The 2026 JSE Team Camp Showcase brought a competitive mix of talent, structure, and opportunity, giving players a strong platform to separate themselves through production and winning impact. With teams competing in a camp setting, the event highlighted prospects who could adjust quickly, play within a system, and still make their presence felt when matchups tightened. Guards controlled tempo and created advantages, wings impacted both ends with versatility, and bigs anchored key stretches with activity and physicality. This first group of standouts set the tone for the showcase and established themselves as names to track moving forward.
Kerry Simmons, 2027 6-3 Guard, Bolton Academy
Simmons gave Bolton Academy a strong, poised guard presence with the size and feel to impact the game in multiple ways. At 6-foot-3, he used his frame well when handling pressure, protecting the ball, and playing through contact.
Offensively, Simmons showed a good balance of scoring and playmaking. He created advantages off the dribble, got downhill with control, and made smart reads when help defenders stepped into the lane. His ability to see the floor and make timely passes helped keep the offense organized. When he stayed aggressive, he put consistent pressure on the defense and created quality looks for himself and others.
Defensively, Simmons used his length to guard on the perimeter and compete across multiple matchups. He stayed active, contested shots, and showed the tools to become a productive two-way guard as his shooting and decision-making continue to develop.
Royce Roberts, 6-1 Guard, Bolton Academy
Roberts brought steady backcourt play and a competitive edge for Bolton Academy. He handled the ball with confidence, played with control, and showed the ability to get his team into offense without being sped up.
On the offensive end, Roberts was effective attacking gaps and creating off the bounce. He used pace well, got into the paint, and made good decisions once the defense shifted. He also showed scoring value around the rim, especially when he played decisively and used changes of speed to create space.
Roberts made a strong impression defensively as well. He moved his feet, competed at the point of attack, and brought toughness to Bolton Academy’s perimeter group. His all-around approach made him a dependable guard throughout the showcase.
Trey Dorty, 2027 6-0 PG, Alexandria Senior High School
Dorty stood out as a true lead guard with quickness, command, and the ability to organize possessions. He played with his head up, changed speeds well, and consistently found ways to create paint touches without overdribbling.
As a playmaker, Dorty showed strong feel. He got into the lane and made good choices, whether that meant finishing, dropping off a pass, or kicking the ball out to shooters. His burst helped him create separation, and his pace made him difficult to contain in both transition and half-court settings.
Defensively, Dorty brought active pressure. He stayed low, moved laterally, and used his quickness to disrupt opposing guards. His combination of point guard instincts, speed, and competitiveness gave Alexandria Senior High School a reliable engine.
Keshun Malcolm, 2027 6-5 Guard, Ruston High School
Malcolm was one of the more intriguing perimeter prospects at the showcase because of his size, length, and versatility. At 6-foot-5, he gave Ruston High School a big guard who could create mismatches and make plays from different areas of the floor.
Offensively, Malcolm flashed as a creator and secondary playmaker. He covered ground quickly when attacking downhill, saw over smaller defenders, and showed the ability to finish or make the next pass when help rotated. His comfort in transition also stood out, where his stride and length allowed him to pressure defenses before they were set.
On defense, Malcolm’s physical tools gave him value across multiple matchups. He contested shots, bothered ball-handlers with his reach, and showed the mobility to defend on the perimeter. As his shooting and consistency continue to improve, his long-term upside is easy to see.
Travis Barber, 2029 6-0 Guard, Zachary High School
Barber showed promising maturity and guard instincts for a 2029 prospect. He played with confidence, brought energy to Zachary High School’s backcourt, and showed a willingness to attack while still keeping the game simple.
Offensively, Barber handled the ball well in space and looked comfortable creating off the dribble. He attacked openings, got downhill when defenders were off balance, and made simple reads to keep possessions moving. His scoring upside showed in his ability to reach the paint and finish plays around the rim.
Defensively, Barber competed with active feet and good effort. He stayed engaged on and off the ball, worked to contain guards, and gave Zachary steady energy on the perimeter. As he develops physically and sharpens his shooting and playmaking, he is a young guard to monitor.
Eli Washington, 2027 6-8 Forward, Airline High School
Washington was one of the more physically intriguing prospects in attendance. At 6-foot-8, he brought excellent size and length, but his ability to function as a wing made him especially interesting.
Offensively, Washington showed flashes as a slasher, cutter, transition finisher, and developing perimeter piece. He ran the floor well, attacked lanes with long strides, and used his length to finish over smaller defenders. When he kept the game simple, he found ways to produce without forcing tough plays.
His rebounding from the wing spot also stood out. Washington tracked the ball well and helped turn stops into transition opportunities. Defensively, his length allowed him to contest shots, disrupt passing lanes, and provide help around the rim. Continued growth as a shooter and ball-handler could raise his ceiling significantly.
Landon Tinsley, 2029 6-6 Forward, Anacoco High School
Tinsley stood out as a young forward with size, activity, and a strong foundation to build on. At 6-foot-6 in the 2029 class, he already has good physical tools and showed the motor needed to impact the game around the basket.
On offense, Tinsley was productive when he played with energy. He ran the floor, found space as a cutter, and gave Anacoco High School a target near the rim. His length helped him finish over contests, and he showed good instincts moving into scoring areas.
Tinsley also made an impact on the glass. He pursued rebounds, extended possessions, and helped limit second chances defensively. With added strength, improved touch, and more confidence as a face-up option, he has the tools to develop into a useful two-way forward.
D’Juan Tanner, 2027 6-4 Guard, Opelousas High School
Tanner brought size, athleticism, and playmaking flashes to the guard spot. At 6-foot-4, he had the frame to absorb contact, see over defenders, and create advantages in the open floor.
Offensively, Tanner was at his best when attacking downhill. He used his stride to cover ground quickly, pressured the rim, and showed the ability to finish through contact. He also flashed as a passer when help arrived, making solid reads and finding teammates without forcing the action.
On defense, Tanner’s length and activity were valuable. He contested shots, worked to stay in front of ball-handlers, and showed the tools to guard multiple perimeter positions. His physical profile and two-way flashes make him a strong player to keep tracking as his shooting and handle continue to sharpen.
Connor Rosenthal, 2027 6-1 Guard, Peabody Magnet High School
Rosenthal gave Peabody Magnet a tough, dependable guard who contributed within the flow of the game. He played with control, handled pressure well, and made sound decisions when attacking the defense.
Offensively, Rosenthal showed value as both a scorer and connector. He created space off the dribble, attacked closeouts, and made plays for himself or teammates without forcing possessions. His ability to play with pace helped him take what the defense gave him.
Defensively, Rosenthal competed with energy at the point of attack. He moved his feet, stayed disciplined, and worked to make opposing guards uncomfortable. His toughness and steady approach made him a reliable backcourt piece.
Jaden Davis, 2027 6-8 Forward, Bossier High School
Davis gave Bossier High School a strong interior presence with size, length, and activity around the rim. At 6-foot-8, he had the tools to affect the game as a finisher, rebounder, and paint defender.
On offense, Davis was effective when he played through the paint. He finished around the basket, caught in traffic, and created opportunities through rim runs, dump-offs, offensive rebounds, and activity rather than forced touches. His length made him a reliable target near the rim.
Davis also stood out on the glass. He pursued rebounds, extended possessions, and controlled space inside when playing with a high motor. Defensively, he challenged shots, altered finishes, and gave Bossier a dominant presence in the lane. Continued growth with his footwork, touch, and face-up skill will help expand his impact.