Newkirk had some of his best games as a Bengal this week as Greensboro Day went 2-1 on the week. He led the team with 22 points in a loss to Southern Durham yesterday, and had 16 in an earlier win this week over NRCA. He’s a super well rounded player that is comfortable taking threes as well as scoring around the rim, but his competitiveness and ability to be coached is what stands out with him. He plays hard, seems to always be in the right spots, and just executes with maturity. He’s poised to continue his impressive play.

Another prospect out of Greensboro Day is class of 2025 small forward  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  . With veteran leadership and experience a cornerstone of Bengals head coach Freddy Johnsons’ coaching philosophy, we’ve seen  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  ‘s game slowly ascend. Newkirk is currently the 67th-ranked prospect in the state and has started to gain big-time recognition on the grassroots and high school scene. Ahead of his junior season with Greensboro Day, let’s break down what makes this guy special.

At 6″6′,  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  has a physical presence on the court that can not be overlooked. He’s got size, length, and athleticism in every facet of his game. He moves well, has great footwork, and has control of his body. Newkirk is a disciplined wing who uses his size to his advantage. He is a scoring threat on all three levels. He’s a crafty downhill driver, can knock down contest shots on the perimeter, and has developed a consistent ball from behind the arc. He’s got the size to go to work down low and the ball handling and shot-making ability to cause problems in the open court. Newkirk is a dynamic scorer who is a versatile threat.

All six-foot-six of Newkirk shows up on the defensive end of the floor. He’s got the size to protect the paint and the speed to apply pressure on the ball. Newkirk’s athleticism and get-after-it mentality are at the forefront of his defensive abilities. He can get up and grab rebounds and push the pace in transition, turning effort on the boards into an easy two points.

As  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  enters his junior season with Greensboro Day, expect him to have a prevalent role in the Bengal’s offense. 2023-2024 will be a big year for Newkirk, and he’s got the right pieces around him to take command.

Another prospect out of Greensboro Day is class of 2025 small forward  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  . With veteran leadership and experience a cornerstone of Bengals head coach Freddy Johnsons’ coaching philosophy, we’ve seen  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  ‘s game slowly ascend. Newkirk is currently the 67th-ranked prospect in the state and has started to gain big-time recognition on the grassroots and high school scene. Ahead of his junior season with Greensboro Day, let’s break down what makes this guy special.

At 6″6′,  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  has a physical presence on the court that can not be overlooked. He’s got size, length, and athleticism in every facet of his game. He moves well, has great footwork, and has control of his body. Newkirk is a disciplined wing who uses his size to his advantage. He is a scoring threat on all three levels. He’s a crafty downhill driver, can knock down contest shots on the perimeter, and has developed a consistent ball from behind the arc. He’s got the size to go to work down low and the ball handling and shot-making ability to cause problems in the open court. Newkirk is a dynamic scorer who is a versatile threat.

All six-foot-six of Newkirk shows up on the defensive end of the floor. He’s got the size to protect the paint and the speed to apply pressure on the ball. Newkirk’s athleticism and get-after-it mentality are at the forefront of his defensive abilities. He can get up and grab rebounds and push the pace in transition, turning effort on the boards into an easy two points.

As  Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC  enters his junior season with Greensboro Day, expect him to have a prevalent role in the Bengal’s offense. 2023-2024 will be a big year for Newkirk, and he’s got the right pieces around him to take command.

Another prospect out of Greensboro Day is class of 2025 small forward Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC . With veteran leadership and experience a cornerstone of Bengals head coach Freddy Johnsons’ coaching philosophy, we’ve seen Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC ‘s game slowly ascend. Newkirk is currently the 67th-ranked prospect in the state and has started to gain big-time recognition on the grassroots and high school scene. Ahead of his junior season with Greensboro Day, let’s break down what makes this guy special.

At 6″6′, Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC has a physical presence on the court that can not be overlooked. He’s got size, length, and athleticism in every facet of his game. He moves well, has great footwork, and has control of his body. Newkirk is a disciplined wing who uses his size to his advantage. He is a scoring threat on all three levels. He’s a crafty downhill driver, can knock down contest shots on the perimeter, and has developed a consistent ball from behind the arc. He’s got the size to go to work down low and the ball handling and shot-making ability to cause problems in the open court. Newkirk is a dynamic scorer who is a versatile threat.

All six-foot-six of Newkirk shows up on the defensive end of the floor. He’s got the size to protect the paint and the speed to apply pressure on the ball. Newkirk’s athleticism and get-after-it mentality are at the forefront of his defensive abilities. He can get up and grab rebounds and push the pace in transition, turning effort on the boards into an easy two points.

As Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC enters his junior season with Greensboro Day, expect him to have a prevalent role in the Bengal’s offense. 2023-2024 will be a big year for Newkirk, and he’s got the right pieces around him to take command.

Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC is due for a big leap in the Greensboro Day School rotation as he continues to develop with Team Legend on the Independent grassroots scene. He’s an intriguing prospect at 6-foot-6 that’s shown he can operate on the wing and in the paint given his length at 6-foot-6. He plays with a ton of energy on the hardwood given his IQ for playmaking and rebounding the ball. He’ll be one to continue to track moving from the Watch List into the 67th spot in the latest rankings update.

Sticking with Greensboro Day, another intriguing prospect on this roster is class of 2025 combo guard Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC . While Newkirk did not have as much of a consistent offensive presence as many expected, he showed flashes of his ability to make big-time plays that accounted for big-time buckets. Newkirk is one of the most lethal scoring threats in the class of 2025. He has got a multitude of offensive weapons in his arsenal that can be taken out when the time is right. He attacks the basket with purpose, has proven he can make big-time finishes in the lane, and consistently shoots a great ball from deep. At 6’5″, Newkirk can get to his spots and let it fly. He’s got a high release that accounts for a deadly step back, crafty off the dribble, and has a nice handle that creates space for himself and his teammates. With a highly anticipated grassroots season for Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC , expect this guy to take that next step going into his Junior year. Newkirk’s moment is here, and trust me, he’s ready for it.

As a role player on a state-champion Greensboro Day squad, sophomore Addison Newkirk Addison Newkirk 6'6" | SF Greensboro Day | 2025 State NC did not have the opportunity to take command of the offense for the Bengals in 2022-2023. That doesn’t mean the kid can’t play. And with some key departures leaving the program, Newkirk will have that opportunity. Newkirk’s approach to 2022-2023 showed a ton of maturity for a really talented up-and-coming prospect. His commitment to the process of Bengal Basketball and his trust in the coaching staff will pay off next season when he is one of this team’s go-to bucket-getters. Although listed as 6’3″, I would argue this guy is pushing 6’5″. And that’s a big deal because this kid is one of the best shooters I’ve seen all season. Has proven he can knock down big-time shots from the perimeter and shoots exceptionally well from three. Has a high release that accounts for an almost impossible-to-defend step-back three. Knows how to get to his spots. Great court vision and basketball I.Q. Really tough defender. Plays an in-your-face, scrappy style of defense that is one of the staples of this Greensboro Day program. Expect Newkirk to take a leap as he gets comfortable in his new role as one of the primary scorers in his junior season at Greensboro Day.