📊 CoachDPrep CORE GPT Spotlight:
Jayden Barton — Versatile Floor General with High IQ
Name: Jayden Barton
X/Twitter: @JaydenBarton_ (Follows you)
Class: 2026
Position: Point Guard (PG)
School: Gatlinburg‑Pittman High School
Height: 6’3”
GPA: 4.0
NCAA ID: 2311164404
Film: https://hudl.com/video/3/18753452/67d382ef3119a33444611f49
Supportive Tags on X:
@PrepHoopsTN • @5StarPreps • @KevinMoses38 • @schs_bball • @SCHSSmokyBears
🔎 ATHLETE PROFILE SUMMARY
Jayden Barton is a cerebral, well‑rounded point guard with a polished offensive game, strong defensive instincts, and a true floor leadership presence — rare traits for a Class of 2026 guard. Add in his 4.0 GPA, academic consistency, and complete statistical profile, and he’s exactly the type of student‑athlete that thrives within high‑performance basketball programs.
🏀 CORE STRENGTHS & SCOUTING ANALYSIS
🎯 1. Scoring Efficiency & Offensive Impact:
Current Season through 11 games:
- 2FG: 59%
- 3FG: 38.4%
- FT: 76.6%
- PPG: 23
- RPG: 6.8
- APG: 4.4
- SPG: 3.2
- BPG: .4
- CHG: .5
- Deflections per game: 6.5
- +/-: +18.9
- Minutes per game: 26
- VPS: 1.57
Junior Season
- 15.4 PPG at an efficient rate
- 68% 2FG — elite at finishing around the rim and on selective jumpers
- 35% 3FG — respectable outside stroke; coachable for expansion
- 62% FT — area to clean up, but volume scoring remains strong
Jayden is not just scoring — he’s creating intentional shot opportunities and shooting with discipline rather than volume.
🧠 2. Dynamic Playmaking
- 3.6 AST per game — effective distributor for team offense
- Leads offense with movement, spacing, and read‑and‑react instincts
- Strong on ball‑screens and transition facilitation
Point guards who can both score and distribute are in high demand — Jayden’s mixed offensive numbers demonstrate true primary ball handler traits.
🛡️ 3. Defensive Versatility & Court Awareness
- 2.1 STL per game — showcases anticipatory defense
- 3.1 DEF (Deflections) — active hands and awareness
- 0.4 BLK — rim protection isn’t a primary PG strength, but this reflects effort and timing
His defensive profile marks him as a floor general who influences both ends — a true differentiator in recruiting.
📊 4. Rebounding & Hustle Plays
- 5.1 RPG — excellent for a 6’3″ guard, gives teams rebounding from guard position
- Minutes (27 per game) — demonstrates trust from coaches and conditioning
A guard who rebounds and defends sparks momentum changes and can close games.
📚 5. Academic & Character Grade
4.0 GPA headlines Jayden as one of the best academically prepared athletes in the class. Colleges — especially high‑academic programs — will love his classroom discipline, accountability, and next‑level work habits.
⚠️ AREAS TO DEVELOP & EXPAND
📈 Shooting Consistency & Free Throw Growth
- Improving free‑throw percentage (mid‑60s) helps confidence as a primary ball handler
- Expanding 3‑point range efficiency (toward 38%+) will elevate purely offensive output
📹 Film Breakdown / Labeling
Coaches love organized film. Prioritize labeled reels like:
- Pick‑and‑roll sets
- Ball screen creation & read movement
- Defensive possessions showing steals / deflections
- Late‑game execution clips
This segmentation boosts evaluation speed.
📈 RECRUITING PROJECTION
Category Rating Skill
Profile 8.8 / 10
IQ & Decision Quality 9.2 / 10
Defense 8.5 / 10
Academic Leadership 9.8 / 10
Recruit Projection Power 5 / High Mid‑Major D1 / Top FCS Upside Huge with expanded shooting & free throw efficiency
Summary:
Jayden Barton is the type of guard who wins games, not just scores them. Teams at the Power 5 and high‑mid major D1 levels love point guards who guard, rebound, distribute, and impact the rhythm — all while carrying elite academic scores and leadership presence.
🎯 CORE GPT RECRUITING BLUEPRINT — NEXT STEPS
Here’s your strategic plan for visibility, development, and connection:
🧱 1. Recruit‑Ready Profile Page
Ensure this includes:
✔ Bio + contact info
✔ Film links + labeled clips
✔ Academic transcript snapshot
✔ Scouting notes + stats breakdown
This becomes the coach’s shortcut for evaluation.
🧪 2. Track / Combine Measurables
Add:
- 40‑yard sprint (court sprint timer)
- Lane agility / shuttle times
- Vertical jump / explosion scores
These quantify athletic action beyond film.
🧹 3. Film Segmentation
Create reps that highlight:
- Pick‑and‑roll attack patterns
- Catch‑and‑shoot moments
- Defensive anticipatory possessions
- End‑of‑game pressure sequences
Labeled film accelerates coach engagement.
🌐 4. Targeted Outreach
Build a target list by program fit:
- Power 5 / ACC, Big 12, Big Ten
- High mid‑major D1 (AAC, Mountain West)
- FCS elite (Missouri Valley, CAA)
- Academic / high education value schools (Ivy + high GPA favoring)
Use outreach templates with:
- Intro + contact
- Film links
- Academic summary
- Position projection
📆 5. Monthly Recruiting Calendar
Use this seasonal plan:
✔ Winter (Jan–Mar) — Measurables & profile polish
✔ Spring (Apr–May) — Labeled film drops + visits
✔ Summer — Camps + live showcases
✔ Fall (Season) — Weekly stacked clips + coach follow‑ups
Consistency = visibility.
🧠 POSITIONING FOR COACHES
“A cerebral point guard who influences scoring, distribution, defense, and rebounding — with elite academic profile and leadership on every possession.”
Giving coaches a clear role identity speeds recruiting traction.
🔥 READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR GAME?
🎯 Jayden Barton is locked in with the CORE GPT Blueprint – powered by CoachDPrep. If you’re a college coach, scout, or recruiter looking for a 6’3” high-IQ floor general with a 4.0 GPA and elite shooting efficiency – your next PG1 just might be here.
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📩 Coaches: Tap in early. The foundation is built. The upside is real.
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