Woolfolk Watchlist Camp Standouts; Part 2
There was talent across the board at the Woolfolk Watchlist Camp, and here is part 2 of standouts that caught my eye… Skyler Williams (5’2/G/’29/Oak Hill MS) Instagram: Sky_mamba_29 Skyler has the type of game that exceeds his years. He is…
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Continue ReadingThere was talent across the board at the Woolfolk Watchlist Camp, and here is part 2 of standouts that caught my eye…
Skyler Williams (5’2/G/’29/Oak Hill MS)
Instagram: Sky_mamba_29
Skyler has the type of game that exceeds his years. He is a consummate floor general, wired to keep his teammates happy on the offensive end. Skyler showed off an impressive basketball IQ that stood out quickly. Skyler led his squad to the championship and was, in my opinion, the most impactful player on his roster. With the ball in his hands, I didn’t see anyone on the day who could consistently slow him down. It’s common for young lead guards to be turnover prone, although that’s not the case here. He clearly values the basketball, and that translates to clean, mistake-free basketball for his squads. I anticipate Skyler being a winning basketball player throughout his HS career, and the potential is sky-high for this heady playmaker.
Jaeden Hall (5’6/SG/’30/TJ Elder MS)
Instagram: Jae.Luvv
One of the younger prospects in attendance, Jaeden, didn’t let this stop him from making a consistent impact while playing up an age division. Jaeden isn’t a huge scorer at this stage in his development, but he impacts the game in many other ways. His energy is the most obvious takeaway at the moment. Despite being younger than most other prospects in attendance, he possessed above-average physical tools with a lengthy wingspan. He excels in transition and is a capable finisher and an impressive passer. There is some real secondary playmaker potential here. The swing skill for Jaeden will be his shooting. The finishing and playmaking feel will translate, but the ability to knock down the perimeter jumper will unlock so much for Jaeden’s game as he transitions into HS ball over the next few years.
Skyler Bostic (5’3/PG/’28/Langston Chapel MS)
Instagram: Skyler_Bostic2028
Skyler was a bit of a known commodity entering camp, and many were excited at seeing him compete. Needless to say, he did not disappoint. It’s hard to get a grasp of the sudden burst in Skyler’s game without seeing him in person. It becomes evident quickly that he moves a step faster than nearly everyone around him. I was impressed by some of the more secondary traits, such as the willingness to be vocal and unwavering confidence. The value of those two traits cannot be stated enough, as he is expected to lead from the PG spot. At this stage, I will say that Skyler is a willing shooter with room to continue showing improvement. The mechanics are solid, so I have no doubt that Skyler will be a serviceable shooter throughout his HS career. All the writing is on the wall for this young prospect to have plenty of coaches interested in the near future.
Braylon Yorker (5’6/G/’29/TJ Elder MS)
Instagram: Bray._d1
Braylon is the ultimate glue guy from the guard position. I was most impressed by his ability to slide off the ball and still remain productive. He showed a willingness to attack gaps off of ball reversals and is really good at reading second-line help defenders, which led to several easy drop-off passes for layups. He plays at his own pace while not allowing defenders to speed him up. Braylon also shows the ability to play off of other creators, particularly with smart cuts in the halfcourt. Mid-range jumper looked very smooth both in C&S and pull-up opportunities. Braylon is the type of player that simply plays winning basketball. As he puts on size and tightens up some aspects of his game, he could be a very valuable piece as he transitions to HS basketball.
Jordan Winfrey (6’/SF/’28/William James MS)
Instagram: Itzz_Jordan3
Jordan is a physically advanced wing with legitimate guard skills. It is obvious that Jordan has had the ball in his hands throughout his development, as he is a remarkable passer for his position and a good straight-line driver that lives in the paint. He is always under control when making his moves to the basket; this allows him to gather himself for a controlled layup or a pass to an open teammate. Jordan is the type of guy that others will want to play alongside. He is also a very impactful defender due to his plus length and high motor. I applaud his willingness to never give up on plays, even in the camp setting. Jordan is a player that I will be tracking over the next few years.
Aidan Broome (6’3/F/’28/Richmond Hill MS)
Instagram: Aidanbroome_2028
Aidan, a stalwart of the Georgia Stars AAU program, was one of the more heralded prospects I was looking forward to seeing. Unfortunately, he suffered an injury early into the day but showed out in the limited action that I saw. One of the best frames in attendance, Aidan knows how to use his body to his advantage. He is physically strong with long arms that he knows how to use to get his shot off at will. He uses a wide array of off-balance floaters and push shots around the paint. Defensively he does a solid job of guarding around the rim without fouling. This is especially rare for middle school players and paints a clear picture of a future impact defender. I look forward to catching some more of Aidan’s game in the near future.