Big Blue Nation came out to Hoop Fest to see future Wildcats and also to get a glimpse of Kentucky coach John Calipari in between games. *Photo by Jonathan Hemingway Benton, Ky. – The Hoop Fest hosted by Marshall County High School provided the venue for a terrific showdown of elite talent this past weekend. A line up of nationally ranked teams squared off against one another after seeing the first two days of Hoop Fest cancelled due to ice and snow. With the tradition that Marshall County has set in place......
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From Georgia to Kentucky to Minnesota, the OTRHoopsReport had “Spike Lee” seats everywhere during a jam packed 10 hours full of basketball. *Photo by Brandon Clay Saturday was one of the busiest days of the 2013-14 high school season for the OTRHoopsReport team. We could think of no better way to recap what we witnessed on the hardwood than to bring our readers along with us through the busy day. Enjoy an inside look through our court side seats at our team in action. By: @BrandonClayPSB, @JLHemingwayPSB & Shun Williams @OntheRadarHoops 11:50......
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Thomas Bryant of Rochester, N.Y., showed a world of talent and promise at the prestigious Marshall County HoopFest. *Courtesy of USA Basketball Benton, Ky. – The basketball crazed state of Kentucky provides the perfect setting for a premier showcase of high school basketball in the month of December. Although snow and ice shut down the first two days of the tournament, several of the nation’s top programs were still able to play on Saturday to showcase their skills. Although the iced roads kept many of the hometown fans home, the event was......
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Malik Beasley showed out on Saturday night and picked up a scholarship offer along the way. *Photo by Ty Freeman Alpharetta, Ga. – The post Thanksgiving high school showcase at St. Francis high school was an instant success for everyone involved. Over 20 college coaches were in the building to take in the action from the 14 high school teams who were there to compete. The seven games provided an early season test for these teams as they prepare for their region schedule in weeks to come. In these highly contested games,......
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Class of 2016 PG Aaron Augustin has gotten off to a fast start for Peachtree Ridge OTRHoopsReport: On theRadarHoops.com Invitational Preview Part II: By: Jonathan Hemingway @JLHemingwayPSB The OntheRadarHoops.com Invitational features many of the top of individual performers on some of the top teams from around the state of Georgia. The Peach State is well known for being rich in talent and prospects. This year is no exception as multiple top 100 players will be competing on Saturday afternoon. Here is a look at some of the notable individuals who will play......
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Miller Grove will have an early season test versus Luella this weekend at the On the Radar Hoops Invitational By: Jonathan Hemingway @JLHemingwayPSB In just it’s’ third year of existence, the OntheRadarHoops.com Invitational has become one of the state’s top one day showcase for top teams in the state of Georgia. This Thanksgiving weekend showcase will feature championship contending teams as well as some of the top committed prospects from around the state of Georgia. Here is a look at some of the storylines that you should follow this weekend. RING CHASERS......
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Marquette was the perfect fit for Georgia guard Ahmed Hill Editor’s Note: “How They Fit” is a regular piece designed to give readers in depth insight on how 2014 commitments will fit in at the college of their choice. Name: Ahmed Hill Hometown: Augusta, Ga. Height: 6’5” Committed College: Marquette Specialty: Midrange game, Versatility “The Fit” Ranked in the top 100 nationally, Hill is exactly the type of player that Coach Buzz Williams has recruited in the past to bring the success to Milwaukee. Williams led Marquette to the Elite Eight last......
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Nov. 12, 2013 – Sophomore guard Aaron Augustine is poised for a breakout season for Peachtree Ridge OntheRadarHoops.com Opening Night Recap Archer vs. Peachtree Ridge I had the opportunity to stop in to watch Keith Arrington’s squad from Peachtree Ridge last night. The Lions are poised once again to be atop of Region 7-AAAAAA, which is historically one of the toughest regions in the state of Georgia. The Lions are led by inside-outside attack of post Amir Warnock and point guard Aaron Augustine. The senior post, who recently gave his verbal commitment to......
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Phil Cofer of Fayetteville, Ga., should fit in quite nicely in Tennessee coach Cuonzo Martin’s system next year.*Photo by Ty Freeman Editor’s Note: “College Fit” is a regular piece designed to give readers in depth insight on how 2014 commitments will fit in at the college of their choice. Name: Phil Cofer
Hometown: Fayetteville, Ga.
Height: 6’8″
Committed College: University of Tennessee
Position: PF Specialty: Hustle, energy, athleticism on the glass “The Fit” Cofer has an opportunity to step into a situation where he could earn as much playing time as he......
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DePaul’s Oliver Purnell is the latest coach to offer 2016 forward Braxton Blackwell of Nashville, Tenn. *Courtesy of DePaul Athletics Editor’s Note: “The Notebook” is a regular piece designed to inform our readers of the latest in the world of recruiting. By: @BrandonClayPSB Braxton Blackwell out of Nashville, Tenn., is emerging as one of the nation’s top forward prospects in the class of 2016. The 6-foot-7 wing forward received an offer from DePaul coach Oliver Purnell on Monday. Blackwell has recent scholarship offers from Alabama, Indiana, Memphis, North Carolina State and Providence......
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