PSB Charleston Showcase: 2023 Top Performers

The PSB Charleston Showcase looks to be a staple event in the Charleston area in the years to come according to Goose Creek HS Head Coach Blake Hall. Prep Hoops took in Day 2 of action from the event. Let’s find out about some of these 2023 Top Performers from the event on your source for basketball coverage in the Palmetto State all year long Prep Hoops. 

Preston Smith Preston Smith 6'1" | SF Socastee | 2023 State SC – Socastee HS (Myrtle Beach) 

Smith spent more time diving on the floor today for loose balls like he was playing football it seemed. Smith a left-handed power guard really likes to slash to the basket. Preston a strong a guard didn’t even think about hesitating when it came down to a loose ball or taking a charge for the Braves. Smith scored 20 points in a win over Pinewood Prep today. 

Noah Bailes Noah Bailes 6'3" | SG Lucy Beckham | 2023 State SC – Lucy Beckham (Mount Pleasant) (pictured on front)

Bailes was able to set up shop in the corners for the Bengals. Noah is a catch-shoot 3-point shooter for Lucy Beckham. Noah won’t overwhelm you with athleticism but, he understands how to get to his spots on the floor for open looks. He finished today with 19 points while connecting on a handful of three pointers. 

Malin Allard Malin Allard 6'3" | SG Lucy Beckham | 2023 State SC – Lucy Beckham (Mount Pleasant) 

Allard came to play today for the Bengals. Malin always seemed to be around the ball when a play needed to be made for the Bengals. Allard was able to score at the cup on the transition break over knockdown a perimeter jumper when needed. He finished with 16 points in a win over a feisty River Bluff HS team today. 

Michael Dennison – Beaufort HS 

Dennison is fresh off a football season that took the Eagles all the way to the Class 4A State Championship Game. Dennison is punishing player on both the hardwood and football field for the Eagles. Michael has the ability to score on contact and does a good job of just working the paint area. Dennison has an older brother James on the roster with the Eagles. Michael finished with 13 points today in the loss to Goose Creek HS. 

Justin Britt Justin Britt 6'4" | CG Goose Creek | 2023 State SC – Goose Creek HS 

Britt plays the game so easy at times with his steady play. Justin finished with 21 points in the nightcap vs Beaufort HS. Britt was active all game long in the passing lanes picking up steals. Justin does a good job of finishing at the basket on contact when he’s not knocking down mid-range jumpers for the Gators.