PH Southeast Spotlight: Saturday’s Biggest Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>USE CODE “baxley30” FOR 30% OFF THE FIRST PURCHASE OF ANY SUBSCRIPTION</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The 2026 Prep Hoops Circuit made its way down south to Marietta, Georgia, this weekend. The Prep Hoops Southeast Spotlight is one of the best tournaments of the spring, showcasing some of the region's elite talent under one roof. Check out my six biggest standouts from the first day of action, and stop by Next Play 360 for the final day if you are in the area!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2969725"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3587910,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-69db0f7599eef"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2969725' first='Joseph' last='Ogunyemi'] leads off my list of Saturday's Biggest Standouts from the Prep Hoops Southeast Spotlight. Joseph fits this title in more ways than one, because he was one of the biggest and best players in the gym today. Listed at 6'9" 250 lbs and checking in as the top-ranked Center in Georgia's 2029 Class, Ogunyemi is a can't-miss prospect. Although he was able to dominate some smaller competition today, Joseph showed signs of translatable skills, like his soft touch on hooks and push shots. Keep an eye on Joseph to continue to dominate this summer with [program_tooltip program_id='2078446' first='Georgia' last='Stars'] EYBL.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2635299"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3587912,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-69db0f7599f9c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The oldest prospect of the lot is this Kings Ridge and [program_tooltip program_id='2078446' first='Georgia' last='Stars'] big man. Kelly is one of the more off-the-radar prospects on his team, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have the potential to help a program out at the next level. Carson is one of the rare players who looks like he enjoys playing defense - whether that's pressuring the ball, blocking shots, or cleaning the glass. On the offensive end, he is mostly a lob threat, but he moves well around the floor and has solid range.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3587903"],"_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-69db0f759a00d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">I caught up with King Wright and Handles X Buckets 15U in the opening slate of games on Saturday. He has some impressive physical attributes for a guard of his age, displaying contact balance, open-floor burst, and vertical bounce in a win over FOP Orange. One spot of improvement for Wright to target would be his control in attack, but once he figures out how to balance his playmaking from the paint, he will be an excellent Point Guard.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3587914"],"_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-69db0f759a074"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Another 2029 Guard who caught my eye from a size and athleticism perspective is [player_tooltip player_id='3587914' first='Jaxson' last='Roberts']. He is a two-sport athlete at Grayson High School - one of the best athletic programs in the country. Jaxson is explosive around the rim and does an excellent job of getting downhill both in the half-court offense and in transition. However, Roberts doesn't only overwhelm opponents physically, he also has some skill on the perimeter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3573480"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3587921,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-69db0f759a0eb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Denis' length is a very intriguing attribute, and it's one of the reasons why he makes this list. He doesn't look like he's down growing yet, either, so he could be a fantastic player once he really learns the game. When on the ball, Stanton can see and shoot over defenders, making life just a little bit easier for himself. He is also comfortable pulling up in the mid-range and finishing with either hand, plus his long arms make him a true two-way difference maker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3517396"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":3587922,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","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-69db0f759a15e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sticking in the Sunshine State to cap off Saturday's Biggest Standouts is [player_tooltip player_id='3517396' first='Charleston' last='Mcgriff']. McGriff always seems to be around the ball on both ends of the floor. Whether that's pushing the pace towards the cup on the offensive end or making plays on the defensive end, Charleston just makes things happen. He will need to tighten up his handle a little bit, but McGriff's explosiveness will allow him to cover up any weakness against similar-aged players.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->