Denver Carlton is a 5’10 combo guard from Virginia in the Class of 2026, competing with Team Durant EYBL and St. James WBB.
A high-academic prospect with a 3.9 GPA, Carlton plays the game with pace, poise, and confidence on both ends of the floor.
She is a versatile backcourt piece who can score, facilitate, and defend multiple guard positions.
Carlton excels playing downhill, showing a tight handle, strong balance, and the ability to finish through contact.
She consistently puts pressure on defenses with her first step and has developed into a reliable perimeter shooter off the catch or dribble.
Offensively, Carlton reads the game well and understands spacing. She makes smart decisions in transition, keeps the ball moving, and can create advantages late in the clock.
Her mid-range pull-up game is polished, and she shows touch finishing with either hand.
Defensively, she brings toughness and effort, using her length and anticipation to disrupt passing lanes.
She rebounds her position well and is willing to do the dirty work.
Carlton’s maturity and feel stand out.
She plays with purpose, competes possession to possession, and embraces leadership responsibilities.
Her experience in high-level EYBL competition shows in her composure and adaptability against elite guards.
College Projection:
Denver Carlton projects as a strong mid-major to high-major Division I guard with the upside to grow into a multi-year contributor. Her skill base, academics, and competitive motor translate well to the college game.
Evaluation Summary:
Impact scorer and secondary playmaker with solid size, instincts, and feel. Competes on both ends and brings a winning mindset that fits college systems.
Key Development Areas:
Sharpen three-point consistency off movement
Continue building strength for physical defenders
Maintain assertiveness as a primary option
Long-Term Outlook:
Denver Carlton has the tools, mentality, and trajectory to become a dependable college starter and program culture driver.