Small sample size but James Ferguson James Ferguson 6'2" | SG Fayetteville Academy | 2028 NC made a case for being one of the most improved players in the state. Coming into the year, I had minimal knowledge of James but that quickly changed this week. For those unfamiliar like I was, he joined the Eagles after two seasons with Freedom Christian. He is an explosive athlete who finishes above the rim at a high clip. When he’s not touching the paint, he knocks down shots consistently from all over the floor.

James opened with an 8-point performance in a win against Riverside Christian. Just over 24 hours later, he exploded for 32 points and 6 rebounds on 61% shooting. With the absence of Christian Baynes, James was phenomenal picking up the slack on both ends of the floor. Prior to his arrival, he only notched two 30-point games in his career. After a 41 (!!!) point performance against PMA at The Hoop State Fireball Classic, James matched that total in just three games into the season.

After being down 20+ points in that game, James helped fuel a comeback and nearly pull off the win. He was able to sink three triples for the second time as well as tally three steals for the third consecutive game. The steady progression is evident from an eye test to a statistic perspective. He’s nearly doubled his point total in two seasons (5 to 14 PPG) and is own pace to double that once again. Mark the name down, it won’t be the last time you hear about James Ferguson James Ferguson 6'2" | SG Fayetteville Academy | 2028 NC .

The Leading scorer for his team with 23 Points on the evening, he found numerous ways to score the ball but truly excels when he is able to use his speed and athletic ability to make plays. He can finish plays above the rim, knock down shots from outside and has a quick first step he uses to get past defenders with ease.

Another new addition to the Eagles squad that looks very comfortable already, he fits right in as another player that can knock down the three-point shot or get out into transition to make plays above the rim. He has a long wingspan which allows him to come up with some deflections and throughout the night he showed some flashes of how good a defender he could potentially be.

As a new addition to the FA Eagles, he’s still finding his way and role on the team but had a solid overall showing on Friday. Another player that has impressive perimeter shooting ability, he excels when he has the opportunity to play in an up-tempo offense.

One of the younger prospects on his team but plays with the confidence of an upperclassmen. He was efficient and consistent, didn’t take many bad shots and was second in scoring on his team with 21 Points.