Team 3 Features High-Impact Prospects and Rising Stars in Alabama

<!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Team 3 was one of the most talented and well-rounded groups in attendance at the #PHExpoAL, featuring size, athleticism, and skill across all positions. Here is a detailed look at the players who made their mark…</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016157,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/TP-Jaurice-Smith.jpg"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/TP-Jaurice-Smith.jpg?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016157" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2458112' first='Jaurice' last='Smith']</strong> (6'5/G|F/'27/Wenonah) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: unknown_jaurice</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @jrjaurice</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jaurice is an athletic stretch-four who brings versatility and energy to the floor. He can step out and knock down shots from the perimeter, spacing the floor effectively, while also using his athleticism to attack the rim and finish through contact. His blend of size, mobility, and shooting touch makes him a matchup problem for defenders. With continued development and consistency, he has the tools to be a high-impact forward and one of the more intriguing prospects in Alabama.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016162,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Blake-Weems-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Blake-Weems-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016162" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2748433' first='Blake' last='Weems']</strong> (5'10/CG/'28/Pell City) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: blake_weems2028&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Blake is a skilled left-handed combo guard who plays with confidence and control. He is a smooth shooter, who can knock down shots from beyond the arc and create offense off the dribble. He has a natural feel for scoring and uses his lefty touch to finish creatively around the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016166,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Kendrick-Belser-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Kendrick-Belser-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016166" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2978877' first='Kendrick' last='Belser']</strong> (5'6/PG/'27/Success Unlimited Academy) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: yngpnut</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @kendrickbelserr</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Kendrick is a confident shooter who plays with poise, effort, and control. He has a smooth, reliable jumper and the awareness to make the right play, whether it is knocking down an open shot or finding a teammate for an easy bucket. His unselfish approach and ability to stay composed under pressure make him a steady presence in the backcourt.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016171,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Caleb-Myles-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Caleb-Myles-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016171" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2610190' first='Caleb' last='Myles']</strong> (6'0/PG/'28/Montgomery Academy) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: calebmyles03</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @CMylesHoops2028</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Caleb is a dynamic point guard with a shifty change-of-pace game and the athleticism to blow by defenders. He combines quickness and creativity to get into the paint, where his craftiness allows him to finish over or around secondary defenders with ease. Defensively, he is a full-court disruptor who takes pride in applying on-ball pressure and forcing turnovers. He plays hard every possession, makes the extra pass, and competes with a team-first mentality. With his mix of athleticism, control, and effort, Caleb stands out as one of the most complete floor generals in Alabama.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016179,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Jeremiah-Peterson-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Jeremiah-Peterson-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016179" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2966069' first='Jeremiah' last='Peterson']</strong> (6'3/G|F/'29/Percy Julian) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: jeremiah.peterson2</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @slimderman20</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Jeremiah is an athletic forward who plays with nonstop energy and effort on both ends of the floor. He attacks the basket with power and confidence, finishing through contact and creating second-chance opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Defensively, he takes pride in his ability to guard multiple positions, rebound aggressively, and make hustle plays that shift momentum. With his athleticism, motor, and willingness to do the dirty work he is a young emerging prospect to keep an eye on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016185,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Krystian-Hornsby-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Krystian-Hornsby-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016185" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2921052' first='Krystian' last='Hornsby']</strong> (6'4/F/'27/Geneva) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: k_hornsby0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @KHornsby_0</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Krystian is a skilled forward with the ability to stretch the floor and impact the game inside and out. He plays with good footwork and balance, allowing him to create space and get to his spots efficiently. His quick release makes him a consistent threat from the perimeter, forcing defenses to respect his range. Around the basket, he is an active rebounder and shot changer who competes with energy on both ends. His blend of size, shooting touch, and activity level makes him a valuable stretch-four prospect with a versatile skill set.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:image {"id":3016191,"sizeSlug":"medium","linkDestination":"media","align":"left"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image alignleft size-medium"><a href="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Caden-Orrick-C.png"><img src="https://prephoops.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/10/PH-Caden-Orrick-C.png?w=300" alt="" class="wp-image-3016191" /></a></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2454994' first='Caden' last='Orrick']</strong> (6'7/PF|C/'26/Leeds) </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">IG: [player_tooltip player_id='2454994' first='Caden' last='Orrick']</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">X: @caden_orrick</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">Caden is a senior prospect who brings athleticism, energy, and versatility to both ends of the floor. He is an explosive finisher who plays above the rim with dunks and rim protection, routinely impacting the game through his activity. He shows confidence stepping out to the three-point line, keeping defenses honest with his shooting touch. He also has a solid handle for his size, using shot fakes and straight-line drives to create opportunities for athletic finishes. He plays with consistent effort by running the floor hard, competing on the glass, and finishing plays through contact. He is a high-motor big with modern stretch potential, and is a strong prospect to track.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->