2026 Bama Jam: 17U Top Performers, Part II
HOOVER, AL – After a busy weekend at the Finley Center, the 2026 edition of Bama Jam is officially in the books. Looking back at Saturday and Sunday’s action, there’s plenty of news and notes to comb through.
With that being said, we’re kicking off our event coverage by looking at the top performers from the 17U division, headlined by some of the best overall players in the event.
Without further adieu, here’s our second round of top performers from the 17U division…
RELATED: 17U Top Performers, Part I
Dalton Black, Refuse 2 Lose: Refuse 2 Lose picked up right where they left off last season, as the Birmingham based squad rolled to a 4-0 record over the weekend. The same can be said for Dalton Black, who lit the HoopSeen Association on fire last year with his scoring ability. The Hewitt-Trussville (AL) product has a true knack for putting the ball in the basket from all three levels, but he’s more than just a scorer. He’s a supreme competitor and a reliable ball-handler that plays with poise and doesn’t get rushed. It’s safe to say he kicked his spring off on the right foot. - Garrett Tucker
Korajo Dickens, 2028 PF, BMaze Elite: Dickens was one of the most challenging defensive assignments from Bama Jam due to his size and versatility. The 6-foot-7 forward can play inside and out, but he really put opposing defenses in tough positions with his skill-set and bowling ball approach. He excelled at attacking from the perimeter and getting downhill, where he was able to muscle through the competition. Dickens also made some shots from 15 feet out, though. He’s a quality defender that can guard multiple positions, too. - Garrett Tucker
Tyler Griffin, 2027 CG, HoopAtlanta UA Rise: Tyler Griffin is coming off one of the best scoring seasons in Georgia this past year, and he’s carried that momentum into the start of his travel season. Griffin helped HoopAtlanta (Harpring) UA Rise go 2-0 on Saturday at #BamaJam with two 20+ point performances. He is a sharpshooter who can hit from deep, attack on straight-line drives, and overall has a strong understanding of the game. I expect Griffin’s recruitment to really take off over the next few months as he continues to prove he can produce against top competition. - Mekhi McKinney
Gunner Spain, 2026 SG, HoopGwinnett 85: Gunner Spain is a flat-out bucket getter. He helped HoopGwinnett 85 come back from a 17-point deficit in their win over Pro One. Spain knocked down five threes, stayed active on defense, ran the lanes for transition threes and layups, and made solid plays with the ball in his hands. I think Spain should be on the radar of a lot of coaches. He’s a 6’4 guard with a burner, and he’s a gamer. - Mekhi McKinney
Cody Coachman, SM Ballers: SM Ballers got production across the board from the entire team at Bama Jam, but Gardendale (AL) wing Cody Coachman was a consistent name each game. The wiry lefty is an intriguing two-way prospect with his defensive prowess and scoring ability. At 6-foot-3, Coachman can make some shots, but he’s much more dangerous as a driver. In fact, he made several tough finishes on slashes to the rim in SMB’s win over BMaze Elite 16U. Coachman scored 15 of his team-high 18 points in the second half, including a couple of contested finishes down the stretch. - Garrett Tucker