The Elite Basketball Circuit (EBC) kicked off its 2023-24 Basketball campaign with EBC SoCal this past weekend. Over 300 Boys and Girls competed in the 2-day event featuring some of the top players in the middle school space on the West Coast. Taking place in Orange County, California, the elite SoCal event proved to be a hub for OC youth basketball, with the top players showcasing their skills throughout different portions of the camp which included Queen of the Court, King of the Court, 3 Point Contest, all-star games and more!
AWARD WINNERS
Boys
8th Grade (2028)
- MVP: King Johnson – The 6’0” high-level impact guard had an outstanding weekend averaging 30 PPG, 8.3 RPG, 3 APG, and 3 SPG. Johnson’s offensive skillset was beyond everyone else at the camp. He has an impressive handle, vision, and is a three-level scorer.
- Outstanding Performers: David Gorodezki, Jayden Garibay, Noah Kirsch-Lopez, Shalen Sheppard, and Tim Wurmlinger
- King of the Court: Shalen Sheppard
- Hustle: Tavien Bell
- Defense: Ryan Doane
- Playmaker: Lucky Davis
7th Grade (2029)
- MVP: Quali Giran – The smooth and skilled guard took over the Top 20 All-Star game by dominating on the open floor. Giran dished out 7 assists, including 5 straight assists in the key moments of the game and had 9 points that led his team to victory. Overall, Giran averaged 22.5 PPG, 6 RPG and 3.3 APG.
- Outstanding Performers: Dekoda Ray, Donnell Meekins, Jacobi Thompson, Krawford Bailey, and Phillip Reed
- King of the Court: Phillip Reed
- Hustle: Freddie Forbes
- Defense: Mychal McQueen
- Playmaker: Yakai Craig
- 3PT Shooting Contest: Freddie Forbes
6th Grade (2030)
- MVP: King Harris – King made his presence known as soon as he stepped in the gym. He has great size and a developed skillset that allows him to dominate offensively and defensively. King averaged 26.5 PPG and 13 RPG and also took home the KOTC championship.
- Outstanding Performers: Honor Tyler (2031), Jackson Elcott, Jeremy Combs, Noah Austin, Zyere Bowman
- King of the Court: King Harris
- Hustle: Kaleb Kim
- Defense: Noah Hale
- Playmaker: Andrew Pisarnwongs
5th Grade (2031)
- MVP: Damauri Cosby – The versatile lead guard that can shoot and handle the rock had a terrific Top 20 game leading his team to victory. Cosby finished with 14 Points, 10 Rebounds and 3 Assists.
- Outstanding Performers: Cole Smith, Rashaad King, William Artope, Xavier Latham, and Zai Robinson
- King of the Court: Damauri Cosby
- Hustle: Robert Doehler
- Defense: Dannon Castillo
- Playmaker: Travis Vipond
- 3PT Shooting Contest: Travis Vipond
4th Grade (2032)
- MVP: Allen Carapetian – The Arizona native lead his class in scoring with 16.3 PPG, won King of the Court, and led his Top 20 team to victory after putting in 12 points and 2 assists.
- Outstanding Performers: Avery Robinson, Grayson James Meekins, Kingston Bailey, Ryan Yakhi, and Wade Bonam
- King of the Court: Allen Carapetian
- Hustle: Adam Bagatsing
- Defense: Jaeden Paneda
- Playmaker: Tristan Cody
3rd Grade (2033)
- MVP: Cai Brown – Cai had a terrific camp averaging 12.5 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 4 APG playing up a grade level. Cai led his Top 20 team to victory, putting up 20 points and 13 rebounds.
- Outstanding Performers: Akihiko Hudgins, Jace Aurelio, Nicholas Artope, Truss Wiggins, and Zo Peterson
- Hustle: Aaron Lavi
- Defense: Wes Lin
- Playmaker: Mekhai McQueen
GIRLS
8th Grade (2028)
- MVP: Jessica Liu – Liu is a high IQ guard that controls the game by providing teammates with open looks while also being able to knock it down from deep. Liu averaged 16.3 PPG, 4.3 RPG, and 4 APG.
- Outstanding Performers: Alyssa Canizal, Amya Guzman, Destinee Watson-Tidwell, Leah Sasaki, and Tezakaiya Johnson-Nash
- Hustle: Stacy Yoshioka
- Defense: Naomi Kemle
- Playmaker: Gianna Giglio
- 3PT Shooting Contest: Leah Sasaki
7th Grade (2029)
- MVP: Addison Archer – The most outstanding girls’ player at the camp is a terrific talent. She has terrific footwork and is a fierce competitor. Addison averaged 19.5 PPG, 8 RPG and 3 APG for the weekend.
- Outstanding Performers: Adori Ross, Alanah Camacho, Iyla Jones, Kyndall Williams, and Laecy Wilkins
- King of the Court: Addison Archer
- Hustle: Jordyn Jefferson
- Defense: Malia Amerson
- Playmaker: Elise Vipond
6th Grade (2030)
- MVP: Jadyn Van Horn – Van Horn is a tremendous competitor that enjoys contact, but also is a highly skilled ball handler and shooter. Van Horn played up at the camp, but still managed to average 16.3 PPG and 7.5 RPG.
- Outstanding Performers: Calista Monroe, Giselle Monroe, Nayeli Herrera, Rayah Hawthorne, and Viviana E. Morales
- King of the Court: Nayeli Herrera
- Hustle: Lucy Inocencio
- Defense: Remi Sumpter
- Playmaker: Mariam Williams
5th Grade (2031)
- MVP: Jazmine Edwards – Edwards had a terrific camp showcasing her lead guard skills. She communicates well on defense and works well in both the half-court and fast break offenses.
- Outstanding Performers: Dehlana Silva, Gemma Anacone, Harper Lewis, Kali Montgomery, and Kaylie Rudinger
- Hustle: Kaylie Rud
- Defense: Audrey Spears
- Playmaker: Dehlana Silva
4th Grade (2032)
- MVP: Layla Malcom – Malcom has excellent size and the skillset to be an impact player. She held her own in the paint by rebounding and blocking/altering shots even while playing up a level. She averaged 7.5 RPG.
- Outstanding Performers: Addison Tanioka, Alani Cook, Bailei Hudgins, Taedyn Freeman and Vivian Carrion
- Hustle: Julienne Hsi
- Defense: Alyna Suh
- Playmaker: Dahlia Skelton
