A World of Talent in the Sunshine State: North Florida Prep 2026-27 Player Profiles
Founded in 2020, North Florida Prep, the Myrmidons*, is a post-graduate men's basketball program headquartered in Jacksonville, FL. The program's stated goal is to prepare student-athletes for the demands of college basketball. It is a post-grad basketball program, not a school. The Myrmidons play a competitive national schedule against college programs, other post-graduate programs, professional teams, and national high schools. Players can spend 10 to 12 hours a day between basketball and continuing their education, and many also work part-time or full-time jobs.
Program founder, Chris Harris is entering his fifth season as head coach. Before he coached, Harris was a nationally ranked player per ESPN, and he played at or was recruited by programs at every level of college basketball, from junior college to Division I. That experience is the foundation of his pitch - he has navigated the highs and lows of recruitment himself, and he trains and mentors his players with professional-grade guidance both in season and through the offseason. Harris began coaching while still playing in college, leading the Fort Pierce Bucs grassroots program. He moved into post-graduate basketball at TLAP Sports Academy (FL). He also coached at Potter's House Christian Academy (FL) and North Florida Educational Institute before founding North Florida Prep.
The 2026-27 team will be featuring the players profiled below.
Nathan Asamoah (2027) 5'10 point guard - From Ajax, ONT, Asamoah is a strong, shifty, downhill attacker with a low center of gravity who is rugged and durable. He shows the ability to run a team at the college level. He averages two charges taken per game, always willing to give up his body, and brings great energy every day.
Ryland Buhl (2027) 6'5 small forward - From Citra, FL, Buhl is a shooter! A great rebounder who takes charges and does all the little things, he is the perfect glue guy. After great success in NFP's summer prep program, he decided to come back to pursue the dream of college ball.
Max Jefferson (2027) 6'8 forward - From France, Jefferson is strong and finishes well around the rim. He rebounds, sets screens, plays aggressively around the basket and has a smooth mid-range jumper. He could develop into a legit D1 4/5 if he locks in.
Travis Ligene (2027) 6'1 guard - From Orlando, FL, Ligene is the team's silent assassin. He doesn't say much, but he works hard and produces. A good iso scorer, he is explosive getting to the rim and has unorthodox finishes. A great guard to have in the rotation.
Takudzwa Darren Mukubvu (2027) 6'2 guard - From Canada, Mukubvu is a versatile guard who can play the 1 or the 2. He shows the ability to run a team and is excellent in pick-and-roll and iso scoring situations. A solid decision maker who stabilizes the offense, he can make something happen when a play breaks down, and he shoots it well from three. He arrived at NFP on November 2.
Ricardo Puddu (2027) 6'4 guard/wing - From Italy, Puddu is a strong, athletic guard with a smooth jumper, very good in the midrange and from three. He attacks the basket and finishes off two feet with either hand.
Billy Sidibe (2027) 6'8 forward - From France, Sidibe is a very intriguing, versatile prospect with tons of upside. He has great athleticism and strong hands; everything that touches them sticks. He rebounds very well and finishes well around the rim.
John St Jacques (2027) 6'0 point guard - From Orlando, FL, St Jacques is a shifty point guard with an explosive first step. He shoots it very well from three, both off the catch and off the bounce. The fastest player on the roster, he is pesky on defense.
To accommodate college scout visits, North Florida Prep holds a schedule of Fall Open Gym runs, the details of which can be found by clicking here.
The team’s 2026-27 game schedule and results can be found by clicking here.
* A myrmidon is a loyal follower or subordinate who executes a leader's orders unquestioningly, often performing ruthless or harsh tasks