MARIETTA, Georgia – On the Radar Hoops hosted its annual “Who Wants the Smoke?” tournament, held across two locations over three days. The event showcased top shoe-circuit programs alongside many elite independent teams from Georgia. Here’s a look at some standout prospects and their performances from the weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Cam Selig – Athlete’s First – 2026 Selig continues to turn heads this spring. A standout at prior On the Radar (OTR) events, his performance here was equally impressive. The 6-foot-7 left-handed wing-forward blends skill and tenacity on the court. He......
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A list of standouts from Who Wants the Smoke? via OTR evaluator DT. By: DT Bryson Jatta – Class of 2028 | AOT EYBL 15U Bryson Jatta continues to prove he’s a force on both ends of the court. Offensively, he was relentless when attacking the rim, showing no hesitation and thriving through contact to get to the free throw line, finishing as his team’s leading scorer. Defenders couldn’t contain his aggressive style, and when they backed off, he showed he could knock down the three. On the defensive side, Jatta impressed......
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A list of top performers from Sunday at Who Wants the Smoke? in Marietta, Georgia. By: Kyle Sandy 2028 6-2 W Owen Ward – Team Scoot – Walton (Pictured) I was super impressed with Owen Ward’s athleticism and effort. Ward’s motor stood out in a 60-41 win. He was all over the floor making plays, especially on defense. Ward flew around blocking shots without fouling. He got to shots face-to-face and from beyond. Owen’s smooth athleticism pairs well with a frame that already has lean muscle and could pack on even more. ......
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A list of top performers from Saturday at Who Wants the Smoke? in Marietta, Georgia. By: Kyle Sandy 2026 6-0 PG Markenzy Sainvil – E5 Florida – TLAP (Pictured) The energy and emotion Markenzy plays with is infectious. A true pass-first point guard, Sainvil is a quick-twitch athlete with explosive leaping ability. He flies around the floor to make plays on defense and serves as a cool-headed playmaker on offense. In a 64-61 win over the Atlanta Celtics, Sainvil was paramount in the see-saw affair. Markenzy rotated over for the game-clinching steal......
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A list of standout players from Friday at Who Wants the Smoke? in Marietta, Georgia. By: Kyle Sandy 2026 6-0 G Jayden Crawford – GA Canes OTR – Cristo Rey (Pictured) Saving the best for last, Jayden Crawford put on a show in the 9:10 PM time slot as he unleashed eight three-pointers en route to 26 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist and 2 steals in a 74-64 win. Crawford’s ascent is in full swing this spring, routinely hitting shots along the perimeter as the Canes have toppled opponent after opponent. Jayden’s......
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The NCAA live period is ahead of us this weekend. Which players on the OTR Circuit should college coaches be aware of? Here is a first look at players with momentum heading into this weekend’s event. By: Kowacie Reeves Malik Gillespie, Warner Robins All-Stars OTR, 2026 Gillespie is one of the top prospects on the OTR Circuit and will be a hot target all spring & summer. The midseason MVP candidate already has offers from Division-1 programs like Georgia State, Arkansas-Pine Bluff, and Presbyterian. Don’t be surprised to see more offers come......
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Gatlinburg, TN- The On the Radar Rocky Top Invitational was held at Rocky Top Sports World this past weekend. Several teams from multiple states participated in the event. Here is a look at some of 2026 and 2027 standouts. By: Joel Hillsman DeShawn Coulter 2026 (Charlotte Aces); Coulter is savvy lefty that can impact the game in multiple ways. In three games we charted Coulter averaged 10ppg with a high of 18 (6-three-pointers made) and tallied over five assists in those outings. Coulter is a pass-first guard that knows how to get......
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A selection of standout players from the OTR X Hoopseen Southeast Takeover. By: Jaron Pierre-Mathurine Majok Mayuen Kau 6’8 F 2029 Ga Stars was a good introduction to the scene with his emphatic jams and high energy play. Ran the floor well and due to his size alone was the difference maker for them this weekend leading to the championship game. You can tell he’s still getting his feet wet with the game and could use some work developing a true post skill set, but the foundation is there. Anthony Moreno 5’9......
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GATLINBURG, Tennessee – The Rocky Top Invitational pulsed with high-energy matchups and rising stars, showcasing some of the region’s brightest young basketball talent. With courts packed and competition fierce, it took three evaluators and hundreds of social media posts to capture the action. Here, we present a third edition of standouts from the event—players who left a mark and are sure to be heard from again. Whether flashing potential or delivering standout performances, these prospects shone brightly. By: Jonathan Hemingway KJ Lee – Uwin Serventz – 2026 Hazel Green’s Lee has been......
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This article is an overview of some of the standout players from this weekend, at the Battle at The Beach event in Daytona, Florida. This was a competitive event with several standout players for coaches to keep their eye on. By: Joshua Goode Ryan Harper – Oviedo Magic – 2028 Ryan Harper continues to make waves on the court, delivering an impressive performance over the weekend that solidified his status as a rising problem for opposing defenses. A dynamic and skilled guard, Harper excels at scoring from all areas of the floor.......
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