"Certified Bucket Getter with a Relentless Edge"

Braydyn Francis

Twitter & IG: @showtimebraydyn

5’10, 155lbs, Class of 2026

Chapin High School, SC

Braydyn is a smooth, confident guard with a sniper’s touch and a playmaker’s mindset. He thrives off the catch, can create separation off the bounce, and delivers clean pull-ups from his sweet spots. But he’s not just a scorer, he opens up the floor with smart reads, quick decisions, and a team-first approach. He brings intensity on defense, creates advantages off movement, and sets the tone with his energy. What separates him from most is his ability to spark runs in an instant, ⁶when he hits one three, you might as well count the next few. His leadership has grown, too, and he takes pride in being a calming, consistent voice his team can count on in the toughest moments. Every time Braydyn steps on the floor, he brings purpose, passion, and poise, ready to take over when the lights get bright.

Last season, Braydyn averaged 14 points, 4 assists, and 2 steals per game, stepping up as both a shot-maker and a leader. His biggest improvement was his finishing around the rim and learning how to lead vocally. That leadership remains a key focus this offseason, along with improving his feel for involving teammates even more. Competing with Big Shots Dunkman Elite, Braydyn is focused on maximizing his final AAU season and gaining recognition through high-impact performances, especially in the upcoming live session in Rock Hill. The moment that stuck with him most was realizing younger kids look up to him. That sparked a deeper level of accountability, and now he’s more driven than ever to make an All-State run next season and prove he belongs at the next level.

What fires Braydyn up most is the rhythm, once he sees one shot fall, he’s locked in and nearly unstoppable. He handles adversity with maturity, staying mentally strong and calmly working through it. The best advice he has ever received is, "The only person he’s battling is himself." With basketball as his true passion, he’s willing to sacrifice, grind, and do whatever it takes to make that dream real.

I assess that Braydyn’s combination of shot-making, vision, and leadership gives him the tools to thrive at the next level. His ability to score in bunches, stay composed, and make others better makes him a coach’s dream in the backcourt.

With his focus on growing as a vocal leader and complete guard, Braydyn is poised for a breakout season. Expect him to shine during the live periods and build momentum as a legitimate next-level guard with a fire that never dies out. Stay tuned.