adidas Gold West Regional Recap

Alexander Birsan, Amari Woodard, Carson Pike, Jerry Stokes, Kavan Bowden, Keone Gates, Kyree Harder & Samuel Newmeyer Lead Top Performers Across Arizona, NorCal & SoCal (17U–15U)

April 2026

The adidas Gold West Regionals across Arizona, Northern California, and Southern California delivered a deep pool of talent across all age groups. 

Below is a full breakdown of Outstanding Performers

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17U SoCal – Outstanding Performers

  • Alexander Birsan (Drive Basketball) — 22.8 PPG | 8.0 REB | 3.5 AST

Talented 6’7 wing with clear three-level scoring ability and the size to create matchup problems. Can space the floor, score inside, and make plays for others. Productive volume scorer with a good motor, passing feel, and the length to impact multiple areas of the game. 

  • Andre George (CA Gold) — 18.3 PPG
  • Asher Spence (LA Select) — 21.5 PPG | 5.0 REB | 3.0 AST
  • Fabian Ruiz (Coastal Elite) — 20.3 PPG | 2.3 AST
  • Isaiah Benn (4S Elite) — 12.5 PPG | 4.8 REB
  • Jack Levey (VC Elite) — 22.3 PPG | 3.0 AST
  • Jerry Stokes (San Diego All Stars) — 28.5 PPG | 2.8 AST

Skilled guard with a strong feel and poise as a ball handler. Uses change of pace and footwork to create separation, consistently getting into the paint or generating space for his jumper. Comfortable operating with the ball, showing control and balance while creating offense. Has an explosive element, but stays measured and efficient in his approach. 

  • Justin McKinney (TWE Basketball) — 17.8 PPG | 7.8 REB
  • Kavan Bowden (7 Days) — 30.8 PPG | 5.0 REB

Talented 6’3 guard with explosive athleticism and clear scoring instincts. Thrives in transition, finishing above the rim, and capable of scoring in bunches. Confident shooter with range and a strong feel for the game that shows in his decision-making. 

  • Saxon Young (Salt Lake Rebels) — 24.3 PPG | 5.8 AST | 3.3 STL

Other Notables

Bahati Langford (LA Select), Christian Wilson (CA Gold), Daeron Bankett (San Diego All Stars), Dylan Michelini-Jackson (VC Elite), Gary Ferguson (Drive Basketball), Jack Meyer (Coastal Elite), Kashus Daley (7 Days), Maximus Goettsche (Salt Lake Rebels), Myles Mittelsteadt (4S Elite), Nehemiah Miller (TWE Basketball)

17U Arizona – Outstanding Performers

  • Boie Gomo (Arizona Grassroots) — 18.0 PPG
  • Calvin McCrory (PHX Runnin’ Rebels) — 9.8 PPG
  • Carmelo Mason (TruGame) — 22.0 PPG
  • Douglas Sweatt (AZ Gremlins) — 14.5 PPG | 4.5 REB
  • Justin E Johnson (Arizona UH Elite) — 15.0 PPG | 6.5 REB
  • Kade Adderley (ITZ United) — 16.8 PPG | 5.5 REB
  • Keone Gates (Oregon Triple) — 27.5 PPG | 4.5 REB

Talented guard with one of the top shooting strokes at the event. Consistent threat from deep with the ability to get hot quickly. Uses crafty ball handling to create space and keep defenders off balance. Operates well out of pick-and-roll, making the right reads and finding open teammates. 

  • Kyree Harder (O3 Elite) — 20.3 PPG | 4.8 REB | 2.8 AST

Talented lead guard with a polished offensive game and strong feel as a decision-maker. Dangerous shooting threat who can knock down threes off the catch or pull-up, and capable of heating up quickly as a scorer. Sees the floor well, makes sharp passing reads, and shows control finishing inside with floaters and soft touch. 

  • Peyton Lubash (Arizona UH Elite) — 15.5 PPG | 2.5 AST
  • Trenton Bantock (Hardwood Evolution) — 19.5 PPG | 6.8 REB

17U NorCal – Outstanding Performers

  • Amari Woodard (NorCal Prep) — 12.8 PPG

Talented 6’3 shooter with a lanky frame and aggressive scoring mindset from the perimeter. Confident and accurate from deep, consistently knocking down shots off the catch and hitting big-time threes throughout the event. Shows touch inside with floaters and uses hesitations effectively to keep defenders off balance. Productive in transition with developing playmaking ability. 

  • Anthony Taylor (Sacramento Yellow Jackets) — 15.3 PPG
  • Carson Pike (Montana Prolific) — 16.0 PPG

Talented guard who brings confidence and composure in high-pressure moments. Dangerous perimeter threat who spaces the floor and can knock down shots consistently. Operates effectively as a secondary ball-handler, making smart reads and contributing as a playmaker. 

  • Cooper Harris (Utah Valley Prime) — 12.8 PPG
  • David Isola (707 Premier Prescott) — 14.7 PPG
  • Jake Hudkins (San Jose Spartans) — 14.3 PPG
  • Malachi Hollingsworth (NorCal Pharaohs) — 16.0 PPG
  • Ronin Naihe (Kekela) — 14.3 PPG | 2.5 AST
  • Ronnie Wiggins (NW Greyhounds) — 10.3 PPG
  • Samuel Newmeyer (Bay City Warriors) — 18.0 PPG

Talented 6’4 guard/wing with a strong blend of shot-making and control. High-level perimeter shooter who consistently stretches the floor and produces from deep. Moves well without the ball, finding gaps with timely cuts and finishing plays. Uses his frame and strength to create advantages against smaller defenders. 

Other Notables

Aden Donnelly (NorCal Prep), Amir Kendrick (NorCal Pharaohs), Bryce Smith-Keeney (Sacramento Yellow Jackets), Caiden Jackson (NW Greyhounds), Ezra Rielly (Utah Valley Prime), Isaiah Price (707 Premier Prescott), Royce Pennington (Montana Prolific), Tai Zimmerman (San Jose Spartans), Temond Gamble (NW Greyhounds), Zion Woods (Bay City Warriors)

16U SoCal – Outstanding Performers

  • Aiden Tate (Lee Sports Group) — 18.3 PPG | 5.8 REB
  • Arthur Minton III (Gamepoint Elite) — 18.5 PPG | 5.3 REB
  • Braeden Baker (Colorado Magic) — 14.5 PPG | 10.8 REB
  • Cole Klaumann (Salt Lake Rebels) — 11.8 PPG | 8.3 REB
  • Juliayn Patterson (VC Elite) — 19.5 PPG | 3.0 AST
  • Landon McMorris (CA Gold) — 21.8 PPG
  • Lucas Schoenecker (AllStorm Elite) — 18.3 PPG | 6.8 REB | 3.8 AST
  • Lucky Davis (San Diego All Stars) — 22.8 PPG | 4.5 AST | 3.3 STL
  • Marvin Jo Reyes (Drive Basketball) — 21.8 PPG | 4.3 REB | 3.8 AST
  • Tyler D Johnson (4S Elite) — 12.3 PPG | 7.0 REB | 3.5 BLK

Other Notables

Bishop Thompkins (Lee Sports Group), Cameron Palmer (Gamepoint Elite), Cason Davis (Colorado Magic), Columbus Palmer (Gamepoint Elite), Jaxon Coduti (Salt Lake Rebels), Jericho Labrador (VC Elite), King Burris (CA Gold), Moustapha Lo (AllStorm Elite), Terrence Buckhalter (San Diego All Stars), Xavier Esparza (Drive Basketball)

16U Arizona – Outstanding Performers

  • Ari Dorst (Tru Colorado) — 12.5 PPG | 4.5 REB
  • Ashton Ries (AZ Gremlins) — 18.0 PPG | 5.5 REB
  • Austin Turner (Arizona UH Elite) — 15.0 PPG | 4.3 REB
  • Daylen Holt (TruNM) — 23.5 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • Jackson Ainsworth (TruGame) — 18.0 PPG | 3.8 REB | 2.5 AST
  • Jakarri Ellis (ITZ United) — 18.0 PPG | 4.0 REB | 2.8 AST
  • Jaysun Mims (Crafted Basketball) — 12.0 PPG
  • Jordan Riggs (ITZ United) — 14.3 PPG | 3.8 REB
  • Max McClain (PHX Runnin’ Rebels) — 14.8 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • Taylan Owens (United Skills Academy) — 22.3 PPG

16U NorCal – Outstanding Performers

  • Bryn Cooper (Triple Threat Athletics) — 22.7 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • CJ Edwards (Team Right Now) — 22.8 PPG | 3.0 STL
  • Dante Hernandez (NW Greyhounds) — 15.5 PPG | 3.0 AST
  • Donovan Hayes (Sacramento Yellow Jackets) — 15.3 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • James Norton (Utah Valley Prime) — 21.3 PPG | 2.0 AST | 3.0 STL
  • Jayden Richardson (NorCal Prep) — 17.3 PPG | 5.5 REB
  • Julian Cain (NorCal Prep) — 16.0 PPG
  • Maleki Sims (Team Right Now) — 15.3 PPG | 2.5 AST
  • Noah Logan (LA Select) — 24.8 PPG
  • Owen Pope (AZ Storm) — 16.8 PPG

16U NorCal – Notables

Alejandro Barajas (Triple Threat Athletics), Diego Duldulao (Team Right Now), Drew Haman (NW Greyhounds), Giovanni Butler (Sacramento Yellow Jackets), Isaac Devlin (Utah Valley Prime), Kamani Alexander (NorCal Prep), Kingston Ng (NorCal Prep), Sebastian Ondoua (AZ Storm), Triston Plowman (LA Select), Tyler Marlow (AZ Storm)

15U SoCal – Outstanding Performers

  • Cooper Janis (Coastal Elite) — 15.3 PPG
  • Caden Fernandez (Always Family (CA)) — 14.8 PPG | 5.8 REB
  • Cayden Broomes (TWE Basketball (TX)) — 15.0 PPG | 4.0 REB | 2.0 AST
  • Darius Johnson (7 Days (CA)) — 14.8 PPG | 2.5 AST
  • David Torres Jr. (Corona Nation) — 22.3 PPG
  • Kahua Benton (Kekela) — 16.0 PPG | 4.3 REB | 2.3 AST
  • Kyle O’Connor Jr. (4S Elite) — 23.5 PPG
  • Marquis Blue (CA Gold) — 17.3 PPG | 5.3 REB
  • Romeo Flores (San Diego All Stars) — 20.5 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • Vidak Nikolic (Drive Basketball (CAN)) — 11.5 PPG

Other Notables

Anthony Uzondu (YouBall), Casey Suell (Always Family), Christian Silva (CA Gold), Deon Styles (7 Days), Evan Grady (SoCal Supreme), Hayden Salter (Coastal Elite), Joel Richards-Jones (San Diego All Stars), Josiah Phillips (4S Elite), Keaton Hult (Drive Basketball), Micah Brown (Kekela)

15U Arizona – Outstanding Performers

  • Brycen Thacker (Tru Colorado) — 12.8 PPG
  • Cooper Lewis (ITZ United) — 10.7 PPG | 5.7 REB
  • Ezekiel “Zeke” Lealaisalanoa (TruGame) — 18.8 PPG
  • Khaleal Brown (Arizona UH Elite) — 14.0 PPG
  • Kentrell King II (Arizona UH Elite) — 12.3 PPG
  • Landon Epeneter (ITZ United) — 15.0 PPG | 5.3 REB
  • Madox Hodges (ITZ United) — 12.3 PPG
  • Noah Campos (Arizona Grassroots) — 12.5 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • Ryan Sterling (Dallas Longhorns) — 16.0 PPG

Von Herzog (PHX Runnin’ Rebels) — 13.0 PPG

15U NorCal – Outstanding Performers

  • Bryan Nunez (A-Train Magic) — 15.5 PPG | 3.3 REB
  • Carmelo Soberanes (Lakeshow Khoo) — 12.8 PPG
  • Cash Rogers (AZ Storm) — 15.5 PPG
  • Elijah Powell (Team Right Now) — 15.3 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • Emerson Hummel (Bay City Warriors) — 10.8 PPG
  • Jordan Price (Evolve Performance) — 27.8 PPG | 5.3 REB
  • Masai Teague (Team Berry) — 14.5 PPG
  • Matteo Martinelli (Lakeshow Crawley) — 15.5 PPG | 4.0 REB
  • Rudy Lopez (H2G) — 18.5 PPG | 5.3 REB
  • Tyler Rhodes (AZ Storm) — 16.0 PPG

Other Notables

Avi Taylor (Evolve Performance), Brody Knollmiller (A-Train Magic), Camden Brice (AZ Storm), Damari Sawall (Team Right Now), Felix Hagemann (Lakeshow Crawley), Isaiah McFarlane (Team Berry), Joah Bell (Bay City Warriors), Max Nehring (H2G), Stephen Turner (AZ Storm), Zane Moreland (Lakeshow Khoo)