College coaches be sure to remember the name Trace Young of Kentucky Hoop Dreams. Photo Cred: Willie Evans Trace Young has all the signs of a future high-major player as he’s a 6’8 wing who makes shots, sees the floor and passes well with the ability to handle the ball under pressure. His size and skill package make him a terrific prospect for the next level. He has a very solid mid-range game; he understands when to drive to the rim and when to pull up before the defender can contest his shot. He is......
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Atlanta, Ga, – The Best of the Best Camp sponsored by Under Armour brought together some of the nation’s best young talent last weekend at Maynard Jackson High School. Headed up by ATL Xpress director, Winfred Jordan, the camp featured over 100 prospects who will be entering the 7th through 9th grade next season. Here is a peak into the future of just a few of the notable players at the camp. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Under Armour Best of the Best Camp Standouts (Heights, Years and City and State were not available at......
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Class of 2016 point guard Alterique Gilbert was focused all spring long with Team CP3. He could be eyeing a state title this winter. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike Maple Grove, Minn., – The Nike Elite Youth Basketball League is a circuit where players can prove how they measure up with prospects from across the nation. The fourth and final stop of the circuit gave our staff a look at how several local players measured up. Here is an early peak at which players in the Atlanta Metro area are on the watch-list......
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Class of 2017 Troy Brown is a consistent performer on the EYBL circuit. Read how his spring finished in Minnesota. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike MAPLE GROVE, Minn., – The EYBL circuit is one of the premier places for prospects to make a name for themselves. Here is a rundown on some of the underclassmen who showed they are already at the top of their class. College Coaches can get the full report by clicking here! By: @JLHemingwayPSB Troy Brown (Las Vegas, Nev.), – Las Vegas Prospects – 2017 Currently the No. 1......
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Georgia State commit D’Marcus Simonds of Gainesville, Ga., powered Heat Check to a 17U Championship. Read about it here. Photo cred – Ty Freeman/PSB Atlanta, Ga. – The Nike Memorial Day has established itself as one of the most prestigious tournaments on an annual basis. This year was no different as the tournament boasts arguably one of the premier players in the country. Undisputed Championship Heat Check ran through the competition over the weekend claiming the 17U Gold Championship. Heat Check is lead by a talented group of guards which include Christian......
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Malik Monk of the Arkansas Wings has a killer instinct when it comes to getting buckets. He is in the mix as a candidate for the Naismith Player of the Year in 2016. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike MAPLE GROVE, Minn., – The final session of the spring EYBL circuit concluded this weekend. Teams made a final push to punch their ticket to the coveted Nike Peach Jam, which will be held in July. By Monday, Team CP3 walked away with the league’s best record. Here is a recap of a few of......
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CP3 post Harry Giles dominated the competition Saturday at the Nike EYBL Session Four. Minneapolis, MN. – The Nike EYBL provided the stage for the nation’s top talent to compete against each other. The three day weekend provided many local observers as well as fans from around the nation a glimpse of many top 100 caliber talent. Here is a look at some of the players that took advantage of the stage Saturday. PJ Washington (Frisco, Texas) – Team Penny – 2017 Washington has continued to improve his offensive game, showcasing his......
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Class of 2016 power guard Rawle Alkins makes his presence known on the court and on the recruiting trail. Photo cred – Robert Blanchard/Spalding There is plenty of movement on the recruiting frontier this spring as college coaches jockey to land impact recruits for their programs. Most of the notable 2015 prospect have committed or signed by this spring. Only three players in the BrandonClayScouting.com ELITE 25 remain uncommitted (Thon Maker, Caleb Swaningan and Stephen Zimmerman). Most of the recruiting chatter that is reported deals with 2016 and 2017 prospects. Here are three players that......
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Nashville Celtics guard Tristan Jarrett made a name for himself at the first session of the Sweet 16. Atlanta, Ga. – The Sweet 16 proved to be a success this year. Players from around the Southeast participated in the Sweet 16 Tournament and competed in front of dozens of college coaches. Here is a rundown of some players who took advantage of the opportunity. Zion Williams He is cat quick with a tight handle as he pushes the ball in transition at high speeds. He has a laundry list of dribble moves......
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Forward Wendall Carter of East Point, Ga., is one of the nation’s most productive and versatile big men in the class of 2017. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike This week we dig inside of my notebook to see some of the hot names and evaluations from this spring. With the travel circuit in full swing and the summer camp series in front of us, here is a preview of some of the top 2017 prospects from the Southeast region. College Coaches can get the full report by clicking here! By: @JLHemingwayPSB On the Radar......
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