Spring Standouts from Northeast GA: Independent Edition

There's been a lot of noise coming out of the smaller populated towns of Northeast GA, when it comes to legitimate college level prospects and in addition to those playing on the circuit, there's a lot of talent playing on some strong independent teams. These kids have had a good showing this spring and look to take it up a notch during the remaining summer months.    [player_tooltip player_id='2375440' first='Daniel' last='Hollis'] is a name that college coaches should be watching closely. He's one of the more athletic kids, in the class of 2026, that is a highlight reel waiting to happen. He's had several jaw dropping moments this spring with Team S.M.A.S.H. He's long, wiry, very springy, and is threat in the open court. He's shown the ability to score from deep, knocking down the occasional three pointer. Daniel is a wing that can post up and play with his back to the basket. He's able to elevate over defenders and be effective 15 feet in. Daniel can defend and seems to enjoy that end of the floor just as much as the offensive end. As he continues to become a better ball-handler and facilitator, expect his stock to continue to rise drastically.     DJ Hubbard took care of business, this past spring with [program_tooltip program_id='2076416' first='AC' last='Georgia'] 2026, showing why college coaches should continue to keep an eye on him. He pushes the ball well in transition and controls the pace of play. He can shoot it from deep consistently but looks to attack when he can. DJ uses all three levels of scoring and can make opponents pay in the mid-range. He sees the floor well and gets the ball in his teammates' hands early in possessions. Defensively, he's constantly putting pressure on ball-handlers and forcing them to make decisions with the ball. DJ's biggest area to grow is in the weight room. Adding an extra 15 pounds of muscle will make him one of the harder guards to slow down in his class. Standing closer to 6'2", don't be surprised when he finds his way into the rankings.     Kurston "Kurt" Curry is one of the brightest hidden gems in all of Georgia, in the class of 2027. Ask him and he'll tell you he's the best 3-ball shooter in the class and based on his spring performances, he has a valid argument. Kurt is a shooter, simply put. He has a smooth, fluid release with a good rotation on the ball. His ability to knock it down from deep, opens up opportunities to drive and get paint touches, which is something he does well. Kurt's ability to take what the defense gives him, without forcing shots, makes him an effective and efficient scorer. His vertical ability is increasing and he's now throwing down dunks on occasion. Kurt is worthy of being ranked and the more he's seen, the sooner it will happen.     [player_tooltip player_id='2297122' first='Tyler' last='Sorrells'] is the epitome of big things come in small packages. Although he's listed under 6ft, his play with [program_tooltip program_id='2407446' first='Triangle' last='Offense Elite'] 2027 would make you forget. He plays with aggression and physicality and can control the ball through bumps. He's a playmaking point guard that can get to the basket and score around the rim. He plays with loads of confidence and has shown good leadership skills. As he continues to increase his long-range accuracy and his athleticism, college coaches will become more intrigued with this young prospect.     Jordan is a prospect that's gone under the radar for quite some time. He's gotten taller, stronger, more explosive, more athletic, and it showed in the spring with Adidas AE5 Gold. Jordan's experience from playing on the circuit helped him gain confidence playing against top competition. Now that he's the focal point on the wing, he's been able to showcase his ability to be a 3-level scorer. Jordan's ability to play inside-out and with his back to the basket makes him a tough assignment for opponents. The more aggressive he gets with his touches, the more coaches will see his full potential on display.

There's been a lot of noise coming out of the smaller populated towns of Northeast GA, when it comes to legitimate college level prospects and in addition to those playing on the circuit, there's a lot of talent playing on some strong independent teams. These kids have had a good showing this spring and look to take it up a notch during the remaining summer months.