JaKaila Gaskin (6’4 forward, Cannon School, Class of 2028) enjoyed an unofficial visit to NC State Women’s Basketball, posting photos in Pack gear with coach Wes Moore and the program’s branding.
The visit highlights ongoing interest in one of the more intriguing size/athleticism combinations in the 2028 class. Gaskin, known as “Stix,” plays for Cannon School (Concord, NC) and Her Elite on the AAU circuit. She has emerged as a top regional prospect and a national-level name, ranking as high as No. 29 in early ESPN Class of 2028 lists and drawing consistent praise from Phenom Hoops as a premier talent who has been on the radar since eighth grade.
JaKaila Gaskin – Player Profile
Basic Info
- Full Name: JaKaila Gaskin (also spelled Jakaila)
- Nickname: Stix
- Class: 2028
- Position: Forward / Power Forward
- Height: 6’4
- High School: Cannon School (Concord, NC)
- Hometown Area: Charlotte, NC / Concord, NC
- AAU Team: Her Elite
Brief Scouting Report
Physical tools and motor
At 6’4, Gaskin brings legitimate length and athletic ability for a forward. She runs the floor well (including in transition off steals or in the press), moves without the ball, and uses her frame to seal, alter shots, and impact the glass. Evaluators have long noted her ability to play as a true big while still covering ground.
Offense
She scores primarily around the basket with solid hands and touch, finishing through contact and using her size to battle for position. She is active on the offensive glass and has shown the ability to seal and demand the ball. High-school production backs this up: in the 2025-26 season she averaged 14.0 points and 9.2 rebounds (3.8 offensive) while contributing 1.2 assists per game across 29 contests. Career averages sit in a similar range (roughly 13.3 PPG, 8.5 RPG).
Defense and rebounding
Length and activity stand out. She alters shots, blocks shots (1.2 BPG), and rebounds at a high level on both ends. Scouting notes consistently highlight her as a difference-maker on the glass and someone who can impact the game defensively with her size and motor.
Strengths
- Elite size/length for her age combined with mobility
- Rim running and transition activity
- Paint presence, sealing, and finishing touch
- Rebounding and shot-altering defense
- Two-way production at the high-school level (including double-doubles)
Areas for continued growth
As with most young post prospects, further strength gains and expanded skill (face-up game, consistency away from the basket, decision-making) will determine her ceiling. Phenom notes have repeatedly said she has “more in the tank” as she gets stronger and older.
Recruitment snapshot
Gaskin holds a long list of Division I offers that includes programs such as Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Miami, Mississippi State, Houston, Missouri, Ohio State, Clemson, Pittsburgh, Georgia Tech, and others. She remains uncommitted and continues to take visits (the NC State unofficial being the latest visible one). She has also participated in USA Basketball events, including U16 trials.
Bottom line
Gaskin is a high-upside 6’4 forward whose combination of size, activity, and production already makes her a legitimate high-major target. The NC State visit fits a profile of a rising 2028 prospect who can affect games on both ends right away and has clear room to grow into a more complete player by the time she arrives on campus. Programs that value length, rebounding, and athletic bigs will continue to prioritize her.
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