Northeast Recruiting Report Issue VI, Volume XXVI – July Preview
Albany City Rocks Program Director: Jim Hart, 518-527-4565, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 25th – 30th: AAU Junior Nationals – Orlando, FL Chinoso Obokoh, 6’9”, F/C, Bishop Kearney (NY), 2013, HM/MM Long and cut; high level athlete, shot-blocker and defender Javion Onegyemi, 6’8”, PF, Troy (NY), 2013, HM/MM Strong & versatile forward; can score in multiple ways & create mismatch problems Shadell Millinghaus, 6’2”, G/F, Mack Academy (NC), 2013, MM+/MM Power guard in constant attack mode; drives down hill to rim Tyler McLeod, 6’2”, G/F, Watervliet (NY), 2013, MM/MM- Long athlete makes fair share of shots; must shoot it better Manny Suarez, 6’10”, C, Marist Prep (NJ), 2013, MM- Skilled lefty big man specializes in facing basket from perimeter Denzel Gregg, 6’6”, PF, St. Thomas More (CT), 2013, MM- Undersized 4-man; very high level athlete; young for grade Jordan Gleason, 6’2”, SG, Watervliet (NY), 2013, MM/LM Athletic scoring guard has a shot-making component to his game as well Jayde Dawson, 6’2”, SG, Brooks (MA), 2013, LM+ Well built combo; very good on the ball defender. Antwoine Anderson, 6’1”, G, Bishop Kearney (NY), 2013, LM Attacking lefty guard makes things happen on both ends & brings energy Jack Morrow, 6’3”, SF, Albany Academy (NY), 2013, LM-/D3+ Spot-up shot-maker provides spacing & fundamental role player; limited athlete
BABC Head Coach: Leo Papile, 617-877-4920 July 18th – 22nd: Nike Peach Jam – North Augusta, SC July 25th – 30th: AAU Junior Nationals – Orlando, FL Jaylen Brantley, 5’10”, PG, Wilbraham & Monson (MA), 2013, HM- Shot-making point guard has proven ability to run show at highest levels of competition Goodluck Okonoboh, 6’9”, C/F, Tilton School (NH), 2013, HM- High level athlete and one of best shot-blockers in the northeast Rene Castro, 6’1”, G, Worcester Academy (MA), 2013, HM-/MM+ Volume scorer can put points on the board but needs ball in his hands Andrew Chrabascz, 6’7”, PF, Cushing Academy (MA), 2013, MM+ Mr. intangibles is coach’s dream – tough, worker, rebounds, fundamentally sound Tyrese Hoxter, 6’4”, SF, Charlestown (MA), 2013, LM/JUCO Athletic southpaw slasher is also valuable on the defensive end with his length Kamari Robinson, 6’5”, SF, Springfield Central (MA), 2013, D2+/D2 High level athlete with strong body; has a lot of tools; just needs to put all together Darien Fernandes, 5’6”, G, Wareham HS (MA), 2013, D2/D3+ Undersized scoring guard can make shots in bunches; streaky both good & bad
BC Eagles (NY) Program Director: Bobby Rahn, 845-742-0275, [email protected] July 14th & 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 28th & 29th: Hoop Group Buzzer Beater Classic – New York, NY Jemal Mosley, 6'1", 2012/2013, Don Bosco Prep (NJ)/Putnam Science Academy (CT) Jack of all trades gets a lot of stuff done on both ends of the floor & knows how to score Shaq Scott, 6'6", 2012/2013, Passiac Tech/Prep TBD High level athlete who is at his best in run & jump type situations Jonte Rutty, 6'6", 2013, Putnam Science Academy (CT), LM/D2 Skilled lefty needs to continue to tone body & improve conditioning Stan Buczek, 6'6", 2013, Burke Catholic (NY), LM-/D3+ Throwback style four-man with crafty “YMCA style” interior game Justin Robinson, 5'9", 2013, Kingston (NY) Tough little guy gets where he wants off dribble & defends; winner Semaj Reed, 6'8", 2013, Haverford School (PA) Skilled big man with a wide body; must condition & keep up with the game
Connecticut Basketball Club Coach: Ken Smith, 860-209-8912, [email protected] July 11th – 15th: Adidas Invitational – Indianapolis, IN July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 29th: Adidas Super 64 – Las Vegas, NV Kahlil Dukes, 6’0”, G, Capital Prep (CT), 2013, MM+/MM Volume scorer has a special ability to make tough shots; not a pure point Dan Garvin, 6’6”, PF, Bethel HS (CT), 2013, MM-/LM High level athlete has been getting more comfortable with team since spring Kamali Bey, Wilbraham & Monson (MA), 2013, F, LM/D2 Undersized combo-forward has a knack for using body to get to rim Jaquan Harrison, 6’6”, PF, Windsor (CT), 2013, D2/D3+ Undersized big is most productive defensively and on the glass
Connecticut Basketball Club – Donnelly Head Coach: Dan Donnelly, 203-687-0626 Program Director: John Migliaro, 203-305-7827 July 14th & 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 30th: AAU Junior Nationals – Orlando, FL Sean Obi, 6’8”, C, Green Farms Academy (CT), 2013, MM+/LM+ Thick & powerful big man has terrific understanding of how to seal before catch Bernard Brantley, 6’1”, G, Stratford (CT), 2013, LM+/LM Versatile guard attacks within structure, defends, & can play both backcourt spots. Kurt Steidl, 6’6”, F, Ridgefield (CT), 2013, LM- Combo-forward been coming on strong since spring. Makes shots & straight line drives. Austin Woods, 6’6”, C, Foran HS (CT), 2013, LM-/D3+ Rugged big man battles inside, finishes, and rebounds. Jeff Racy, 6’4”, SF, Ridgefield (CT), 2013, LM-/D3+ Shot-maker with good size for the wing and some deceptive athleticism. Casey Woodring, 6’2”, SG, Cushing Academy (MA), 2013, LM-/D3+ Shooter with a quick release; can make shots in bunches; proven winner. Tim Butala, 6’7”, PF, Fairfield Prep (CT), 2013, D2/D3+ High academic skilled step-away forward; most comfortable facing-up. Jacob Clark, 6’0”, G, Christian Heritage (CT), 2013, D3+ Versatile guard become more of a true point; tremendous teammate. Dominic Migliaro, 5’10”, G, Masuk HS (CT), 2013, D3+ Coming back from injury; can score the ball when given the opportunity
Connecticut Select Program Director: Wayne Simone, 203-510-1662 July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th – 23rd: AAU Grade 11 Super Showcase – Orlando, FL July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Jordan Butler, 6’5”, C/F, Glastonbury (CT), 2013, LM+/LM- Powerful & long interior player can score some inside & block shots Chase Daniels, 6’8”, C, Hillhouse (CT), 2013, LM/D2 Young rising senior with definite upside; long and athletic Dontae Gittens, 6’3”, G, Master’s (CT), 2013, LM-/D3+ Tremendously long guard just starting to fill out frame; ideal prep candidate Walter Wright, Wilby High School (CT), 2013, G, D2 Undersized guard gets wherever he wants off the dribble Bobby Bynum, 5’10”, G, Hillhouse (CT), 2013, D2-/D3+ Undersized combo-guard is outstanding defender; offense starting to come Brian Jones, 6’0”, G, Christian Heritage (CT), 2013, D2-/D3+ Smooth combo can really shoot the ball from long-range; very good student Andre Anderson, 5’8”, G, Hillhouse (CT), 2013, D2-/D3+ Bulldog guard makes up for size with tremendous strength & tenacity Keith Porter, 6’3”, SF, New London (CT), 2013, D3+ Attacking wing gets to the rim with solid athleticism Jonathan Mitchell, 6’2”, G/F, Waterford (CT), 2013, D3+ Well built swingman with strong body; impressive upside Brandon Kuczenski, 6’5”, PF, Naugatuck (CT), 2013, D3+/D3 Tough and rugged interior work-horse does all the little things
Gym Rats Black (NJ) Coach: Richard Barrett, 856-229-5573, [email protected] July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 26th – 29th: Las Vegas Fab 48 – Las Vegas, NV Malik Starkes, 6’3”, G/F, Math, Civic Sciences (PA), 2014, HM Watch List Highly talented swingman with a world of upside but must get academics in order Rashaan Holloway (previously Rashaan Armstead), 6’8”, C, Schalick (NJ), 2014, D1 Watch List Wide-bodied big man is hard to move around the rim Horace Spencer III, 6’9”, F, William Tennant (PA), 2015, HM Watch List One of best youngsters in the northeast; long, strong & athletic with size
Hunting Park Warriors (PA) Program Director: Richard Gullen, 267-992-5930, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 26th – 29th: Las Vegas Fab 48 – Las Vegas, NV Jai Williams, 6’9”, C, Philadelphia Electric (PA), 2013, MM+/LM+ Thick post-man in the middle has improved conditioning; good hands & feet David George, 6’8”, PF, Blair Academy (NJ), 2013, MM/LM Long and athletic with obvious upside & some skill facing basket; good student Hakeem Baxter, 6’2”, G, Philadelphia Electric (PA), 2013, MM-/LM Aggressive point with old-school feel to his game & improving jumper Anthony Durham, 6’3”, G, Abington Friends (PA), 2013, MM-/LM- Combo with size & strength; gets to his spots off the dribble & sees floor well
J.B. Hoops – Callahan (PA) Program Director: John Bucci, 570-510-5338, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 26th – 29th: Fab 48 or Adidas Super 64 – Las Vegas, NV
Rasheed Moore, 6’5”, F, Meyers (PA), 2013, MM/LM Lefty combo-forward is mismatch problem with versatile scoring game Ryan Krawczeniuk, 6’2”, SG, Meyers (PA), 2013, LM-/D3+ Fundamentally sound guard with strong body & shot-makers approach. Josh Kosin, 6’6”, PF, Holy Cross (PA), 2013, D2/D3+ Stretch four-man who prefers to face the basket from the perimeter; good shooter.
Jersey Shore Warriors Coach: Tony Sagona, 732-539-3122, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown – Philadelphia, PA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: To Be Determined Stephen Vasturia, 6’5”, SG, St. Joseph’s Prep (PA), 2013, Committed to Notre Dame Shot-making specialist with good size for the wing & a high basketball I.Q. Amar Stukes, 6’2”, PG, LaSalle Academy (PA), 2013, MM+/MM- Super steady point guard with good size & length; runs the show above all else Greg Noack, 6’8”, PF, Liberty (PA), 2013, MM+/LM+ Skilled step-out four-man shoots it well to the 3pt line Stephen Smith, 6’8”, F, LaSalle College HS (PA), 2013, MM/LM Catch & shoot specialist with good size; one of best 3pt shooters in class Kyle Green, 6’5”, F, Camden Catholic (NJ), 2013, LM/D2+ Rugged jack of all trades & role player extraordinaire; does all the little things Merdic Green, 6’3”, SF, Harry S Truman (PA), 2013, LM/D2 Athletic swingman who can defend & provide slashing presence Keegan Hess, 6’2”, G, Westfield (NJ), 2013, LM-/D3+ Skilled southpaw knows how to play and makes shots from the 3pt line Michael Greenman, 5’9”, PG, St. Augustine Prep (PA), 2013, D2/D3+ Skilled and tough point, has good DNA for game & doesn’t need much space to score
Juice All-Stars Program Director: Tiny Morton, 347-733-7313, [email protected] July 18th – 22nd: NY2LA Summer Jam – Milwaukee, Wisconsin July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: Hoop Group Buzzer Beater Classic – New York, NY Leroy Fludd, 6’5”, F, Prep TBD (NY), 2013, MM+/MM- Explosive athlete with powerful body at his best in the open floor Jordan Fuchs, 6’6”, PF, Christ the King (NY), 2013, MM/LM Strong and athletic four-man is a factor around rim on both ends; also plays football Jaquan Lynch, 6’0”, G, Thomas Jefferson (NY), 2013, MM/LM Playmaking guard slips his way to the rim, makes fair share of jumpers, & defends Maine Athletic Club Coach: Carl Parker, 207-947-6664, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th – 23rd: AAU Grade 11 Super Showcase – Orlando, FL July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Garet Beal, 6’5”, F, Jonesport-Beals (ME), 2013, LM Skilled combo-forward with strong body & good feel for the game Tanner Hyland, 6’2”, PG, South Portland (ME), 2013, D2-/D3+ Not the shooter his brother was but a true point guard who runs the team Mitch Worcester, 6’2”, G/F, Washburn (ME), 2013, D3+/D3 Solid big guard who plays within system and takes what becomes available
Metro Boston Coach: Mo Vasquez, 617-290-4850 July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th – 23rd: AAU Grade 11 Super Showcase – Orlando, FL July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Devin Thomas, 5’10”, PG, Kimball Union (NH), 2013, MM/LM Poor man’s Brandon Jennings – super quick lefty with a flair to his game Greg Senat, 6’8”, C/F, Marianapolis Prep (CT), 2013, MM/LM Powerful big man has worked very hard to improve conditioning & endurance Nate Anderson, 6’6”, PF, New Mission (MA), 2013, D1/D2 Long and athletic; defense ahead of offense but handle starting to come
Middlesex Magic Coach: Mike Crotty, 617-947-8591, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th – 23rd: AAU Grade 11 Super Showcase – Orlando, FL July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Pete Miller, 6’9”, C/F, Northfield Mount Hermon (MA), 2013, MM+/MM- Big man with good hands, has good hands, and developing skill. Good kid/teammate Chris Braley, 6’4”, G/F, Phillips Exeter (NH), 2013, MM/LM+ Tough wing with good body; makes shots in bunches & has developed I.Q. Chris Lee, 6’4”, PF, Bridgton Academy (ME), 2013, D2+/D2- Undersized four-man is rock solid with powerful build & plenty of bounce Duncan Robinson, 6’7”, F, Phillips Exeter (NH), 2013, D2/D3+ Super skilled combo-forward shoots the heck out of the ball from 3pt line Harry Rafferty, 5’10”, G, Phillips Exeter (NH), 2013, D2/D3+ Southpaw sniper really shoots it, great teammates, becoming more of a point Marcus Faison, 6’4”, PF, Cambridge Rindge & Latin (MA), 2013, D3+ Undersized four-man with good athleticism & ability to change ends
Joe Connelly, 6’2”, G/F, Beaver Country Day (MA), 2013, D3+ High academic shot-maker at his best in structure; knows how to play the game Mark Murphy, 6’1”, SG, Rivers School (MA), 2013, D3 Hard-working role player with can shoot off the catch or the dribble
New Heights Program Director: Adam Berkowitz, 917-846-8030, [email protected] July 11th – 15th: Adidas Invitational – Indianapolis, IN July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 29th: Adidas Super 64 – Las Vegas, NV Jalen Jenkins, 6’7”, F, Cardinal Hayes (NY), 2012, George Mason Long and athletic four-man who makes plays going to the rim with the ball Nasir Williams, 5’11”, G, Cardinal Hayes (NY), 2012, LM- Undersized scoring guard rises up for jumpers but still not a pure point Hassan Martin, 6’7”, PF, Curtis (NY), 2013, MM+ Long lefty forward, athletic around rim & can pick & pop to 16 Josh James, 6’2”, G, Archbishop Stepinac (NY), 2013, MM/MM- Scoring guard is a good shooter with his feet set & has sturdy build Tyler Wilson, 6’0”, PG, Cardinal Hayes (NY), 2013, MM/LM+ True point handles, defends, and takes care of ball Malik Harmon, 5’11”, PG, Christ the King (NY), 2013, LM- Back-up point guard with deceptive value; has power slashing game
New Jersey Cyclones Coach: Mike Cervellino, 732-861-5545, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown – Philadelphia, PA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Fergus Duke, 6’2”, G, Hun School (NJ), 2013, LM/D2+ Stocky strong combo-guard; makes shots but likes to operate in open floor Anthony Firkser, 6’3”, G, Manalapan (NJ), 2013, LM-/D3+ Big lefty combo; knows how to play & shoots 3 well; defends multiple positions Matt Husek, 6’10”, C, Bethlehem Catholic (PA), 2013, LM- True big man with fundamentally sound post game & good interior touch Grant Mackay, 6’7”, PF, Hun School (NJ), 2013, D2/D3 High academically 4-man with heady floor game; at best inside of 15
New Jersey Roadrunners Coach: Sandy Pyonin, 973-736-5377, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown – Philadelphia, PA July 18th – 23rd: AAU Grade 11 Super Showcase – Orlando, FL July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Tyler Roberson, 6’8”, F, Roselle Catholic (NJ), 2013, HM Combo-forward loves jab series; at best from mid-post; long & athletic Hakim Saintil, 5’11”, PG, Roselle Catholic (NJ), 2013, MM Dribble drive style guard can create shots for himself or his teammates Jamal Cummings, 6’6”, C/F, Union (NJ), 2013, LM/D2 Long & cut with developing bulk; runs & moves laterally equally well Norman Hobbie, 6’4”, G/F, Manasquan (NJ), 2013, LM/D2 Good sized swingman who makes his living with catch & shoot game from 3
New Rens Program Director: Jesse Shapiro, 917-859-5161 July 11th – 15th: Adidas Invitational – Indianapolis, IN July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 29th: Adidas Super 64 – Las Vegas, NV Jermaine Lawrence, 6’9”, F, Pople John XXIII (NJ), 2013, HM Highly athletic with equally impressive 3 range skill set. Top 50 national prospect. Kentan Facey, 6’8”, PF, Long Island Lutheran (NY), 2013, HM-/MM+ Long and athletic four-man could been primarily a role player with this group to date Terrance Samuel, 6’3”, G, South Shore (NY), 2013, HM-/MM Strong combo-guard with drive first style; can overpower on way to rim Shamiek Shepphard, 6’6”, SF, South Shore (NY), 2013, HM-/LM+ Good body & athleticism; at his best attacking the rim; can handle in a pinch Jason Boswell, 6’6”, F, Trinity Catholic (CT), 2013, MM Skill level starting to come around making him potentially versatile mismatch problem
New Rens Hargreaves Coach: Tony Hargreaves, 857-540-9042, [email protected] July 11th – 15th: Adidas Invitational – Indianapolis, IN July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Joseph Kuo, 6’7”, C, Governors Academy (MA), 2013, LM-/D3+ Plays bigger than he is because of length; interior presence on both ends Christian Ejigba, 6’8”, C/F, Hyde Academy (CT), 2013, LM/D3+ Raw big man with physical tools; capable of holding own against high levels of competition Kristopher Hargreaves, 6’2”, PG, Westminster School (CT), 2013, D2/D3+ Attacking southpaw guard is especially slippery on his way to the rim Brandon Wheeler, 6’3”, SG, Trinity Catholic (CT), 2013, D2/D3+ Slashing swingman with good athleticism; college ready driver New York Lightning Program Director: Dana Dingle, 646-773-4878 July 18th – 21st: Nike Invitational – Myrtle Beach, SC July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ Rich Williams, 6’4”, SF, Transit Tech (NY), 2012, LM Shows flashes of upside; considering prep where level would almost surely rise Kuran Iverson, 6’8”, SF, 2013, Northwest Catholic (CT), HM- High level talent is big & versatile; stock back on the rise after NBA Camp Jon Severe, 6’2”, SG, 2013, Christ the King (NY), HM-/MM+ Shot-maker on the perimeter with more playmaking ability than he gets credit for Dayshon Smith, 6’3”, G, 2013, Putnam Science Academy (CT), HM-/MM+ Super smooth guard shoots it very well from 3 & has instinctive feel for game Zach Lewis, 6’3”, SG, 2013, Fishburne Military Academy (VA), MM+/LM+ Long scoring guard starting to handle more; always made shots Kentrall Brooks, 6’8”, PF, 2013, St. Anthony (NJ), MM/LM+ Long and athletic forward with lot of run & jump tools Larry Beckett, 6’7”, PF, 2013, Satellite Academy (NY), MM- Another hybrid style forward who makes his living by being bouncy around rim Austin Carter, 6’6”, PF, 2013, Master’s School (CT), MM-/LM Athletic combo-forward is potentially versatile defender & transition athlete
Philly Pride Coach: Kamal Yard, 267-521-7864 July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown Series Championship July 18th – 22nd: NY2LA Summer Jam – Milwaukee, Wisconsin July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: Hoop Group Buzzer Beater Classic – New York, NY Rysheed Jordan, 6’4”, PG, Robert Vaux (PA), 2013, HM Big point guard with explosive athleticism; tools for very highest levels Miles Overton, 6’4”, SG, St. Joseph’s Prep (PA), 2013, HM-/MM Pretty thick swingman with shot-makers approach to the game from deep Jeremiah Worthem, 6’7”, F, Math Civic Sciences (PA), 2013, MM+/MM Athletic and powerful forward with some versatility; best when plays role Darryl Reynolds, 6’8”, PF, Worcester Academy (MA), 2013, MM+/MM Tremendous frame with length, definition & athleticism; still raw right now Quadir Welton, 6’8”, C, Math Civics Sciences (PA), 2013, MM/LM Throw-back post operates with his back to the basket; good hands & feet Darius Robinson, 6’3”, SF, Chester (PA), 2013, LM Straight line driving scorer finds ways to attack the rim in full or half court
Playaz Basketball Club Program Director: Jimmy Salmons, 973-207-4346 July 18th – 22nd: Nike Peach Jam – North Augusta, SC July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: Hoop Group Buzzer Beater Classic – New York, NY Reggie Cameron, 6’6”, F, Hudson Catholic (NJ), 2013, HM Sniper from 3pt line with good feel for game & deceptive passing tools Mike Young, 6’8”, PF, St. Benedict’s (NJ), 2013, HM/HM- Increasing versatile big man with strength to hold his own at highest level Shane Rector, 6’1”, G, St. Raymond (NY), 2013, HM-/MM+ Playmaking guard breaks defenders down as well as anyone in the northeast Neville Fincher, 6’8”, C, Prep TBD (NJ), 2013, MM+ All the physical tools to be high level prospect – size, frame, & big time bounce Kavon Stewart, 5’10”, PG, Hudson Catholic (NJ), 2013, MM+/MM Lefty point guard is slippery & crafty with court vision & feel for the game Karonn Davis, 6’2”, G, Friends Central (PA), 2013, MM/LM Transition guard is very difficult to contend in the open floor; strong body A.J. Sumbry, 6’7”, PF, Trenton Catholic (NJ), 2013, MM-/LM+ Long and athletic four-man who is starting to add more skill
Rhode Island Hawks Coach: Jason Elliott, 401-226-2402, [email protected] July 14th & 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: Hoop Group Buzzer Beater Classic – New York, NY Harrison Taggart, 6’4”, SF, St. Paul’s (NH), 2013, LM/LM- Big wing who uses his length, footwork, & crafty floor game to make plays Sam Donahue, 6’0”, SG, Northfield Mount Hermon (MA), 2013, LM- Shot-maker who has a special ability to make tough shots from 3pt line Charles Correa, 5’9”, G, St. Raphael Academy (RI), 2013, LM/D2 Versatile scoring/playmaking tools with tight handle, quick 1st step, & sharp jumper Pete Weston, 6’4”, G/F, Choate Rosemary Hall (CT), 2013, LM/D2- Skilled player with high basketball I.Q. & excellent stroke from behind 3pt line Thomas Rivard, 6’6”, PF, Worcester Academy (MA), 2013, LM-/D3+ Versatile inside-out four-man; young for grade & still just coming into his own Colin Pascoe, 6’5”, SF, Suffield Academy (CT), 2013, D2/D3+ Big wing runs the floor hard, goes to glass & makes open shots to arc Matt Droney, 6’3”, G/F, Taft School (CT), 2013, D2/D3+ Lefty has an instinct for the game and tough streak to him
Sports U Coach: Eric Harrield 908-432-9080 July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown Series Championship July 18th – 22nd: NY2LA Summer Jam – Milwaukee, Wisconsin July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: Hoop Group Buzzer Beater Classic – New York, NY Josh Brown, 6’3”, G, St. Anthony (NJ), 2013, HM/HM- Long lefty showing he can play the point on a full time basis Hallice Cooke, 6’3”, SG, St. Anthony (NJ), 2013, MM+ Good shooter with deceptively versatile floor game DeAndre Bembry, 6’6”, F, St. Patrick’s (NJ), 2013, MM+/MM Athletic with versatile offensive tools; combo-forward Donte Demunguia, 6’9”, C, Atlantic City (NJ), 2013, MM+/LM+ Wide-bodied center has a jump hook when able to get deep real estate Jahleem Montague, 6’7”, PF, Atlantic City (NJ), 2013, MM+/LM+ Athletic live-body around the rim still just recovering from torn ACL Kasim Chandler, 6’0”, PG, Imani Christian (NJ), 2013, MM-/LM Drive & kick style point guard with feel for game; at his best when surrounded by shooters Spencer Weisz, 6’4”, SF, Seton Hall Prep (NJ), 2013, LM+/LM Terrific feel for game, passing ability, & basketball I.Q; also a good spot-up shooter Keith Kirkwood, 6’4”, F, Neptune (NJ), 2013, LM Very long combo-forward has a knack for scoring the ball
Team Final Program Director: Rob Brown, 609-647-6868 July 18th – 22nd: Nike Peach Jam – North Augusta, SC July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: Summer Final – Location TBD Jaren Sina, 6’1”, PG, Gil St. Bernard (NJ), 2013, Northwestern Playmaking lead guard with a lot of moxy. Excels at screen-roll game. Britton Lee, 5’11”, G, Roman Catholic (PA), 2013, Robert Morris Undersized scoring guy puts points on board in bunches with versatile weapons. Rondae Jefferson, 6’8”, F, Chester (PA), 2013, HM Athletic lefty is great defender & offensive facilitator Davon Reed, 6’5”, G/F, Princeton Day (NJ), 2013, HM/HM- Good shooter with size, nice build, and athleticism at the wing Austin Colbert, 6’9”, C/F, Hotchkiss (CT), 2013, HM/MM+ Skilled big man with physical tools, gradually becoming more assertive B.J. Johnson, 6’7”, SF, Lower Merion (PA), 2013, HM/MM+ Long lefty stock riser is still raw but has very high upside John Davis, 6’4”, F, Neumann-Goretti (PA), 2013, MM/LM Lefty combo-forward with thick/strong build has a knack for scoring Yosef Yacob, 6’1”, G, Archbishop Carroll (PA), 2013, MM/LM Undersized but long; makes jumpers with regularity & has shake to dribble Carlton Allen, 6’8”, PF, Ewing (NJ), 2013, MM/LM Space eating big man provides legitimate low scoring presence
Team Jersey Elite Program Director: Galen Smith, 732-648-5228, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown Series Championship July 18th – 23rd: AAU Grade 11 Super Showcase – Orlando, FL July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ Galen Smith, 5’10”, PG, CJEOTO (NJ), 2013, D2 Coach’s son starting to come into his own; looks quick with improved stroke Chris Jenkins, 6’5”, SF, Morristown-Beard (NJ), 2013, MM/LM Shot-maker with stocky build; quick and compact release with deep range Jordan Arthur, 6’8”, C/F, St. Peter’s Prep (NJ), 2013, MM/LM Athletic big man has all the physical tools to play at any level Will Joyce, 6’5”, PF, Piscataway Tech (NJ), 2013, MM/LM Combo-forward at best inside 15 with spring and length alike Rob Ukawuba, 6’3”, F, East Brunswick (NJ), 2013, LM/D2 Bulldog swingman with super powerful build; attacks running down hill
Team Philly Program Director: Lonnie Lowry, 267-253-6420, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: Reebok Showdown Series Championship July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 26th – 29th: Las Vegas Fab 48 – Las Vegas, NV Brandon Austin, 6’6”, G/F, Imhotep Charter (PA), 2013, Penn State Terrific size, length, and versatility in the backcourt; weapons on both ends of the floor. Geno Thorpe, 6’3”, G, Shaler Area (PA), 2013, Penn State Scoring combo-guard with well developed one-on-one tool set Shafeek Taylor, 6’3”, SF, Roman Catholic (PA), 2013, MM+/LM+ Athletic wing forward with strength to go through contact on way to rim Greg Dotson, 6’5”, SF, Germantown Academy (PA), 2013, MM+/LM+ Good athlete with terrific motor & good grades; not an incapable shooter Xavier Lundy, 6’6”, F, Paulsboro (NJ), 2013, MM/LM Skilled stretch four-man shoots the ball well & has size to operate inside Matt Rodden, 6’6”, PF, LaSalle HS (PA), 2013, MM-/LM Thick step-out four-man has smooth release from long-range; pick & pop guy
Yahmir Greenlee, 5’8”, PG, Boys Latin Charter (PA), 2013, LM/D2 Energy giver creates tempo off the dribble, defends ball, and capable shooters Sameen Swint, 6’4”, SF, Paul VI (PA), 2013, LM/D2 Long lefty swingman has a lot of defensive upside; best in transition
We R 1 – ECE/NJABC Coach: Terrell Myers, 302-359-7864, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th – 22nd: NY2LA Summer Jam – Milwaukee, Wisconsin July 25th – 27th: Live in A.C. – Atlantic City, NJ July 28th & 29th: The Takeover – Bowie, MD Kamall Richards, 6’6”, SF, St. Benedict’s (NJ), 2012, MM+ Spring stock riser has good build, athleticism, & improved jumper Nick Lindner, 5’11”, PG, Germantown Academy (PA), 2013, Committed to Lafayette Lead guard with a toughness to him; doesn’t back down, competes on both ends, & brings energy Julian Moore, 6’10”, C, Germantown Academy (PA), MM+ Another late stock riser is still raw but intriguing with size, hands, and upside Brian Rivers, 6’1”, PG, West Windsor Plainsboro South (NJ), MM-/LM Fast-paced guard likes tempo, playing off the ball here but projects as point Shikei Blake, 6’6”, PF, Phelps School (PA), 2013, LM+/D2 Bruising interior forward, defends post, has footwork on block & makes 15 footer
Westchester Hawks Program Director: Butch Graves, 917-682-4200, [email protected] July 13th – 15th: BasketBull National Invitational – Springfield, MA July 18th & 19th: Hoop Group Summer Classic East – King of Prussia, PA July 20th – 22nd: Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest – King of Prussia, PA July 25th – 30th: AAU Grade 11 Nationals – Orlando, FL Alain Chigha, 6’6”, F, The Rock School (FL), 2013, HM-/MM+ Evolving offensive talent with length & build. Shoots 3 & attacks close-outs Samuel Dingba, 6’6”, C/F, Salisbury School (CT), 2013, HM-/MM Phenominal defensive player, checks multiple positions, terrific shot-blocker, superior motor Glenn Feidonga, 6’7”, PF, The Rock School (FL), 2013, MM/LM Powerful interior presence with rugged floor game; starting to show more athleticism Kijanna Rose, 6’2”, SG, Union Endicott (NY), 2013, MM-/LM Power lead guard can overpower most at the position; uses size to his advantage as well Kody Jenkins, 6’3”, G/F, St. Anthony (NJ), 2013, LM/D2 Long and versatile wing with athleticism; good defender & well coached Chris Regus, 6’2”, SG, St. Patrick (NJ), 2013, D2 Very solid in all aspects; does a little bit of everything while playing both guard spots