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2024 Alabama Fall Preview: Team 4 Evaluations

Ryan Lemons
8, Oct 2024

2024 Alabama Fall Preview: Team 4 Evaluations

We had a fantastic day of action on Sunday at the Alabama Fall Preview. During drills, gameplay, and other sessions, our coaches and staff were closely evaluating all the action. 

Here’s what our coaches and staff had to say about Team 4:

Devon McKinnon

Birmingham, AL

Class
2025
|
Position
SG
|
Height
6' 5"
|
National
NR
National Pos. Rank
NR
State
25
State Pos. Rank
4

Devon McKinnon, 2025 SG, Clay-Chalkville: McKinnon was one of the top performers in attendance at the Alabama Fall Preview. Read what we had to say about his day here.

Riley Kent

Hoover, AL

Class
2026
|
Position
PG
|
Height
6' 1"
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Riley Kent, 2026 CG, Spain Park: The smooth lefty looked plenty comfortable initiating offense throughout the day. He also made some shots with range and showcased his versatile offensive package.

Ryan Lemons

Gardendale, AL

Class
2027
|
Position
PG
|
Height
6'
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Ryan Lemons, 2027 PG, Gardendale: Lemons was one of the bright young point guards we had in the field. He displayed elite vision and his high basketball IQ as a pass-first guard. 

Ty Odom

Hartselle, AL

Class
2025
|
Position
SG
|
Height
6' 1"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Ty Odom, 2025 SG, Hartselle: Odom excelled in catch-and-shoot scenarios during camp, distancing himself as one of the top shooters in the building. He also did a nice job playing in passing lanes and making things difficult for opposing offenses. 

Cornelius Brown

Buhl, AL

Class
2027
|
Position
CG
|
Height
6' 1"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Cornelius Brown, 2027 CG, Sipsey Valley: Brown brought the energy for his team. He plays with a high motor and has the potential to be an elite defender with his length and athleticism. Keep an eye on his name at Sipsey Valley this season.

Kamron Gamble

Decatur, AL

Class
2026
|
Position
CG
|
Height
6' 1"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Kamron Gamble, 2026 CG, Decatur: Gamble earned a couple of top performer votes and was mentioned as a camp standout.

Dave Carter

Trussville, AL

Class
2025
|
Position
C
|
Height
6' 5"
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Dave Carter, 2025 PF, Hewitt-Trussville: Carter was the ideal anchor for Team 4. The true 5 man did a quality job defending the post and scoring on the block. 

Samuel Marco Smith

Elberta, AL

Class
2027
|
Position
SF
|
Height
6' 4"
|
School Team
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Samuel Marco Smith, 2027 WF, Elberta: Smith showed he’s the ultimate utility guy on the floor. In fact, a coach made the comment that he “does so much to affect winning.” Not bad for a young sophomore.

Sam Fox

Hoover, AL

Class
2026
|
Position
SF
|
Height
6' 3"
|
National
WL
National Pos. Rank
WL
State
WL
State Pos. Rank
WL

Sam Fox, 2026 WF, Spain Park: Fox showed his ultimate versatility as a player on Saturday. He defends multiple positions and brings a hardhat attitude when he steps on the floor. He did a nice job creating space in pick-and-roll opportunities, too.


Garrett Tucker
State Editor

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