Caden is a high-level athlete whose game fits Phelps’ desire to get out and attack. At 6’5”, he brings positional size to the backcourt and is particularly effective in transition, where his athletic tools can put pressure on a retreating defense. His defensive impact will also be a key to helping the team play the way Coach Spece desire. He gives Phelps a big guard who can help establish the physical, competitive tone Coach Spece wants on both ends of the floor. The Cornell commit’s immediate value comes through his ability to defend and thrive in the open floor. Phelps will need those strengths working together: defensive stops that create running opportunities, followed by purposeful transition attacks. He has the tools to influence the game without requiring every possession to begin with the ball in his hands.

Ivery got better as the game progressed against Calvert Hall, becoming increasingly assertive whenever his team needed a basket. The big guard knows how to get downhill and is a reliable finisher once he reaches the lane. His passing and vision continue to stand out as well. With plenty of scoring options surrounding him, those playmaking instincts should remain on display throughout the season.

One of the top athletes and defenders on the MHC, Ivery was getting after it defensively as the rising senior wing was bothering ball handlers with his on ball activity. In the open court, Ivery is a blur with the ball in his hands and can get to the paint whenever he wants when getting a head of steam going to the rim. It’s so impressive watching Ivery turn on the jets in the open court and that usually ends in a dunk or two shots at the foul line. Ivery had an impressive game and even left a handful of points at the rim. The lefty shooter prefers his right hand at the rim and could’ve finished with even more points in a statement win for Nj Beasts over WM Premier.

Circling back with his Beasts group after a successful June on the scholastic circuit, Ivery showed signs of continuing to build momentum heading into a critical few weeks for his recruitment. The Swiss-army guard was critical to a narrow win on both ends of the floor, showing the breadth of his two-way contributions toward winning. He came out aggressive using his quickness and long strides to attack the paint for twisting, athletic finishes using either hand. The Ohio native was a lynchpin of the Beasts’ switching defense, showing his ability to move his feet while bothering guards with his length or switch onto bigs to put up a fight inside despite a lack of evident bulk. He would help punctuate the win with a confident catch-and-shoot 3, a key development that coaches will be looking to track throughout the month, before a hammer dunk in transition to add the exclamation point. Coaches up to the high-major level will be tracking Ivery throughout the month.

Ivery turned in a strong performance, impacting the game with his balanced two-way skill set and overall versatility. He is comfortable putting the ball on the deck and going coast-to-coast, using his speed and athleticism to get downhill and put pressure on opposing defenses. Ivery showed the ability to create for both himself and his teammates, consistently making the right read and keeping the offense flowing. He contributed on the glass as well, coming up with several rebounds and helping his team finish possessions. From the perimeter, he proved to be a capable shooter by knocking down a three-pointer, while his aggressive mentality also allowed him to seek out contact and earn trips to the foul line. Defensively, his versatility stands out, as he can comfortably guard multiple positions and make plays all over the floor. One of the more impressive aspects of his game is his ability to attack the baseline and fire passes to open shooters on the perimeter, showing strong vision and unselfishness. He keeps the ball moving and never allows it to stick in his hands. With his athleticism, playmaking ability, defensive versatility, and winning approach, Ivery is a prospect that mid-major programs should be prioritizing if they are looking for an athletic guard who impacts the game in a variety of ways.

Ivery might have the most potential of anyone I saw at yesterday’s New England Clash. The 6-foot-4 combo-guard can handle the ball and shoot it from the outside, but he really excels as a driver and finisher at the rim. The ambidextrous junior elevates super well at the hoop, and he takes contact effectively and effortlessly. He can finish quite comfortably with both hands, but he also makes some finesse moves in the paint when bigger defenders present themselves. Even if Ivery doesn’t grow or get stronger, scholarship schools should be intrigued by his size and athleticism at the guard/wing position.

Hitting the ground running as part of a talent-laden young core at Phelps, Ivery has clearly established himself among the upper echelon of prospects statewide. A rangy southpaw by way of Columbus Academy (OH), he stands out with his versatility and overall feel for the game while filling in gaps for the Lions across the positional spectrum on either end of the floor. Ivery plays with a poise and composure that can’t be taught while blossoming into a high-level athlete in open space with burgeoning strength throughout his wiry frame. One of the younger members of the 2027 class, he still boasts a considerable long-term upside while showing he can already be a productive factor toward winning basketball.

A native of Ohio, Ivery has emerged in his first year at Phelps as a consistent tertiary scorer and playmaker alongside star seniors Xavier Blake Xavier Blake 6'4" | CG/SG The Phelps School | 2026 State PA (Hofstra) and Jahrel Vigo Jahrel Vigo 6'1" | CG The Phelps School | 2026 State PA plus a talented cadre of underclassmen. The lefty wing guard excels at filling in gaps on both ends of the floor, operating across the positional spectrum with high-level feel for the game and easily projectable physical tools. He’s proven to be a dynamic slasher both in the halfcourt and transition, with a jump shot that’s more consistent than expected given his unorthodox mechanics. With on-ball potential left to tap into moving forward, Ivery could emerge as a high-major prospect with steady development over the next year.

Phelps is relying heavily this year on a core of sophomores, putting extra onus on the few upperclassmen in the rotation to carry a heavy load and bring a measure of consistency on a game-to-game basis. Ivery has routinely answered the bell, slotting in smoothly to a high-octane attack with his blend of positional size, blossoming athleticism, and a strikingly natural feel for the game. The Ohio native and Columbus Academy transfer thrives in a Swiss-army utility role, filling in gaps in the halfcourt or transition as a reliable floor-spacer, dynamic slasher, and smart connective ball-mover. He’s stronger than his slender frame gives off and is really coming into his own athletically as a finisher around the rim. There’s a clear path to high-major status for the jumbo guard if he can show an added on-ball dimension or grow into an even more dangerous perimeter shooting threat.

Ivery popped off the bench and made an instant impact, helping blow open what was a back-and-forth game in the opening minutes into a 20-point lead before halftime. A slender southpaw scoring guard, he was a consistent force causing turnovers and working toward the rim in transition, bouncing off contact and showing burgeoning athleticism as a finisher while also knocking down all 10 of his free throw attempts. The native of Ohio stood out with his poised decisionmaking in a game that got a bit hectic for stretches. He also flashed ability to space the floor out to the perimeter, showing a soft touch despite unorthodox mechanics on his shot. Ivery has already drawn recruitment at the mid and high major levels, with the potential to reclass back to 2028 as well should he desire more time to develop before college.