Who Got Next Tip-Off 8th Grade Prime Performers

Terry Coleman III | Atlanta Swish | 2029
Coleman III is one of those players I like to label a Land Rover. Originally coined the phrase when 2026 guards Jacob Zhu and Andrew Taylor were in 8th grade. A Land Rover is a player that can and will do it all on the floor who doesn’t play above the rim. By it all, I mean everything. Being a floor general, shooting the deep ball, slashing, being a pest on defense and most importantly being a leader who can be an extension of the coach. Coleman III has all the traits to be great.

Trenton Adams | Atlanta Swish | 2029
Adams was a spark for Atlanta Swish en route to helping them capturing their first championship of the year. He stepped up big time on both ends of the floor. Being a pest of defense and making amazing plays in transition that led to easy buckets.

Symeon Watson | Atlanta Swish | 2029
Watson, known for his shooting from the mid-long range area made it his duty to play big in the absence of his counterpart Junub, who left the Who Got Next Tip-Off early with an injury. Watson began snagging boards, blocking and altering shots, along with doing his usual; scoring efficiently from all over the floor and making plays for others. This was proof Watson can do it all.

Percy Wilson | SKG Different | 2029
Wilson is a problem child. He plays strong, fast and for his team. He’s a nightmare to try and contain on the glass. Wilson makes his presence felt in transition. With his size and strength it’s tough for defenders to make him alter his game.

Allen Befekadu | SKG Different | 2029
Befekadu is a three level scoring forward that has one of the smoothest games in 2029. He doesn’t need many dribbles to get the shot he wants. His catch and shooting ability is top notch. Befekadu is not a player you want to leave alone.

Issac Wright | SKG Different | 2029
Wright is a quiet assassin on the floor. He doesn’t talk or celebrate much, but will light you up. Wright can make plays for himself and others. His length and quickness allows him to pick his spots.

Kingsley Anderson | SKG Different | 2029
This sharpshooting lead guard makes things on the floor look easy. Anderson’s game complements bigs who can shoot and wings who run the floor. He’s good in the pick and roll and lethal in the open court. He’s a pick your poison type of player.

Josh McGill | T3 Mamba | 2029
McGill gets it out the mud. He’s a two-way talent that feeds off the plays he makes on either end of the floor. He finished well around the basket and did it best when contact was involved. McGill is a good backcourt player to have.

Jarris Walker | T3 Mamba | 2029
Walker is a highly functional offensive talent that can seriously put the ball in the bucket. He had a game where he posted 25 points and helped secure a big win for T3 Mamba. Walker’s slashing could not be contained.

LeSean Bradford | Team HIM | 2029
Bradford is what we like to call a late bloomer, but he is evolving into a young phenom. He’s a lanky, agile, athletic wing who can guard multiple positions and score inside and outside. His development under Team HIM has been remarkable.

Denney Stomer Jr | Team HIM | 2029
Stomer Jr gets better and better with time. His instinctual movements and high level energy is contagious. This team feeds off of that. Stomer Jr takes what the defense gives him and he’s so well versed that it could be impactful. From his jumper to his floater, Stomer Jr can light it up quick.

Israel Thornton | SDA | 2029
Thornton was one of the best shooters in attendance at the Who Got Next Tip-Off. He nailed 7 threes in one game and notched 29 points. Thornton has a quick trigger and can ring off 2-3 in a row. It’s advised to pick up as he crosses half court.