February 2026
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania hosted the 2nd stop of the Jr 3SSB Northeast Regional. Elite programs from Colorado, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington DC and Canada competed for Championship seeding.
14U Highlights
14U Gold Division:
- New World (MD): 8-0
- Wildcat Select (PA): 7-1
- New Heights (NY): 6-2
- Wiz Kids (NY): 6-2
- Hilltopper Basketball Club (NJ): 5-3
14U Silver Division:
- D-Up Blue (PA): 8-0
- The UNIT (NY): 7-1
Stock Risers
2030 Benny Federico | Guard | Wildcat Select (PA)
Benny is a lengthy, highly skilled guard who stands out as one of the top scorers in his class. He’s automatic in the midrange, has deep range from three, and shows the ability to score anytime and from anywhere on the floor. Benny combines skill, confidence, and shot-making ability to consistently produce, positioning himself among the top guard prospects on the East Coast. Scope Rating: 95.4
2030 Cayden Wilson | Guard | New Heights (NY)
Cayden is a 6’2 combo guard who brings a steady, all-around game to the backcourt. He plays with strong fundamentals, can score when needed, make plays for others, and holds his own defensively. Competing at the Jr. 3SSB level as an 8th grader, he shows good feel and positional versatility. As he continues to get stronger and becomes more aggressive offensively, his long-term upside will continue to rise. Scope Rating: 98.1
2030 Dashiell Graham | Lead Guard | K-Low Elite (PA)
Daniel is a poised lead guard who controls the game with patience and pace. He changes speeds effectively, uses his body to create space, and finishes efficiently around the rim with crafty moves like the euro step, maximizing production without needing elite size. Scope Rating: 90.3
2030 Dylan “Deuce” Mead | | Guard | K-Low Elite (PA)
Deuce is an explosive playmaking guard who plays downhill and brings real pop as an above-the-rim finisher, capable of dunking in traffic. He creates space off the bounce and shows a solid mid-range pull-up that adds balance to his attacking game. His athleticism, energy, and developing skill set give him strong upside as a lead guard. Scope Rating: 93.4
2030 Ethan Chatman | Forward | NY Gauchos (NY)
Ethan is a long, skilled forward who makes an impact on both ends of the floor. He plays with good instincts, uses his length well, and understands how to play the game. His experience with the NY Gauchos shows in his confidence and feel. As he continues to get stronger and grow his offensive game, he has the tools to become a high-level high school forward with strong long-term upside. Scope Rating: 77.7
2030 Gavin Service | Guard | NY Gauchos (NY)
Gavin is a 6’0 guard who plays under control and makes good decisions with the ball. He can handle it, shoot it with confidence, and competes defensively, giving his team consistency on both ends. He understands how to play and stays within the flow of the game. Scope Rating: 79.5
2030 Joaquim Francisco | Guard | New World (MD)
Joaquim is a powerful, physically built guard who plays through contact and brings a tough, athletic presence. He combines strength with straight-line speed to get downhill and pressure the defense. Francisco also shows range on his jumper, giving him the ability to score from the perimeter while impacting the game with his physicality. Scope Rating: 95.5
2030 Kai Makiya-Torco | Combo Guard | Team RPF (VA)
Kai had a strong showing in the win over Washington Warriors, finishing with 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists. Tough, physical scoring guard who attacks with confidence, plays through contact, and can create his own offense. Brings a competitive, hard-nosed presence that shows up on both ends. Scope Rating: 90
2030 Karter Wilson | Point Guard | Wiz Kids (NY)
Karter is a highly skilled, efficient lead guard who plays with confidence and flair. He has a quick, explosive handle that allows him to break pressure, beat defenders off the dribble, and create advantages in the open floor. Karter’s quick feet, pace, and control make him effective running the team while consistently putting pressure on the defense. Scope Rating: 85
2030 Kayden Henderson | Forward | NY Gauchos (NY)
Kayden is a big, athletic forward who plays with a high motor and strong effort. He runs the floor, rebounds, and does the little things that impact winning. His size and physical tools stand out for his age, and he competes consistently on both ends. As he continues to add strength and develop his overall skill set, his long-term upside will continue to grow. Scope Rating: 74.9
2030 Kendall Hancock | Guard | New World (MD)
Kendall is a 6’2 guard who plays with a strong feel for the game and a mature approach. He handles the ball well, can score in different ways, and competes defensively on the other end. His size and instincts allow him to impact the game as a two-way guard at the Jr. 3SSB level. As he continues to develop his skills and athleticism, he has the tools to grow into a guard with long-term college upside. Scope Rating: 98.2
2030 Lamar Carter | Guard | Hilltopper (NJ)
Lamar is a scoring guard with a smooth, repeatable shooting stroke and strong shot-making ability. He can space the floor from beyond the arc, knock down pull-ups off the dribble, and plays at his own pace to create clean looks. He operates with a calm demeanor and efficient approach, showing the confidence and leadership of a guard who can control the game while producing offensively. Scope Rating: 96.5
Lynard Stewart Jr. | 6’6” Wing | K-Low Elite (PA)
Lynard is a versatile wing who brings value on both ends of the floor. He has good size and length for the position, competes defensively, and understands how to impact the game within a team concept. His tools and feel translate well on the Jr. 3SSB circuit. As he continues to get stronger and grows more confident offensively, he has the potential to develop into a high-level wing at the high school level. Scope Rating: 78.2
2030 Morgan Reid | Center | Washington Warriors 3SSB (DC)
Morgan is a developing big who brings good energy and physicality to the paint. He works hard to establish position, finishes around the rim, and does the dirty work on the glass. On the defensive end, he anchors the interior, using his size and instincts to deter drives. Scope Rating: 80.1
2030 Ryan Grundy | Guard | New Heights (NY)
Ryan is a high-energy guard who plays with constant pace and purpose. Attacks the paint with a quick burst and finishes strong, while delivering crisp, on time passes that keep the offense moving. Defensively, he competes on every possession, applying full-court pressure and setting the tone with his effort and intensity. Scope Rating: 95.2
2030 Sonny Watkins | Wing | Team Loaded (NC)
Sonny is a highly skilled wing whose advanced feel and versatility stand out for his age. He’s a true three-level scorer with effortless, fluid shooting mechanics and is comfortable knocking down pull-ups off the dribble while scoring efficiently on the move. Sonny also impacts the game beyond scoring, rebounding on both ends and handling primary ball-handling duties at times. His length, instincts, and overall basketball IQ point to strong long-term upside. Scope Rating: 98.1
2030 Tanner Kostyak | 6’7 Forward | Wildcat Select (PA)
Tanner is a long, developing forward who makes his impact around the paint. He finishes well with soft hands, rebounds his area consistently, and uses his size to be effective inside. Offensively, he’s still expanding his skill set, but his physical tools and interior presence give him strong long-term upside. Scope Rating: 84.6
2030 Thaddeus Jean | Forward | Rocktop (NJ)
Thad is a 6’7 forward with great size, length, and mobility for his age. He shows comfort handling the ball, can make plays facing the basket, and impacts the game with his physical tools on both ends. His combination of size and skill gives him a strong foundation at this stage. As he continues to add strength and polish his overall game, his long-term upside is very high. Scope Rating: 79.7
2030 Xavier Gordon | Guard | Wildcat Select (PA)
Xavier is a shifty guard who uses dynamic agility, body control, and change of pace to create separation and get to his spots. He consistently gets downhill to the rim, creates space for pull-ups in the mid-range, and can knock down perimeter jumpers. Xavier’s strong handle and ability to play at different speeds make him a tough cover and a scoring threat at multiple levels. Scope Rating: 98
Other Notables: Alex Watford (All-VA Basketball, VA); Basir Smallwood (Washington Warriors Red, DC); Brady Konst (The UNIT, NY); Hassan Phillips (Washington Warriors White, DC); Jahvon Smales (The UNIT, NY); James Denning (D-Up Blue, PA); Kalum Sears (Hilltopper Basketball Club, NJ); Karter B Wilson (Wiz Kids, NY); Max Dupras (New World, MD); Nasir Coleman (New Heights, NY); Randy Lester Jr (Metroball Team Signs, MD); Seydou Bassoum (Wiz Kids, NY); Skyler Watson (Keystone BC, PA); Tommy Leis (K-Low Elite, PA); William Paige (Gauchos, NY)
13U Highlights
13U Gold Division:
- Washington Warriors Red (DC): 8-0
- New Heights (NY): 6-2
- Show Stoppers Academy (NY): 6-2
- Washington Warriors 3SSB (DC): 6-2
- Team Loaded NC (NC): 5-3
- Wildcat Select (PA): 5-3
13U Silver Division:
- Brookyln Zoom (NY): 8-0
- World Ballers (VA): 4-0
- Metroball DC (MD): 6-2
Stock Risers
2031 Asher Christian Williams | Guard | New World (MD)
Asher is a strong, competitive combo guard who impacts the game with physicality and skill. He handles the ball well, can score in different ways, and competes defensively, which makes him stand out at the middle school level. With continued development in his skill set, strength, and overall athleticism, his long-term upside will continue to rise. Scope Rating: 85.2
2031 Jeremy Duncan | Wing | New Heights (NY)
Jeremy is a lefty wing with an impressive blend of size, athleticism, and positional versatility. He’s a consistent three-level scorer who can knock down shots from deep, operate comfortably in the mid-range, and finish through traffic at the rim. His length and physical tools translate on the defensive end, where he disrupts passing lanes, contests shots, and shows the ability to guard multiple positions. Scope Rating: 94.8
Other Notables: Adonai Lewis (New Heights, NY); Carmelo Almodovar (Washington Warriors 3SSB Red, DC); Christian Hinton (New World, DC); Corderro Joshua (Metroball DC, MD); Gio Ortiz (Washington Warriors 3SSB, DC); Grant Ivy (World Ballers, VA); Johnny Jackson (New Heights, NY); Josiah Belfor (Washington Warriors 3SSB Red, DC); Levi Levi Roberts-Guity (Showstoppers Academy, NY); Moubyne Adoumbou (Brooklyn Zoom, NY); Nicholas Andrade (Hoboken Elite, NJ); Quamari Hollenback (Team Loaded NC, NC); Ryan Toole (Wildcat Select, PA); Skyler Stevenson (Colorado Magic, CO).
12U Highlights
12U Gold Division:
- Garden State Bounce (NJ): 7-1
- GAUCHOS (NY): 7-1
- New Heights (NY): 7-1
- D-Up (PA): 6-2
- MD Stealth 2031 (MD): 5-3
Stock Risers
2032 Brayden Garcia | Shooting Guard | NY Gauchos (NY)
Brayden is a confident shot-maker with clean mechanics and a quick, repeatable release. He brings good size for the position, allowing him to shoot over defenders and play with physicality on the wing. Defensively, he stays active, competes on the ball, and uses his length to disrupt passing lanes. Scope Rating: 83.9
2032 Caleb Bosworth | Point Forward | BABC Academy (MA)
Caleb is a versatile lefty who brings great value as a point-forward. He runs the floor hard, pushes the pace, and makes plays for others in transition. On the defensive end, he sets the tone and anchors the group with his activity and presence. Scope Rating: 76.5
2032 Karmel Ngankan | Forward | MD Stealth (MD)
Karmel is a wide-bodied forward who uses his strength well to carve out space and get into the paint. He plays with a physical mindset, embracing contact and working to finish through traffic. Karmel stays active on both ends and rebounds well. Scope Rating: 79.1
2032 Tristan Gunn | Wing | Hoboken Elite (NJ)
Tristan is a long, high-energy wing who stays active and around the ball. He rebounds well, handles it comfortably on the open floor, and plays with a nonstop motor on both ends. Shows good feel and vision, making the extra play and helping keep things flowing for his team. Scope Rating: 78
Other Notables: Aadon Jackson (Washington Warriors Red, DC); Aayden Woodson-Johnson (Nova 94 Premier, VA); Aiden I Thomas (D-Up, PA); Caleb Peterson (Garden State Bounce, NJ); Christopher Wiley (LoB NY Silver, NY); Christopher Wiley (Love of Basketball Pink, NY); Daniel Deguerre (New Heights, NY); Jamarcus Perry Jr. (Team Loaded South); Kameron Wiley (Team Loaded J5); Michael Fry (Unity Legends); Reign Hammons (Colorado Magic, CO); Wade Johnson (New Heights, NY); Yigit Ozkan (Brooklyn Basketball Academy, NY)
11U Highlights
11U Gold Division:
- D-Up (PA): 8-0
- Washington Warriors Blue (DC): 7-1
- Love of Basketball (NY): 5-3
- Washington Warriors (VA): 5-3
11U Silver Division:
- Creative Arts and Sports (NY): 6-2
- South Jersey Buckets (NJ): 5-3
Stock Risers
2033 Jaxson Patton | Guard | D-Up (PA)
Jaxson is an opportunistic guard who thrives on the open floor. He creates offense with his defense, actively hunting the ball, jumping passing lanes, and turning steals into transition chances. Runs the break very well. Scope Rating: 91.7
2033 Tyler Booker | Forward | D-Up (PA)
Tyler is a strong, good-sized forward who does his work where it matters most inside the paint. He plays with physicality, finishes through contact, and controls the interior on both ends. Shows a high basketball IQ with good positioning, timing, and a strong feel for how to impact the game around the paint. Scope Rating: 90.8
Other Notables: Avery K Lewis (Creative Arts and Sports, NY); Chance Patterson (D-Up, PA); Drew Godfrey (Team Loaded Welsh, VA); Grayson Grascia (Love of Basketball, NY); Jaxson Patton (D-Up, PA); Kingston Harrison (Washington Warriors VA, VA); Leonardo Loftin (MD Stealth 2033, MD); Luka Azikiwe (South Jersey Buckets, NJ); Matthew Alexander Rodriguez (Team Loaded 804, VA); Messiah Clement (New Heights, NY); Morgan Stein (Team Outcast, NY); Sebastian M Crawford (Washington Warriors Blue, DC); Tyler Peters (Team Outcast, NY).