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Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch

Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch
Bret Swanson
Bret Swanson
August 24, 2024 @ 09:46 AM
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Eli Brown
Eli Brown 6'4" | SF | 2026
SC
Jaden Hayden-Barber
Jaden Hayden-Barber 6'2" | CG | 2026
SC
Antwon Young
Antwon Young 6'6" | SF | 2026
SC
Jaden Gerald
Jaden Gerald 6'3" | CG | 2026
SC
Zeke Clyburn
Zeke Clyburn 6'4" | SF | 2026
SC
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>How does the 2026 Palmetto State Class look like in Class 2A? Who are some of the best players to watch out for in this class? Well, if you want to know jump on board and take a look at it now right here. <strong><em>SUBSCRIBE today and use the passcode "Swanny30" at checkout to save 30% percent on your first billing cycle. #RecruitThePalmettoState</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1848084"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66c65174033af"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Young is certainly not a big name outside some of the circles in the Palmetto State. He ran with Next Level SC on the Puma Circuit this Grassroots season. Young really plays well on both ends of the floor around the bucket. He constantly brings constant effort on the glass and understands on how to rebound outside of his area. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Antwon plays bigger than his size and really shows to have a GREAT MOTOR on both ends of the hardwood. The Patriots finished (15-12) last season in the Upstate. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2457406"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66c651740340a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brown looks to be a late bloomer for the Eagles. Eli showed up really well this past Grassroots season and with the Eagles during the June period. He has really defined his body and showcased his skills inside-out on the floor. Eli averaged 10.4 ppg and 6.4 rebounds last season for the Eagles - look for them numbers to climb. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brown has a good skill set from all positions on the floor with his soft touch, willingness to finish and crafty passing skills. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1487224"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66c651740344b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Zeke plays his best basketball around the paint area and stalking the baseline from time to time. He can deliver punches scoring the rock through contact when needed for the Volunteers. He surely won't back away from a challenge or ever play timid while on the floor. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Clyburn and the Volunteers will be right there in the end like every other year under Head Coach Danny Wright. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1848086"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66c9f22a2f6fb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaden is a welcome addition to the Patriots this season after playing at nearby South Pointe HS. Jaden really likes to go to work with his nice crossover move to get by defenders. He will look to finish at the bucket in transition every time he gets into the paint. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jaden has a good frame to get by defenders and make plays for others on the court. Look for him and the Patriots to surprise some folks this season in Class 2A. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1645097"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66c6517403488"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gerald has a new address this season back in the Pee Dee at Marion HS for Head Coach DJ Kelly. Jaden played last and won a Class 2A State Championship at Gray Collegiate. He played his freshmen season at Trinity Collegiate in Darlington. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gerald brings the Swamp Foxes a nice piece to the puzzle this season for already talented team. Jaden should mesh find with this unit this season in Class 2A, </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>The Carolina Expo Showcase is approaching in Rock Hill- Just 2 weeks away! SUNDAY September 8, 2024 - Sign up today by using the passcode "SwansonHoops2024" to save $10.00 at checkout. This is the only time all year long Prep Hoops gets to put a jersey on a player. Details on front of the site under Events. </em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

How does the 2026 Palmetto State Class look like in Class 2A? Who are some of the best players to watch out for in this class? Well, if you want to know jump on board and take a look at it now right here. SUBSCRIBE today and use the passcode "Swanny30" at checkout to save 30% percent on your first billing cycle. #RecruitThePalmettoState

Antwon Young

Antwon Young

SC
SF
HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Antwon
Young SF
Class
2026
Height
6'6"
HS
York Prep
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SC
Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch
Young is certainly not a big name outside some of the circles in the Palmetto State. He ran...
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Antwon Young

State: South Carolina
School: York Prep
Club: Next Level SC
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Eli Brown

Eli Brown

SC
SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Eli
Brown SF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Chesnee
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SC
Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch
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Eli Brown

State: South Carolina
School: Chesnee
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Zeke Clyburn

Zeke Clyburn

SC
SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2026
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Zeke
Clyburn SF
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
HS
Andrew Jackson
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SC
Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch
Zeke plays his best basketball around the paint area and stalking the baseline from time to time. He...
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Zeke Clyburn

State: South Carolina
School: Andrew Jackson
Club: Upward Stars Gold
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Jaden Hayden-Barber

Jaden Hayden-Barber

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CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Jaden
Hayden-Barber CG
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
HS
Lancaster
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SC
Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch
Jaden is a welcome addition to the Patriots this season after playing at nearby South Pointe HS. Jaden...
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Jaden Hayden-Barber

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Jaden Gerald

Jaden Gerald

SC
CG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
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Jaden
Gerald CG
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Wilson
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SC
Class 2A: Junior Players to Watch
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Jaden Gerald

State: South Carolina
School: Wilson
Club: Big Shots SC
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