Nashville Underclassmen All-Stars: 2019-2020
by Andrew Force, Future150 (11:44 PM CT, Wed June 10, 2015)

Nashville, TN (Future150) -- Over the weekend young prospects converged on Nashville, Tennessee to prove they are ready to carry the torch onward. The classes of 2019 and 2020 competed against one another looking to make their names on the national radar.

Class of 2019 and Class of 2020 members competed, with a few exceptional shooters on hand.  

Ronald Davis, 2019 SG, Tennessee: Davis was the best all around player we saw in the 2019 class this past weekend.  There isn't anything he can't do offensively.  He made shot after shot and helped his team win.  His best attribute might be his one and two dribble pull up mid range jumper which deadly.  He handles the ball well enough to play both guard positions and is super smart.  

Holt Bashinsky, 2020 SG, Alabama:  The off guard is a familiar face at Future150 events.  This spring alone he has popped up three times.  Perhaps the most coachable youngster all spring, Bashinsky instantly incorporates the instruction.  His ability to be a knock down shooter from the 3-point line might of been his best attribute. His intensity is good, but he could be even more hungry in pursuit of the ball.  Bashinsky is a team-first player and that is encouraging, but during exposure camps like Future150 it helps to be a little more aggressive in attack. 

Charlie Champagne, 2019 CG, Alabama: Fiery Charlie dashed around the floor.  His finishing in traffic is not fully evolved, but he gets there over and over.  The touch above the rim will come.  It is just encouraging to see how incredibly speedy and devoted Champagne plays.  In high school he will need to put some muscle onto his wiry frame.  This will also help him complete the dazzling slashes he currently makes. He takes home Co-MVP honors for the 2019 class.

Mason Mangum, 2020 PG, Texas: Mangum is a smooth lefty who is extremely crafty with the ball in his hands.  Dont't let his size fool you, he's a die hard competitor that never gives up on a play. His basketball IQ is high and he picks his spots when attacking off the dribble.  If you leave him open he can make the occasional 3-point shot which he continues to develop.  He has some of the better "WOW" plays on the weekend with his tenacious play.  You gotta love how hard he plays the game.

Christian Fields, 2019 SF, Kentucky: Fields is long, lanky and active on both ends of the floor.  He is a great rebounder on both ends especially on the offensive glass.  He made a living on rebound put backs which help his team win games.  His athleticism is sneaky and his length is one of his better attributes at this point in his game.  At times he showed the ability to stretch his shot to 16 ft where he is still working but you can see he has it in him.  Solid and consistent weekend.

Mason Ellison, 2019 SF, Alabama: Ellison’s height and handle instantly make him a commodity worth plucking off the market.  Truthfully he plays as steady as his hair is flamboyant.  Mason hits every uncontested jump shot.  As the event hit the final push, Ellison grew more comfortable.  In fact, he showed that shooting is not his only strength.  Ellison is also a capable slasher.  The mobility of the taller wing suggests he could become elite.

Cade Cunningham, 2019 PG, Kentucky: A week after Noah Cunningham splashed into The Summit Camp’s top ten talents, his younger brother Cade earned this All-Star accolade.  Cunningham is exceedingly coachable.  He runs plays to the exact specifications.  He has no ego, but can score in bunches when called upon.  Cunningham has a nice future ahead of him.

Simmie Jones III, 2019 SG, Mississippi: He probably had the quickest first step of all campers.  Simmie is obviously wonderful in the open floor, but can surprise you with his savvy in tight spaces too.  His agility makes him a potential college player.   As with any player there are some skills that need refining, but Jones III has a great foundation.

Sean Oglesby, 2019 PF, Tennessee: Saturday was a breakout day for Oglesby.  The devoted defense and rebounding of Oglesby make him an impact player.  On the other end he uses his power to get an easier shots for himself.  At this point he is not a slasher in the truest sense.  Rather S.O. operates from 10’ and in.

Jay Hardy, 2020 PF, Tennessee: Hardy was a pleasant surprise.  Already adept with his footwork, Hardy is a bounch combo forward capable of scoring in traffic.  For now position is not that important.  Hardy only needs to keep working on his outside shooting and post moves.  When the time comes he will be recruited for his versatility and length.  He takes home MVP honors for the 2020 class.

Thomas Harper, 2019 PG, Tennessee: Harper made problems via the dribble.  He was quick and dynamic with the basketball.  Harper’s weakness would be outside shooting and moving without the basketball.  Like many of his peers he tends to wait when the ball is away from him.  He rebounds well for his position and defends with energy.

Zane Meeks, 2019 SF, Kansas: The outside shooting of Meeks was incredible Saturday morning and afternoon.  Outside shooting is a specialty for Meeks.  He might have had the greatest self confidence of any camper.  He hit more than his fair share of chucks from outside.  Still he needs to slide his feet on defense.  He does not move as well off the ball as a shooter of his caliber should. 

Spencer Bain, 2020 PG, Kansas: Bain knocked down a three-pointer in the All-Star game to open up his team’s lead.  Bain is very technical.  He handles well and shoots even better.  To reach the college level he definitely needs to get taller and stronger.  Still he clearly has been well trained to this point.

Blake Pruitt, 2019 SG, Tennessee: Pruitt has a quiet game.  He quietly drifts away from his defender and buries the triple.  He quietly contains on defense.  Pruitt uses screens well and opens up the floor with penetrating passes.  Quiet, capable shooters like him can still be impactful.  For instance, Pruitt hit two last minute triples to win the All-Star game.  He floated to the corner for the final dagger.  Help defense from Pruitt needs to improve.  Too often he offers a helping hand and does not slide his feet to truly commit to helping.  He takes home Co-MVP honors for the 2019 class.

Koby Rich, 2019 SG, Arkansas: Rich was one of the more consistent shooters in the entire camp especially on Sunday.  He made big shot after big shot launching bombs and proving that his stroke is no fluke.  He runs the floor well and likes to find his spots for dribble drive and kicks.  He rebounds the ball well from the wing and is a hard worker on defense even though he might not be the fastest kid in the gym.  Mr.Consistent is the title will crown him with after a solid performance.

Donte King, 2019 PG, Georgia: King is a player that every coach wants on the floor due to he is so versatile and just plays hard. Some might say you shouldn't get in an All-Star game based on hustle but he did.  He loves playing defense and is a solid PG that makes all the right passes.  His court vision makes his teammates look good in transition.  A soild performance this past weekend should boost his confidence and help his game take the next step.