Carson is a quick guard who excels at playing at an up-tempo pace. He touches the paint frequently when attacking. He is a threat to score shots off the basketball from beyond the three point line. Carson has no issues seeking out contact when getting to the basket.

Carson brings speed and toughness to the lead guard position for Bishop Ireton, setting the tone with his competitiveness and energy. A true floor general, he does a strong job creating opportunities for teammates and operates as a reliable decision maker in the half court. While he is not the primary scoring option, he is capable of knocking down open perimeter shots when defenses sag or over-help. His quickness, poise, and team-first approach make him a steady presence in the backcourt.

Given Khaliq efficient output (18 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal) against a solid Bethel Academy team,one could argue that Khaliq could burden an even bigger load for this group if needed. However, he still made a lasting impression. Carson showcased a polished, all-around game with the size, feel, and creation instincts. He stood out as their main source of offense but appeared comfortable finding chances as an on or off-ball threat. Carson consistently created for others and scored the ball from all levels. He wreaked havoc defensively to contain his assignment and force turnovers. Carson showed the willingness to rebound and pushed the break effectively in transition. Given his current ability and overall toolkit, it’s easy to see his game continuing to blossom for Bishop Ireton.

Carson is a speedy lead guard who plays with toughness. The senior can create opportunities for teammates, is a reliable decision maker and will not a primary scoring option, he can make open shots from the perimeter.

-Ferocious on-ball defender that prides himself in shutting down opposing guards with explosive quickness in the halfcourt. Carson anticipates crossovers, shots, and passes extremely well by shading his opponents with his hands to collect deflections and steals. Love his motor and energy at both ends of the floor, fully expect college coaches to feel the same way.

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-Carson set the tone early by picking his matchup up fullcourt and didn’t have any letdowns for that energy throughout the rest of the game. Carson timed his opponent’s dribbling cadence perfectly to pick him clean at halfcourt and finish with the reverse on the other side of the rim to avoid the chasedown block. Carson doesn’t gamble often defensively and uses his quickness to force his matchup sideline. Love his vision on his paint touches and as soon as he receives the outlet in transition, always looking to kick ahead to the open man while finishing with a 7-2 assist to turnover ratio on the night. Had a big extension lay in transition around the defense late in the game. He isn’t all the way there yet as a scorer but with the skillbase and intensity, I expect him to be a great 2-way floor general when all is said and done

Khaliq Carson Khaliq Carson 6'0" | PG Bishop Ireton | 2026 State VA doesn’t always get the credit he should on a talented Bishop Ireton squad, but I think he is one of their most important players. He is a fantastic defender and makes life uncomfortable for opposing guards. He is a pest and always keeps his guy in front of him. Khaliq is a tremendous passer, especially when he uses his speed to penetrate. Khaliq can create his shot when asked and is a great all-around player. At DMVlive, I saw him rebound well even being one of the smallest guys on the court. Khaliq is the type of player every program will love at the next level.

Khaliq Carson Khaliq Carson 6'0" | PG Bishop Ireton | 2026 State VA didn’t have a great scoring game against McDonough in Ireton’s first game. Khaliq did everything else in this game. His facilitating, rebounding, and defending were all at a high level. Khaliq was one of the most impactful players on the court, and he only scored 3 points. He finished with 10 rebounds, 7 assists, and 5 steals.