Elite 50 Middle School Showcase: Standouts, Part IV
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It’s never too early to start building the 2026 class in the state of North Carolina and this past Saturday, Rod Bridgers and his HoopStateNetwork crew hosted the Elite 50 Middle School Showcase at Word of God Academy in Raleigh,…
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Continue ReadingIt’s never too early to start building the 2026 class in the state of North Carolina and this past Saturday, Rod Bridgers and his HoopStateNetwork crew hosted the Elite 50 Middle School Showcase at Word of God Academy in Raleigh, showcasing quite the talented group of prospects. Here’s a look at Part IV of some early 2026 standouts in North Carolina.
Zy’vaun Puckett Zy’vaun Puckett 6'4" | SF Panther Creek | 2026 State NC | 6’1 Guard/Wing | 2026
Puckett showed off his ability to run the lead guard spot and also showed poise mixing things up in the paint. He’s a versatile threat that got to his spots on the perimeter and in the paint to make plays with the ball in his hands. He’s one to keep an eye on in the 2026 class.
Tobia Moye Tobia Moye 5'9" | PG South Central | 2026 State NC | 5’9 Guard | 2026
Moye is a combo guard prospect that’s impressive with the ball in his hands on the floor. He showed off his ability to create on all three levels and his IQ for finding turnovers on the defensive end. He’s a quick prospect that likes to create fastbreak opportunities and make things happen in the open floor. Look for his name to grow in NC’s 2026 class for years to come.
Braylen McRae Braylen McRae 5'8" | CG South Garner | 2026 State NC | 5’6 Guard | 2026
McRae was an aggressive guard with the ball in his hands that showed a knack for getting downhill and finishing in the paint. He was fearless despite his size in getting to his spots in space and showing off his ability to finish in traffic. As he continues to grow and develop, he’ll be one to watch.
Cole Cloer Cole Cloer 6'6" | SF Orange | 2026 State NC | 6’4 Shooting Guard | 2026
Cloer is an emerging shooter to know in the 2026 class with good size already at 6-foot-4. He showed his ability to get to his spots on all three levels and knock down shots on the perimeter. He’s an emerging sharpshooter to keep an eye on with his ability to shoot it from deep and create in space.
Jaire Richburg Jaire Richburg 6'4" | SF East Forsyth | 2026 State NC | 6’3 Guard/Forward | 2026
Richburg was a confident slasher that showed his ability to get to his spots in the mid-range and perimeter to make things happen. He’s a versatile threat with good handles and distributing skills already in the class. He used his length well on both ends to make his presence felt on Saturday.