A-Town Showdown 17U GameChangers: Top Performers

A monster to deal with in the paint, Ikemba overwhelmed most opponents with his size and strength. The Texas Takeover big man lived on the offensive glass and was able to score on post ups. He looked nimble as a ball handler, attacking the rim for drive and kick opportunities. Otuonye was a GameChanger every time he stepped foot on the floor.

High IQ? Check. Skilled? Check. Clutch? Check. Cy Hardy Cy Hardy 6’0″ | PG Northside | 2025 State VA , a 2025 playing up in 17U, put on a show with his sharpshooting. He scorched the nets from deep and was automatic from the foul line when it mattered most. Hardy’s poise and knack for making plays down the stretch made him the ultimate GameChanger.

One of the tournament’s best shooters was none other than Andrew Lavigne Andrew Lavigne 6’2″ | SG South Paulding | 2024 State GA . Lucha drilled seven threes in a two-game span before leaving the finale early with a jaw injury. When Andrew is aggressive, he’s a threat to score from all over the floor. His athleticism can catch opponents off guard with how he elevates to the rim. He is also a competent offensive rebounder that likes to sneak in for tip backs. The three-level scorer is a GameChanger with his offensive firepower.

Consistency matters. Landon brought his hard hat game in and game out for Metro Elite. He proved to be one of the event’s top rebounders, flirting with double-doubles daily. Dolhancyk has really grown as a ball handler. He excels at clearing rebounds and pushing coast-to-coast where he finishes through contact. Landon’s toughness makes him a GameChanger.

Marvin Warren led the A-Town Showdown in highlight dunks, catching alley oops and punching on defenders when finishing slashes to the rim. The Memphis Blazers were energized by his effort, not only offensively but with his physicality on the backboards. Warren was a GameChanger with his exciting style of play.

Possibly the toughest cover in all of the event, Jay’Quan Nelson Jay’Quan Nelson 6’0″ | CG Alexander | 2023 State GA piled in points, continuing his barrage after helping Alexander to a state championship. The unsigned senior is a devastating scorer especially in isolation settings. He’s a smooth bucket getter and a GameChanger once he catches fire.

Grace knocked down tough shots on the perimeter, using his jump shot and a slick handle to free himself. He’s a good athlete that will provide production on both sides of the ball. Ryan emerged as a GameChanger as he showcased a deep offensive bag.