I expect North Augusta’s Tristan Anderson-Edmond Tristan Anderson-Edmond 6'3" | CG/SG North Augusta | 2027 State SC to be one of the top scorers in the state this season. He was a winning piece for them in their State-Championship run last year, but now, as the #1 guy, it’s been clear to see the talent he has. That was exactly what he showed in a matchup with Hickory Ridge (NC) on Saturday, as he ran the show with efficient three-level scoring. Tristan got going with a pair of early catch-and-shoot threes before his first-step quickness and at-rim athleticism helped him get more buckets all over the floor. Anderson-Edmond finished with 22 points on 4-5 3FG.

Switching over to round two, night two, Tristan Anderson-Edmond Tristan Anderson-Edmond 6'3" | CG/SG North Augusta | 2027 State SC had a huge game for North Augusta to help them grind out a 71-61 win over fifth-seeded Crestwood. Tristan filled up the box score, putting up 14 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block, but he really seemed to be at his best when his team really needed it. He was a key part of an early run, getting a couple of quick baskets in transition, and was just as important late in the game with crucial offensive and defensive rebounds as the Yellow Jackets battled to prevent extra possessions for Crestwood and early some for themselves. That is exactly the type of style this North Augusta team needs to win, and the addition of Anderson-Edmond to this group has worked seamlessly.

Rounding out my Saturday Standouts list is Tristan Anderson-Edmond Tristan Anderson-Edmond 6'3" | CG/SG North Augusta | 2027 State SC , a new name to the Palmetto State who is now at North Augusta. Tristan’s size, speed, and playmaking fit in well with his new team and he did a lot of things to help them without hitting shots in the matchup with Sumter. Anderson-Edmond can beat defenders off the dribble, penetrate the paint, and find open shooters or bigs. He also cuts well off the ball and is athletic enough to be a lob threat. Tristan put up 9 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists in the close loss.

6’2 6’2 6'2" Friendswood | 2026 TX ” Tristan Anderson-Edmond was a floor general with an instinctive basketball IQ. He was a good decision-maker with the ball in hand, showing the wherewithal to push the pace after defensive stops. His feel for the game allowed him to set up his teammates off the dribble, and he consistently made good shot selections, often taking what the defense gave him to get open jumpers or clean looks. Tristan handled the ball with intention, maintaining a tight dribble in all situations. Tristan orchestrated the offense and set up teammates with his deceptive penetration, making quick decisions after touching the paint. Whether it was dropping it off to a backdoor cutter, hitting the corner guy when he saw the tag-man, or going up with a tough layup, Tristan showed the ability to score through contact.