Top Spot World Championships High School Division Standouts
The Top Spot World Championships had a lot of talented players on the court throughout the weekend. Most of my coverage has been on the middle school division. However, there were some players in the high school division who had…
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Continue ReadingThe Top Spot World Championships had a lot of talented players on the court throughout the weekend. Most of my coverage has been on the middle school division. However, there were some players in the high school division who had their talent on display, and here are a few that stood out to me…
DeAvery Ramey (5’9/PG/’25/J5)
Instagram: deavery_10
Twitter: @DeAvery_4
It is hard to overlook DeAvery as one of the best players I saw throughout the weekend because this kid was hands down the toughest and grittiest player I not only saw at this tourney but I have seen at any tourney in a while. He is definitely a highly skilled lead guard that can score and facilitate. He has a high PG IQ and a good feel for the game and knows how to get his teammates involved and keep the offense flowing. He has intriguing tools, can play on and off the ball, and is highly productive across the box score. That said, the kid has a heart and is a winner. He does not back down from any challenge, he cannot be punked, and when you see him standing across from you as an opposing player, you better know you are in for a war. I loved his passion and desire to compete.
Kamden Bernard Murray (6’2/Wing/’26/Clarksville Crossovers)
Instagram: kam.thehooper
Twitter: @kamdenmurray
Kamden is a player that showed more as the tourney went on. Every day he matched and succeeded in his previous day’s performances. He is listed as 6’2, but his length and wingspan make him look bigger than what is listed. It may be because of the roster that he was on, but he was more of a secondary playmaker than a primary one. Yet, he showed the ability to step into that primary role at any moment and be the guy. He is a ’26 kid that, despite coming off his freshman season, has a very mature game for his age. You can easily say he is ahead of schedule and will garner attention from the next level. He showed his skillset as he was able to put the rock on the floor and score off the bounce, create for teammates, and initiate the offense at times. He functions as a triple-threat player that can contribute as a shooter, passer, and driver and is a player that silently can destroy you.
Eric Greene, Jr. (5’8/CG/’25/B2B Society)
Instagram: snaghs
Twitter: @EricGreene_12
Eric is a listed CG, and he showed his ability to play on and off the ball. He started out slow, but he was a tough cover when he got it going. When his team struggled to score, he was able to manufacture points by turning defense into offense, hitting the offensive glass, and getting his team into early offense. He is a heady guard that impacts both ends of the floor with his instincts and IQ. Eric put forth great effort on both ends of the floor and showed natural leadership abilities throughout the weekend. He had an impressive tourney, and hopefully, he can continue to build on what he showed. Some may question his size, which is understandable, and in the midst of all the questions, he will eventually have to show coaches at the next level his dominant skill as a guard, which for a roster spot may have to be what he can bring from the PG position.
Isaiah Darden (6’5/SF/’24/PBE)
Instagram: 615.zayyy
Twitter: @iamisaiahdarden
When I saw Isaiah for the first time, I was intrigued with the tools in his toolbox. He is a lengthy wing player that showed a lot of versatility. He was one of the most difficult players to defend because of his athleticism and creativity with the ball in his hands in and around the paint. Isaiah has good positional size and the potential to be a good two-way player with his ability to utilize his length on both ends of the floor. He doesn’t have the biggest body or is a real physical player, but he has a knack for scoring and impacting the game on the glass, particularly on the offensive glass. He can definitely help a program at the next level.
Javion ‘Chop’ Kinnard (5’9/PG/’25/Team AP)
Instagram: Whoischop1
Twitter: @Javionkinnard1
Javion was absolutely dynamic throughout the tournament. He is a big-time scorer with a compact size body. He gets downhill in a hurry and with force. He scores at all levels and is a threat every time he gets the ball. He is a high-volume shooter and forces all ten eyes of the defense to be on him at all times. He was one of the best iso scorers regardless of class and was one player that defenders feared being on an island trying to guard. He’s a crafty player that uses screens well and is able to capitalize on various runners and floaters in the paint. Some question the 5’9 height, but he has the physical tools and potential that warrant interest from the next level. His efficiency takes a hit because of the volume of shots he takes, but he is definitely a source of production.
Kendal L. George (6’0/F/’26/Clarksville Crossovers)
Instagram: k.endal._2
Kendal showed a good balance between scoring and facilitating throughout the tourney. Early he was in the mindset of facilitating, but as the weekend went on, he turned the switch and showed his scoring prowess. Still, as a facilitator, I saw his tendency to make smart plays and his ability to create easy shots for teammates. As a young guy coming off his freshman season, he showed that he could run the show or go for big points. He was a load to deal with in one on one situations. He is a good finisher through contact, with amazing touch from tough angles. He also drew a lot of fouls as he kept putting pressure on the rim. He is a smooth athlete who has good body control on his drive and when he is finishing.