UAA Session 3: Carolinas’ 16U Eye-Catchers

<!-- 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 16U division at UAA Session 3 featured a deep group of talent from across the Carolinas, with numerous prospects making their presence felt throughout the weekend. Whether through consistent production, impactful two-way play, or flashes of high-level potential, several players elevated their stock against strong competition. Here are the 16U prospects from North and South Carolina who stood out most.</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":["2418910"],"_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":3695182,"_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-6a56fa369ebb6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Leading off the UAA Session 3 16U eye-catchers from the Carolinas is [player_tooltip player_id='2418910' first='Ricky' last='Hood III']. Ricky looked terrific in his debut with [program_tooltip program_id='2076394' first='Carolina' last='Premier'], proving to be an impactful addition in Atlanta. Hood tallied 15 points and 10 rebounds against Middlesex Magic, using his strong frame and elite athleticism to make plays on both ends of the floor. On defense, he had a highlight-reel block above the rim and was the team's most active rebounder, while on offense, he knocked down 4 mid-range shots and a catch-and-shoot three, along with having a solid dose of ball-handling responsibility. If this is the type of effectiveness Ricky can have on a consistent basis, it wouldn't be a surprise to see the college coaches come knocking for one of the top 2028s in South Carolina. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2630132"],"_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-6a56fa369ec2d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kiishawn is Premier 16U's starting Point Guard. He did a really good job of balancing scoring and facilitating in the Friday game, racking up 10 points and 4 assists. Farrow makes up for his lack of height with a strong frame and high-level decision-making. He is adept at using that frame to create space on the offensive end, and it allows him to hold up against different positions on the defensive end. Kiishawn also left his impact on the perimeter, knocking down two catch-and-shoot threes and setting up his shooters for open looks often. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2618802"],"_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-6a56fa369ec84"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The third [program_tooltip program_id='2076394' first='Carolina' last='Premier'] standout on this list is their top three-point weapon, Lail. Riley has been crucial for his squad all summer long, impressing on multiple occasions with his ability to knock down shots and provide space for the rest of the offense to flow. He went 5-9 from deep range in the matchup with Middlesex Magic, hitting threes off the dribble, the catch, and screens. Lail will always have the spot-up shooting ability as a fallback option, but it will be interesting to see if he can develop any other part of his offensive game to become an all-around threat. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2194576"],"_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":3695185,"_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-6a56fa369ece5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2194576' first='Bobby' last='Montgomery III'] was one of the best guards in the gym on Friday. He was strong all game, but he took his offense to the next level down the stretch to carry [program_tooltip program_id='2225832' first='Top' last='Shot Basketball'] to a win over Elevate on Friday. Bobby is a scoring threat off the catch and off the dribble at all three levels, but he never feels like he is neglecting to get his teammates involved. Montgomery hit 2 fourth-quarter threes and had the game-winning free throws to finish with 16 points and 6 assists in the win. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2626544"],"_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":3695187,"_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-6a56fa369ed42"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Miller rounds out the Carolinas 16U eye-catchers from Day Two in Georgia. Listed at 6'7", Braden does a lot of things well, such as finishing with touch at the rim, battling through contact on both ends of the floor, and a solid stroke at the charity stripe, which could grow into a jumper down the line. Miller moves well for his size and isn't shy to run the floor in transition, plus he was solid in the pick-and-roll. He posted 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 1 block in a win over Elevate. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->