Who’s Hot: NKY Players Making an Impact this AAU Season (Pt. 3)

Seven or even fourteen players wasn't enough to capture the full scope of talent across Northern Kentucky. In two previous lists, we highlighted 14 players and the impact they've made in AAU play so far, but the area's depth doesn't stop there. As impressive as those groups were, there are still plenty more standouts worth recognizing. For a third and final installment, we take a look at another group making noise this AAU season. Here are seven more players from the area:    Jamir has been a major offensive threat thanks to his versatility and ability to score at all three levels. He consistently creates opportunities by using his quickness and change of pace to get past defenders and attack the basket. Jamir plays with a high motor and brings strong energy and effort every time he steps on the floor, which also carries over to the defensive end where he competes at a high level. His intensity and two-way impact allow him to affect the game on both ends of the floor.     Bray continues to showcase his versatile skill set and ability to impact the game in multiple ways. His speed, athleticism, and ball-handling make him a tough matchup, allowing him to consistently get to the basket and finish through contact. He can also knock down shots from both mid-range and beyond the arc. Whether in transition or the half-court, Bray uses his agility, change of pace, and control to create opportunities and make plays.     Hunter's size, strength, and relentless motor make him a major presence on the floor. Defensively, he uses his length and footwork well to stay in front of opponents, contest shots, and make things difficult for opposing scorers. On the offensive end, his effort level stands out as he runs the floor hard in transition, fills gaps, and spaces effectively, consistently putting himself in position to create quality scoring opportunities. He also shows good awareness without the ball, which helps him stay active and impactful within the flow of the game.     Cole has had a strong AAU season, consistently doing the little things that translate to winning. He can score from inside or beyond the arc and also create for teammates, showing comfort in multiple roles depending on what his team needs. His production shows up across the board, scoring, assists, and hustle plays, while his effort remains steady on both ends of the floor. Cole's value also comes from his awareness and willingness to make the right play, as he doesn't force action and instead keeps the offense flowing, helping control the tempo and maintain efficiency. Whether scoring, passing, or making effort plays, he finds ways to impact the game.     Tatum Thornberry opened his AAU season at the Buckeye Classic with consistent scoring performances of 13 and 10 points, averaging nearly 10 points across the event. At the Adidas Spring Stripes, Thornberry posted a 20-point outing and later added another 20-point performance at the Grassroots Showdown. Perhaps his most complete showing came at the MYT Memorial Day Classic, where he averaged 15 points while also turning in two 22-point games.     Rylan Baker has been filling up the scoring column while showing consistent range from beyond the arc. At the MYT Memorial Day Classic, Baker caught fire from deep, knocking down six threes in one game, and earlier in a runner-up finish at the Adidas Spring Stripes, he delivered a 22-point performance that included another six three-pointers. His best stretch came at the Next In The Nati, where he averaged 17 points over five games, including a 27-point explosion in which he went 7-for-8 from deep.     Cooper has performed well in championship game settings throughout the AAU season. At the Take Flight Showcase, his team finished runner-up, and he contributed 10 points in the title game. He later added 12 points in another runner-up finish at the Adidas Spring Stripes, where he also averaged around 11 points per game throughout the tournament. In two championship victories, Cooper posted 14 points in one and 11 points in the other, showing consistency in high-pressure moments.

Seven or even fourteen players wasn't enough to capture the full scope of talent across Northern Kentucky. In two previous lists, we highlighted 14 players and the impact they've made in AAU play so far, but the area's depth doesn't stop there. As impressive as those groups were, there are still plenty more standouts worth recognizing. For a third and final installment, we take a look at another group making noise this AAU season. Here are seven more players from the area: