I was able to see a lot of new faces at Big Shots Nationals in Rock Hill last weekend, and they were good ones. The 16U and 17U divisions were stocked with prospects worthy of attention and kept me busy in each game slot. Here are 6 different guys in 2021 and 2022 who made … Continue reading Big Shots Nationals First Impressions
With the limited number of teams in each age group, I was able to spend more time watching 15U games than normal, and I’m glad I did so. There were countless talented young prospects competing in the event who have bright futures and performed well for their teams. Let’s take a look at some … Continue reading LakePoint Live Showcase 2023 Overview
Great events have taken place in Atlanta on consecutive weekends- The Tip-Off Classic and the LakePoint Live Showcase. Both featured a wealth of prospects who are starting to make themselves after not being able to show their talents in the spring. Here are a few who impressed at either one of the events, or both … Continue reading The Tip-Off Classic/LakePoint Live Showcase 2021 & 2022 Eye-Catchers
2021 W Matthew Cleveland joined us for our first episode since June 4th to briefly discuss his recent Top 5 list of schools, his recent showing at The Opening on June 27th, and what he's been focusing on during the coronavirus pandemic. Cleveland has flown up the national rankings over the past year and showed … Continue reading Podcast Episode 18: Matthew Cleveland- Pace Academy/Atlanta Celtics
Two weekends ago was one of the first tournaments of the summer with Teammate Hoops bringing the Great 8 to the Spartanburg and Greenville areas in South Carolina. There was a good combination of local and out-of-state teams in attendance and it gave me a chance to see a variety of 2021-2023 prospects. Here a … Continue reading Great 8: New Names & Stock Risers
Next up is Wofford Head Coach Jay McAuley, who recently completed his 1st season leading the Terriers after previously being the Associate HC at Wofford. Coach McAuley is a Georgia native who graduated from Pope High School and then the University of Georgia. He brings tons of energy and intensity to coaching and has been … Continue reading Podcast Episode 17: Jay McAuley- Wofford
Coach Justin Bradley from Dartmouth is the next college coach guest and spoke with us about a lot of different things. He has been a 30-Under-30 honoree and has gained vast experience early in his coaching career. To go along with touching on his coaching path, recruiting in the Ivy League, and Division 3 basketball, … Continue reading Podcast Episode 16: Justin Bradley- Dartmouth
Coach Aaron Parr from St. Pius joins us for Episode 15. We haven't had a high school coach in a while so Coach Parr is a great one to bring on. He is going into his 10th year as the head coach at Pius and has already surpassed 200 wins. His Golden Lions teams are … Continue reading Podcast Episode 15: Aaron Parr- St. Pius X
Chris Kreider is the next college coach to come on the podcast. He just finished his 1st season at Georgia State after most recently being at Rice. Coach Kreider has been at a variety of spots during his coaching career, including numerous in-state Georgia schools. He is a genuine, honest guy who is one of … Continue reading Podcast Episode 14: Chris Kreider- Georgia State
Adam Blake from North Georgia is the next college coach to join us. The 2019-20 season was the 1st for the current UNG staff, led by Dan Evans, and accompanied by Coach Blake and Austin Burnette. Blake is originally from Ohio and has made a few coaching stops prior to coming to UNG. He is … Continue reading Podcast Episode 13: Adam Blake- North Georgia
