Here is a list of standouts from the The Opening in Florida. By: Kerry Willis Isaac Timmons 6’5 2025 F Ocala Wildcats In a low scoring contest that found itself in overtime, Timmons was a bright spot with his patience and solid moves in the paint. He never rushed or forced shots, while being alert enough to feel double teams before they converged on him. In overtime it was his go-ahead layup after spinning middle that put and kept the Wildcats on top for a victory in the morning session. Emanuel Augustin......
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The 2024 On the Radar Hoops Circuit is officially underway in the Sunshine State. Lots of talent is on display here at the Florida Opening at the Alachua County Sports & Event Center in Gainesville. Here is who stood out on Day 2: By: Ross Van De Griek 2027 6-2 PG Josiah Manrow (1Family 15U) Manrow, A 6-2 freshman point guard showcased his true abilities on how to initiate the offense. Manrow brought a high IQ and is very coachable when out on the floor, knowing when to take the right shots......
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ALABASTER, Alabama, – On the Radar Hoops returned to the greater Birmingham area to host the Birmingham Classic. Nearly sixty teams from the Southeast lined up to compete at the top tier facility at Thompson High School. Here is a look at 2026 prospects who caught our attention over the weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Turner Clayton– 423 Elite – 2026 Clanton showed his skills and fundamentals in the opening game of the morning. He is a crafty ball handler who can shake defenders in the open court to create space. And he......
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The 2024 On the Radar Hoops Circuit is officially underway in the Sunshine State. Lots of talent is on display here at the Florida Opening at the Alachua County Sports & Event Center in Gainesville. Here is who stood out on Day 1. By: Ross Van De Griek 2025 6-2 PG Darius Livingston (BTI Pressure Elite 2025) The 6-2 junior point guard is a Top-50 ranked player in the state and his high IQ stood out to me as he gets his teammates involved offensively as well as a high-prized rebounder on......
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ALABASTER, Alabama, – On the Radar Hoops returned to the greater Birmingham area to host the Birmingham Classic. Nearly sixty teams from the Southeast are lined up to compete at the top tier facility at Thompson High School. Here is a look at the names of those who caught our eye on Saturday at the event. By: Jonathan Hemingway Asa Price – Noble Knights – 2024 Price caught our eye early in the morning with a terrific hesitation and go move at the top of the key. He is a guard that......
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MARIETTA, Georgia, – The action did not slow down on Sunday of The Opening. Players showed their eagerness to compete and tune up for the upcoming spring circuit. Here is a selection of names from day two of the event. By: Jonathan Hemingway Cam Dover – Atlanta Timberwolves – 2025 We had a chance to see Dover multiple times as he filled in on both Timberwolves squads over the course of the weekend. We were impressed with the size and length as a stretch forward. His consistent stroke from the perimeter and......
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We take a second look at underclass standouts from the notebook of @Jr_OTRH. By: Willie Evans Brian Clark-Tier2 Elite -2026 (Pictured Above) Clark was quietly one of the better shooters this weekend in 16U. In the three games I watched him, he hit over three 3-pointers every game for his squad. At 6’3 he does a good job rebounding from the guard spot and mixing up drives to the rim. Caron Hall-J Smoove Celtics-2027 In today’s positionless basketball Hall is a player that can stick on the floor anywhere. At 6-foot-5 he......
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We highlight players in the 8th grade division from the Florida Battleground. Featured are a few of the promising prospects which ought to be tracked heading into spring and summer play. By: Bilal Benjamin Nijaun Harris | Tre Mann Elite Mr. MVP of the 8th grade division in Session one and would’ve been the overall MVP if we had one. Harris has the total package and a nice frame at the wing position. He’s a true shooter that can put the ball on the floor and make plays. Harris’ ability to score......
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Standouts from last weekend’s On the Radar Hoops The Opening. By: Willie Evans Demari Bailey- Team Forrest 2026 Bailey is one of those guards whose activity you cannot overlook. He is an athletic combo guard that’s comfortable blowing by defenders with his quick burst first step. Bailey can change the momentum of a game versus opposing teams whether on offense or defense with his nonstop mentality. J’Mari Greene- DBE-2026 Devin Butts Elite has changed names but can expect the same quality talent to still be around. Greene had himself quite the weekend bursting......
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MARIETTA, Georgia, – On the Radar Hoops hosted The Opening last weekend. More than 100 teams packed into four locations which made for an exciting kickoff to the spring travel season. Our evaluators and staff covered as many teams and players as possible. Here is a second edition of standouts from the weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Nasir Anderson – J Smoove Celtics – 2027 (Pictured Above) Anderson displayed a complete skill set on Sunday morning. The lefty is equipped with a strong frame and shoulders. He uses his body to shield the......
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