U21 Boys Rising Stars Christmas Camp Recap: Setting the Bar

The P.H.A.S.E. 1 Rising Stars Christmas Camp (U21 Boys), held from January 1–4, 2026, brought together elite young talent in a demanding, high-performance environment at Munro College. Designed to challenge decision-making, competitiveness, and consistency, the camp delivered four days of intense development and evaluation.

This year’s U21 Boys camp was elevated by the presence of two gold-medal-winning members of Jamaica’s 3x3 U23 National Team — Romareo Millis (21) and Lebron Lewinson (19) — who arrived ready to show why they were selected to represent Jamaica on the global stage.

LeBron Lewinson, Micah Imani-Swaine and Romareo Millis

National Team Standard on Display

From the opening session, Millis and Lewinson raised the level of play across the camp. Their professionalism, pace, and approach to competition set a tone that pushed every athlete to respond.

Both players consistently demonstrated:

• Strong basketball IQ

• Game-speed decision-making

• Defensive intensity

• Leadership through example

Their presence reinforced the Rising Stars belief that elite habits translate at every level.

Competition & Development

Athletes trained and competed within the Rising Stars development model, emphasizing:

• Spacing, Angles, and Timing (S.A.T.)

• Read & React offense

• Pace and transition play

• Defensive responsibility and effort

• Team concepts under pressure

As the camp progressed into tournament play, athletes were evaluated not just on production, but on how they impacted the game, communicated, and applied coaching.

U21 Boys Camp Awards

At the conclusion of camp, standout performances and growth were recognized:

🏆 Camp MVP Romareo Millis – Delivered a dominant, all-around performance throughout the camp. Romareo showcased deep three-point range, elite rebounding, and exceptional ability to lead the break in transition. His physicality and presence on the glass were unmatched, and he led his team to the camp tournament championship.

🛡️ Top Defender Jeron Gallimore – Earned recognition for relentless effort, toughness, and hustle. Jeron consistently made impact plays by diving for loose balls, defending multiple positions, and setting the tone on the defensive end.

🤝 Sportsmanship Award Jaheim Ellis – A humble and respectful competitor who displayed leadership, composure, and positivity throughout the camp.

📈 Most Improved Player Jordan Anderson – Showed steady and noticeable growth across the four days, responding well to coaching and elevating his level of play with each session.

🌟 Top Prospect Lebron Lewinson – A close runner-up for MVP, Lebron impressed with elite ball-handling, confident shooting, and tough on-ball defense. His skill set, poise, and competitive edge highlighted his readiness for continued progression at higher levels.

Looking Ahead

The U21 Boys Rising Stars Christmas Camp reinforced the value of structured development, accountability, and competition. Athletes left with a clearer understanding of what it takes to perform at the next level — and the habits required to get there.

With national-team standards on display and young players rising to the challenge, Rising Stars continues to serve as a proving ground for Jamaica’s next generation of elite talent.

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