Carolina Cup Day 1 Standouts

<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">The Carolina Cup has been one of the most talented non-live period stops on the Prep Hoops Circuit. With teams from Florida, DC, Georgia, North Carolina, and several other states, everyone in attendance was in the presence of next-level talent. Below are Day 1's standouts.</p> <p>Chasz Holmes | No Excuses Elite</p> <p>Holmes gave the Georgia-based program a consistent shotmaking threat. He averaged 22.5 points per game, making hitting 7 threes between 2 games. Holmes can create looks for himself in the midrange, plays as a secondary ball handler, and is a consistent catch and shoot threat.</p> <p>Travis Knox | North Florida Hurricanes</p> <p>The hard playing 6'4 forward produced on both ends, thanks to his motor. He plays free throw line down using his athleticism and length to score around the basket and slow down opposing bigs. Know has solid low block footwork, is adept at drawing fouls, and can take bigger players off the dribble.</p> <p>Xavion Roberson | DMV Stags</p> <p>Roberson had one of the better scoring performances on the opening day of the Carolina Cup. He's scored 21 points hitting shots at every level and 8 of his 9 free throws. The 2023 guard is a consistent shooter from distancing knocking down 3 of his 5 threes. Roberson uses</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1420998" first="Cooper" last="Whitby"] | Thunder Supreme</p> <p>Whitby comes to play every time he appears on the circuit. The 6'1 guard can really fill it up with his jumper. His shot beyond the arc is his primary weapon, but he mixes in a healthy dose getting to the rim to balance out his game.</p> <p>Matai Baptise | [program_tooltip program_id='2078535' first='Team' last='Charlotte']</p> <p>Baptise will pass the eye test thanks to his muscular 6'7 frame. He scored 17 points flashing perimeter shot making, an ability to push in transition, and rebound. His size and athleticism make him a switchable defender.</p> <p>Falou Aw | DMV Stags</p> <p>Aw stands out on his 16U team as the only 2025 prospect and one of its best players. He shows a lot of skill in the midrange for a young prospect. At 6'5 he guards multiple positions and has a diverse pool of moves to score 15 feet and in. He's definitely a DMV area freshman to track.</p> <p>Amari Willis | Metro Elite Basketball Club</p> <p>I watched Willis have his worst game on the circuit scoring-wise but still produced on the defensive end and the boards. He bounced back with three back to back to back 20+ point performances. The unsigned senior always looks to get downhill and finishes above the rim with force.</p> <p>Davin Butler | Metro Elite Basketball Club</p> <p>Butler is new to the circuit. He brings quickness and a heady game to a team that needed another ball handler. The unsigned senior can score on all three levels and set up teammates. Moves well off the ball, usually in search of a good shot. He's a solid defender with the speed and toughness to stay in front of his man.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1307578" first="Isaiah" last="Otyaluk"] | No Guts No Glory</p> <p>Otyaluk was one of the most intriguing prospects in the field. At 6'7 the 2024 prospect has the perimeter skills to produce with the ball in his hands and the length to affect shots in the paint. He's a good run and jump athlete that can play several positions.</p> <p>Tarice Mason | No Guts No Glory</p> <p>If you like, tough combo guards, look no further than Mr. Mason. He's a capable shooter from distance and has the strength to shed defenders when driving downhill.</p> <p>Kashantis Anderson | Man II Man Soldiers</p> <p>Anderson is a strong guard that can finish through contact. He can create for himself in the midrange and has a solid pull up game. D2s are showing interest in the 2023 guard.</p> <p>Elisha Brown | DMV Stags Elite</p> <p>Brown showed off all sides of his game on Saturday. The 6'5 forward defends multiple positions with lateral quickness to stay in front of wings and a strong base to matchup with fours. He can knock down threes off the catch and score around the rim in halfcourt settings. Brown is an unsigned senior with D2 and an international offer.</p> <p>Malcolm Day | DMV Stags Elite</p> <p>Day is an explosive 6'5 athlete. He made several plays above the rim, including a poster dunk in game 1 and a dunk in traffic during game 2. The 2023 prospect had several blocks in both games he played.</p> <p>[player_tooltip player_id="1143945" first="Walker" last="Woodall"] | [program_tooltip program_id='2078513' first='NC' last='Wildcats']</p> <p>Woodall is a skilled 6'6 wing. He can hit the three, has moves on drives, and finishes through contact. The 2023 prospect oozes confidence when he's on the floor.</p>