiate – York County Legends (pictured on front)
Nelson was really at the top of his game today with his play. Nelson was able to get to the basket easily when he wasn’t knocking down mid-range jumpers. Nelson is quick to the cup and really looks to the push the tempo when given the opportunity. Kanye keeps the ball on a string with his quick crossover moves at times.
Jaylen Golston Jaylen Golston 6'4" | SF Keenan | 2023 State SC – Ridge View HS – Carolina Pressure 2023
Golston just brings constant effort and effectiveness around the basket. Golston brings a strong will to the floor and effort game. Golston is extremely effective just picking up rebounds and put-backs on the glass. Golston scored 23 points on YES (12) 2 point baskets. Jaylen has a great nose for being around the ball.
Sean Cusano Sean Cusano 6'7" | SF Hilton Head Prep | 2023 State SC – Hilton Head Prep – Team Rogue (TN)
Cusano will be a new name in the Palmetto State coming this summer. Cusano has confirmed to Prep Hoops he will be attending Hilton Head Prep this fall. Cusano attended Union HS in Big Stone Gap, VA. Cusano 6’6 helped his team get to the VHSL State Championship this past season. Cusano a skilled forward averaged 13 ppg, 10 rebounds and 4 assists in earning 1st Team All-State Honors this year.
Cusano will make a debut later next month in the latest update of Palmetto State Prep Hoops Rankings for the 2023 Class.