8th graded does it up at the Nike Camp.

Still, forget about his age for a moment and try to visualize this: Caracter is tall enough to be here at 6-9, which is now considered a giant in an era of few big men. He's one of only 19 players out of the 203 at the Nike Camp who were 6-9 or taller. His 286-pound frame was also bigger than all but three other players in the camp.

Now, back to his age. At 14, Caracter was one of two eighth-graders invited by Nike (along with 5-8 point Demond Carter of Laplace, La.) -- a first for the prestigious camp. College coaches can't comment specifically on Caracter or any other player, but the idea of having eighth-graders on the court doesn't bother coaches if it's within reason.