Charm City Va. Next Level Exposure MD/ VA 17U Standouts, Part 1

The Charm City Next Level Exposure 17U tournament lived up to the hype this event consistently draws Division I talent, and it showed across the board. You had a strong mix of elite programs, ranked prospects, and under-the-radar guys all competing at a high level. What stood out most was the pace, physicality, and skill level guards making reads, wings creating off the bounce, and bigs running the floor and protecting the rim. Gilbert Osafo emerged as one of the top performers over the weekend, consistently making his presence felt on both ends of the floor.    Strong, physical power forward who consistently impacts the game on both ends of the floor. Shows a reliable mid-range jumper and is comfortable scoring from 12–15 feet. Crashes the boards hard and rebounds effectively in traffic. Defensively, brings toughness and energy, protects the paint, blocks shots, and alters attempts around the rim. Plays with a high motor and does the dirty work, making him a valuable presence without needing the ball. Expected to go to Juco, high major D1 prospect.   <figure class="wp-block-image"><img alt="" /></figure>    <figure class="wp-block-image"><img alt="" /></figure>   <figure class="wp-block-image"><img alt="" /></figure>    Crafty PG with a tight handle and strong feel for the game. Scores it at multiple levels ,comfortable from mid-range and beyond the arc. Gets downhill effectively and makes plays off the bounce. Poised floor general who should play a key role this spring on the grassroots circuit. Trending up and expected to draw college attention with continued production.     Versatile C/PF who plays with physicality and force. Rebounds at a high level and controls the glass. Strong rim protector, blocks shots and alters attempts. Offensively, shows touch from mid-range and can step out to knock down the three. Brings an aggressive, high-motor style and is poised to make a major impact on the PUMA Circuit this spring, drawing attention from college programs.     Under-the-radar 2027 prospect trending up. Plays with a high IQ and great feel for the game. Consistent shooter, knocks down shots off the catch and off the dribble, with range beyond the arc. Handles pressure well and stays composed, never rattled. Expect him to draw college attention this spring with continued strong play.     True floor general with quickness and control. Handles pressure at a high level and keeps the offense organized. Tough, ultra-competitive guard who plays with poise. Makes the right reads and delivers as a passer. Should draw college attention this spring with his leadership and edge at the point.     Athletic wing with length and a strong feel for the game. Versatile scorer ,finishes around the rim and can produce on the perimeter. Skillset allows him to play multiple positions and impact the game in different ways. Upside is there, with stock expected to rise this spring on the PUMA circuit as he draws Division I attention.     Versatile C/PF who plays with physicality and force. Rebounds at a high level and controls the glass. Strong rim protector, blocks shots and alters attempts. Offensively, shows touch from mid-range and can step out to knock down the three. Brings an aggressive, high-motor style and is poised to make a major impact on the PUMA Circuit this spring, drawing attention from college programs.

The Charm City Next Level Exposure 17U tournament lived up to the hype this event consistently draws Division I talent, and it showed across the board. You had a strong mix of elite programs, ranked prospects, and under-the-radar guys all competing at a high level. What stood out most was the pace, physicality, and skill level guards making reads, wings creating off the bounce, and bigs running the floor and protecting the rim. Gilbert Osafo emerged as one of the top performers over the weekend, consistently making his presence felt on both ends of the floor.