2026 Bob Gibbons Tournament of Champions: 17U Top Performers, Part I
SUWANEE, GA – The historic Bob Gibbons Tournament of Champions returned for its latest rendition over the weekend inside the friendly confines of Suwanee Sports Academy. Like any other year, the event showcased some of the premiere talent in the South.
We’ve got plenty to get into from the weekend so we’ll get our post content rolling with the top performers from the 17U division. Without further adieu, here’s our first batch of top performers from the 2026 Bob Gibbons Tournament of Champions…
Fred Martin Jr., 2027 CG, P7 Elite: After looking back at this year’s edition of Bob Gibbons, Martin Jr. is the guard I keep coming back to. The Memphis (TN) Harding Academy guard brought the intensity and kept his foot on the gas from start to finish, consistently putting pressure on the defense with his ability to get downhill. At 6-foot-1, Martin oozes with confidence and moxy – and his play reflects it. He scored the ball from all three levels throughout the weekend, but his creative finishes amongst contact were the most impressive. Martin was also one of the best defenders we had in the 17U division. If I were a low-major program serious about winning, I’d put this guy at the top of my recruiting board. - Garrett Tucker
Khaleil Walters, 2027 F, No Guts No Glory: Walters was the biggest revelation amongst our staff this weekend. With his combination of size, length, versatility and ball skills, he got multiple HoopSeen staff members excited with his play and was a no-brainer to add to this list. The 6-foot-6 forward had no problem creating his own shot and impacting the game in multiple ways. Walters excelled off of drives and slashes to the basket, but he kept defenses honest by showing some shooting touch, too. I’ll go ahead and say this: Walters is going to be one of the biggest sleepers in the South in the 2027 recruiting cycle. Remember the name. - Garrett Tucker
Nate Winters, 2027 WF, OTP Pro 16: Winters was one of the most talented players we saw in the gym this weekend. He cruised through much of the weekend, but, when his team needed him most, he turned things on. The lanky 6-foot-6 turned things up a notch on Sunday with his creativity and scoring off the bounce. He converted several tough finishes going towards the rim, landing several and-1 finishes in the process. The range and potential is what obviously gets people the most excited, though. Winters’ ball skills and shooting ability was evident, and I don’t blame college programs for investing in him early. I think he’s a prospect to buy stock in going forward. - Garrett Tucker
R.J. Scott, 2027 WF, Hoop Atlanta UA Rise: Scott set the tone for HoopAtlanta UA Rise all weekend with his high motor and intensity. The 6-foot-4 wing thrives off attacking the basket, rebounding from the perimeter, and making winning plays. His energy and athleticism consistently give his team a spark, especially in big moments. Scott showed just that this weekend when he came up clutch in HoopAtlanta’s semi-final win with a dunk at the end of regulation. I thought he had as productive a weekend as anyone in the field. - Mekhi McKinney
Zach Graves, 2027 PG, Georgia Stars EYCL: Graves was a headache for opposing teams all weekend and he showed exactly why he’s regarded as one of the best floor generals in the Peach State. with his offensive prowess. The 5-foot-11 point guard showcased his offensive prowess in multiple ways, highlighted by his ability to create for others and his ability to score on his own. The talented lefty can score from anywhere on the floor with deep range and advanced shot creation off the dribble. Despite only being 5-foot-11, Graves was a mismatch problem with his strength and bowling ball style of play. Graves led his Georgia Stars squad to a Bob Gibbons championship and enhanced his profile as a prospect, too. - Mekhi McKinney
Dalton Price, 2027 CG, Mamba Elite: Price was a highlight reel for our resident mixtape mafia groups all weekend as he scored the ball in bunches and made some flashy passes to open teammates. The dynamic scorer burst onto the scene on Saturday with a couple of loud scoring runs of his own, including a nice comeback win for Team Mamba. While he can put up points in a hurry, Price doesn’t rush or force anything. He did a nice job making reads and finding shooters while also being able to pick his spots and score efficiently. The Lassiter (GA) product is a versatile offensive piece that brings a ton of value to a team. I can see a variety of different schools taking a look at this this spring. - Garrett Tucker
