PSB Charleston Showcase: Top Performers and Tidbits

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The PSB Charleston Showcase took place at Goose Creek HS this past week. Prep Hoops took in the action for a day. Who were some of the Top Performers while we were in attendance? Well, I guess it's time to check it all out right here on your #1 source for basketball coverage in the Palmetto State. <strong><em>SUBSCRIBE</em></strong> today to stay on top of all the action and make sure to <strong><em>#RecruitThePalmettoState</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Bruins Have Talent and Depth: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304056,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-49-18-7840AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-49-18-7840AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304056" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The South Florence HS Bruins are surely a program who could be standing late into the season in Class 4A. The Bruins have a deep roster and plenty of depth now that the football season is over. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1156890' first='Jamarie' last='Brown']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2305948' first='Ziyon' last='Gamble'],</strong> <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1367707' first='SyRee' last='Livingston']</strong>, <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1228603' first='Rodney' last='Lesane']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1303613' first='Terrance' last='Moorer']</strong> are all in the senior class for the Bruins. Brown and Gamble start in the backcourt. Brown brings some flash to the table and the ability to score the ball when needed. Jamarie has a nice mid-range game with his ability to elevate on his jumper. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gamble is kind of the glue on this team at times. Ziyon can score the ball at the rim in transition and always seems to be in position to make a play for the Bruins. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305967,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-52-6230AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-52-6230AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305967" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Livingston just came off a big football season for the Bruins. He's a punishing left-handed guard-forward who really likes to get the ball downhill to the basket. Sy'Ree brings great hustle at all times and is constantly in position to make a play. He really thrives on playing the game on contact. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Lesane will play football at the next level for the Bruins. Rodney brings a player off the bench at some toughness to the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Moorer is another football guy who brings a mismatch to the table at times with his play. Terrance can score down on the block or bring activity to the perimeter. He brings another scoring option to the table for the Bruins. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304052,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-49-05-0330AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-49-05-0330AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304052" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Juniors<strong> [player_tooltip player_id='1220036' first='Amare' last='Adams']</strong>,<strong> [player_tooltip player_id='1149788' first='Jackson' last='Robinson']</strong> and<strong> [player_tooltip player_id='1444327' first='Jarius' last='Davis']</strong> all started here today for the Bruins. Adams a Clemson Football Commit played last season a Lake City HS. Amare has a great set of mitts and nimble footwork to finish down low on the block. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305966,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-37-7860AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-37-7860AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305966" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Robinson is a very quick leaping forward for the Bruins. Jackson will challenge shots on the defensive end of the floor. He really does a nice job of keeping the ball up high after claiming it off the glass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Davis brings good versatility to the perimeter for the Bruins. Jarius can handle the rock up the floor, knockdown the 3 ball or simply attack the rack by getting downhill to the cup. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Bruins have plenty of weapons at times to make noise on any given night. This team could be led by anyone of these players on a given night. All roads lead through Florence this season Upper and Lower State literally. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Armada Pull Off Big Win in Program History:</em></strong> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304055,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-48-38-6760AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-48-38-6760AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304055" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Atlantic Collegiate played a flawless game here today in a win over Summerville. The Armada connected on several three-pointers to help secure the win. Senior guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2261441' first='Santana' last='Mayes']</strong> came to play by connecting on 6 three-pointers on his way to scoring 18 points. Mayes really liked setting up shop down in the corners. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305969,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-23-3870AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-23-3870AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305969" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Junior forward <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1158878' first='Jamie' last='Brooks']</strong> patrolled the paint here today. Brooks was able to finish around the rim and connect on put backs all day long. Jamie plays the game very well when he stays close to the basket and manufactures opportunities. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305971,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-00-1430AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-20-00-1430AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305971" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1172891' first='Jaylen' last='Bellamy']</strong> a left-handed guard and point guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1210772' first='Sam' last='Medalie']</strong> came up with some big plays here today for the Armada. Bellamy was able to knockdown some perimeter jumpers on his way to scoring 14 points today in the win over Summerville HS. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Medalie really plays the game with a good understanding and knows how to set up the table for his squad with his decision-making skills. Medalie a senior moved into the Palmetto State this off past summer from the Volunteer State. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Armada a first-year program out of Myrtle Beach are coached by Jason Harris. Unfortunately, this coming season Atlantic Collegiate won't be eligible to play in the SCHSL Playoffs since being a 1st year program. They are currently playing an independent schedule. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Redhawks Remain Hot: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Westwood HS Warhawks are off to a (10-1) under new Head Coach Trent Robinson this season. Today the Redhawks defeated Lucy Beckham HS behind the strong play of guard <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1491010' first='TJ' last='Bell']</strong>. Bell finished with 17 points in the win while teammate <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1972145' first='Larry' last='Brown III']</strong> added 16 points.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304058,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-47-56-7770AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-47-56-7770AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304058" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bell an unsigned senior guard has a quick shot release and a willingness to finish drives to the cup. TJ came into the contest averaging 17.8 ppg at the time. Bell plays the game with a good deal of confidence and surely wants the ball down the stretch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305972,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-18-48-9250AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-18-48-9250AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305972" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> Brown III is a nice catch-shoot player from behind the line for the Redhawks. Larry shoots the ball at a good percentage clip and always seems to be a productive shooter. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Red Raiders Win Here Today:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Greenville HS Red Raiders came in and knocked off Pinewood Prep here today 71-53. The Red Raiders have a very dominated underclassmen roster with just 1 senior. Junior <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1892485' first='Roman' last='Cooley']</strong> really brought his "A" game today with his play. Cooley a left-handed forward was able to finish going coast to coast at times. He was constantly getting the ball downhill to the cup. Roman was relentless on the glass with his play today. Cooley finished with 22 points in the win today. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305965,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-29-7930AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-29-7930AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305965" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1239534' first='Bryson' last='Drummond']</strong> set the tone all day long from out top with his play. Drummond a Quarterback in the Fall for the Red Raiders really showed good leadership skills here today. Bryson is a physical guard who likes to overpower defenders on the way to the cup. He connected on some short mid-range jumpers here today. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305964,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-16-8590AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-16-8590AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305964" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2027918' first='Tucker' last='Scholl']</strong> is just a freshman for the Red Raiders. Scholl came out and scored 14 points in the win today. Tucker was able to set up shop down in the corners and dial in from long distance. Scholl can play on the ball when called on for Head Coach Mike Anderson. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The Red Raiders have plenty of options for sure. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1738000' first='Kam' last='Smith']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1738001' first='Arkeis' last='Shell'] </strong>bring more depth to this roster. <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1489409' first='Ramani' last='Bruton']</strong> sat out today with an injury and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1958970' first='Frank' last='Whitley'] </strong>is out for the year this season for the Red Raiders. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>UNSIGNED Seniors</em></strong> <strong><em>and Juniors in Chuck Town:</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Checkout some of these <strong><em>UNSIGNED</em></strong> Seniors right here for next season. All 5 of these players ran with the [program_tooltip program_id='2246675' first='Charleston' last='Raptors'] this past summer on the Grassroots Circuit. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304059,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-48-51-4460AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-48-51-4460AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304059" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1343999' first='Jahlil' last='Hope']</strong> - Ashley Ridge HS (Summerville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Hope scored 20 points in a loss today. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1360546' first='Robert' last='Watson']</strong> - Philip Simmons HS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Watson scored 17 points in the nightcap over Greeneville HS (TN)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305970,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-45-3310AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-45-3310AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305970" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1731364' first='Michael' last='Vince'] </strong>- Pinewood Prep (Summerville)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Vince finished with 11 points in a loss to Greenville HS (SC) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Juniors: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304053,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-48-09-6550AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-48-09-6550AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304053" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1265263' first='Melvin' last='Teal Jr']</strong> and <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1336825' first='Shane' last='Potts']</strong> need to be on college programs radar moving forward. Teal Jr is a very physical guard who really likes to take his game to the cup and bully over defenders. Potts helped the Goose Creek HS Gators win on opening night with 18 points. Shane has good size from out top with his play. He needs to be more vocal at times with his play. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Sophomores: </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2304054,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-47-28-0870AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_22-12-2023_09-47-28-0870AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2304054" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1959160' first='Trey' last='Thompson'] </strong>made a very strong impression here today while dropping 37 points for his squad. Thompson hails from the Volunteer State. He was able to score the ball from inside-out on the floor for his Greeneville (TN) program. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":2305968,"sizeSlug":"large","linkDestination":"media"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-02-9880AM.jpeg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/12/eZy-Watermark_25-12-2023_05-19-02-9880AM.jpeg?w=1024" alt="" class="wp-image-2305968" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1172573' first='Ja'Quell' last='Brown']</strong> brings a lot of craftiness and savvy to the floor with his play. Brown really sees the floor and at times gets a little too cute with the ball. Ja'Quell has no problems jumping on the deck and securing a few floor burns with his hustle. He really likes to switch hands at the cup and finish with his left on a regular basis. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->