Charlotte Hoops Challenge: 2022 Standouts (Day 1)

<h5>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.</h5> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="1036935" first="Richard" last="Black III"] | Westminster Catawba Christian | 2022</h5> <p>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.</p> <h5>Jalen Booker | Westminster Catawba Christian | 2022</h5> <p>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.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="1008902" first="MJ" last="Collins"] | Westminster Catawba Christian | 2022</h5> <p>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. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="577867" first="Jacob" last="Newman"] | South Mecklenburg | 2022</h5> <p>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 [player_tooltip player_id="1076364" first="Peter" last="Moye"] and [player_tooltip player_id="1076350" first="Bishop" last="Boswell"]. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="1335616" first="Ty" last="Black"] | Butler | 2022</h5> <p>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.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="848077" first="Karon" last="Boyd"] | Cannon | 2022</h5> <p>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. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="577868" first="DJ" last="Nix"] | Cannon | 2022</h5> <p>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.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="932129" first="Xavier" last="McKelvy"] | United Faith Christian Academy | 2022</h5> <p>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. </p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="574463" first="Chris" last="Britt"] | Gaston Day | 2022</h5> <p>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.</p> <h5>[player_tooltip player_id="1120554" first="Cade" last="Preston"] | Charlotte Christian | 2022</h5> <p>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.</p>