May 3SSB Notebook: 16u Notable Performers

As we continue rolling along on our May Live Period coverage we shift our focus to the Adidas 3SSB circuit as there's a ton of North Carolina talent represented with programs both within and beyond the borders of our great state. We already focused on the 15u division with this article honing in on the 16u division, without further delay, let's take a look!    Womack's star has been shining brighter and brighter over the last six months and he enjoyed a successful live period with [program_tooltip program_id='2227286' first='Team' last='Loaded South'] 3SSB 16u helping guide this group to a 3-1 weekend. Womack averaged 15.3 Points, 2.0 Rebounds, 1.5 Assists, and 0.5 Steals per game on the session. Womack's ability to generate offense for himself is incredibly valuable and he proved to showcase not only that but a more well rounded game than the first session in California. Womack was able provide this team with that reliable scoring, the ability to bail a team out late in possessions, and a guy that has a super rugged approach to getting the job done. Womack will be a priority out of this absolutely stacked 2028 class for many next level programs.     Hatch was a major stock-riser at the Adidas 3SSB Session in Ishawaka with his solid and steady production for Team Loaded VA 3SSB 16u who went 2-2 on the session. Hatch averaged 14.8 Points, 5.5 Rebounds, 0.5 Assists, and 1.5 Blocks per game on the session while making 12 3s over the course of 4 games. Hatch is proving to be a classic blend of shot blocking and floor spacing that has many schools and scouts around the country extremely intrigued with what he can become. Anytime you can get a guy that is going to play a low maintenance game that has a tangible two way impact at this size, you find a way to do it. Hatch will surely be a riser in the next 2028 rankings update as his potential is starting to translate directly to production.     This [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] 3SSB 16u team has had a ton of early success on the circuit as they've compiled a 7-1 record through two sessions, including a 4-0 week in Indiana in front of the coaches for the live period. St. Louis averaged 11.8 Points, 4.3 Rebounds, 3.3 Assists, and 0.8 Steals per game on the weekend. The cerebral PG play along with the high level skill makes St. Louis a prototypical floor general that can also take the game over by calling his own number. St. Louis has a super refined floater game in the middle of the floor that he relies on for a lot of his offense. He can make outside shots, really push the pace, and operate out of ball screens with high levels of comfort. This [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] 16 group is a real contender to win 3SSB with St. Louis having the keys to the whole show. Look for St. Louis to represent Canada incredibly well this summer in international play before returning to this group for the July stretch.     Jamison continues to prove himself as a prospect to monitor with this [program_tooltip program_id='2227286' first='Team' last='Loaded South'] 3SSB 16u group as a reliable playmaking guard that is really coming into his own as a player. For the 3-1 group, Jamison averaged 11.5 Points, 5.0 Rebounds, 3.3 Assists, and 1.8 Steals per game. Jamison's transition into becoming a full time point guard has been incredibly fun to watch. He's got great positional size that will only improve as he adds strength to his frame. Jamison also possesses great outside touch off the bounce or catch, allowing him to flourish off the ball when needed. He continues to operate with a ton of poise and is more than ready for the opportunity he has to run this team. As this group looks ahead to July, I fully expect Jamison to start garnering more attention on the recruiting scene as his production has been undeniable in multiple settings.     Cooper is another key piece on this 7-1 [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] 3SSB 16u team that has been making real statements with their performances on the circuit. During the live period session in Indiana, Cooper averaged 11.3 Points, 3.3 Rebounds, 1.5 Assists, and 1.3 Steals per game. Cooper is a reliable outside shooter that possesses the necessary size and athleticism to make a real difference on the defensive end of the floor as well. Cooper will be making the move to Leesville Road High School where he looks to have a big June and build his recruiting profile as he's proven to be a bonafide next level talent. Cooper's low maintenance and consistent production will make him a real target for next level schools.     Moore is really becoming a very consistently productive player as his presence helped guide [program_tooltip program_id='2227286' first='Team' last='Loaded South'] 3SSB 16u to a 3-1 weekend in Indiana. On the session, Moore averaged 17.8 Points, 6.0 Rebounds, 3.5 Assists, 1.8 Steals, and 0.8 Blocks per game. Moore is an incredibly versatile player and a dynamic athlete that plays the game with a naturally aggressive approach that is incredibly noticeable when watching him play. He's got the ability to score the ball from every level but the fact that he's always in attack mode looking to get to the rim makes him a threat to finish above it at all times. Defensively, Moore is incredibly active all over the floor, combining his physical gifts with his motor to create havoc on that end of the floor. Moore is a high quality utility forward in this 2028 class and should start to get some real recruiting recognition soon.     Another emerging prospect in this 2028 class, Robinson had a super strong weekend for [program_tooltip program_id='2078500' first='Garner' last='Road'] 3SSB 16u, helping guide them to an undefeated 4-0 record in Indiana. Robinson averaged 8.8 Points, 0.5 Rebounds, 1.3 Assists, and 2.0 Steals per game. With this talented group, Robinson's outside shooting and length on the defensive end give him a ton of value alongside these other talented pieces. Robinson had a big 16 Point game vs Breakaway where he was able to hit 4 triples in the blowout win. A long wing guard with outside touch, athleticism, and still a ton of room to improve, Robinson is a relatively under the radar name in this 2028 class to monitor closely as his best basketball is still ahead of him.

As we continue rolling along on our May Live Period coverage we shift our focus to the Adidas 3SSB circuit as there's a ton of North Carolina talent represented with programs both within and beyond the borders of our great state. We already focused on the 15u division with this article honing in on the 16u division, without further delay, let's take a look!