Team Loaded Captures 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Championship; King Bacot Headlines Palmetto Road Honors

📍 Rock Hill, South Carolina

The 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Championships concluded with Team Loaded delivering an outstanding championship performance, overcoming a halftime deficit to defeat Austin Rivers SE Elite and capture the event title. The championship capped a perfect 17-0 adidas 3SSB season, cementing Team Loaded as one of the nation’s most dominant 15U teams this summer. Led by Championship MVP King Bacot, Team Loaded showcased its depth, toughness, and unselfish play throughout the weekend, finishing its remarkable run with a dominant second half in the title game.

While Team Loaded celebrated the championship, the weekend also highlighted some of the nation’s top rising prospects across every division. Team Together MSA, TWE Basketball, and Florida Vipers Basketball Academy each captured division titles, while standout performers consistently elevated their play against elite competition.

Below are the 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Honors, recognizing the Championship MVP, Most Outstanding Players, and the First, Second, and Third Team selections from each division. These honors celebrate the athletes whose performances defined one of the premier weekends on the adidas 3SSB circuit.

🏆 Palmetto Road Championship Recap

Team Loaded erased a one-point halftime deficit with a dominant second half to defeat Austin Rivers SE Elite, 72-60, capturing the 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Championship. A balanced offensive attack, disciplined execution, and strong defensive play helped Team Loaded outscore Austin Rivers SE Elite 45-32 over the final 16 minutes to pull away for the title.

Championship MVP King Bacot controlled the game from the point guard position, finishing with 14 points, 10 assists, four rebounds, and two steals while committing just one turnover. His poise, leadership, and ability to create offense fueled Team Loaded’s second-half surge and earned him MVP honors.

Team Loaded placed five players in double figures, led by Bacot and Kaedyn Cole, who recorded a dominant double-double with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and three blocks. Niles Mason added 13 points, Michael Roper III scored 12 points, and Kane Winiarski chipped in 10 points as the champions showcased their depth throughout the lineup.

Austin Rivers SE Elite was paced by Austin Triggs, who finished with 15 points, four rebounds, and two assists. Avery Jones contributed 12 points, four rebounds, and two assists, while Liam Lackaff added 12 points and five rebounds. Marco Johnson rounded out the balanced effort with 11 points, three rebounds, and two steals.

Congratulations to Team Loaded and Championship MVP King Bacot on capturing the 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Championship.

15U Palmetto Road Championship Honors

Most Valuable Player

King Bacot (Team Loaded)
14.0 PPG | 3.5 RPG | 4.8 APG | 2.0 SPG

Bacot was the catalyst behind Team Loaded’s perfect 17-0 adidas 3SSB season, earning Championship MVP honors with his complete floor game. He possesses an elite basketball IQ, consistently manipulating defenses with his vision, pace, and pinpoint passing while creating high-quality opportunities for teammates. A polished left-handed scorer, Bacot is equally comfortable knocking down perimeter shots, attacking downhill, or finishing through contact. His strength, versatility, and ability to impact both ends of the floor made him one of the most complete guards at Palmetto Road.

First Team

Alexander Weaver (BABC)
29.8 PPG | 3.8 RPG | 6.0 APG | 3.8 SPG

Weaver was one of the premier offensive performers at Palmetto Road, showcasing an elite basketball IQ and exceptional feel for the game. He controlled the tempo, consistently created quality opportunities for teammates with his vision, and proved capable of taking over games as a scorer. Weaver scored efficiently from all three levels, utilizing a polished mid-range game, crafty pace, and advanced shot creation to keep defenses off balance. He also made an impact defensively with his quick hands and instincts, disrupting opposing ball handlers throughout the event.

Artrell Van Veen Burt (Wildcat Select)
16.3 PPG | 3.5 RPG | 1.5 SPG | 3.0 3PM

Van Veen Burt emerged as one of the event’s most versatile prospects, impacting the game on both ends of the floor. He is a high-level perimeter shooter who consistently stretched defenses while also showing the ability to attack off the dribble and finish through contact. Defensively, his length and instincts allowed him to guard multiple positions, disrupt passing lanes, and create extra possessions. Combined with his high motor, competitiveness, and feel for the game, Van Veen Burt proved to be one of the most complete two-way players at Palmetto Road.

Avery Jones (Austin Rivers Southeast Elite)
15.2 PPG | 5.6 RPG | 3.8 APG | 90.0 FT%

Jones elevated his national profile with one of the best all-around performances at Palmetto Road, leading Austin Rivers Southeast Elite to the championship game and delivering a memorable game-winning buzzer-beater over Indiana Elite in the Final Four. A true point forward, he controlled the game with his versatility, creating offense as both a scorer and facilitator while consistently making the right read. Jones scored efficiently from all three levels, played with outstanding pace and poise, and made a major impact on the glass and defensive end with his activity and instincts. Had Austin Rivers Southeast Elite completed its championship run, Jones was firmly in the conversation for Championship MVP honors.

Drew Cabana (Indiana Elite)
16.5 PPG | 5.5 RPG | 2.3 3PM

Cabana continued to establish himself as one of the nation’s premier Class of 2029 prospects with another impressive showing at Palmetto Road. The 6-foot-5 combo guard combines outstanding basketball IQ with a polished offensive skill set, consistently making the right read while scoring efficiently from all three levels. He is equally comfortable creating off the dribble, knocking down perimeter shots, or facilitating for teammates, making him a difficult matchup every possession. His competitiveness, poise, and ability to impact winning against elite competition were evident throughout the event, reinforcing why he is one of the top young guards to watch nationally.

Julian Sam (Phenom United)
20.0 PPG | 4.5 RPG | 2.3 APG | 0.8 BPG

Sam showcased why he is regarded as one of the nation’s elite Class of 2029 prospects, combining size, skill, and versatility throughout Palmetto Road. His ability to space the floor with consistent perimeter shooting, attack off the dribble, and finish through contact made him a matchup problem for opposing defenses. Beyond his scoring, Sam displayed advanced court awareness and unselfish playmaking, consistently making the right reads while impacting the game on both ends of the floor. His length, mobility, and defensive instincts allow him to guard multiple positions, giving him the complete two-way profile of a high-major prospect.

Kaedyn Cole (Team Loaded)
11.8 PPG | 8.3 RPG | 3.8 OREB | 1.3 BPG

Cole was a cornerstone of Team Loaded’s undefeated 17-0 adidas 3SSB championship season, using his physicality, versatility, and relentless motor to impact every game. He consistently controlled the paint as a dominant rebounder and interior finisher while also showcasing the mobility and skill to attack from the perimeter and make plays in transition. Defensively, Cole anchored the frontcourt with his ability to protect the rim, switch onto multiple positions, and create extra possessions through his activity on the glass. His combination of power, athleticism, and developing all-around skill set makes him one of the premier Class of 2029 prospects in the country.

Karson Stoudemire (Indiana Elite)
21.5 PPG | 5.5 RPG | 2.8 APG | 74.4 FG%

Stoudemire cemented himself as one of the premier Class of 2029 guards in the country with a dominant performance at Palmetto Road. A relentless competitor with a nonstop motor, he consistently attacked the paint with strength and poise while finishing through contact at an elite rate. He also showcased outstanding basketball IQ, balancing his scoring with timely playmaking and making the right reads throughout the event. In the quarterfinals, Stoudemire calmly knocked down the game-tying free throws in the closing seconds to give Indiana Elite a chance before Austin Rivers Southeast Elite answered with a buzzer-beater. His toughness, efficiency, and winning mentality made him one of the event’s most impactful performers.

Kendall Hopkins-McGlothen (Portland Boyz Elite)
23.8 PPG | 6.5 RPG | 2.3 APG | 63.8 TS%

Hopkins-McGlothen showcased one of the most complete offensive games at Palmetto Road, combining efficient three-level scoring with outstanding poise and decision-making. The left-handed guard consistently controlled the pace, creating offense for himself while also making timely plays for teammates when defenses collapsed. He competed with toughness on both ends of the floor, attacking through contact, crashing the glass, and embracing defensive assignments with a relentless motor. His combination of scoring ability, leadership, and competitive edge solidified his place among the event’s top performers.

Micah Mohler (Midwest Basketball Club)
23.3 PPG | 9.3 RPG | 2.3 APG | 1.7 SPG

Mohler delivered one of the most dominant all-around performances at Palmetto Road, combining elite production with a polished, high-IQ game. He consistently created mismatches by using his size and strength to score at all three levels while also serving as an unselfish playmaker who kept teammates involved. His outstanding court vision, physicality, and relentless motor allowed him to impact every facet of the game, whether attacking downhill, controlling the glass, or making winning plays defensively. Mohler’s complete skill set and consistent production reinforced his status as one of the nation’s premier Class of 2029 prospects.

Second Team

Austin Dottin (New Heights)
17.0 PPG | 4.0 RPG | 2.0 OREB | 0.8 BPG

Austin Triggs (Austin Rivers Southeast Elite)
9.6 PPG | 3.4 RPG | 2.0 APG | 1.4 3PM

Ayden McClinton (99OVR)
21.3 PPG | 6.3 RPG | 4.8 APG | 1.3 SPG

Braeden Greenup (Garner Road)
16.0 PPG | 5.0 RPG | 1.8 APG | 0.8 BPG

Brayden Ragland (Team Loaded)
16.0 PPG | 5.3 RPG | 62.5 FG% | 66.7 3PT%

Collin King-Sumberlin (Southern Assault)
13.3 PPG | 6.7 RPG | 2.0 APG | 70.8 FG%

Eli Murray (New Heights)
22.0 PPG | 10.0 RPG | 2.0 APG | 29 PER (2 Games)

Jamaal Oliver Jr. (AE5)
15.0 PPG | 3.7 APG | 2.7 SPG | 3.7 3PM

Massa Toure (BABC)
22.3 PPG | 4.3 RPG | 2.0 3PM | 61.5 3PT%

Nsilo Abraham (New World)
15.3 PPG | 5.8 RPG | 2.3 OREB | 54.8 FG%

William Tonagel (Indiana Elite)
19.0 PPG | 3.3 APG | 2.0 SPG | 3.0 3PM

Third Team

Codey Bush (Phenom United)
15.3 PPG | 4.5 APG | 1.8 SPG | 0.5 BPG

Liam Lackaff (Austin Rivers Southeast Elite)
9.4 PPG | 3.4 RPG | 1.8 3PM | 50.0 3PT%

Kelvin Cobb (Tennessee Impact)
15.8 PPG | 5.0 RPG | 3.0 3PM | 57.1 3PT%

Marco Johnson (Austin Rivers Southeast Elite)
12.2 PPG | 5.2 RPG | 1.6 APG | 1.8 SPG

Michael Roper III (Team Loaded)
9.5 PPG | 5.3 RPG | 2.5 OREB | 62.5 FG%

Niles Mason (Team Loaded)
12.3 PPG | 2.5 RPG | 0.8 BPG | 64.3 FG%

Qyntin Woods (Phenom United)
14.8 PPG | 5.5 RPG | 2.8 APG | 4.0 3PM

Reginald Howell (Game Elite)
16.3 PPG | 2.8 3PM | 57.9 FG% | 57.9 3PT%

Romyiez Calvin (Wildcat Select)
13.5 PPG | 5.3 RPG | 1.8 APG | 82.6 FG%

Ryder Powell (Portland Boyz Elite)
13.8 PPG | 4.5 RPG | 2.5 APG | 1.3 SPG

🏆 Palmetto Road Consolation Recap

Team Together MSA completed an impressive comeback to defeat Mikel Brown Jr. Elite, 60-58, and capture the 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Consolation Championship. Trailing by 11 points in the first half, Team Together MSA responded with a resilient second-half performance, outscoring Mikel Brown Jr. Elite 37-26 behind timely shot-making, defensive stops, and clutch execution in the closing minutes.

Championship MOP Zayis Barksdale delivered in the biggest moments, finishing with 15 points while knocking down five critical free throws during the final two minutes. His composure at the line helped erase the deficit before scoring the go-ahead basket to seal the victory. Braden Sigle added 12 points, connecting on four three-pointers, while Truitt Kingand Cole Schneider each finished with 11 points to lead Team Together MSA’s balanced offensive attack.

Mikel Brown Jr. Elite was paced by Alexy Figueroa, who turned in one of the top individual performances of the weekend with 28 points on 9-of-11 shooting, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc, while adding three assists. Zane Cray contributed 9 points, but Team Together MSA’s balanced scoring and second-half adjustments proved to be the difference.

Congratulations to Team Together MSA and Championship MOP Zayis Barksdale on winning the 2026 adidas 3SSB 15U Palmetto Road Consolation Championship.

15U Palmetto Road Honors

Most Outstanding Player

Zayis Barksdale (Team Together MSA)
14.0 PPG | 2.0 RPG | 1.0 APG | 81.5 FT%

Playing up in the 15U division as a member of the Class of 2030, Barksdale delivered when Team Together MSA needed him most. He finished with 15 points in the championship game, knocking down five clutch free throws in the final two minutes to help erase an 11-point deficit before scoring the go-ahead basket that secured the title. His poise, confidence, and ability to make winning plays in the biggest moments earned him Championship MOP honors.