Jersey Shore Jam Fest: Day 2 Standouts
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Championship Sunday is always exciting as teams are looking to leave the weekend winners. The Jersey Shore Jam Fest was filled with standouts as they looked to end the spring AAU season on a high note. Here are the standouts…
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Continue ReadingChampionship Sunday is always exciting as teams are looking to leave the weekend winners. The Jersey Shore Jam Fest was filled with standouts as they looked to end the spring AAU season on a high note. Here are the standouts from Day 2 of the Jersey Shore Jam Fest.
Jermel Thomas Jermel Thomas 6'0" | PG Cardinal Hayes | 2026 State NY , 5’11 PG New Heights Lightning 2026
Thomas was sensational as he helped lead the New Heights Lightning to the 15U platinum title. The 5’11 lead guard was dynamic in the open floor as defenders struggled to stay in front of him and finished nicely around the basket. Thomas threaded passes to open teammates and was rarely sped up throughout the game. He used his quick hands to generate deflections on defense and showed the ability to play off the ball at times. Thomas is a play-making lead guard who will be one to watch throughout the summer.
Jaysean Williams Jaysean Williams 5'10" | PG Patrick School | 2025 State NJ , 5’10 PG Jersey Celtics Elite 2025
Williams was electric all day as he was a big reason for the Jersey Celtics Elite taking home the 17U platinum title. The 5’10 guard was electric off the bounce as he was able to blow by his defender consistently and finish. Williams knocked down multiple step-back jumpers as he was consistently able to generate space off the bounce. He was fearless at both ends of the floor and rarely made bad decisions with the ball in his hands. Williams is a speedy lead guard whose ability to finish in a variety of ways around the rim will help his stock in a big way.
Jaen Chatman Jaen Chatman 6'2" | CG East Stroudsburg South | 2025 State PA , 6’2 SG NJ Panthers 2025
Chatman put down an emphatic poster dunk as he helped lead the NJ Panthers to the 16U platinum title. The 6’2 guard exploded off the floor for layups and was unafraid of drawing contact. Chatman used his quick first step to get into the lane and showed a good touch on his jumper. He elevated nicely for rebounds and moved his feet well on the defensive end. Chatman is an athletic guard prospect who should have a couple more highlight-reel dunks during the summer.
Juju Taylor, 5’10 PG NJ Shoreshots HGSL 2026
Taylor was dynamic for the NJ Shoreshots as he made it tough for defenders to stop him. The 5’10 guard has a nice shooting stroke and shot the ball with confidence from distance. Taylor did more than just shoot as he also got into the lane and finished as well. He moved well without the ball in his hands and was not rattled by on-ball pressure. Taylor is a scoring lead guard whose ability to knock down jumpers from deep will help his stock in a big way.
London Carson London Carson 6'4" | CG Elizabeth | 2024 State NJ , 6’4 SG Elizabeth Jersey Force 2024
Carson had a strong showing as his impact was felt at both ends of the floor. The 6’4 guard used his quick first step to get into the lane and finished nicely around the basket. Carson was able to get to his spot on the floor consistently and wasted little motion in his shot. He played good on-ball defense as he made it tough for his man to get to his spot on the floor. Carson is a two-way guard prospect whose stock should continue to rise with more performances like that.
Other Prospects to Know:
KJ Cochran KJ Cochran 6'3" | CG Perkiomen | 2025 State #111 Nation PA , 6’4 G K-Low Elite 17U 2025
John Kelly John Kelly 6'7" | SF Rutgers Prep | 2024 State NJ , 6’7 F NJ Panthers 2024
Jaryn Bull, 6’2 G New Heights 2023
Tajae Jones, 6’7 F LABC 2025
Dior Anderson, 6’2 G Wiz Kids 2026