2021: Prep Hoops Showcase

<p>The Prep Hoops Showcase went off Saturday in the Upstate at Greenville HS. Prep Hoops dives into coverage from the Showcase starting right here. What 2021 Palmetto State Class members had strong performances in the event ? Read more right here on your source for basketball coverage in the Palmetto State. </p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="840185" first="RJ" last="Felton"] - Aiken HS (pictured on front)</strong></p> <p>Felton tried to keep the Fighting Green Hornets in the game with his play today. Felton finished with 35 points in a tough loss to the hometown Red Raiders. Felton was able to create his own shot along with knocking down several three pointers. Felton really excels in the open floor and transition game. Felton a East Carolina University signee was able to see the floor on several opportunities tonight to find open teammates for good looks. Felton will be a welcome addition to the Pirates roster next season.</p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/01/69311564-3124-4F33-93C6-FFEBEDDD8F78-crop-920x604-1610367647.jpeg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1114117" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/01/69311564-3124-4F33-93C6-FFEBEDDD8F78-crop-920x604-1610367647-300x197.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /></a></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="1089955" first="Taviyon" last="Bruton"] - Byrnes HS (Duncan) </strong></p> <p>Bruton was GREAT inside the paint all day long for the Rebels. Bruton is just a great activity guy who does his best work inside the paint. Bruton was able to rebound out of his area and dive on the floor on several occasions today. Bruton a blue collar guy at times knows where his bread is buttered inside the paint. Bruton NEVER gave up on any plays and was determined to finish around the cup. Bruton scored 24 points for the Rebels in the win over North Augusta HS. </p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/01/C55F5375-3E13-4872-BA6F-B7728773A706-crop-1029x676-1610367687.jpeg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1114118" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/01/C55F5375-3E13-4872-BA6F-B7728773A706-crop-1029x676-1610367687-300x197.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="197" /></a></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="977001" first="Ben" last="Saunders"] - St Joseph’s Catholic (Greenville) </strong></p> <p>Saunders isn’t a household name throughout the state. Saunders has been a fixture on the Knights roster for the past four years for Head Coach Paul Assinesi. Saunders a combo forward was able to score the ball inside-out today on the floor. Saunders has good length and was able to convert a few turnaround jumpers today. The Knights play in the Class 2A ranks in the Upstate. </p> <p><a href="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/01/91BCF7F4-3025-4521-B9C2-B6ABFB5DFA9B.jpeg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-1114115" src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/ph/uploads/2021/01/91BCF7F4-3025-4521-B9C2-B6ABFB5DFA9B-300x169.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="169" /></a></p> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="927515" first="DJ" last="Johnson"] - Greenville HS </strong></p> <p>Johnson finished the night with 10 points for the Red Raiders in the win over Aiken HS. Johnson was able to connect on some mid-range jumpers along with key passes to ignite the Red Raiders win. Johnson isn’t flashy but effective on this team for Head Coach Mike Anderson. </p>