PH Carolinas Freshman Showcase Preview: The Headliners

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The next wave of talent in the Carolinas will take center stage this Sunday as the Prep Hoops Carolinas Freshman Showcase comes to Rock Hill. With the Class of 2030 getting its first major opportunity to compete under the Prep Hoops spotlight, the event will provide an early look at some of the young prospects who could emerge as names to know throughout the high school basketball landscape.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With plenty of talent expected in the gym, a handful of players have already caught our attention as potential headliners for the event. Here are the names to keep an eye on when the action tips off in Rock Hill.</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":["3688293"],"_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":3688311,"_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-6a8f0a0752c4e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">First up on this list of headliners is [player_tooltip player_id='3688293' first='Emory' last='McIntyre'], the first South Carolina 2030 to earn multiple Division 1 offers. McIntyre has already received offers from Georgia, Coastal Carolina, and Presbyterian, and is the son of former Clemson star and current Director of Player Development Terrell McIntyre, so he has the profile and early body of work to be boasted as one of the best players in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2419234"],"_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-6a8f0a0752d0b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smith is another guy drawing lots of early buzz in South Carolina's 2030 Class. He was solid as an 8th Grader for Mid-Carolina last season, but he's really broken out with USC Unleashed this summer and has since moved to Gray Collegiate. Treyvon has the early size to dominate around the paint, but he's working on the skill and shooting to become a more well-rounded offensive prospect as he gets older. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2419237"],"_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-6a8f0a0752dee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The first two names might be the hottest ones from a national perspective right now, but don't forget the 8th-Grade season that Lewis had for Camden in 2025-26. He was the lone All-State middle schooler, averaging 14.1 points per game and 2.3 assists per game. Jayden impressed throughout the summer and will move to Gray Collegiate Academy in the fall, so he's one to keep an eye on in Rock Hill this weekend.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2440061"],"_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-6a8f0a0752e7a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">From early reviews, Travis is the best freshman prospect in Charleston. He has been impressive in almost every game I've watched him play, simply affecting the game positively in a variety of ways. As he continues to improve his outside shot and develop physically, it wouldn't be a surprise to see Kershaw end up as one of the better guards or wings in his class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2872890"],"_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-6a8f0a0752efa"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='2872890' first='Dante' last='Kirksey'] rounds out the headliners at this year's Prep Hoops Freshman Showcase. I've tracked Dante longer than anyone else in his class, keeping up with him through his middle school years and early AAU seasons. His length is one of the most intriguing attributes of any rising freshman, and it allows him to be an extremely impactful defender for his age. Look for him to make his presence felt early in Rock Hill on Sunday. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's not too late to sign up for the <strong>Prep Hoops Carolinas Freshman Showcase</strong>! Come prove yourself against the biggest names in the Carolinas in front of Prep Hoops scouts! Use code&nbsp;<strong>Carolinas26PH25OFF</strong>&nbsp;for 25% off your registration fee today!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://events.prephoops.com/e/2320/register/carolinas-freshman-showcase">https://events.prephoops.com/e/2320/register/carolinas-freshman-showcase</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->