"Shifty, Fearless, and On Fire: A Combo Guard Who Sets Gyms Ablaze"

Carter Parsons

@Real_Cp1

IG: @Carter.parsons1

6’1, 170lbs, Class of 2926

Pikeville HS, KY

Carter plays the game with speed in his veins and pressure on his mind. A fast-paced combo guard who thrives in the open floor, he brings an electric edge every time the ball finds his hands. Carter loves to run, loves to attack downhill, and loves to keep constant pressure on the defense. He pushes tempo with confidence, gets into the paint with intent, and keeps his head up to create easy looks for teammates. When defenders back off, he steps out and lets it fly with no hesitation. On the other end, he brings real heat, picking up full court, setting the tone with effort, and making sure the pace never cools down. What separates him is that nonstop motor. Whether scoring, creating, or defending, Carter is wired to compete.

Last season, Carter averaged 18.4 points, shot a blistering 40 percent from three, added 3.3 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game. This season, he has taken another leap, now averaging 23.3 points and 4.2 rebounds while continuing to impact the game as a playmaker. The highlight moment came when he poured in 40 points, hitting a school record 11 three pointers in a statement performance that lit up the gym and showed exactly what kind of scorer he can be when he gets rolling.

The biggest improvement from last season has been his defensive mindset and growth as a creator for others.

Starting his senior season at Pikeville has allowed him to play free and confident in a system built on speed, spacing, and pressure. The identity is to get up and down the floor, shoot it from deep, and get in your grill full court on defense. Carter fits that style perfectly and embraces it fully.

Motivation has been easy to find. A first-round region loss to a district rival last season left a mark and pushed him to work harder and chase being the best version of himself. That edge shows in how he approaches every game. Coaches can expect full effort every single time he steps on the floor. If the shots are falling or not, the energy never dips and the compete never fades.

Crowds fuel him. Carter feeds off the atmosphere, the noise, and the people who show up to support Pikeville. He wants to put on a show and give the fans something worth remembering. When facing adversity, he stays calm, takes a breath, and reminds himself how much he loves the game. That perspective keeps him loose, confident, and present in big moments.

The best advice he ever received is to always be himself and let the game come to him. That freedom shows in his play. Off the court, Carter stays busy working out, watching film, fishing, and playing video games, always finding ways to balance the grind.

Carter currently holds offers from Campbellsville, Harrodsburg, Kentucky Christian, Alice Lloyd, Brescia, Union, Fisher, Knox, and Kansas Wesleyan, and continues to play with the hunger of someone who knows the best is still ahead.

I assess that Carter brings pace, shot-making, and nonstop pressure that can change the rhythm of a game. His ability to score from deep, attack downhill, and create for others gives a program a guard who can spark runs and stretch defenses quickly.

Moving forward, Carter is poised to keep elevating as his defensive edge and playmaking continue to grow. Expect a confident competitor who thrives in fast games, embraces big moments, and brings energy, toughness, and production wherever he plays. He is hungry for a trip to Rupp and plays with the passion and determination to make one last statement run in route to that goal. Stay tuned.