Coach Steve Helton

Head Coach KyFutureElite2027AAU NXTPRO - 2010 KY State Runner-up, 5 Regional Championships + 15 District Championships

[Kevin Moses Scouting and Promotional Services @mosesk225]

"Full Speed, No Brakes: The Blue Collar Playmaker Who Fills It Up and Does It All"
By Kevin Moses
@Coltonhelton23 @TaraHelton6 @NextUpRecruits @BigBlueDylan @JosephDecker23
https://t.co/UKT4GgyWHl

[Kevin Moses Scouting and Promotional Services @mosesk225]

2027 Colton Helton (@ColtonHelton) was in his bag all weekend and showed exactly why he’s one to watch. Statement weekend. Two stat sheet stuffers. Just straight production across the board on the @PRO16League circuit.

This group came out for their first AAU weekend and went 3-1 in Rockford, IL, with @NxtProHoops and @kentucky_future, setting the tone early and building momentum heading into Detroit. Colton was right in the middle of it all, doing a little bit of everything and impacting the game in every way possible.

Vs New Jersey Elite 77-68 WIN
20pts, 4 3PT, 6rebs, 5asts, 2stls

Vs Rockford One Shot 64-41 WIN
11pts, 8rebs, 6asts

[Pure Prospects @Pure_Prospects]

Recruiting Stock Rising: Colton Helton @Coltonhelton23 Opens Puma NXTPRO Strong

2027 6’4” Kentucky Future Elite @KYFutureElite27 guard Colton Helton turned in a strong opening weekend on the Puma NXTPRO Circuit in Rockford, Illinois. Helton averaged 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists per game, while posting a high game of 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, including four made threes.

From a recruiting standpoint, Helton’s size, pace, and all-around feel stood out. At 6’4”, he has good positional size in the backcourt and showed the ability to impact the game in multiple ways. He was effective pushing the ball in transition, making good reads with the ball in his hands, and keeping the offense moving. His willingness to share the ball, combined with his court vision, allowed him to create opportunities for teammates while still looking comfortable scoring within the flow of the game.

Helton also showed promising shot-making ability from the perimeter. He displayed confidence from three-point range, extended the defense, and proved he can make teams pay when left open. On top of that, he rebounded well for a guard and competed on both ends, which added to his value over the weekend.

Overall, Helton looked like a versatile guard who can impact winning without needing to dominate the ball. His combination of size, shooting touch, transition play, and passing instincts gives him a strong foundation moving forward. Kentucky Future Elite finished 3-1 on the weekend and will be back on the floor in Detroit, Michigan, April 17-19.

[Tommy Carroll @TommyCarroll23]

@kentucky_future 17U Deacon James leads all scorers with 10 1st half points. The steady guard can handle the ball and gives his team stability at PG. His strong frame helps him beat defenders off the dribble. James beat his man and finished with his inside hand.

@NxtProHoops

[KYFutureElite2027 @KYFutureElite27]

17U finished up 3-1 vs New Jersey Elite with a win 77-68.
@Coltonhelton23 20pts(4-3’s)6reb 5assists
@DeaconJames08 20pts(3-3’s)5reb 5assists
@pflu96927 18pts 10reb
@2027BenMarsh 8pts 5reb 4assists 2blocks
@2027PNorth 6pts 5reb 3assists
@slimshowtime_ 5pts 6reb 2blocks

[Kevin Moses Scouting and Promotional Services @mosesk225]

2027 Colton Helton (@Coltonhelton23) of @kentucky_future 2027 had yet another stat sheet stuffer kind of day in Rockford, IL on the @PRO16League circuit, once again proving why he’s the definition of a blue collar gem. Helping his squad to a 1-1 finish, Colton’s impact showed up everywhere, not just in scoring, but in the way he controlled the game and kept his team connected on both ends.

In a 70-64 win over Unlimited Athletics (MI), he had a strong, all-around performance with 17pts, raining in 3 triples, while adding 6rebs and 4assists. He scored when it was there, spaced the floor, and made smart decisions that kept the offense flowing. Every possession felt purposeful with him involved.

In game two, even as the scoring dipped, his presence never did. He still found ways to impact winning with 3pts, 4rebs, and 4assists, staying active, making plays, and doing the work that doesn’t always get highlighted but always matters.
That’s the value Colton brings. Consistent effort, toughness, and a willingness to do whatever the moment calls for. Whether he’s filling it up or facilitating and battling on the glass, he plays the game the right way every time out.
@TaraHelton6 @NextUpRecruits @BigBlueDylan @whosupnext23

[Tommy Carroll @TommyCarroll23]

@kentucky_future 17U Omari Harvey is an impressive athlete with size and athleticism. He has s strong, toned frame. Harvey can get to the rim any time he wants. He just drive left and made a nice finish either way his inside hand.

@NxtProHoops

[Tommy Carroll @TommyCarroll23]

@kentucky_future 17U Ashton Pflunger is a beast on the offensive glass. The strong forward cannot be kept off the boards giving his team extra possessions.

@NxtProHoops
@pflu96927

[Tommy Carroll @TommyCarroll23]

@kentucky_future 17U Preston North is a slasher who likes to attack off the dribble. He’s an active cutter off the ball and gives his team versatility with his ability to get to the paint and finish or find the open man.

@NxtProHoops

[Tommy Carroll @TommyCarroll23]

@kentucky_future Ashton Pflunger is playing with physicality on both ends. He’s been active on the offensive and defensive glass. He showed he can finish in the post with an up and under move.

@NxtProHoops @PRO16League

[KYFutureElite2027 @KYFutureElite27]

17U defeats Rockford 1 Shot, IL 64-41
@DeaconJames08 16pts 4reb 4assists
@pflu96927 14pts 10reb
@2027PNorth 12pts 5reb 2blocks
@Coltonhelton23 11pts 8reb 6assists
@2027BenMarsh 9pts 5reb 4assists 2blocks
@slimshowtime_ 2pts 5reb 2blocks

[KYFutureElite2027 @KYFutureElite27]

This 2027 groups last first weekend of AAU. Proud of this team going 3-1 this weekend in Rockford, IL on @PRO16League circuit. See you in Detroit, MI.
@NxtProHoops
@kentucky_future

[Coach Steve Helton @SteveHelton44]

Happy birthday🎂 to the one that keeps the family moving forward @TaraHelton6. Spending your birthday in the gym is all we know.❤️🏀❤️🏀❤️🏀

[KYFutureElite2027 @KYFutureElite27]

17U suffered a tough loss to Fred VanVleet AAU(team of Houston Rockets NBA player)
@pflu96927 24pts 10reb
@Jacob_holland14 13pts(3-3’s) 4reb 3assists
@DeaconJames08 6pts(2-3’s)4reb 3assists
@2027BenMarsh 5pts 3reb 3assists
@2027PNorth 4pts 3reb
@slimshowtime_ 4pts 3reb 3blocks

[KYFutureElite2027 @KYFutureElite27]

17U went 1-1 on the day in Rockford,IL @PRO16League.
70-64 win vs Unlimited Athletics,MI
@Coltonhelton23 17pts(3-3’s)6reb 4assist
@Jacob_holland14 13pts(3-3’s)4reb 4assists
@DeaconJames08 13pts 5reb 3assists
@2027PNorth 11pts 4reb
@pflu96927 8pts 8reb 3assists

[Kentucky Future Elite @kentucky_future]

@KyFuture2028 got a huge win (65-35) over Illinois Express 16U to start their @NxtProHoops / @PRO16League season.

Top Performers:
@coltdelimpo - 16 points, 4 rebounds
@cwolfe1414 - 15 points, 4 assists
@fosterjamesclay - 11 points, 10 rebounds

[Anthony Pugh @Anthony_Pugh2]

“Basketball is a war…”

[Carolina Basketball @UNC_Basketball]

HEELS WIN.

#CarolinaFamily | @WellsFargo

[Daniel Brown @CoachDbrown4]

Congratulations to Jackson Stephan for being selected to participate in the annual OH/KY All-Star Game on April 9th! He becomes the 6th Henry Clay player to participate in this great event! #tradition #bluedevilsforlife

[Colton Helton @Coltonhelton23]

Had a great time today on a game day visit to Ohio Dominican University basketball. Thanks so much to Coach @ReeseLeone & @ODUPanthersMBB for
inviting me.
@PrepHoopsKY