Byrd led Cristo Rey in scoring in both games as it finished the day 2-0, including an impressive victory over Archbishop Carroll. His ability to create his own offense off the dribble while also setting up teammates makes him an ideal backcourt partner for a variety of guards. Byrd delivered several important baskets throughout the day and proved to be a deceptively effective defender despite his slender frame.

I found out during his games for K-Low Elite that Byrd is most effective when creating out of the paint for his teammates. His drive and dish ability is unmatched, and he uses a combo of quick and shifty dribble moves to keep defenders off balance and guessing. An underrated 6’3 guard with a strong frame allows Jayvon to score undeterred in the paint through contact and he has a smooth touch from deep on his three point shot.

Byrd impressed throughout the weekend with his polished offensive arsenal and ability to put points on the board in a variety of ways. He proved to be a legitimate deadeye from the perimeter, consistently making defenses pay whenever they gave him space. What stood out was his patience and feel for the game, as he allowed the action to come to him rather than forcing shots, yet still provided a significant scoring burst for Cristo Rey with his shot-making ability. Byrd also showed toughness when attacking the basket, finishing through contact and converting difficult scoring opportunities in traffic. With his combination of perimeter shooting, scoring instincts, and overall offensive versatility, Byrd is a prospect who should continue to attract attention from division one programs.

Another of several sophomores playing key roles for a new-look Cristo Rey group, Byrd helped get the Blue Pride started with a strong opening half while showing positive signs of overall growth in his game. Byrd scored 9 of his 10 points before the break, knocking down a 3 early on before using a poised handle and mature pace to probe into the lane and finish with touch. He looks to have tacked on an inch or two to his frame and continues to come into his own from a physical and athletic standpoint. We’ll look to see him continue to grow into more of a floor leader but Byrd’s skill level and emerging physical tools should have him firmly on D1 radars moving forward.

Byrd mans much of the on-ball duties for this Cristo Rey group and is effective at keeping pressure on the defense at all times. Whether he was pushing the tempo off misses, processing advantages in the half court for others, or calling his own number with his burst and wiggle, you feel the impact that he has on the game for his team. It ultimately helped Cristo Rey to their bracket championship victory. Byrd put up 17.5 points per game in the two showings and while he struggled to find his rhythm from deep, did an nice job of attacking the rim and visiting the charity stripe where he converted with efficiency. The command in which he controls tempo and his team overall seems to have improved since last season.

The 2024-25 season was a monster year for Byrd as averaged 12 points per night, pushed West Catholic to the 3A state title and was a 3rd Team All-PCL selection. He is one of most accurate 3-point shooters in the state (57 3PM; 38% on 3PAs). Plus, Byrd owns a filthy dribble drive scoring and distributing skill set. This week Byrd announced that he is departing West Catholic, transferring to Cristo Rey, and reclassing into the 2028 graduate year.

One of just four sophomores to be named All-PCL this past season, Byrd really came on down the stretch of the year, capping his season with a buzzer-beating 3 to win the state semifinals before scoring 20 points in the Burrs’ state championship victory. His growth as a lead guard figured to be a key development for a young West Catholic group that’s experienced its collective growing pains over the past couple years. Instead, he’ll jump from the PCL over to the PAISAA ranks, joining three-time defending Penn-Jersey champions Cristo Rey and repeating his sophomore year in the process. Byrd immediately becomes one of the premier guards in the area’s 2028 class, with West turning to returner Eric Scott Eric Scott 5'10" | PG Life Center Academy | 2028 State NJ to take on an even heavier playmaking load in his absence.

Byrd was a fun guard to watch, displaying creativity, craftiness, handles, and scoring capabilities on the court. He was a driving force for his team throughout the two games I watched, doing a great job in creating and penetrating, mixing it up offensively as a scorer, showcasing his ability to get by/around defenders, and being a playmaker for others. Looked comfortable being a shot-maker if it was needed.

21 to 16…In 2024-25 Byrd (12 ppg.; 3^rd Team All-PCL) continued to solidify his reputation as one of most accurate 3-point shooters in the state by draining 57 triples on the season while shooting 38% from behind thar arc. However, it was his improved off the dribble scoring and distributing skills that moved Byrd up our rankings. This season Byrd attacked the paint more frequently for lay-ins and floaters. He also proved that he could get paint touches and then execute kick outs or drop a pass to the dunker spot. Byrd also thrived at pushing the rock in transition and then delivering live dribble dimes to teammates. His ability to pass out of double teams was impressive too. Byrd’s more well-rounded skill set pushed West Catholic to the 3A State title. Byrd dropped 20 points (2 3PM) in that 3A championship game victory.