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#OTRHoopsReport: ELITE Specialists - August 10, 2016

Class of 2017 guard Michael Hueitt of High Point, N.C., was the EYBL’s top 3- point shooter. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike Not every prospect who impacts at the next level has to be a top 100 prospect. Each year there a handful of players that specialists at their position. This week we take a look at a handful of players who may not be at the top of recruiting rankings lists, but were at the top of their respective statistical category. By: @JLHemingwayPSB SHOOTING Michael Hueitt (High Point, N.C.), Team CP3 –......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Nike Elite 100 Camp | 2019 Standouts | June 29, 2016

Class of 2019 Ashtan Hagans of Covington, Ga., solidified his reputation as a national prospects at Nike Top 100 Camp. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike Top One Hundred Camp St. LOUIS, Mo., – Held on the campus of Saint Louis University, the Nike Elite 100 Camp is the premier place nationally for underclassmen to be identified. One hundred prospects from across the nation train and compete annually at this camp. The 2016 edition featured several 2019 prospects who will be found on rankings lists in upcoming years. Here are some of the......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Coach Hemi Summer Showcase Standouts - June 27, 2016

Class of 2017 guard Chase Porter of Sandy Hook, Ky., showed why he is one of the Tri-State’s top scoring guards. Photo cred – Chris Hansen/ProspectsNation.com ASHLAND, Ky., – The inaugural Summer Showcase held at Boyd County High School brought together talented prospects in the Tri-State area (KY-OH-WV). The Summer Showcase has a specific design to give players an outlet to showcase their talents and build their reputations heading into the July evaluation periods. Here five names to know after the even. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Chase Porter (Sandy Hook, Ky.), – Elliott County HS......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Nike Elite 100 Camp | 2018 Standouts | - June 14, 2016

Class of 2018 forward Jontay Porter of Columbia, Mo., is turning the corner in his development. Read about his performance at Nike Elite 100 Camp. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike St. LOUIS, Mo., – Nike hosts the Elite 100 Camp annually to identify the nation’s top prospects in the rising junior and sophomore classes. This year’s group of 100 prospects from across the nation featured the class of 2018 and 2019. Here is a look at a few of the standouts from last weekend’s event. By: @JLHemingwayPSB 2018 Standout Player Jontay Porter (Columbia,......

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#OTRHoopsReport: EBA Super 64 Camp Recap - June 7, 2016

Class of 2017 wing Jalen Hillery of Central Gwinnett HS, brought the confidence gained from the EYBL circuit to the #EBASuper64 Camp. Photo cred – Ty Freeman LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga., – June is a month where travel teams can take a breather from travel and competition. However, for individual players this a window where valuable exposure can be gained. The EBA Super 64 camp hosted by Peach State Basketball and owner Brandon Clay provided a platform for players from across the Southeast region. Players gained unparalleled media coverage and evaluations in small camp......

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#OTRHoopsReport: EYBL #NaismithWatch - June 1, 2016

Class of 2017 forward Michael Porter Jr., of Columbia, Mo., earned his way onto the #NaismithWatch list by averaging 23 points per game and helping MoKan Elite into a Peach Jam bid. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike SUWANEE, Ga., – The final stop of the EYBL circuit occurred Memorial Day weekend at Suwanee Sports Academy. Teams on the Nike circuit competed to secure their spots for Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., in July. Our entire #OTRHoopsReport staff was on site to take in the action and see which prospects are rising......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Hemingway's Notebook / Spring Edition - May 26, 2016

Class of 2017 wing-forward Reid Walker of Lithia, Fla., put up big time numbers this spring. Photo cred – Ty Freeman/#EBATop40 Every evaluation opportunity provides teams and individuals to prove themselves. Regardless of the venue or whether college coaches are in attendance, players are able to build reputations that can be valuable. Here are a few players that were noted in our notebook that improved their stock this spring. Spring Stock-risers By: @JLHemingwayPSB Michael Devoe (Orlando, Fla.), – E1T1 – 2018 E1T1 16U took home the Bob Gibbons championship a few weekends ago.......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Spring Standouts Part II - May 24, 2016

Wes Morgan was automatic from behind the arc at the Sweet 16 Session I. Atlanta, Ga. – The Sweet 16 Session I & II was held during the April evaluation periods. This was a must attend event for college programs around the country, which featured some of the top programs in the Southeast. Here are a few of the notable performers from the Sweet 16. Wes Morgan – (Charlotte, NC) – PSB Select – 2017 Morgan is a legitimate knock down three point shooter and it was on display at the first session of the......

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#OTRHoopsReport: 2016 Bob Gibbons Standouts - May 17, 2016

Class of 2017 wing-forward Wyatt Wilkes of Winter Park, Fla., led CP25 Southeast to a 17U championship at Bob Gibbons. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike SUWANEE, Ga., – Suwanee Sports Academy hosted the Bob Gibbons Invitational last weekend, which featured some of the top teams in the Southeast. Here is a look back at the 2017 players made the biggest impression upon our staff. 2016 Bob Gibbons Standouts By: @JLHemingwayPSB Nicolas Claxton (Greenville, S.C.), Team South Carolina – 2017 The rest of the world has not caught up to Claxton just yet. Still......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Spring Standouts - May 16, 2016

Justin Forrest showed why he is considered one of the top guards in the South at the Sweet 16. Photo Cred: Ty Freeman Atlanta, Ga. – The Sweet 16 Session I & II was held during the April evaluation periods. This was a must attend event for college programs around the country, which featured some of the top programs in the Southeast. Here are a few of the notable performers from the Sweet 16. By: Shun Williams @OntheRadarHoops Ryan Schwieger – (Weddington, NC) – PSB Select – 2017 One of the biggest stock risers of......

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