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#OTRHoopsReport: Sophomore's on the rise in Georgia - Jan. 30, 2018

Anthony Edwards has had multiple big games this season for Holy Spirit. Photo – Ty Freeman  Atlanta, Ga – This week we take look into the future by focusing on the class of 2020 in a two part series. The talent from around the nation is deep as numerous prospects from the 2020 class have already made an impact on the national scene. Here is a look at a few of those names from around the state of Georgia.  Anthony Edwards – Holy Spirit (GA) There are not many sophomores in the country......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Lasting Impressions from City of Palms Classic - December 31, 2017

After multiple dominating performances, Sharife Cooper of McEachern HS is squarely within the conversation as one of the nation’s top 2020 point guards. Photo cred – City of Palms Classic Fort Myers, Florida, – The City of Palms Classic is a main stop for our #OTRHoopsReport team. Multiple #NaismithWatch prospects compete on the nation’s biggest stage. The match-ups provided by the tournament give a true measurement of the teams and individuals who compete. This year gave us a glimpse at some of the nation’s premier prospects once again. Here are a few......

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#OTRHoopsReport: City of Palms Classic Run Down - Dec. 26, 2017

Scottie Barnes earned Tournament MVP honors and helped the University School (FL) walk away as City of Palms Champions.  FORT MYERS, Fla., – The City of Palms Classic is considered the top high school tournament nationally. This was the one opportunity where the best teams from around the country can compete annually. Our OTRHoopsReport.com staff had this weekend etched into our calendars as a must stop. Here is a run down of some notable performers from the event. Sharife Cooper – McEachern (GA) – 2020 After an outstanding week at the City of Palms Classic,......

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#OTRHoopsReport - 2017-2018 High School Predictions - October 31, 2017

Norcross High School has another talented squad ready to compete for a championship in 2017-2018. Photo cred – Ty Freeman/Gwinnett County Media Day Georgia high school teams were finally able to take the court this week for the first day of practice. This season is poised to be exciting within the state. OntheRadarHoops.com contributors, Kowacie Reeves and Jonathan Hemingway, team up to make predictions on this year’s season. Who are the top players in the state, which team’s are poised to take the crown and which underclassmen will become household names are......

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OTRHoopsReport: Elite 100 Camp Recap - Oct 4, 2017

Norcorss, Ga – The Elite 100 Camp presented by All Metro Hoops was the place to beto many of the regions top freshman and sophomore players. Here are several players who lived up to their reputations last weekend at Norcross High School: Broc Bidwell – West Forsyth (GA) – 2021 Bidwell  is a true point guard that has good strength for his size. He pushes the ball on the break and has the ability to get to the rim. He constantly probed the defense and penetrated looking for openings to make a......

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#OTRHoopsReport: 2017-18 GHSA Point Guard Preview

Norcorss junior Kyle Sturdivant is one of the top lead guards in the Peach State. Photo Cred: Ty Freeman The state of Georgia has started to see an uptick in the amount of talented players at the lead guard position. Last season, blue chippers Collin Sexton, Davion Mitchell, and Darius Perry to name few were all nationally ranked and are expected to make immediate impacts at the next level. With household names like Trey Doomes and Will Richardson transferring out of state this season, the point guard spot took a big hit.......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Super 6 Takeaways - Aug 1, 2017

 ATLANTA, Georgia–After a star-studded session one tourney, the second installment of On the Radar’s Super 6 series continued the trend. Big time matchups featuring nationally ranked prospects such as Emmitt Williams, Will Richardson, Isaac Okoro, and Elias King filled Emory University’s gymnasium to capacity. Over 300 coaches returned to keep tabs on their targets. By: @HypesouthMedia Sharife Cooper & Isaac Okoro (Powder Springs, GA) | A.O.T. Cooper’s composure and maturity from the point guard spot was unparalleled. The 5-foot-10 rising sophomore runs the show to perfection for a loaded Athletes of Tomorrow......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Tournament of Champions Classic Rundown - Jan. 4, 2017

5-Star guard Javonte Smart did not disappoint at the Tournament of Champions Classic. Photo Cred – Ty Freeman Marietta, Ga. – The Tournament of Champions Classic has set the bar high for tournaments nationwide. Wheeler High School had plenty Division One graded prospects take part in the four day tournament. With that collection of talent in one place, please believe that we walked away with plenty of knowledge. Here are several prospects who stood above the rest: Travis Anderson – (Grayson, GA) – Grayson Anderson put up big numbers in multiple games helping......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Georgia's Elite 8 Classic Underclassmen - Nov 16, 2016

Freshman guard Sharife Cooper of McEachern (GA) did a good job of managing the team Saturday in a win. Photo Cred Ty Freeman Atlanta, Ga – At events like the Georgia’s Elite 8 Classic at McEachern High School, it was a good chance to look into the future and see who basketball fans will be following in years to come. This event gave a quality look at underclassmen who will inevitably see their recruitment pick up as the summer months approach. Sharife Cooper – (Powder Springs, Ga) – McEarchern In the first......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Players to Know - Sept. 27, 2016

Mohammed Abdul-Salam of Greenforest (GA) showed the ability to score inside and out. Photo Cred: Ty Freeman Atlanta, Ga. – The On the Radar Hoops Fall Showcase held in Atlanta, Georgia showcased some of the top underclassmen around the state. Our team takes a look at some of the players that stood out during the showcase: Brandon Boston (Suwanee, GA) – Holy Spirit – 2020 Our staff had an opportunity to watch Boston several times over the past couple of years. At 6-foot-5 he is a long wiry guard that can play......

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