Central Florida Prospect Update Pt. 2
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Central Florida is ripe with college basketball talent. To shine light on them, we’re starting a two part series to break down their game. Below is a list of six prospects who have the talent and skillsets to play at…
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Continue ReadingCentral Florida is ripe with college basketball talent. To shine light on them, we’re starting a two part series to break down their game. Below is a list of six prospects who have the talent and skillsets to play at the next level. Click here for part 1.
Isaiah Campbell-Finch Isaiah Campbell-Finch 6’1″ | PG Tampa Catholic | 2025 State #361 Nation FL ‘s uptick in scoring is showing transferable parts of his game. While he may not be the quickest ball handler his ability to attack angles, change direction on a dime, and stop and start slow him to blow by defenders. He has a tight and creative handle that shows him to penetrate the defense and get to his spots. His penetration creates shots for him and others. He’s stepping up as a defender who can force back handlers into turnovers and convert their mistakes into transition buckets. Campbell-Finch finishes well around the rim by using his body to absorb contact and has a bag of finishing moves against bigger defenders.
Kaiden White Kaiden White 6’3″ | CG Olympia | 2024 State FL is a combo guard who can take over the game with his jump shooting and layup package. The senior is developing into a lead ball handler who makes smart decisions while keeping defenses on their toes with his shooting. Has the court vision to find guys in transition and throw skip passes in the halfcourt. The senior guard has quick hands on defense that help him on help defense. White has always been a guy who can knock down threes with volume and accuracy. With the ball in his hands more, his shooting is translating into pull up jumpers beyond the arc and midrange.
Xavier Kirkpatrick Xavier Kirkpatrick 6’2″ Forest | 2025 FL is a 6’2 guard who’s coming into his own as a two-way player. He’s shooting above 40% through 14 games this season. He’s an aggressive downhill attacker who forces contact and converts free throws at a decent rate. The junior has the athletic tools to slide his feet on defense and use his length to both ball handlers. He’s becoming a more willing ball mover who can be a connector piece even while looking for his shot.
Justin Bandy Justin Bandy 6’9″ | SF Trinity Catholic | 2025 State FL is a 6’7 Swiss army knife. He’s running his team’s offense as a point forward, holding down the boards on both ends of the floor, and showcasing a variety of ways to score. The junior does most of his damage below the free throw line, where he can take advantage on the block with his lefty hook or flash his shotmaking with pull up jumper, fadeaways out of the post, and spot up shooting out to the corner three. He has a decent handle when he has the space to move. Bandy has good court vision and uses all five passing windows to find teammates. Very interesting long-term offensive skill set with a motor and size to be effective on defense.