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Flight 22 Academy is a Wilmington, NC based post graduate basketball program whose goal is to help their student athletes achieve their dreams of higher education through the means of basketball. Flight 22 not only specializes in training athletes, but also in mentoring young coaches.
The program's staff is Head Coach, Nathan Faulk, Skills Instructor, Mark Adams and Body Conditioning, Jeremy Clegg.
The program’s name is in honor of one of Coach Faulk’s former players. Cedric Simmons who was a 2006 lottery pick to the New Orleans Hornets wore #22. When he got drafted, the name Flight 22 was born.
They are running two teams this year. Annually they will play in a minimum of 10 showcase events and play an elite game schedule of 35 games along the eastern United States. They play other strong and national powerhouse post grad teams and Division I, II, & III JV college teams and JUCO teams. They conclude their season at Post Grad Nationals tournament hosted by both Phenom Hoops and Big Shots.
The 2026-27 program's college prospects are profiled below.
Isaac Bailey (2027) 6'5 small forward - Bailey is athletic and plays in downhill attack mode. He is a shooter that has ability to score at all three levels. Has been offered by Barclay College. 2026 Myrtle Beach Live All Star. 3.9 gpa Video highlights
Jack Bell (2027) 5'11 point guard - A 1,000 point scorer at West Carteret High (NC), Bell has great vision, makes plays off the dribble, understands how to create space for his shot and has impressive range on his shot. PH profile
Peden Breazealle (2027) 6'2 point guard - A strong player who makes good decisions with the ball. He makes shots off the dribble and has some creativity at the rim. He is also a strong defender. PH profile
Aidan Curry (2027) 6'3 wing - From Auburndale High (FL) Curry shoots it well and is an energy giver. He is also tough and agood on ball defender.
Jayden Daniels (2027) 6'7 small forward - Daniels is a point forward who can handle the ball in transition. He has a nice touch around the rim and can step out and shoot the 3. Daniels is a mismatch front-court piece with great vision and feel. He is a clear next level guy PH profile
Raheem Dyce (2027) 6'0 combo guard - From Archer High (GA), Dyce is shifty and tough. He is good off the bounce. Dyce, shoots a good ball from 3 and plays tremendous on ball defense.
Justus Jones (2027) 6'1 shooting guard - From Bull City Prep JAH (NC), Jones brings energy, shot making ability, grit, and toughness to the back court. He has solid handles and will continue to grow daily and help the team as season progresses.
Chad Graves (2027) 6'10 forward - Graves is athletic and has great size with a college-ready frame . He is a good defender and a powerful finisher at rim. He is a physical paint presence with elite level wingspan and athletic ability, he's a force around the rim and a guy you have to account for wherever he is on the floor. Has received multiple D1 offers, including UNC Pembroke, Winston Salem State and Tusculum and is getting interest from NC Central and East Carolina University PH profile
Uzziah Marlowe (2027) 6'0 guard - From Southeastern Christian School (NC), Marlowe is a great on-ball defender. He gets into the paint, and is a finisher at the rim. A team leader.
Amare Merrell (2027) 6'3 wing - From Cane Bay (SC), Merrell is a good defender. He shoots well from 3 and gets to paint. He plays multiple positions.
Jeriel Ortiz (2027) 6'0 guard - From Puerto Rico, Ortiz is an outstanding shooter and ball handler. He is really solid guard, capable of playing on and off the ball. He's worked hard for this opportunity, with his sights set on playing college basketball in the United States.
Cainan Patrick (2027) 6'4 wing - From Pitt CC (NC) Partick is a strong, physical player who competes with a high motor. He’s also an explosive athlete.
Malakhi Phillips (2027) 6'3 guard - From Brampton, Ontario, transferring in from Crestwood Prep (CAN) - Phillips is a maturity play maker who runs the game at his own pace. He can make good decisions under pressure, shoot the ball with range and get a bucket whenever he needs to. He is also a more than capable defender. Has been offered by the University of California and UNC- Pembroke. Video highlights
Jy'ell Preston (2027) 6'4 small forward - Preston is super athletic, explosive jumper, wiry and quick off his feet. He is a problem went he is close to the rim. He gets there either off the dribble, catching it with position in the paint, or working on the offensive glass. As he adds a consistent jump shot to his game, Preston can be a good player at the next level. PH profile
Jacob Stewart (2027) 6'8 small forward - From the Ravenscroft School (NC), Stewart is stretch 4 that can shoot the ball and finish when attacking the basket. He also creates match-up problems with his ability to post up and use his solid back-to-the-basket skills.
Larry Tootle (2027) 5'10 guard - From West Carteret (NC), Tootle is a very strong on ball defender and catch shoot player. He has toughness and grit and will continue to develop this season.
Cameron Tucker (2027) 6'2 wing - From Chatham High (VA) - Tucker is a tough, physical player who shoots it well. His versatility stands out: he can play the 1 through the 4 and defend multiple positions.
Aidyn Young (2027) 6'3 guard - From Frederick Douglas Academy (NY) Young shoots a good ball from 3, can play the point guard and shooting guard. He is a good ball handler, and solid defender on the ball.
For college scouts looking to attend one of the program’s Fall Open Gyms sessions, those details can be found here.
The Flight 22 Prep Academy team's 2026-2027 game schedule and results can be found by clicking here.