Classic at Damien: Revelations (Part 2)
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Classic at Damien: Revelations (Part 2) LA VERNE, CA—Despite a surge of Covid over the Southland, the Classic at Damien persevered with some outstanding games and talent galore—especially the underclassmen. There were some senior standouts like Colorado State-bound Jack Payne…
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LA VERNE, CA—Despite a surge of Covid over the Southland, the Classic at Damien persevered with some outstanding games and talent galore—especially the underclassmen. There were some senior standouts like Colorado State-bound Jack Payne (Owyhee/ID) and Fresno State-bound Joseph Hunter Joseph Hunter 6'3" | PG San Joaquin Memorial | 2022 #80 Nation CA-S (Damien) as well as some scintillating underclassmen like 2024 Vyctorius Miller (Crean Lutheran) and 2025 Jovani Ruff (LB Poly). There were also some revelations including 2025 prospects Elzie Harrington and Isaac Williamson.
Jared McCain Jared McCain 6'3" | PG Centennial | 2023 State #24 Nation CA-S (Corona Centennial)
2023, CG, 6-foot-3, 185 pounds
Joel’s Take: McCain has had a national reputation since his freshman campaign. He plays with a hot motor and is an impeccable shooter off the catch. He can play both guard positions due to his moxie, savvy, and solid straight-line speed. However, he isn’t a burner off the dribble and he’ll need to continue to add to his overall game and find a college with an ideal system to fit his skill set.
Issac Williamson (Riverside Poly)
2025, PG, 5-foot-10, 150 pounds
Joel’s Take: Williamson is yet another fine-looking freshman in Southern California. He is a versatile guard who plays with a feel of someone much older and experienced. He can knock down the 3-point shot, take defenders off the bounce, and he’s a solid defender. It will be intriguing to see his growth (changes speeds off the dribble, etc.) from the point guard position going forward.
Kollen Murphy Kollen Murphy 6'2" | PG Colony | 2023 State CA-S (Colony)
2023, CG, 6-foot-3, 170 pounds
Joel’s Take: Murphy is a gifted left-handed combo-guard who can play and defend both guard positions. He has a solid burst off the dribble, has his head up while navigating the defense, and he can score off the drive or on his evolving pull-up game. Slowly, but assuredly, his game has improved each and every season.
Elzie Harrington (St. John Bosco)
2025, PG, 6-foot-4, 170 pounds
Joel’s Take: Harrington is one of the Top 5 freshman prospects in the West—and that is saying something for this class. The long and rangy point guard prospects play with a good pace and can score from all three levels. His vision is excellent, changes speed well, but at times he plays too high while attacking. Overall, his potential is immense.