Prep Hoops Logo
Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Delaware
    Florida
    Georgia
    Hawaii
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
    • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
    Showcases
    • The Expo The Expo
    About Our Events
  • Prep Hoops for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
    • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
    • About Us
  • Georgia
  • Rankings
    • How We Rank

    • Archived Rankings

    • 2026 Rankings

    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

    • 2029 Rankings

  • Club Programs
  • Player Database
  • Team Database
  • Scores
  • Scouts
Prep Hoops Logo
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Delaware
      Florida
      Georgia
      Hawaii
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
      • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
      Showcases
      • The Expo The Expo
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Scores
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Hoops for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
      • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

From Role Player to Go-To Option

From Role Player to Go-To Option
Kyle Sandy
Kyle Sandy December 24, 2025 @ 06:34 AM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Amare Pryce
Amare Pryce 6'1" | CG | 2026
GA
Zayland Allen
Zayland Allen 6'2" | SG | 2028
GA
Darrion Hadley
Darrion Hadley 6'3" | SG | 2026
GA
Brandon Pemberton
Brandon Pemberton 6'4" | SF | 2027
GA
Shane Goines
Shane Goines 6'0" | CG | 2028
GA
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>These players went from being key cogs in the rotation to becoming invaluable go-to guys for their respective teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2294163"],"_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-694ac5cbe7780"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Part of Mt. Paran's magical Final Four run as a freshman averaging 13.4 points per game, Goines has now asserted himself as the Eagles' top option piling in 22.4 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 steals. The three-point line has become a deadly weapon, shooting 38-97 (39%) through his first 10 games. Goines has started to hear from D-I schools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2952983"],"_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-694ac5cbe77dc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">After a breakout season in the Sandy's Spiel Fall League, Zayland has carried over his momentum to a massive regular season. Allen averaged a respectable 9.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.4 assists and 1.4 steals as a freshman but now has taken over as Bowdon's number one scoring threat. The smooth three-level scorer is tearing up the competition averaging 22.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.6 steals. Zay has upped his three-point percentage from 27% to 35%. I really like Allen's future as well as his present-day self. He feels like a future multi-time All-State selection as long as Bowdon wins games. He will be a college basketball player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3266191"],"_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-694ac5cbe7823"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">With graduation and transfer hitting Grovetown, [player_tooltip player_id='3266191' first='Amare' last='Pryce'] is thrived in his new role. After scoring 8.1 points per game as a junior, Pryce has put up 21.8 points a night while shooting a blistering 41% from deep. Amare gets his shot off the catch and off the dribble with pull-ups. He is ball-strong when penetrating defenses, able to absorb contact on finishes. College recruitment shouldn't be far off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2879758"],"_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-694ac5cbe7864"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Darrion had a nice offseason during travel ball, logging some explosive games while maintaining his do-everything floor game when shots weren't falling. Fast forward to his senior season and Hadley is in full breakout mode. Darrion averaged 12 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1 assist as a junior. Now as Midtown's bell-cow guard, Hadley has erupted for 21.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2 assists and 2.3 steals a night. He is a two-way standout, a high-energy multi-positional guard who has the versatility to score and defend all over the floor. His three-point shot is his most notable area of improvement, shooting 19-79 (24%) last season over 28 games to 16-46 (35%) this year through eight games. D-III and JUCO programs have offered.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2813743"],"_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-694ac5cbe78a4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pemberton impressed last March at the Sandy's Spiel Spring Showcase where he looked like a burgeoning star. Now a junior, Brandon has confirmed those beliefs as he has carried Parkview averaging 21.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 2.1 steals per game. Pemberton has terrific length on the perimeter with equipped athleticism. He is capable of playing 1-4 with his robust skill set. Through 11 games he has shot 37% from beyond the arc. College programs need to check in ASAP.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

These players went from being key cogs in the rotation to becoming invaluable go-to guys for their respective teams.

Shane Goines

Shane Goines

GA
CG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
View Player
​
Shane
Goines CG
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
HS
Mt. Paran
|
GA
From Role Player to Go-To Option
Part of Mt. Paran’s magical Final Four run as a freshman averaging 13.4 points per game, Goines has...
Written by Kyle Sandy
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Shane Goines

Instagram
State: Georgia
School: Mt. Paran
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Zayland Allen

Zayland Allen

GA
SG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
View Player
​
Zayland
Allen SG
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
HS
Bowdon
|
GA
From Role Player to Go-To Option
After a breakout season in the Sandy’s Spiel Fall League, Zayland has carried over his momentum to a...
Written by Kyle Sandy
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Zayland Allen

State: Georgia
School: Bowdon
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Amare Pryce

Amare Pryce

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Amare
Pryce CG
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
HS
Grovetown
|
GA
From Role Player to Go-To Option
With graduation and transfer hitting Grovetown, Amare Pryce is thrived in his new role. After scoring 8.1 points...
Written by Kyle Sandy
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Amare Pryce

State: Georgia
School: Grovetown
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Darrion Hadley

Darrion Hadley

GA
SG
HEIGHT 6'3"
POS SG
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Darrion
Hadley SG
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
HS
Midtown
|
GA
From Role Player to Go-To Option
Darrion had a nice offseason during travel ball, logging some explosive games while maintaining his do-everything floor game...
Written by Kyle Sandy
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Darrion Hadley

State: Georgia
School: Midtown
Club: HoopAtlanta
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Brandon Pemberton

Brandon Pemberton

GA
SF
HEIGHT 6'4"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Brandon
Pemberton SF
Class
2027
Height
6'4"
HS
Parkview
|
GA
From Role Player to Go-To Option
Pemberton impressed last March at the Sandy’s Spiel Spring Showcase where he looked like a burgeoning star. Now...
Written by Kyle Sandy
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Brandon Pemberton

State: Georgia
School: Parkview
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation

Highlights

Prep Hoops

Access all of Prep Hoops

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Related Articles

  • Deep South Classic Semifinals Standout Wings/Forwards

    Deep South Classic Semifinals Standout Wings/Forwards

    Kyle Sandy • December 23

  • Deep South Classic Semifinals Standout Guards

    Deep South Classic Semifinals Standout Guards

    Kyle Sandy • December 23

  • Class of 2027 Watch: Georgia Basketball Juniors to Know

    Class of 2027 Watch: Georgia Basketball Juniors to Know

    Eric Wallace • December 23

  • Who is the Prep Hoops x Dr. Dish Player of the Week(12/16-12/22)?

    Who is the Prep Hoops x Dr. Dish Player of the Week(12/16-12/22)?

    Prep Hoops Staff • December 22

  • Breakout Georgia Freshmen

    Breakout Georgia Freshmen

    Eric Wallace • December 22

Upgrade to PrepHoops+
Unlock rankings, insights, and recruiting tools to maximize your exposure and guide your path to college.
Learn More
Loading...
Home Georgia From Role Player to Go-To Option

Prep Network

  • Prep Network
  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • NCSA College Recruiting
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2025 Prep Hoops. All rights reserved.