Tag: Jonathan Hemingway


#OTRHoopsReport: Ontheradarhoops.com Invitational Preview-Nov. 26, 2013

Miller Grove will have an early season test versus Luella this weekend at the On the Radar Hoops Invitational By: Jonathan Hemingway @JLHemingwayPSB In just it’s’ third year of existence, the OntheRadarHoops.com Invitational has become one of the state’s top one day showcase for top teams in the state of Georgia.  This Thanksgiving weekend showcase will feature championship contending teams as well as some of the top committed prospects from around the state of Georgia.  Here is a look at some of the storylines that you should follow this weekend. RING CHASERS......

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#OTRHoopsReport College Fit: Ahmed Hill to Marquette.Nov. 25, 2013

Marquette was the perfect fit for Georgia guard Ahmed Hill Editor’s Note: “How They Fit” is a regular piece designed to give readers in depth insight on how 2014 commitments will fit in at the college of their choice. Name: Ahmed Hill Hometown: Augusta, Ga. Height: 6’5” Committed College: Marquette Specialty: Midrange game, Versatility “The Fit” Ranked in the top 100 nationally, Hill is exactly the type of player that Coach Buzz Williams has recruited in the past to bring the success to Milwaukee.  Williams led Marquette to the Elite Eight last......

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Opening Night Recap #OTRHoopsReport

 Nov. 12, 2013 – Sophomore guard Aaron Augustine is poised for a breakout season for Peachtree Ridge OntheRadarHoops.com Opening Night Recap Archer vs. Peachtree Ridge I had the opportunity to stop in to watch Keith Arrington’s squad from Peachtree Ridge last night.  The Lions are poised once again to be atop of Region 7-AAAAAA, which is historically one of the toughest regions in the state of Georgia.  The Lions are led by inside-outside attack of post Amir Warnock and point guard Aaron Augustine.  The senior post, who recently gave his verbal commitment to......

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#OTRHoopsReport College Fit: Phil Cofer to Tennessee - Nov. 12, 2012

Phil Cofer of Fayetteville, Ga., should fit in quite nicely in Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin’s system next year.*Photo by Ty Freeman Editor’s Note: “College Fit” is a regular piece designed to give readers in depth insight on how 2014 commitments will fit in at the college of their choice. Name: Phil Cofer
 Hometown: Fayetteville, Ga. 
Height: 6’8″ 
Committed College: University of Tennessee
 Position: PF Specialty: Hustle, energy, athleticism on the glass “The Fit” Cofer has an opportunity to step into a situation where he could earn as much playing time as he......

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#OTRHoopsReport: The Notebook - Nov. 5, 2013

DePaul’s Oliver Purnell is the latest coach to offer 2016 forward Braxton Blackwell of Nashville, Tenn. *Courtesy of DePaul Athletics Editor’s Note: “The Notebook” is a regular piece designed to inform our readers of the latest in the world of recruiting. By: @BrandonClayPSB Braxton Blackwell out of Nashville, Tenn., is emerging as one of the nation’s top forward prospects in the class of 2016. The 6-foot-7 wing forward received an offer from DePaul coach Oliver Purnell on Monday. Blackwell has recent scholarship offers from Alabama, Indiana, Memphis, North Carolina State and Providence......

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#OTRHoopsReport: The Future- Oct. 10, 2013

2017 SG MJ Walker Jonesboro (GA) is one of the top players in his class By @JLHemingwayPSB The Fall Showcase presented by On the Radar Hoops put together some of the top young talent in the state of Georgia.  The September camp provided the ultimate opportunity for many younger campers to show that they belonged on the same stage as some of the well-established veterans. Here is a glimpse into the future of Georgia basketball. The talent rich state of Georgia is no stranger to talented big men and Wendell Carter of......

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