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#OTRHoopsReport: Indi Hoops TOC Standouts - April 17, 2017

The IndiHoops TOC is a tournament that hosted teams from all over the Southeast in preparation for the upcoming NCAA evaluation weekends.  SUWANEE, Georgia, – Last year Collin Sexton began his case as a top 25 player nationally at the Indi Hoops TOC. This year Indi Hoops was back at Suwanee Sports Academy to host some of the nation’s premier travel teams from throughout the Southeast. Here is a look at some of the important names we tracked down on Saturday. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Maurice Calloo (Huntington, West Virginia), Atlanta Celtics – 2018 We live......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Late Available 2017 Prospects - March 23, 2017

Wheeler wing Jordan Tucker is one of the most pursued prospects nationally. Photo cred – Ty Freeman From Coach K at Duke to Josh Pastner at Georgia Tech to Kermit Davis at MTSU the recruiting process is far from over for any program. College programs are always looking for late additions to impact their roster next year. This edition of the #OTRHoopsReport we look at prospects that could be valuable signees this spring. 5-Star Available In January we reviewed the Best Available prospects nationally. Read that update HERE. Here is an update......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Underclassman Watch - February 8, 2017

Class of 2019 post Charles Bassey is already considered one of the nation’s best at his position. Photo – @CoachHemi / Hoop Hall Classic Our #OTRHoopsReport team hit the road tough during the high school season tracking the nation’s top prospects. While many upperclassmen have signed NLI or have offers waiting, there were a handful of underclassmen that we identified as the next big targets. Here are some new names for our staff after this winter. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Charles Bassey – St. Anthony (Texas), 6-11 PF/C – 2019 Evaluation (Hoop Hall Classic) Bassey......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Best Available Update - January 31, 2017

Class of 2017 Trevon Duval of IMG Academy is the nation’s top uncommitted guard. Photo cred – @CoachHemi The spring always brings a little drama in terms of recruiting news for college basketball fans. While Kentucky has already locked up another top class with PJ Washington, Jarred Vanderbilt, Quade Green, Shai Gilgeous Alexander and Nic Richards. Arizona has snagged an impressive class as well with DeAndre Ayton, Ira Lee, Alex Barcello and Brandon Randolph. Even with Hamidou Diallo leaving high school early to enroll at Kentucky, there are still a few impact players......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Day Three Hoop Hall Classic - January 16, 2017

Class of 2017 wing Michael Porter Jr. of Nathan Hale HS (WA) showed why he is a Naismith Award nominee this weekend. Photo cred – @CoachHemi SPRINGFIELD, Mass., – Day three at the Hoop Hall Classic is where the marquee match-ups play out and lasting reputations are built. In years past we have watched the likes of Jahlil Okafor, Ben Simmons and Markelle Fultz etch their names alongside of the legends of the game. This year is no different as a number of prospects stepped to the line and solidified their reputations......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Day Two Hoop Hall Classic - January 15, 2017

Kentucky bound point guard Quade Green provided a great effort to lead Neumann-Maria Goretti (PA) to victory at the Hoop Hall Classic. Photo cred – @CoachHemi SPRINGFIELD, Mass., – Day One at the Hoop Hall Classic was about the BIGS (Ayton, Bamba, Reid, Bassey), but Day Two was about the guards. Outstanding guard play dominated the day and provided the usual high level competition. Read which guards stood out on day two. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Ashton-Langford Shows Out in Front of Ollie Class of 2017 point guard Makai Ashton-Langford rose to the occasion of......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Day One Recap from the Hoop Hall Classic - January 15, 2017

Class of 2018 forward Nazreon Reid of Roselle Catholic had the biggest day with a triple double on day one at the Hoop Hall Classic. Photo cred – @CoachHemi SPRINGFIELD, Mass., – The Hoop Hall Classic is a staple on the #OTRHoopsReport coverage calendar. The match-ups of premier players yearly gives our staff the ability to gauge which players are ascending in value. Also, as voters on the Naismith Award Committee, this event is instrumental in helping us properly voice which players are most deserving of the end of the year award. By: @JLHemingwayPSB......

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#OTRHoopsReport: City of Palms At a Glance - December 19, 2016

5-star wing Kevin Knox gives consistent performances. He backed up that statement in front of the Duke Blue Devil coaching staff on Friday night.  The #OTRHoopsReport staff makes Fort Myers, Florida, a staple on our coverage calendar yearly. The collection of 5-star talent gives a great evaluation opportunity, because of the high profile nature of the tournament. This year we covered the first three days of the tournament, which allowed to see most of the stars in a short amount of time. Here are some thoughts on the stars and other players......

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#OTRHoopsReport: City of Palms Live Updates - December 16, 2016

The City of Palms Classic moved venues this year to Florida Southwestern University in Fort Myers, Florida. Although a new venue, the same top competition is here for fans, coaches and media to watch. Read OTRH Coverage from Previous City of Palms Tournaments By: @JLHemingwayPSB (SATURDAY NIGHT) Memphis East (TN) 57 Pace Academy (GA) 53 #CityofPalms East Memphis 76 Pace Academy 42 Chandler Lawson w/ the pull-up here#OTRHoopsReport https://t.co/t2CvRrcTe9 @johnvarlas pic.twitter.com/BNY12OvnTw — Jonathan Hemingway (@JLHemingwayPSB) December 18, 2016 Memphis East TJ Moss (2018) – 21 points, 8-14 FG Alex Lomax (2018) – 13 points, 6......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Marshall County Hoop Fest Recap - December 5, 2016

Kansas bound forward Billy Preston of Oak Hill Academy gave a signature performance at the Marshall County Hoop Fest.  BENTON, Ky., – The high school season is a time where the nation’s best players can shine brightly on the biggest stages. The Marshall County Hoop Fest is traditionally a place where you can find many of those performances. This 2016 version was no different. Here is a recap of the weekend’s biggest story lines. Read the LIVE Blog here Read past RECAPS from the Marshall Co. Hoop Fest here By: @JLHemingwayPSB 5-Star Treatment......

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