Breaking Down the SCBCA All-State Teams by Area Code: 864

USE CODE “baxley30” FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION   The 864 area code has long been one of the most talent-rich pockets of South Carolina basketball, and this year's SCBCA All-State teams once again reflect that depth. From the Upstate's powerhouse programs to rising stars making their mark, several of the state's top performers call the 864 home. Here's a closer look at the All-State selections representing one of South Carolina's premier hoops regions.   <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" />    First up in the 864 is Abbeville's [player_tooltip player_id='1848143' first='Jaden' last='Baylor']. Jaden is now a two-time All-State player, also having received this honor in his junior season. Baylor's scoring numbers were up to over 18.5 points per game this year, again leading the Panthers to a perfect 16-0 Region Championship and multiple playoff wins. They ran into a buzz-saw C.A. Johnson team, but Jaden should leave with his head high after another special season.     Marshall is a huge reason why Belton-Honea Path turned into a surefire contender the past two seasons. After finishing below .500 in his freshman and sophomore years, Bolden Jr. helped lead the Bears to back-to-back 15+ win seasons and two Region Championships. Marshall was the Region 1-3A Player of the Year this year, thanks to putting up 16 points per game, 3 assists per game, and 2 steals per game, no doubt earning him a look for the Class All-State Team.     If you didn't get to see Riverside and [player_tooltip player_id='2367673' first='Sebi' last='Boyogueno'] in person this season, you really missed out. He had one of the most dominant scoring seasons in the state, putting up over 25 points per game with eight games of 30 or more points. There simply weren't many, if any, players who could match up with his scoring package at 6'4". Boyogueno was an easy pick for the 5A All-State team and should get a chance to play at the highest level in the near future.     For the second year in a row, Brown led Class AA in scoring, earning him another award to add to the collection. It was no surprise to see him make the All-State Team, as he tallied over 22 points per game, 4.8 rebounds per game, and 2.6 assists per game. His assists and rebounds dipped slightly this year, but that is more a product of a better team around him on paper. Eli will continue his basketball career at Converse University.     Despite the monster year, I would still consider Campbell one of the most underrated players in the state. There aren't many outside of the upstate who know what he is capable of. The All-State honor helps, but Campbell had several monster games this season, including back-to-back 25-plus point, 10-plus rebound nights in the playoffs. He might not put up those numbers at the next level, but he is still far from the finished product.     Another under-the-radar member of this All-State group is Terrance. He dominated 1A competition, as a player of his frame should, racking up 17.2 points per game, 11.8 rebounds per game, and 1.6 blocks per game. Cartledge was certainly one of the best bigs in the class this year, even if the eye-test doesn't always line up with the numbers.     Caden had another excellent season in a Red Raider jersey despite falling short of the ultimate goal this time around. He was one of the best players in the state a season ago and was right back at that level in his senior season. The thing that makes Coleman stand out is his athleticism, which makes a clear impact on his team's success on both ends of the floor.     One of the best bigs in the state this season was Conley. He really took major strides with his game this season, showing a glimpse of why the staff at Morehead State was eager for his commitment. Jackson had multiple games where he dominated smaller matchups, with some impressive per-game numbers: 15.1 points per game, 9.1 rebounds per game, and 2.1 blocks per game.     The 2025-26 Class AAAAA State Player of the Year is [player_tooltip player_id='1982890' first='Colt' last='Fowler']. Colt had a special season for the Runnin' Rebels, putting up insane night after insane night. His averages were as good as anyone in the state, even challenging some of the best in the nation as he went for 24.3 points and 10.8 assists a night. He will no doubt push for some remarkable records and have Byrnes right back in title contention in his senior season.     It was really impressive to watch the growth of Eric from a bright, young player to a smart, experienced leader. Gray was named Region 3-3A Player of the Year and became only the second player in Union County High School history to be named 2x All-State. When he's on his game, he is one of the best Point Guards in the state and would be a steal for a D3 or NAIA program.     Grayden is as due for a big jump in the rankings as one in this list. He helped lead the Chapman Panthers to another very good season, averaging 17.1 points per game, 3.3 assists per game, and 2.1 steals per game along the way. Those were some of the best averages in the class, but if he can average another 4 points a night next year, he will push for even more state-wide recognition.     It wasn't the finish Jackson and his squad would have imagined after a dominant start to the season, but he should have plenty to be proud of when looking back on his time as a Red Devil. Kendrick helped lead this group to several impressive feats, including a 20-win season for the first time since 2004. Team success is a factor in his All-State selection, but when you mix in his 19.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.0 assists a night, he was an easy choice for the team.     This Dorman Guard has been one of the best scorers in the state since he made the move to Roebuck before the start of his sophomore season. He already has 1,000 points as a Cavalier, being one of the fastest in program history to do so. When someone, particularly a guard, breaks a Dorman record, you take notice. They have a long history of producing next-level stars, and Johnson looks like he could be next in line to be one of those.     Patterson is one of the few All-State players whom I don't know much about. From a box score perspective, however, he looks to be one of the best Sophomores in the state. In 2025-26, he put 25.7 points per game for 1A Calhoun Falls, leading them to a solid season and a well-earned playoff birth. I am interested to see where Patterson plays AAU this summer and hope to get eyes on him in the near future.     The lone representative from the Class AAA State Champions on the SCBCA All-State team is [player_tooltip player_id='2361714' first='Jonathan' last='Perry']. Perry and the Cavaliers were excellent all season long, as he led them to a remarkable 26-1 record by putting up 13.9 points per game and 3.3 assists per game. Those numbers alone should earn him recognition, but when you watch Christ Church up close, it is clear to see how good a player Jonathan is.     Samuel was a well-kept secret heading into his junior year at Pendleton High School, but now, being an All-State player, many are starting to take note of what he is and what he can be. Ross did a little bit of everything as a scorer this season, putting up just over 16 points per game on 42%/33%/83% shooting splits. If he follows up this big year with a solid AAU season, Samuel could soon begin to see looks from college coaches.     If there were an All-State Defensive Team, J'Sean would certainly make that, along with the Class AA All-State Team. He had another spectacular season in Spartanburg, tallying over 18 points per game, 8 rebounds per game, and 1 block per game as a junior. His size and athleticism are very intriguing pieces of his game, so as he continues to grow offensively, the schools will come calling.     Scholl was another easy choice for the 5A All-State Team. He had a terrific junior year, particularly over the last couple of months where was arguably Greenville's most productive player. The shooting is always going to be there with Tucker, but he's consistently improved defensively and as a playmaker, both of which only raise the floor of how good he is now and raise the ceiling of what he can be over the next five years.     Laurens was one of the only schools that had two players named to an All-State team, and [player_tooltip player_id='2024465' first='Zakarion' last='Simpson'] is one of them. His 3.8 blocks per game was one of the wildest individual stats this year, and it's even more impressive when you see he's only listed at 6'5", 185 lbs. A lot of his game is built around his pure athleticism, so once he fully develops as a player, it could be a scary prospect.     Nyterian is one of several multi-sport athletes who take the hardwood for the Clinton Red Devils. However, he is a guy who stands out with a polished set of skills. Smith put up a team-high 15.4 points per game this season, including leading them with 24 points in his final game against American Leadership in the third round of the playoffs. That game, and many others, showed exactly what makes Nyterian All-State caliber: his ability to score against the toughest of defenses.     Another 2A, two-sport star who made the SCBCA All-State team is Springs. CJ was a dominant offensive presence on both the hardwood and the gridiron thanks to a strong 6'3", 170-pound frame. Springs helped lead the Tigers to another successful season, winning 16 games and making it to the second round of the state playoffs.     Powdersville's All-State Guard recently announced his commitment to Bob Jones University. He was one of the most balanced guards in the class, combining for 14.6 points per game with 3.0 assists per game as the #1 option for the Patriots. He also has the championship pedigree, being a valuable member of their recent late-season runs, so he should be a key member for the Bruins in the future.     The other Laurens Raider who made the 4A All-State Team is Quinton. Watts led the team at 16.6 points per game and 4.3 assists per game, both of which were up there with the best in his region. Quinton has really good positional size, especially when playing the one, so if he continues to improve as a ball handler and decision maker, he could be one who a college coach falls in love with during his senior year.     One of the most impactful sub-6'0" guards in 2025-26 was Webb. He was named Region Player of the Year after scoring 18 points per game, to go with 4 assists per game and 3 steals per game. Jonovan is not going to change the game physically at the next level, but he is as skilled and smart as they come and is certainly deserving of at least a chance to prove himself on a JV or developmental team.     [player_tooltip player_id='1578642' first='Lucas' last='Wiersma'] rounds of the SCBCA All-State players in the 864. A cross-town rival of Webb and Westside High School, Lucas really made his presence felt over his four years on varsity. In his final season, Wiersma stood out defensively, putting up 12.1 rebounds per game and 2.2 blocks per game. He chose to continue his basketball career at Augusta University, so look out for him to be an excellent player in the Peach Belt Conference over the coming years.

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