Tag: Kobi Simmons


#OTRHoopsReport: What We Learned From Peachtree Corners Invitational - January 28, 2016

Anthony Cowan did it all for St. John’s at the Peachtree Corners Invitational. From running the offense to scoring 40 points, he proved he is BIG Conference ready. Photo cred – Ty Freeman ATLANTA, Ga., The Peachtree Corners Invitational was to be hosted at Norcross High School last Saturday. However, a dusting of snow on Friday afternoon and antiquated Gwinnett County Public School athletic policy prevented the slate of games to be played on Spalding Drive. Some adept scheduling and hard work by Norcross head coach Jessee McMillian salvaged the event. A......

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#OTRHoopsReport: 2016 #ATLTipOffWatch - November 11, 2015

Jared Harper led Pebblebrook to the GHSA championship game last year. He is a #ATLTipOffWatch prospect in the class of 2016. Photo cred – Ty Freeman/GHSA High School Basketball in Georgia is underway this week with many of the schools competing in scrimmages. Our #OTRHoopsReport staff is privileged to serve as voters on that committee at the end of each school season. Use the #ATLTipOffWatch hash tag on twitter to see prospects who are emerging this high school season. Here is a look at the 2016 players from around the city of......

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#OTRHoopsReport: 10 High School Teams to Watch in Georgia - October 27, 2015

 Class of 2017 forward Rayshaun Hammonds of Norcross High School is ready to emerge as one of the state’s top prospects this high school season. Photo cred – Ty Freeman / Gwinnett County Media Day High School basketball officially kicked off yesterday in the state of Georgia. Excitement and anticipation in the Peach State is at a high level as players and coaches alike are ready to show what they got this year. As usual Georgia boasts of dozens of high major prospects and several #McDonaldsWatch candidates, which always makes the season......

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#OTRHoopsReport: GHSA State Tournament Recap - March 10, 2015

Jonesboro HS capped an outstanding season by winning the Class AAAA state championship last weekend. Read about all the top performers here. Photo cred – Ty Freeman Macon, Ga., – The high school season came to end last weekend and a new crew of champions have been crowned. We take a look back at which individuals made the biggest impact for their teams on championship day. College Coaches can get the full report by clicking here!  GHSA Championship Recap By: @JLHemingwayPSB Jaylen Brown (Marietta, Ga.) Wheeler HS – 2015 It was a fitting end......

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#OTRHoopsReport: 2015 Predictions Part II - Jan. 16, 2015

Sophomore guard Troy Brown is a name you’ll want to remember.  Photo cred – Craig Miller / USA Which Junior is poised for the biggest jump headed into the spring and summer viewing period? The class of 2016 is loaded at the point guard position when you consider the likes of DeAaron Fox, Kobi Simmons and Dennis Smith Jr. However, there is even depth at the position outside of the 5 star prospects at the top of the class. One player in particular that has rose within our OTRHoopsReport.com rankings is Curtis Jones of......

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#OTRHoopsReport: 2014 Rewind - Jan. 5, 2015

2014 was a big year for Malik Beasley of St. Francis HS. He established himself as an ELITE scorer this summer for the Georgia Stars. Photo cred – Jon Lopez/Nike With 2014 in the books, it is time to look back at some of the high points of the year. Our OTRHoopsReport.com team has crisscrossed the country following the top talent in the country. Along the way we have documented the year’s best storylines and performances. Here is a look back on the year. By: @JLHemingwayPSB Best single game Performance HS Game: We......

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OntheRadarHoops.com: Thanksgiving Showcase Recap - St. Francis vs. Douglas County - December 1, 2014

Florida State signee Malik Beasley of St. Francis (GA) led his team with 36 points on Saturday night. Photo cred – Nakita Hemingway The Thanksgiving Showcase presented by OntheRadarHoops.com provided a chance for area teams a measuring stick before they hit region play in the month of December. It also gave our OTRHoopsReport.com evaluators another chance to watch to see which individuals stood above the rest. Here is the recap of the feature game of the evening, which pitted the host team of St. Francis versus a talented Douglas County squad. By: @JLHemingwayPSB......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Stat Central-Week of Nov. 15, 2014

North Carolina junior post Harry Giles has gotten off to a fast start this season Saturday November 15, 2014 2015 Oak Ridge (FL) SG Antonio Blakeney had a huge game with 65 points and 11 rebounds 2016 Wesleyan Christian (NC) PF Harry Giles finished with 38 points & 19 rebounds St. Francis (GA) guard Kobi Simmons finished with 18 points in a win 2015 guard KJ Johnson of Douglas County finished with 13 points and 15 ast in a win Senior guard Malik Abraham finished with 34 points for Parkview (GA) in......

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OntheRadarHoops.com: Thanksgiving Showcase Preview - St. Francis vs. Douglas County - November 12, 2014

Class of 2016 guard Kobi Simmons of Alpharetta, Ga., is one of the most electrifying guards in the nation. We will see him November 29 at the OntheRadarHoops.com Thanksgiving Showcase. Photo cred – Ty Freeman OntheRadarHoops.com will bring together eight of the top teams from the state of Georgia on the Saturday after Thanksgiving at St. Francis High School. This showcase setting for high school teams allows teams an early season test to see how they measure up before they get into regular season region play. It also gives basketball fans in......

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#OTRHoopsReport: Recruiting Recap-Week of Nov. 3, 2014

Chattanooga scored a commitment from 2015 North Cobb Christian center Trey Kalina Monday November 3, 2015 Minnesota has offered 2016 Taylor County (KY) gaurad Quentin Goodin 2015 St. Beneditcs (NJ) forward Connor Shorten has committed to Florida Atlantic 2017 Hillcrest Academy (AZ) PG Jay Green picked up an offer from New Mexico Kentucky was in to see 2016 PG Kobi Simmons of St. Francis (GA) Florida A&M has landed a commitment from 2015 SF Francois Lewis (FL) Chattanooga has landed a commitment from 2015 North Cobb Christian (GA) C Trey Kalina UCONN......

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