Charlotte Hoops Challenge: 2022 Standouts (Day 1)
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The 2021 Charlotte Hoops Challenge kicked off at Myers Park High on Friday. Take a look at some of the 2022 standouts from Day 1 of the Charlotte Hoops Challenge. Richard Black III Richard Black III 6'1" | PG…
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Continue ReadingThe 2021 Charlotte Hoops Challenge kicked off at Myers Park High on Friday. Take a look at some of the 2022 standouts from Day 1 of the Charlotte Hoops Challenge.
Richard Black III Richard Black III 6'1" | PG Westminster Catawba | 2022 State SC | Westminster Catawba Christian | 2022
Black put on a show in a comeback victory for WCC that saw them hold Grace Christian to just 16 points in the second half and turn things around after trailing 31-25 at the half. He put up 14 points, six rebounds, four assists and two steals while shooting 5-of-9 from the field and knocking down a 3-pointer. He continues to impress at the lead guard position with his ability to push the pace.
Jalen Booker | Westminster Catawba Christian | 2022
Booker was another impressive standout for WCC at the Charlotte Hoops Challenge in their comeback victory. He finished with 11 points, four rebounds and a block on 5-of-6 shooting from the field. He’s a 6-foot-5 prospect that can operate inside and out with his ability to make plays around the rim and rebound the ball.
MJ Collins MJ Collins 6'4" | CG Combine Academy | 2022 State #116 Nation NC | Westminster Catawba Christian | 2022
Collins didn’t have the greatest game shooting the basketball but he made up for it in other ways to play a role in the comeback victory. He finished with 14 points, six rebounds, five assists, a block and a steal, showing off his ability to create havoc on the defensive end of the floor and start the offense on the break off rebounds.
Jacob Newman Jacob Newman 6'0" | PG South Mecklenburg | 2022 State NC | South Mecklenburg | 2022
Newman was solid in the South Mecklenburg backcourt as they pulled off 70-53 over private-school power Cannon School. He finished with 11 points, four assists and four assists and knocked down some big shots during their 23-10 third-quarter run that created a ton of distance between them and the Cougars. He’s a veteran lead guard for a young group that features Peter Moye Peter Moye 6'3" | SG South Mecklenburg | 2024 State NC and Bishop Boswell Bishop Boswell 6'4" | PG Myers Park | 2024 State #68 Nation NC .
Ty Black Ty Black 6'0" | SG Butler | 2022 State NC | Butler | 2022
Black did a solid job shooting the basketball for Butler High as they pulled out a victory in overtime over West Cabarrus, 65-63. He shot the ball well, especially from behind the arc, knocking down three 3-pointers and finishing with 13 points and two steals. He’s a 6-foot guard to get on your radar in the Charlotte area.
Karon Boyd Karon Boyd 6'6" | PF Cannon School | 2022 State NC | Cannon | 2022
Boyd is such an impressive athlete for Cannon School that stood out a ton despite the result. He finished with 27 points and nine rebounds on 11-of-16 shooting, knocking down a 3-pointer and showed off his atleticism, defending multiple spots on the floor, whether at the rim or on the perimeter. While many question his true-position, he’s certainly a versatile threat with next-level ability. Look for his recruitment to grow this season.
DJ Nix DJ Nix 6'7" | SF Cannon | 2022 State #211 Nation NC | Cannon | 2022
Nix battled foul trouble throughout their upset loss but he still managed to put up 13 points, 10 rebounds and five assists, asserting his size and length on the floor to make an impact. He’s an intriguing prospect with his ability to play a number of different roles, whether handling the ball or as a post threat. He’s an unsigned prospect with a ton of promise.
Xavier McKelvy Xavier McKelvy 6'2" | CG United Faith Christian | 2022 State NC | United Faith Christian Academy | 2022
McKelvy was stellar in Court 2’s final game of the day as he found himself in a battle against Gaston Day. For every run they made, McKelvy answered with something of his own as he finished with 31 points, six rebounds, four assists and a steal and went 7-of-9 from the free-throw line.
Chris Britt Chris Britt 5'10" | PG Ashbrook | 2022 State NC | Gaston Day | 2022
Britt was impressive at the point guard spot for Gaston Day despite the result. He found balance as a scorer and distributor as he finished with 18 points, eight assists and five rebounds on 6-of-14 shooting from the field. He’s a strong guard that plays with quickness and a high IQ for finishing around the rim.
Cade Preston Cade Preston 6'5" | SF Charlotte Christian | 2022 State NC | Charlotte Christian | 2022
Preston was a force to be reckoned with as Charlotte Christian ran away with things against Durham Academy in a victory. He showed off his ability to score in a variety of ways and sported a much stronger frame while doing so. He finished with 19 points, five rebounds and two blocks on the day.