The 13U division at the 2026 Jr. 3SSB Boys National Championships featured one of the deepest fields in the country, with nationally ranked programs from across the United States competing in Rock Hill, South Carolina. By the end of the weekend, Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E. (IN) claimed the 13U Gold championship after an undefeated run, while TDJ Elite (NY) completed a perfect weekend to capture the 13U Silver title.

Tournament Storylines

Hoosier Phenoms I.E. Makes Strong Case for National No. 1

Entering the tournament ranked No. 2 nationally, Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E. strengthened its case to become the nation’s top-ranked 13U team. The Indiana squad finished 6-0 and defeated No. 3 Metroball OBG Elite (FL) in the quarterfinals before closing the tournament with a convincing championship victory over Show Stoppers Academy (NY). Along the way, Hoosier Phenoms also earned impressive wins over Team Goose 2031 (KY), Swain Basketball Academy & Swain OWM (GA), Golden Isle Gladiators (GA) and Xtreme Icebreakers 2031 (FL).

TDJ Elite Completes Perfect Championship Run

TDJ Elite (NY) completed a perfect 6-0 weekend to capture the 13U Silver championship. After dominating pool play with wins over Xtreme 305 Basketball (FL) and Balling Eagles Black (GA), TDJ carried that momentum into bracket play, defeating Team Loaded (VA), Utah Magic (UT), Team New England-JJ (NE) and MR22 Elite (OH). TDJ finished its championship run with a decisive 60-41 victory over MR22 Elite, showcasing one of the most complete performances in the Silver division.

13U Gold Championship

Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E. (IN) 59, Show Stoppers Academy (NY) 32

Hoosier Phenoms capped an outstanding weekend with a dominant championship performance, controlling the game on both ends of the floor while finishing an undefeated 6-0 run through one of the nation’s premier youth basketball events.

MVP

Amos Littles (Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E., IN) — 13.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG

Littles anchored an undefeated championship run, leading Hoosier Phenoms to the 13U Gold title against one of the deepest fields in the country. At 6’2″, he combines outstanding size with a polished all-around skill set. He scores comfortably from all three levels, attacks downhill with strength and balance, and finishes through contact with either hand. His pace and feel for the game consistently stand out, making smart reads without forcing offense. Defensively, his length allows him to guard multiple positions, impact the glass, and generate transition opportunities, making him one of the most complete two-way prospects in the 2031 class.

13U Gold All-Tournament Team

First Team

MVP: Amos Littles (Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E., IN) — 13.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG

Cam Rauch (True Prospects 2031) — 20.8 PPG, 1.8 RPG
Jonathan Moore (Phenom United Charging, OH) — 12.6 PPG, 5.4 RPG, 1.6 APG
Joshua Anthony (Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E., IN) — 11.2 PPG, 3.0 RPG
Josiah Belfor (Show Stoppers Academy, NY) — 13.0 PPG
Judah Simmons (New Heights, NY) — 15.8 PPG, 4.8 APG
Kaleb Allen (D-Town Magic Gold, TX) — 17.0 PPG, 4.0 RPG
King Bailey (Arkansas Grizzlies, AR) — 16.8 PPG, 6.5 RPG
Levi Roberts-Guity (Metroball OBG Elite, FL) — 9.8 PPG, 6.0 RPG, 1.8 APG
Theodore Brown (Sizzle Elite, MN) — 21.8 PPG, 3.8 RPG

Second Team

Andre Blackwell (Power 5, WI) — 14.0 PPG, 3.3 RPG
Caden Winkler (Team Goose 2031, KY) — 14.3 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 1.8 APG
Chiemeka Omeze (The Collective 2031, CAN) — 16.0 PPG
Derrick Tatum Jr. (Atlanta Celtics, GA) — 14.3 PPG
Gabe Smart (Lakeshow 3SSB, CA) — 16.8 PPG, 2.0 APG
Landon Jones (Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E., IN) — 9.3 PPG, 6.2 RPG
Montez Spencer Jr. (Hoosier Phenoms 2031 I.E., IN) — 9.8 PPG
Roman Suttle (Swain Basketball Academy & Swain OWM, GA) — 11.2 PPG
Rony Aranega (Toronto Alliance) — 13.0 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 1.5 APG
Zachary Randolph (Phenom United Charging, OH) — 12.8 PPG, 4.6 RPG

Third Team

Antoine Colon (Show Stoppers Academy, NY) — 11.0 PPG
Austin J. Knutson (D1MIN 3SSB, MN) — 10.3 PPG, 3.7 RPG
Christopher Pierre (Georgia Pride, GA) — 12.5 PPG, 8.5 RPG
Darian Benton (Power 5, WI) — 15.3 PPG, 2.0 APG
Enzo Rostanzo (BABC Academy, MA) — 19.0 PPG, 5.0 RPG
Jaigen Sharpe (Team Loaded, NC) — 14.0 PPG
Marley Linsy (Arkansas Hawks, AR) — 11.0 PPG, 7.0 RPG, 4.5 APG
Pierson Thornton (Wildcat Select, PA) — 10.3 PPG, 7.0 RPG
Ranelle Perry (TNE, NE) — 14.0 PPG, 3.7 RPG
Sean Artorius Metellus (New Heights, NY) — 14.5 PPG, 5.5 RPG

Fourth Team

A’Kaiden Horton (IGN, AR) — 18.5 PPG, 2.3 RPG, 2.0 SPG
Braylong Stangline (AE5 South, GA) — 16.3 PPG, 3.8 RPG, 3.0 SPG
Centrell Crocker (Xtreme Icebreakers 2031, FL) — 14.0 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2.3 SPG
EJ Marchezi Jr. (BABC Academy, MA) — 12.3 PPG, 9.3 APG
Emmett Kelley (Davis Brothers Elite 2031, WI) — 13.0 PPG, 5.5 RPG, 1.8 APG
Jacob Kohn (IPA 2031, IL) — 17.8 PPG
Kai Fontejon (Lakeshow 3SSB, CA) — 12.3 PPG, 2.0 APG
Loren Hall Jr. (Game Elite, GA) — 10.5 PPG, 1.5 APG
Savian Wilson (MBJ Elite 2031, GA) — 13.5 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 3.5 SPG
Weston Mann (UH Elite, AZ) — 13.0 PPG

13U Silver Championship

TDJ Elite (NY) 60, MR22 Elite (OH) 41

TDJ Elite completed a dominant undefeated weekend by pulling away from MR22 Elite in the championship game. After cruising through pool play, TDJ continued its strong defensive play throughout the bracket, finishing 6-0 while outscoring opponents by more than 30 points per game. Their balanced offensive attack and disciplined team defense made them one of the tournament’s most impressive champions.

13U Silver Division

Tournament MVP

Andreas Americanos (TDJ Elite (NY)) — 15.0 PPG, 2.0 APG

Americanos controlled games from start to finish and saved his best basketball for the biggest stage, leading TDJ Elite to the 13U Silver championship. A polished three-level scorer, he can create separation off the dribble, knock down shots from deep, and finish with touch and creativity in the paint. He plays with poise in ball-screen actions, consistently making the right read while keeping defenders off balance. When the game tightened, he embraced the moment, showing the confidence and competitive edge to make winning plays and earn tournament MVP honors.

First Team

Andrew Pierpaoli (Team New England (NE)) — 15.8 PPG, 1.6 RPG
Anthony Walker (New World (DC)) — 18.8 PPG, 5.5 RPG
Bryce Espinoza (Team New England (NE)) — 12.8 PPG, 1.4 RPG
Jaheem Battle (GRAB Elite (NY)) — 11.8 PPG, 2.5 RPG, 1.0 BPG
Jameer Grim (Built On Ambition Panthers (MS)) — 11.8 PPG, 2.4 RPG
Jordan Davies (MR22 Elite (OH)) — 13.6 PPG
Kristian Dear (TDJ Elite (NY)) — 10.5 PPG, 2.0 RPG
Poutoa Faalogo-Silva (Utah Magic (UT)) — 15.5 PPG, 5.8 RPG
Zaza Fuentes (Brooklyn Zoom (NY)) — 12.5 PPG, 3.3 RPG

Second Team

Brailyn Pujols (Hoboken Elite (NJ)) — 11.8 PPG, 5.0 RPG
Damari D. Smith (Hard Hoops Elite (TX)) — 15.8 PPG, 2.0 RPG, 1.8 APG
Drew Hedges (The UN1T (NY)) — 16.3 PPG, 4.3 RPG
Harold Thomas III (East Bay Athletics Black (CA)) — 13.4 PPG, 5.0 RPG
Idris Collier (JW Hoops Jr. 3SSB Elite (TX)) — 16.5 PPG, 3.3 RPG, 2.3 SPG
Jacob (JB) Yeager (MR22 Elite (OH)) — 10.7 PPG, 1.7 RPG, 1.0 APG
Jay’den Layton (501 Elite (AR)) — 15.6 PPG, 3.7 RPG, 2.0 SPG
Joseph Okpok (DreamPrepareCompete (GA)) — 11.0 PPG, 4.8 RPG
Kingston Hines (Carolina Bulls Elite (NC)) — 15.8 PPG, 9.8 RPG
Lorenz Gallegos Gatlin (Carolina RISE 2031-Minter (NC)) — 11.8 PPG, 4.2 RPG

Third Team

Brandon Henry (JBC Elite (LA)) — 12.5 PPG
Brayden Willette (Eastvale NextUp (CA)) — 12.3 PPG
Caron Geter (Upward Stars Pee Dee (SC)) — 12.5 PPG, 3.3 RPG
Christopher Antonio Gonzalez (TDJ Elite (NY)) — 9.7 PPG, 2.5 APG, 2.0 SPG
Dwayne Washington (Balling Eagles Jr. 3SSB (GA)) — 12.8 PPG, 4.3 RPG, 1.5 APG
Griffin Williams (MR22 Elite (OH)) — 10.4 PPG, 2.2 RPG, 1.8 SPG
Jaimeson Ginsberg (Team Loaded (VA)) — 10.6 PPG
Jazek Palmer (Team Right Now (NV)) — 11.8 PPG, 2.8 RPG, 1.3 APG
Kelly Hayes (GRAB Elite (NY)) — 16.0 PPG, 3.4 RPG
Moubyne Adoumbou (Brooklyn Zoom (NY)) — 11.5 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 2.0 SPG