SCBCA #SCLive2021 2023 Top Performers – Forwards
The 2023 Palmetto State was making plenty of noise this past weekend with college coaches in the gym from all levels. Lets take a look at some of these Forwards in this class right here. Greg Jackson Greg Jackson 6'10"…
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Continue ReadingThe 2023 Palmetto State was making plenty of noise this past weekend with college coaches in the gym from all levels. Lets take a look at some of these Forwards in this class right here.
Greg Jackson Greg Jackson 6'10" | PF Ridge View | 2023 SC – Ridge View HS
Jackson has had quite the summer so far for the Blazers. Jackson this week to in some unofficial visits to Duke, North Carolina State and South Carolina. Jackson is extremely agile and skilled for his size and has really came into his own this past year.
Brandon Gardner Brandon Gardner 6'7" | PF Christ The King | 2023 #112 Nation NY – Gray Collegiate
Gardner right behind Jackson in the 2023 Palmetto State Rankings took in unofficial visits at Georgetown and Maryland this past week. Gardner excels in the transition and putting back dunks on the offensive end of the floor.
Jordan Butler Jordan Butler 6'11" | PF Christ Church | 2023 State #57 Nation SC – Christ Church (pictured on front)
Butler is starting to add some weight to his body after helping the Cavaliers win the Class 2A State Championship last season. Butler has high major recruitment from SEC to PAC 12 recruitment. Butler was playing very active around the basket today along with mixing it up at times.
Tydriez Coleman Tydriez Coleman 6'7" | PF Great Falls | 2023 State SC – Great Falls HS
Coleman is back for the Red Devils after bursting on the scene a few years back when Great Falls won a Class 1A State Championship. Coleman is a long and bouncy forward who really moves over the floor very well.
Collin Murray-Boyles Collin Murray-Boyles 6'7" | PF AC Flora | 2023 #209 Nation UT – AC Flora HS
Murray-Boyles a left-handed forward can play inside-out on the floor. Collin can knockdown the elbow jumper or finish over both shoulders down on the block. Murray runs the floor very well at times to finish as a rim runner at times.
Nyrell Stradford Nyrell Stradford 6'5" | SF Camden | 2023 State SC – Camden HS
Stradford is a bit of a mismatch at times while on the floor. Nyrell has a thicker frame to bully defenders on the way to the rack. Stradford converted some mid-range jumpers at times today.
Jamari Briggs Jamari Briggs 6'6" | CG Christ | 2024 State NC – Hartsville HS
Briggs had a solid showing this weekend especially from the mid-range game. Jamari has good frame and ability to score the ball.
Chris Parker Chris Parker 6'5" | SF A.C. Flora | 2023 State SC – AC Flora HS
Parker is part of the 1-2 punch for the Falcons with Murray-Boyles. Parker can knockdown shots on the perimeter or finish at the basket with his ability to slash.
Malachi Stevens Malachi Stevens 6'4" | SF Oceanside Collegiate | 2023 State SC – Oceanside Collegiate (Mount Pleasant)
Stevens a small forward was able to show off a nice 1-2 dribble pull-up jumper at times today. Stevens has good length to bring some problems in the passing lanes while on defense.
Merel Burgess Merel Burgess 6'5" | PF Wilson | 2023 State SC – Wilson HS (Florence)
Burgess made the transfer across town to the Tigers. Burgess a left-handed post player played at South Florence HS the past few seasons. Burgess has good footwork around the basket and plays with a bit of a old-school type game.
Avantae Parker Avantae Parker 6'9" | PF Gray Collegiate | 2023 State SC – Gray Collegiate
Parker is a new name to add to the War Eagles arsenal this coming season. Parker moves really well around the floor and plays the game quite aggressively. Parker attended White Knoll HS last season where he averaged 5.3 ppg and 5 rebounds in 12 games for the Timberwolves.