2023 U.S. Open AAU Championships: Monday Top Performers
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MEMPHIS — Breaking down Monday’s top performers from the 2023 U.S. Open AAU Championships… Jamarion Batemon Jamarion Batemon 6'3" | CG Milwaukee Academy of Science | 2025 State #174 Nation WI – 2025 – G – Power 5 Batemon showed…
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Jamarion Batemon Jamarion Batemon 6'3" | CG Milwaukee Academy of Science | 2025 State #174 Nation WI – 2025 – G – Power 5
Batemon showed how important it is to have a short term memory. The Milwaukee Academy of Science guard couldn’t buy a bucket in the first half, missing his first five shots from the field. In the second half, Batemon led a route, scoring 20 points, including 15 after halftime. Once Batemon sees or two go down…it’s over. Also scoring 32 points on eight 3-pointers in his first outing, Batemon continues to put together a monster summer. He’s gotten so savvy as a shooter, getting himself open by making timely cuts away from the ball, extending his range when needed, and being slithery on the ball, weaving through screens. Also love the defensive mindset here. Batemon may not say a word on the floor, but he’s locked in. He moves his feet very well laterally has strong instincts, and wants to be a stopper on that end of the floor.
Luke Bevilacqua Luke Bevilacqua 6'10" | C George School | 2025 State #68 Nation PA – 2025 – F/C – Philly Pride
This young post prospect has got some stuff to him. A blue collar enforcer that’s surprisingly skilled around the rim, Bevilacqua gave Power 5 all sorts of problems during Monday night’s loss. At 6-foot-10, Bevilacqua rebounds at a high level, protects the rim, and just makes his presence felt by playing physical man-to-man defense. Offensively, he can score over either shoulder and showed off some nice footwork, able to be nimble and change directions. Love the motor here as well. Bevilacqua stays with the play, even if he misses from close in, and plays through the whistle.
Davion Hannah – 2025 – SF – Mac Irvin Fire
Hannah had spectacular stretches during a loss to D1 Minnesota. His mid-range, pull-up game continues to make strides. Hannah is at the point where if he decides to size you up, he’s going to get a good look. Hannah has also drastically improved his ability to knock down shots with a hand in his face and is now starting to mix in some fall away, off-balance stuff as well. Scoring 15 points and adding four blocks, the Nicolet product got it done against a very good defensive ball club. At 6-foot-6, Hannah has also expanded his game and added guard tools. He’s no longer a slashing wing. He’ll play anywhere on the perimeter, including point guard. Defensively, he’s got the length, athleticism, and want-to to defend four positions right now.
Cameron Holmes Cameron Holmes 6'5" | SF Millennium | 2026 State AZ – 2026 – SG – Arizona Unity
Said it last year when I saw him — Holmes is a certified pro. Playing up in 16U, Holmes dominated in a win over Wisconsin Playground Club , going for 23 points, including 19 in the second half. Down the stretch, AZ Unity went to Holmes time and time again and he delivered. Even though it was a relatively tight game, it just never felt in danger thanks to Holmes, who did whatever he wanted on the floor. A long, smooth 6-foot-5 wing with three-level scoring ability, explosive athleticism, and a killer instinct, Holmes’ takeover ability was on full display. Making it look too easy at times, Holmes was able to be effective and efficient while still playing within the flow of the offense and not over-dribbling. Don’t sleep on the defense either. Holmes defended 6-9/6-10 on Monday and won a lot of individual battles, including a series of blocks.
Jack McCaffery Jack McCaffery 6'8" | SF Iowa City West | 2025 State #70 Nation IA – 2025 – F – D1 Minnesota
McCaffery may not have scored a ton of points in Monday’s win over Mac Irvin Fire, but I thought he did a lot of things well. A coach’s kid, you can tell McCaffery gets the game of basketball — always making the simple, correct play. A very polished, 6-foot-8 combo forward, McCaffery can play inside or out. He does a great job of utilizing pass and shot fakes, getting defenders moving around and off their feet. Really love him at the top of the key where he can swing the ball around and get it moving or step into a triple himself. He’s still a little raw, but McCaffery has the tools and frame to be an inside-outside weapon. He’ll take people down to the block, handle the ball on the perimeter, and is very unselfish with the basketball. McCaffery had a key bucket and two late free throws to help secure the win as well.
T.J. Stuttley – 2025 – G/W – Wisconsin Playground Club
Stuttley is playing his best ball right now. The former Onalaska standout has been a different player since June, really taking over at times and becoming a focal point for PGC. The jump shooting consistency had been lacking in the past. That hasn’t been the case as of late. Time and time again, Stuttley delivered in late shot clock situations for PGC, almost relishing the chance when he’s under duress. Now that he’s shooting it well, Stuttley can do what he does best more efficiently — put his head down and attack the rim. A strong guard with a bulldog type nature, Stuttley can hammer the ball to the rim and challenges defenders to get in his way. Stuttley was in double figures during both games, including against a very good Arizona Unity squad.
Sebastian Williams-Adams Sebastian Williams-Adams 6'8" | PF St. John's | 2025 State #35 Nation TX – 2025 – SF – JL3
This is going to be a name to remember at the next level. Williams-Adams has so much going for him as a prospect and is only scratching the surface. During a comfortable win over Midwest Basketball Club, Williams-Adams flashed in a variety of ways. A super athletic forward/wing, Williams-Adams just showed up everywhere. He was blocking shots, coming up with loose balls, defending multiple positions, getting out and running in transition, and scoring in the halfcourt. It’s the motor and athletic measurables that have people excited about the top 50 prospect right now, but he’s got some budding skill as well. The 6-foot-7 junior displayed a really nice mid-range game, able to break people down, get two feet in the paint, and out-hang a defender before tickling the twine.