Class of 2015 guard Rex Pflueger of Chula Vista, Calif., can shoot the ball from the perimeter. However, it is what he does when he is not shooting that makes him one of the most valuable recruits in the nation. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike Everyone in the world of college basketball recruiting has their attention fixed upon the official visits that are taking place for the next two months. While most of the concentration may center around 5-star recruits, we take a look at which prospects will bring the most value to a......
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Harry Giles III had a bounce back summer after suffering a knee injury last year. His July puts him back atop of the rankings in the class of 2016. A number of prospects elevated their games and turned coaches into believers this summer. In our second look at the summer 2014, we will look at who is poised to have a big season on the court this winter. By: @JLHemingwayPSB SUMMER STOCK RISERS PART II Harry Giles III of Winston Salem, N.C., was considered the top class of 2016 prospect before he suffered an......
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Hillgrove (GA) has gotten off to a great start behind senior guard Kyle Castlin By: @OntheRadarHoops Hillgrove powered by Castlin Last year Hillgrove was the Cinderella team in Georgia’s class AAAAAA by beating a talented Wheeler team and advancing to the state championship game. Although they would eventually fall to Norcross in that game 60-48, that loss would prove to be motivation for the Hawks to return to those heights this year. Senior guard Kyle Castlin has taken the leadership role this year for his Hillgrove team. The Columbia bound scoring guard......
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Editor’s Note: “In Focus” is a regular piece designed to give readers an in depth view of notable basketball players from around the country. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Devin Mitchell, a four-star prospect as rated by ESPN.com, gave his verbal commitment to the University of Alabama in August of this year. Mitchell will bring his shooting ability to Tuscaloosa and will look to give an immediate contribution to coach Anthony Grant in the fall of 2014. Not one player on this year’s Alabama roster shot over 40% from beyond the arc last season. Mitchell......
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Birmingham is known for historically producing steel and hard-nosed athletes. The Steel City Invitational provided a showcase of a number of talented basketball players last weekend. *Photo Courtesy of SteelCityHoops.com Birmingham, Ala. – The college atmosphere on the campus of Samford University set the stage for many of the best teams in the state of Alabama to square off in the Steel City Invitational. The Pete Hanna Center provided a state tournament-like atmosphere where 16 teams competed in the premier high school basketball tournament in the state. Here is a look at......
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