OTR Hoops: Emerging from the Next Wave Camp – October 14, 2025
LAWRENCEVILLE, Georgia, – On the Radar Hoops hosted the Next Wave Camp for Middle School prospects in the state of Georgia last weekend. Prospects were introduced to high level competition and exposure at Central Gwinnett High School. Here is a list of prospects who caught our eye in the one-day event.
By: Jonathan Hemingway
#185 Omari Alleyne – Bethlehem Middle School – 2030
Alleyne was set apart due to his size and versatility. He has the length to impact the game along the front line in this setting. However, he flashed open court ball handling by crossing defenders with either hand in the open court. Basketball talent runs in his family tree, and it showed at the camp. He finished in traffic and even dished a few assists when the defense pinched.
#161 Channing Brooks – Middle School – 2030
Brooks earned high marks in our notes with his high energy attitude. While most prospects put the majority of their effort on the offensive end, Brooks stood out with his willingness to defend. This attitude aids in his physical gifts of length and athleticism.
#146 Collin Upshaw – Pintkneyville – 2031
What Upshaw lacked in size, he more than makes up for in skill and confidence. Although young, he has an instinct for the game that is mature. He brings a crafty handle that enables him to navigate through traffic and make plays for himself or others. On the defensive end, Upshaw was quick to anticipate and jump into the passing lane.
#153 Dallas Agu – Eagles Landing Middle School – 2030
Agu is a lean and gangly forward with a high athletic upside. His long arms and active feet caught our attention. He proved that he is more than just an athletic prospect, he has good hands and a nose for scoring the ball in traffic. Expect to hear more from Agu if he stays in the gym.
#170 Carter Hollaway – Glen C. Jones Middle School – 2031
Hollaway is a smooth operator in the back court. He keeps the ball on a string even as he speeds up and slows down while surveying the court. We appreciated Hollaway’s willingness to pressure the ball full court and force ball handlers to turn their back to the action. These are attributes of top-level guards.
#197 Guy Hill – Veteran’s Memorial Middle School – 2031
Hill is another prospect on this list with basketball in his family tree. He is determined to make a name for himself during this camp. He is a good-sized athlete with a skill set to match. He used his strength to wrestle away rebounds in traffic. Yet he possesses enough finesse to lead the break and make solid decisions. Pay attention to Hill’s jumper too. He shoots it with confidence and solid form. He could bud into a solid inside-out threat in years to come.
#219 Trenton Merideth II – Sandtown Middle School – 2030
Merideth burst onto the radar late in the day with some extra effort on the defensive end. He sprinted the floor to block a shot out of bounds when it seemed the opponent had an easy lay-in. He can split time as a ball handling back court player or slide to the wing as a cutter and dribble-drive aggressor in the half court. He showed range with a smooth release beyond the arc as well. He checked a lot boxes in this evaluation.
#211 Johod Lovett – Babb MS – 2031
Lovett is a left-handed forward with length and rebounding ability. He gobbled up rebounds in traffic with his long arms and quick second-effort jumping ability. He looks to be a kid that could translate to a double-double threat at this level and the next.
#184 Jaxon Vaughn – Athens Christian School – 2031
Vaughn was a name that was trending on Sunday afternoon amongst coaches and media figures. He is an all-around guard who shoots the 3-pointer and has instinct for the game. He moves without the ball and is able to get himself in scoring positions even when he does not have the ball in his hands. Vaughn has the size and moxy that coaches love to have in the back court.
#165 Amari White – Middle School – 2031
White had some good moments at the camp. He has physical tools and a high energy attitude that allows him to make some plays. He was at his best when he gave a second effort to keep the play alive. He projects as a two-way impact player who can score in the midrange and also defend across the court.
Jonathan Hemingway has been a National Evaluator for On the Radar Hoops since 2013. He has been involved in the basketball community since 1995 as a coach, camp director and evaluator. You can reach him at CoachHemi@gmail.com and follow him on twitter @CoachHemi.
