AAU World Championship Thursday Player Spotlights – Part 3

As the Thursday bracket play continued, players across multiple age groups stepped up with impactful performances to keep their teams advancing. Whether it was controlling the game with high basketball IQ, providing an early scoring spark, or dominating the paint, these standouts played major roles in their teams' victories. Jaden Solaja | D1 Minnesota | Class of 2031 Jaden Solaja played an important role in D1 Minnesota's balanced offensive attack during its Thursday 10:10 a.m. bracket victory. He contributed efficiently on both ends of the floor, finishing with nine points and five rebounds while making the hustle plays that helped his team control the game and secure the win. Trey Clemens | 1 Of 1 Elite | Class of 2032 Trey Clemens once again showcased his high basketball IQ and complete offensive skill set in 1 Of 1 Elite's Thursday 10:10 a.m. quarterfinal victory. He consistently made the right decisions with the ball, created opportunities for teammates, and scored when his team needed him most. Clemens finished with 15 points, six rebounds, and four assists in another impressive all-around performance. Rony Aranega | Canada Elite | Class of 2032 Rony Aranega gave Canada Elite the perfect start in its Thursday 10:10 a.m. quarterfinal victory. He erupted for 15 of his 19 points in the first half, helping his team establish control early before adding three assists to round out an outstanding performance. His aggressive offensive approach set the tone from the opening tip and played a major role in the victory. Benaiah Kaijuka | Southside S4G | Class of 2033 Benaiah Kaijuka anchored the paint on both ends of the floor in Southside S4G's Thursday 11:15 a.m. semifinal victory. His physical presence, relentless rebounding, and elite rim protection made life difficult for the opposition throughout the game. Kaijuka finished with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and four blocks, recording a dominant double-double while controlling the interior from start to finish.