Untapped Senior Elite Showcase Notebook

Untapped Senior Elite Showcase Notebook

By Robert Alfonso Jr.

Lawrenceville, GA – The third annual Swish Scout x BTS Report Untapped Senior Elite Showcase delivered exactly what its name promised—opportunity, urgency, and evaluation under a watchful eye.

The sneakers never stopped squeaking, and neither did the evaluations.

More than 60 college coaches lined the baseline at the third annual Swish Scout x BTS Report Untapped Senior Elite Showcase, scanning for something real—production, toughness, translatable skill. By the end of the day, several seniors had done more than compete. They forced their way into recruiting conversations.

Here are the standouts who made it count.

Jacob Wrencher | 6’7 | W | Middle GA Prep
Wrencher was the most complete player in the building. The San Jose native paired length with polish, opening with a powerful two-handed dunk before settling into a rhythm that showcased his full arsenal. He shot it cleanly with a high release, handled on the perimeter, and made the right reads. Defensively, his activity—quick hands and timely rim contests—set him apart. With offers already in hand, his stock is trending up.

Chase Dupree | 6’3 | CG | SW Macon
One of Georgia’s most overlooked guards, Dupree played with edge and control. He attacked gaps, finished through contact, and created shots under pressure. His speed and athleticism kept defenses scrambling, while his vision allowed him to facilitate when needed. A proven scorer, he’s a fit-driven recruit with real upside.

Lawrence Barreau | 6’6 | W | Midtown
Motor defines Barreau. He rebounded out of his area, embraced contact, and knocked down perimeter shots. His physical frame and energy translate immediately to the next level.

Ja’Cadien Cone | 6’3 | CG | Statesboro
A natural scorer, Cone made offense look easy. He got downhill quickly, stayed in attack mode, and produced regardless of defensive attention. Coaches took notice.

Jabari Hall | 6’5 | W | Mays
Hall scored with purpose. Strong and deliberate, he worked the mid-range and mid-post with precision, exploiting mismatches and dictating pace.

Landon Page | 6’2 | PG | Middle GA Prep
Page controlled the game. He handled pressure, made clean reads, and scored when needed. His strength and poise at the point stood out.

Maddox Melancon | 6’6 | W | Dutchtown
A versatile wing who impacted both ends. Melancon absorbed contact, finished inside, and stepped out to knock down shots while defending with activity.

Ryheim Manning | 6’7 | W | Middle GA Prep
An intriguing long-term prospect. Manning’s length and ball skills allow him to rise over defenders, with clear upside as his game continues to develop.

Jack Sparks | 6’2 | PG | Mays
A steady floor general, Sparks pushed tempo, created for others, and finished through traffic. The lefty’s feel and leadership were evident throughout.

AJ Brown | 6’3 | G/W | Elbert County
Quiet but productive. Brown filled the stat sheet, defended with purpose, and disrupted passing lanes with instinct and length.

Jason Welborn II | 6’3 | G | Decatur
Quick and skilled. Welborn is an explosive scorer, who give defenders a hard time. He gets to the basket and finished at a high level. His handle is smooth in the open court with a quick first step.

Uriah Scott | 6’7 | F | Lithia Springs
A rim protector and an interior presence with a strong motor. Scott played with a relentless motor. The lefty is a fearless defender. He had several double-doubles on the season and it was displayed throughout the showcase.

Joseph Dunham III | 6’4 | G | Middle GA Prep
All energy, all game. Dunham attacked both ends with physicality, embracing contact and setting a tone with his toughness.

Christian Moore | 6’7 | F | Alexander
Consistent and active, Moore rebounded on both ends and defended with length. His motor and mobility translate well.

Donovan Petidos | 6’2 | F | Chapel Hill
Showed a high level of athleticism playing above the rim and also blowing by opponents. His jumper was a weapon was consistent with a steady tight ball handle. He understands how to play having played for a strong high school program.

Jerron Wilson | 5’7 | PG | Paulding County
Size didn’t limit impact. Wilson controlled the offense, created opportunities, and scored at all three levels. His performance earned attention—and an offer.

Zyi’Air Holt | 6’1 | PG | Long County
A true floor general. He communicates and directs traffic like an orchestra director, which is what caught several colleges attention. His IQ is what attracted them to him because Holt ran the team to put them in successful situations. This opened up things for Holt who then showed his ability to hit shots and make high-level plays.

Aaron Burks | 6’4 | F | SW DeKalb
Played with a stoic look filled with purpose. He plays around the rim and is physical in getting to through contact. His athleticism and length gave him a strong advantage on both ends of the floor. He extended the floor from beyond the three-point line.

Brandon Odom | 6’5 | F | Collins Hill
Confidence fueled Odom’s showing. He knocked down shots early and never cooled off, backing it with steady play on both ends.

Amare Pryce | 6’2 | SG | Grovetown
A strong guard with a clean shooting stroke. Pryce created space, knocked down shots, and competed defensively with a high motor.

Kobi Jefferies | 6’5 | W | Morgan County
Versatility stood out. Jefferies defended multiple positions, finished at the rim, and showed a mature, balanced game.

Rhys Cotton | 5’11 | PG | The Skill Factory
Cerebral and composed. Cotton ran the team with efficiency, played off two feet, and kept defenders honest with his mid-range and perimeter touch.

Bubba Sullivan | 6’5 | W | Griffin
Effort was constant. Sullivan ran the floor, attacked the rim, and defended with length and intensity. His motor never dipped.

Andrew Spivey | 6’0 | PG | Kendrick
A defensive tone-setter. Spivey pressured ball handlers, forced turnovers, and distributed with unselfish precision.

Carlin Jacobs Jr. | 6’3 | CG | Columbia
Explosive and versatile. Jacobs scored above the rim, created off the bounce, and showed comfort both on and off the ball.

Kal’El Riley | 6’5 | W | Collins Hill
Size and strength defined Riley’s impact. He shot it well, absorbed contact, and finished through defenders with consistency.

Elijah Reese | 6’8 | PF | Riverwood
Relentless on the glass. Reese tracked rebounds outside his area and finished through contact, anchoring the interior with effort and instinct.

Jesse Broadus | 6’7 | F | Middle GA Prep
A true inside-out threat. Broadus stretched the floor, attacked closeouts, and used his length to create scoring angles.

Caleb Drummer | 6’3 | F | Forsyth Central
Physical and dependable. Drummer carved out space, rebounded with strength, and finished efficiently around the rim.

The showcase delivered what it promised: opportunity. And for a long list of seniors, it became something more—a turning point.