In July, the top JUCO prospects in the 2026 class headed to Atlanta for the All-American JUCO Showcase Invitational. Over the next few weeks, we will highlight some of the top performers who stood out among the nation's best.
These are in no particular order and will feature five players per article. Here's Part Three:
Elidjah Savane | 6'8 F | Cloud County
Savane is a powerful forward coming off a strong freshman campaign at Cloud, where he averaged 17 PPG, 8.7 RPG, and shot 55% from the field. He followed that up with an impressive performance at the All-American JUCO Showcase Invitational in July. Savane is an efficient interior scorer with quality footwork, touch, and the ability to finish as a rim-runner, lob target, or short-roll option, while also flashing a developing midrange jumper. Defensively, he combines strength and mobility to protect the rim (nearly 2 BPG) and can switch onto perimeter players in stretches. Savane has offers from: East Carolina, UMass, Central Michigan, UMKC, and Missouri State.
Ahemre Carson | 6'3 G | Odessa
Carson had a strong showing in Atlanta this summer against the nation's best. He is a big-bodied guard with natural scoring instincts and the strength to finish through contact. He’s a versatile scorer who can create off the dribble, knock down midrange jumpers, and has extended his range as a perimeter shooter. Carson thrives when attacking downhill, using his frame to absorb contact and finish at the rim, while also having the ability to make quality reads as a passer. Defensively, he uses his strength, IQ, and anticipation to generate turnovers. He holds offers from: SIU Edwardsville, Valparaiso, Northridge, Alabama A&M, UMKC, Green Bay, East Texas A&M, San Jose State, and Incarnate Word.
Deandre Lewis | 6'5 G | East Mississippi CC
Lewis is an athletic, high-motor guard with great positional size and two-way upside. He’s coming off a strong freshman season where he averaged 15 PPG, 4.7 RPG, and 2 APG while shooting nearly 40% from three. Offensively, he's a difficult cover as he constantly puts pressure on the defense by aggressively attacking the rim, scoring from the mid-post, and knocking down threes at a consistent clip. Defensively, Lewis is a disruptive perimeter presence with length, quick feet, and instincts to jump passing lanes, making him an ideal fit for aggressive schemes. He holds offers from LaSalle, UL Monroe, UMKC, Tarleton State, Southern Miss, and Arkansas State.
Naceiar Kirksey | 6'2 G | Monroe College
Kirksey is a high-energy, two-way guard who brings toughness and nonstop effort on both ends. He shot 37% from three on over 100 attempts last season, with most of his offense coming from beyond the arc, but he’s also capable of creating off the dribble with a quick, shifty handle. Defensively, he applies constant ball pressure, using his quickness and strength to stay in front and force turnovers. Kirksey had a strong showing in Atlanta and picked up offers from: Northridge, SC State, and Manhattan.
Doyle Brown | 6'2 G | Richard Bland
Brown is a versatile scoring guard with three-level ability and a knack for making tough shots. At 6'2, 190 pounds, he combines strength and quickness to beat defenders off the dribble, finish through contact, and push the pace in transition. He’s a reliable perimeter threat who can score both off the catch and the dribble, while also thriving in the midrange with his ability to rise up over length. Defensively, Brown plays with toughness and discipline, using his lateral quickness and strength to contain guards while applying constant pressure on the ball. Brown has visited Boston University and also picked up offers from Georgia Southern and Northwestern State.
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