The Expo: Second Team Selections

The first team selections have been released, and now it's time to recognize the second team picks. These players were among the top 12 as voted on by scouts and coaches in attendance. Throughout the event, they showcased their true skill and talent in a gym filled with some of the best players around. Congratulations to all the players selected, and best of luck in the upcoming basketball season. You've earned it!    Carlos Levingston is a true point guard with elite court vision. His ability to see the floor and manage the game in a showcase setting is exceptional. What impresses most is his poise and decision-making. He deliberately dissected defenses and exploited mismatches instead of focusing solely on scoring. With a combination of skill, athleticism, and speed, Levingston has all the tools for next-level play. He checks every box that college coaches look for, and while he still has room to grow, his ceiling is very high. College basketball is likely in his future if that's the path he chooses.     [player_tooltip player_id='2132748' first='Jackson' last='Chewning'] got to work early in the 3 on 3 and he kept his hot streak of scoring and facilitating the entire camp. Chewning is a guard with really good size and an offensive mind set. He was knocking down mid-range shot, three balls, he was getting to the rim and he was getting into players for easy finishes. He is a high IQ guard and one of the top 2027 players in the state for a reason. His game continues to evolve and his skills continue to sharpen. He is a player that I don't get to see often, but he is the real deal in person. Chewning is a high energy hooper that lets the game come to him. That type of comfort and confidence made him one of the top players at the Showcase and a Second Team Selection.     [player_tooltip player_id='2411560' first='Jordan' last='Dugas'] is another player that I was introduced to this summer and originally thought that he was a dunker and a slasher. He showed his ability to handle the ball and create his own shot during this showcase and it really looked easy for him, signaling there is more in his bag. His length and athleticism make him an easy prospect to spot, but after further viewing he is more than a complimentary piece. He is capable of doing a lot on the court, on both sides of the ball. One is guard positions 1-4 on defense. He is also a high level rebounder and his quick jumping ability makes him a solid rim protector.  Dugas is what coaches look for at the next level and what we were looking for in our selection process.     [player_tooltip player_id='2951114' first='Cayden' last='Coleman'] is another second team selection that took the showcase by storm with showing is extreme athleticism and versatility. He looks to have grown and added some muscle and is just a high level athlete and basketball player. He is a high IQ player that checks all the boxes on both sides of the ball. He is a trusted three point shooter and mid range shooter. He has a high release and gets up high on his shot, making it nearly impossible to contest. When he wants to score he can. He has a stingy handle, meaning he does not waste dribbles or moves getting to his spots. One dribble pull up, or three dribbles and he is at the rim. Excellent performance for this second team selection prospect.     Listed as a Center/Power Forward, Joseph plays the game with the tenacity and physicality of a much bigger player. Despite his size, he uses his strength to overpower opponents in the paint, reminiscent of a power running back constantly moving toward the rim. An active rebounder on both ends, Joseph dominated the boards throughout the showcase, terrorizing offensive players and establishing himself as a presence inside. He's skilled at using his body to get to the rim and has shown the ability to knock down shots, but it's his relentless aggression and competitive nature that truly stand out. His selection to the second team is a testament to his bully mentality. He basically stole the spot by being a physical force and a proven game changer.    Stay tuned for the MVP and Honorable Mentions selections. This year is especially exciting because we have named two MVPs, as both players showcased their elevated skills and truly deserve recognition. The Honorable Mentions are also players who made significant impacts during the event and deserve additional acknowledgment for their outstanding performances.

The first team selections have been released, and now it's time to recognize the second team picks. These players were among the top 12 as voted on by scouts and coaches in attendance. Throughout the event, they showcased their true skill and talent in a gym filled with some of the best players around. Congratulations to all the players selected, and best of luck in the upcoming basketball season. You've earned it!