6 Players You Need To Know: UA Future Circuit Midwest Regional (Brighton, MI)

<p data-start="86" data-end="522">The UA Future Circuit Midwest Regional in Brighton, Michigan featured several young prospects who separated themselves with skill, physical tools, toughness, and long-term upside. From explosive guards to physically dominant frontcourt players, these six prospects consistently stood out throughout the weekend and established themselves as names evaluators should continue tracking moving forward.</p> <hr data-start="524" data-end="527" /> <h3 data-section-id="1u6h1kr" data-start="529" data-end="574"><span role="text"><strong data-start="533" data-end="574">Cades Cody-Jackson | A3C Elite | 2031</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="576" data-end="1220">Cades Cody-Jackson consistently impacted the game on both ends with his confidence, scoring mentality, and ability to create offense off the dribble. The explosive guard attacked defenders aggressively, changed pace effectively, and showcased the ability to score at all three levels throughout the weekend. Stylistically, parts of his game resembled a young Anthony Edwards because of the fearless downhill approach and natural scoring instincts he displayed in traffic. Cody-Jackson also showed strong offensive awareness and emerging lead guard traits while competing defensively at the point of attack.</p> <hr data-start="1222" data-end="1225" /> <h3 data-section-id="1kbfdv4" data-start="1227" data-end="1271"><span role="text"><strong data-start="1231" data-end="1271">Alvin Wilson | Team Tradition | 2030</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="1273" data-end="1971">Alvin Wilson stood out as arguably the most complete guard evaluated at the Midwest Regional because of his pace control, composure, and overall offensive versatility. The Team Tradition lead guard consistently controlled possessions with patience while creating offense efficiently at all three levels. Wilson separated himself with his ability to make timely reads, generate advantages for teammates, and dictate the pace without forcing the action. Defensively, he remained engaged at the point of attack and consistently competed within structure. His combination of scoring, playmaking, and game management made him one of the premier guards at the event.</p> <hr data-start="1973" data-end="1976" /> <h3 data-section-id="1heux0b" data-start="1978" data-end="2021"><span role="text"><strong data-start="1982" data-end="2021">Jacob Carter | Griffin Elite | 2030</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="2023" data-end="2732">At 6-foot-8 and 315 pounds, Jacob Carter immediately drew attention with his size and physical presence around the basket. The Griffin Elite big man consistently established deep post position, created mismatches, and finished efficiently around the rim with soft hands and touch. Carter used his frame effectively to create space offensively while also setting strong screens and impacting possessions physically throughout the weekend. Once he caught the ball near the basket, defenders struggled to move him off his spots. His size, feel, and understanding of how to play within his strengths make him one of the more intriguing frontcourt prospects in the 2030 class.</p> <hr data-start="2734" data-end="2737" /> <h3 data-section-id="l0jypg" data-start="2739" data-end="2784"><span role="text"><strong data-start="2743" data-end="2784">Brady Kidwell | Team Tradition | 2030</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="2786" data-end="3399">Brady Kidwell showcased one of the more versatile wing skill sets at the event with his ability to score from multiple levels while impacting the game on both ends. At 6-foot-5, Kidwell consistently knocked down perimeter shots over smaller defenders, attacked effectively off the bounce, and finished well in transition using his size and athleticism. He also moved extremely well without the basketball, creating open looks while comfortably playing through contact offensively. Defensively, Kidwell displayed versatility guarding multiple positions throughout the weekend.</p> <hr data-start="3401" data-end="3404" /> <h3 data-section-id="zegk3f" data-start="3406" data-end="3442">Kaeden Jones | A3C Elite | 2031</h3> <p data-start="3444" data-end="4049">Kaeden Jones stood out throughout the weekend with his relentless defensive energy, toughness, and overall activity level on both ends of the floor. The left-handed point guard took every matchup personally and consistently made life difficult for opposing guards with his physicality, effort, and nonstop pressure defensively. Offensively, Jones attacked the basket aggressively, finished effectively going left, and confidently knocked down perimeter shots when defenders gave him space. His all-around production was on full display in Game 1, where he nearly recorded a triple-double with 13 points, 11 assists, 8 rebounds, and 5 steals while committing just one turnover.</p> <hr data-start="4051" data-end="4054" /> <h3 data-section-id="1c38zd1" data-start="4056" data-end="4102"><span role="text"><strong data-start="4060" data-end="4102">Michael Campbell | Canada Elite | 2034</strong></span></h3> <p data-start="4104" data-end="4780" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">Despite standing just 4-foot-8, Michael Campbell emerged as one of the more impressive young guards evaluated all weekend because of his toughness, composure, and overall feel for the game. The skilled Canada Elite point guard already possesses a polished floater package and consistently found ways to finish in traffic against bigger defenders. Campbell handled the ball comfortably with either hand, played under control offensively, and never appeared rattled under pressure situations. His defensive competitiveness, instincts, and basketball IQ made him one of the most intriguing long-term prospects at the event regardless of age.</p>