As far as events are concerned, Phoenix is quickly becoming one of the nation’s basketball capitols. With a combination of great weather, affordable travel, and no shortage of facilities, The Grand Canyon State plays host to a legit hoops event virtually every single weekend. Given a relatively slow slate of games back home in Minneapolis, I opted to shoot to Phoenix to take in the Hoopers On1y Phhacility Classic 3.

Mixing a middle school AAU tournament with a prep school showcase, there was no shortage of talent in Phoenix. Prep schools from California, Canada, Pennsylvania, Las Vegas, and a host of others descended upon the Phhacility to get some quality games in. Leo Sotomayor and his staff were incredibly accommodating, keeping me up to date with schedule changes and letting me know some sleepers, making it a super smooth event to cover.

Here are a few of the top performers from the 2024 Hoopers On1y Phhacility Classic 3:

Jae’Coby Osborne, 6’6, SF, Bella Vista Prep (AZ), 2024
While there were players who had bigger names at the event, there may have not been anyone who had a better two-way performance than Jae’Coby Osborne. The Houston product was a monster finisher in transition, made great cuts to open areas of the court, and locked down virtually every single position for Bella Vista. Heading to New Mexico State next year, Osborne has the ability on both ends to help the rapidly resurging program.

Paul Osaruyi, 6’9, PF, Canyon International Academy (AZ), 2027
The most highly touted player in the event, Paul Osaruyi didn’t put up huge numbers, but certainly showed the raw talent that has him amongst the elite players in the class of 2027. The Canadian big uses his freakish athleticism to change the game on both ends, is a developing 3-point shooter, and has the potential to take over when his confidence is high.The blend of size, raw skills both inside and out, and athleticism place Osaruyi right there near the top of the class.

Jaden Vance, 6’4, SG, Bella Vista Prep (AZ), 2025
A player who has been blowing up on the Grind Session, Jaden Vance was a super efficient scorer for Bella Vista at Hoopers On1y. The scoring guard was automatic with his pull-up J, has deep 3-point range, and is able to defend all three perimeter positions. Vance already holds numerous D1 offers and will be a name to watch during the live period.

Dilen Miller, 6’3, PG, Inspire Prep (AZ), 2024
A player I hadn’t seen before, Dilen Miller was the physical, shifty point guard from years past. He openly sought contact, killed opposing defenders with his change of pace, and was automatic with his mid-range pullup. The gritty, hard nosed play that he brings should give him the opportunity to earn immediate minutes at Georgia State.

Ahmere Carson, 6’2, PG, Skyline Prep (AZ), 2024
A downright physically punishing guard, Ahmere Carson used his massive frame to provide a huge impact on both ends of the floor for Skyline Prep. The lefty excelled at finishing through contact when going downhill, can really pass it with both hands, and provided immense pressure on the rock defensively. Headed to UMKC, the Chicago product will bring a level of toughness you don’t see out of many Summit League point guards.

Rokiem Green, 6’3, PG/SG, Canyon International Academy, 2026
Yet another Canadian to make the voyage to Arizona, Rokiem Green showed that he’s next in line in the backcourt. Typically running with the EYBL Scholastic team, Green was playing with the EIBC group and put on a show. The sophomore was a confident 3-point shooter (hit game winning three against Inspire Prep), put pressure on the defense any time that he had the ball in his hands, and locked down both backcourt positions. Already holding mid major offers, Green should be adding plenty more running with Arizona Unity in the EYBL.