Event Recap: 2026 Light the Game Combine
In the latest edition of ‘P.I. Pulse’, Pro Insight’s Matt McKay spotlights the prospects who made their mark at the fourth-annual Light the Game Combine:
The fourth annual Light the Game Combine, hosted in collaboration with Pro Insight, brought together 37 prospects from across the Pacific Northwest at Parkrose High School in Portland, Oregon, for a comprehensive day of basketball development, evaluation, and competition.
Formerly known as the Pro Insight Pop-Up Run, the invitation-only event continued to build on its foundation of providing meaningful opportunities for emerging talent. This year's group featured prospects spanning the 2027 through 2030 high school classes, with an intriguing blend of established regional standouts and younger players beginning to make their mark.
What separated this year's event was not simply the depth of talent, but the collective engagement throughout the day. From instructional stations to competitive five-on-five action, participants embraced coaching, responded to challenges, and demonstrated a willingness to compete and improve. The combination of experienced leadership, hands-on instruction, and a receptive group of athletes helped make the fourth installment arguably the strongest yet.
A comprehensive developmental experience
The day's programming extended well beyond traditional showcase competition, beginning with comprehensive NBA Draft Combine-style measurements, speed and agility work, and instructional stations before transitioning into five-on-five action, athletic testing, and interactive classroom sessions. Under the direction of lead court coach Beth Mounier, an accomplished and deeply engaged coaching staff established an energetic, teaching-focused environment that proved to be one of the day's defining features.
Longtime NBA sports performance coach Bob Medina oversaw the combine-style testing alongside Nate Graham and Jay Merriweather, who played instrumental roles throughout the day in administering measurements, evaluating athletic performance, and providing hands-on instruction and feedback.
Off the court, Mounier moderated an interactive panel featuring former NBA lottery pick Martell Webster, Medina, and Pro Insight's Tyler Glazier. The conversation was further enriched by impromptu contributions from former NBA point guard Julyan Stone and University of Washington legend and former professional Donald Watts, creating an authentic, free-flowing exchange of experiences, perspectives, and advice. Rather than a conventional lecture, the session offered prospects an opportunity to engage directly with individuals whose collective basketball experiences span virtually every level of the game.
Former NBA All-Star Isaiah Thomas was also among those in attendance, lending his support and engaging with participants throughout the event.
Competition and recognition
On the court, four teams competed in three games apiece, with Team 1 emerging as the lone undefeated squad at 3-0. Guided by coaches Donald Watts and Brian Barkdoll, the group benefited from balanced contributions across all four high school classes, highlighted by team co-MVPs Richad Hudson (2027) and Jrayden Whitfield (2029). Throughout the afternoon, players battled through the physical demands of a comprehensive, day-long schedule, with competitive stretches and individual standout moments extending into the final games.
Six players ultimately received team MVP recognition, with two teams selecting co-MVPs. Honorees included Austin Birley, Richad Hudson, Victor Norris III, Ryan Rohrbacher, Davion Shareef-Dulaney, and Jrayden Whitfield, each receiving recognition supported by event partners GRRR and Shoot 360. With games captured through event partner Synergy Sports, additional film and statistical insights will become available as the footage is logged and processed.
Watch all six games from the 2026 Light the Game Combine, here.
Stock-Boosters
The following 10 prospects distinguished themselves through their performances, developmental progress, and translatable long-term tools.
RJ Barhoum
Clackamas HS (OR) | 6'4.25" Guard | 2027 | 17.7 years old
Recruitment: Air Force, Portland State (offers)
A three-time event participant who returned for his senior campaign, Barhoum has become a familiar face at Pro Insight gatherings, with his primary value proposition remaining abundantly clear: perimeter shot-making. Possessing solid backcourt size and legitimate in-the-gym range, he's equipped with a quick trigger, unwavering confidence, and a short memory, operating with the mentality of a shooter who knows he belongs among the best in the gym. Undeterred by consecutive misses, Barhoum continues to hunt quality looks while consistently working to create separation through purposeful off-ball movement. With shooting gravity extending to 30 feet and beyond, he's a perimeter threat defenses must account for at all times.
Austin Birley
West Valley HS (WA) | 6'5.25" Guard | 2028 | 17.3 years old
Recruitment: Cal, Colorado State, Montana, Northern Arizona, Saint Louis, Seattle U, Washington, Washington State (offers)
A versatile, well-rounded guard/wing who carries himself with maturity and confidence, Birley made his presence felt in a variety of ways throughout the day. Comfortable operating both on and off the ball, he demonstrated the ability to create for himself and others, functioning as a secondary ball-handler and playmaker while contributing effectively in transition and the half court. His perimeter jumper was falling with consistency, complementing an impressive display of multi-level shot-making and offensive versatility. Beyond his offensive contributions, Birley showcased the instincts, approach, and two-way impact of a player who understands how to contribute to winning without needing to dominate possessions.
Victor Norris III Parkrose HS (OR) | 6'2" Guard | 2029 | 16.9 years old
Recruitment: San Francisco, San Jose State, UT-Arlington (offers)
An electric, dynamic guard who plays with contagious energy and an unmistakable joy for the game, Norris consistently makes his presence felt despite his smaller stature. A highly functional athlete with impressive start-stop quickness and a low center of gravity, he leverages his physical tools effectively to create advantages off the bounce and apply consistent pressure on the rim. He's particularly dangerous in the open court, where his speed and ability to change gears make him a blur in transition. In the half court, Norris complements his downhill attacking ability with a developing pull-up game, touch in the intermediate areas, and an improved perimeter jumper. Beyond the skill set, Vic's confidence, enthusiasm, and natural flair make him an especially engaging prospect to watch.
Kason Rogers
Eastside Catholic HS (WA) | 6'6.5" Forward | 2030 | 15.2 years old
Recruitment: Utah, Washington (interest)
Among the more intriguing long-term prospects in attendance, Rogers displayed a level of maturity, poise, and self-assurance beyond his years. A skilled face-up threat with deft touch in the mid-range and the ability to stretch the floor, he consistently kept defenders honest, showing the confidence and shot-making ability to punish late or undisciplined closeouts. While still developing physically and athletically, Rogers demonstrated an advanced understanding of his game, rarely forcing the issue or operating outside his capabilities. He contributed on the glass within his area and made a steady, positive impact throughout the event, combining an encouraging foundation of offensive skill with considerable room for long-term growth.
Ryan Rohrbacher
Bainbridge HS (WA) | 6'4" Guard | 2028 | 17.4 years old
Recruitment: Idaho, Seattle U, Washington State (offers)
Returning for his second consecutive appearance, Rohrbacher built on an impressive showing a year ago, further solidifying his reputation as one of the Northwest's premier perimeter shooters. Possessing strong positional size for an off-guard and a frame that's filling out nicely, he's a lights-out marksman who consistently takes quality shots, moves intelligently without the ball, and leverages his shooting gravity to create advantages for himself and others. More than just a spot-up threat, Rohrbacher showed the ability to attack closeouts with purposeful straight-line drives, making sound reads to finish at the rim or find teammates for drop-offs and kick-outs. A high-IQ, low-mistake player whose misses often come as a surprise, he combines a highly translatable offensive skill set with an increasingly well-rounded game and an exceptionally high floor as a prospect.
Alarion Scott
Centennial HS (OR) | 6'5.5" Wing | 2027 | 17.7 years old
Recruitment: Coming 🔜
An energetic, highly competitive two-way presence who plays with an infectious joy for the game, Scott was among the day's most impactful performers, making a strong case for MVP consideration alongside teammates Austin Birley and Davion Shareef-Dulaney. Continuing his transition from a traditional frontcourt role to more of a big guard/wing, he's shown encouraging progress with his face-up game and perimeter skill set while retaining the physicality, toughness, and rebounding instincts that make him so effective. A relentless competitor who pursues rebounds both in and outside his area, Scott is particularly disruptive defensively, combining excellent timing and anticipation with active hands to generate deflections, tips, and blocks. Effective around the basket and capable of influencing possessions without needing plays called for him, he's a high-motor, winning-oriented prospect whose contributions consistently extend to both ends of the floor. The type of player who can make life miserable for opponents with a smile on his face, Scott's energy and approach are every bit as appealing as his evolving skill set.
Davion Shareef-Dulaney
Lincoln HS (WA) | 6'2" Guard | 2028 | 16.8 years old
Recruitment: Boise State, Cal, Cal State-Northridge, Creighton, ECU, LMU, Montana, Murray State, Oregon State, Saint Louis, San Francisco, TCU, UNLV, Utah, UTEP, Virginia Tech, Washington, Washington State, West Virginia (offers)
Arguably one of the region's most naturally gifted prospects, Shareef-Dulaney has a way of making difficult things look effortless. A dynamic, highly functional athlete who plays bigger than his size, he combines quick-twitch explosiveness with exceptional lateral agility, quick feet, and the ability to get virtually anywhere he wants on the floor. A walking paint touch who consistently puts pressure on the rim, he's equally capable of making defenses pay with his perimeter jumper, giving him an impressive foundation as a multi-level scoring threat. Perhaps most encouraging, however, was his response to being challenged by his team's coach, UTEP all-time assists leader and former NBA point guard Julyan Stone, who pushed him to elevate his defensive intensity. Shareef-Dulaney responded emphatically, showcasing the point-of-attack defensive prowess, anticipation, and disruptive ability to change the momentum of a game. Capable of turning defense into offense in an instant, he's an exciting two-way talent whose ceiling becomes especially intriguing when he's fully engaged on both ends.
Selassie Trahan-Castillo
Kennedy Catholic HS (WA) | 6'3.75" Wing | 2030 | 14.9 years old
Recruitment: Coming 🔜
One of the youngest prospects in attendance, Trahan-Castillo entered the event with an established reputation on the national middle school circuit and did nothing to temper the excitement surrounding his long-term potential. Competing against players two, three, and even four-plus years his senior, he more than held his own, displaying a level of poise, confidence, and maturity that made his age easy to overlook. While still developing physically, with considerable room to grow into his frame, Trahan-Castillo already possesses an encouraging offensive foundation. An effective straight-line driver with soft touch around the basket, he also showed the ability to step out and stretch the floor, offering a glimpse of legitimate three-level scoring potential. Between his advanced approach, developing skill set, and substantial runway for physical growth, Trahan-Castillo profiles as an especially intriguing long-term prospect with both a promising floor and considerable ceiling.
Drake Walsh
Centennial HS (OR) | 6'6.5" Wing | 2028 | 16.3 years old
Recruitment: Portland, UC-San Diego (offers)
One of Oregon's premier prospects, Walsh possesses an enviable combination of positional size, natural strength, dexterity, and versatility, with the physical tools and skill set to impact the game across multiple positions. A naturally right-handed player who operates with near-ambidextrous proficiency, he's equally comfortable handling, passing, and finishing with his left, often displaying such fluidity that his dominant hand becomes difficult to distinguish. An advanced live-dribble passer with impressive court vision and spatial awareness, Walsh consistently surveys the floor, processes defensive coverages, and makes timely reads, offering considerable upside as both an offensive facilitator and connector. His scoring arsenal is equally versatile, featuring perimeter range, touch in the mid-range and mid-post, and an increasingly dynamic finishing package. Perhaps most encouraging is his continued athletic progression, as he's beginning to translate his physical tools into more explosive plays, finishing at and above the rim through traffic, converting lobs, and attacking the basket with newfound power. Already among the state's most talented players, Walsh's combination of size, skill, feel, and ascending athleticism gives him one of the more compelling long-term profiles in the PNW.
Jrayden Whitfield
West Valley HS (WA) | 6'4.5" Guard | 2029 | 16.4 years old
Among the first to arrive in the building on Saturday morning despite making the trip from Yakima, Whitfield wasted little time making his presence felt, turning in a remarkably efficient offensive performance en route to co-MVP honors and helping lead Team 1 to an undefeated 3-0 finish. A high-level shotmaker with deep range, a lightning-quick, no-dip release, and unwavering confidence, he seemingly connected on one catch-and-shoot three after another, while also flashing the ability to knock down shots on the move. Beyond his perimeter prowess, Whitfield displayed encouraging athletic pop as a finisher, elevating impressively around the basket and offering a glimpse of an increasingly dynamic physical profile. An unassuming, baby-faced competitor with a quiet swagger and the demeanor of someone who expects to produce, he combines elite shooting upside with emerging athletic tools and a level of self-assurance that belies his age. Already making a compelling case as one of the Pacific Northwest's top overall prospects regardless of class, Whitfield's long-term trajectory is especially exciting.
Additional Eye-Catchers
Truman Bullington | 2027 | Big | Walla Walla HS (WA)
💡➡️ Frontcourt size, floor-spacing ability, multiple-effort plays
Heaven Chea | 2028 | Guard | Rainier Beach HS (WA)
💡➡️ Confidence, self-creation, flashes of dynamic playmaking
Ambrose Gardner III | 2028 | Guard | Willamette HS (OR)
💡➡️ Vertical pop, purposeful off-ball movement, powerful paint finishing
Keone Gates | 2027 | Guard | Parkrose HS (OR)
💡➡️ Positive energy, rangy frame, long-stride slashing, effortless rim access
Roman Gerts | 2029 | Big | Franklin HS (OR)
💡➡️ Growing confidence and presence, rim protection
Jacob Harper-Grant | 2028 | Wing | Grant HS (OR)
💡➡️ Backcourt size, straight-line driving flashes, C&S ability
Treyson Hill | 2028 | Wing | Thurston HS (OR)
💡➡️ Blend of size + skill, mid-range game, soft touch
Justus Holt | 2028 | Wing | Lincoln HS (WA)
💡➡️ Event-leading wingspan differential (+6.5"), footwork, defensive versatility
Richad Hudson | 2027 | Guard | Benson HS (OR)
💡➡️ Relentless motor, toughness, competitive fire, communication
KJ Jackson | 2027 | Guard | Centennial HS (OR)
💡➡️ Event-best vertical leap (ROKKE testing), two-way playmaking, toughness
Carter Lockhart | 2028 | Guard | Grant HS (OR)
💡➡️ Smooth operator, self-assuredness on O, improving physicality
Karson Maze | 2027 | Guard | Mead HS (WA)
💡➡️ Fearless competitor, full-court ball pressure, anticipation, multi-level scoring
Leo Onishchenko | 2028 | Forward | Centennial HS (OR)
💡➡️ Offensive efficiency, inside-out versatility, soft finishing touch
PJ Sideris | 2030 | Guard | Nelson HS (OR)
💡➡️ Poise beyond his years, toughness, perimeter shooting gravity
Jordan Smith | 2029 | Guard | Parkrose HS (OR)
💡➡️ Backcourt size, effortless shot creation, multi-level scoring + playmaking
Jaiden Thomas | 2030 | Guard | Annie Wright Schools (WA)
💡➡️ Fearless competitiveness, resilience, lightning-quick shooting release
Shay Thompson | 2027 | Wing | Sunset HS (OR)
💡➡️ Perimeter size, sound decision-making, reliable two-way impact
Cole Visserman | 2030 | Big | Curtis HS (WA)
💡➡️ Toughness, floor-spacing flashes, rebounding within his area
Looking ahead
Beyond the individual performances, the fourth annual combine reinforced the depth of basketball talent throughout the Pacific Northwest and the value of bringing prospects from different classes, communities, and developmental stages together in a competitive, teaching-focused environment.
For Light the Game and Pro Insight, the objective remains consistent: expand access, create meaningful exposure, and provide young athletes with resources and experiences that support their development on and off the court.
Special thanks to the coaches, volunteers, media members, and event partners whose contributions made the day possible, along with the players and families who traveled from throughout Oregon and Washington to participate.
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