Tag: OTR The Gauntlet


OTR Hoops: Final Roundup from The Gauntlet - April 19, 2024

SUMTERVILLE, Florida, – On the Radar Hoops returns to Florida for the second annual The Gauntlet. This year’s edition features many of the top programs in the state of Florida as well as competitive independent teams from around the Southeast. Here is a final look at the top performers at the event. By: Jonathan Hemingway Austin Davenport – North Point Youth – 2024 Davenport brings ideal size and athleticism to the floor. He is well-suited to playing a combo-forward at the next level. He can defend taller players around the rim and......

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OTR Hoops: The Gauntlet 2027-2029 Prime Performers - April 16, 2024

Here are underclassmen and middle schoolers who shone brightly at The Gauntlet. By: Bilal Benjamin Markel Holmes | 904 Elite | 6’0“ | 2027 | San Jose Prep (FL) (Pictured above on the left) Holmes had a 40 ball at The Gauntlet! He was on an absolute heater. In that game he set the tone with 22 points in the 1st half & picked up where he left off. Holmes is a two-way prospect and a three-level scoring threat. He is the full package at the guard spot. In transition, Holmes was......

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OTR Hoops - 2026 Prime Performers from The Gauntlet - April 16, 2024

Here are the Prime Performers in the class of 2026 who opened eyes at The Gauntlet with consistent play. By: Bilal Benjamin Demari Bailey | Team Forrest | 6’0” | Griffin HS (GA) Bailey has been remarkable early in the travel season. He’s been a force for Team Forrest. Bailey is a crafty guard with good slashing abilities. Bailey has a habit of taking games over and not settling for the jumper but keeping pressure on defenses and relentlessly attacking the cup. Bailey has two years left and we expect him to......

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OTR Hoops: Underclassmen Standouts from The Gauntlet - April 14, 2024

SUMTERVILLE, Florida, – On the Radar Hoops returns to Florida for the second annual The Gauntlet. This year’s edition features many of the top programs in the state of Florida as well as competitive independent teams from around the Southeast. Here is a look at the top underclassmen at the event. By: Jonathan Hemingway Sam Mitchell – 321 SuperSonics – 2026 Mitchell is a southpaw who shoots the ball with a feathery touch. He has terrific length with long arms and legs. He can finish in the paint and affect the game......

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OTR Hoops- The Gauntlet Day 1 Standouts- April 13, 2024

On The Radar Hoops is back in the Sunshine State this weekend presenting The Gauntlet. Many independent programs squared off in quality competition. Here is a report from the standout performances from Day 1 of the event: By: Ross Van De Griek 2027 6-2 CG Chase Weismiller (Austin Rivers SE Gold) – Pictured Above Weismiller, showed a ton of confidence and fluidity in his offensive game where he was lethal from 3-point range. On the defensive end, he showed a ton of activity, and his upside has continued to rise to the......

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OTR Hoops: The Gauntlet Saturday Standouts - April 13, 2024

SUMTERVILLE, Florida, – On the Radar Hoops returns to Florida for the second annual The Gauntlet. This year’s edition features many of the top programs in the state of Florida as well as competitive independent teams from around the Southeast. Here is a first look at the top performers from the event. By: Jonathan Hemingway Zemari Days – Limitless Basketball – 2025 Days put on a clinic in an early Saturday morning game. He manned the point guard position for his team and provided the scoring in the process. He connected on......

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Final Impressions from the OTR Gauntlet - April 21, 2023

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – On the Radar Hoops returned to the Sunshine State for a second time this spring to host The Gauntlet at Mainland and Seabreeze High Schools. Our media team was in full force at the event, and we took note of the top performers from the event. Here is our final installment of standouts from last weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Class of 2024 combo guard Patrick Schnell caught our attention on Sunday afternoon. He is a prospect who plays off the ball primarily for Team Breakdown. He specializes in......

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Strong Impressions from The Gauntlet - April 19, 2023

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – On the Radar Hoops returned to the Sunshine State for a second time this spring to host The Gauntlet at Mainland and Seabreeze High Schools. Our media team was in full force at the event, and we took note of the top performers from the event. Here is a second installment of standouts from last weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Class of 2024 wing Eric Baldassarre of Born to Impact Elite caught our eye with his length and shooting prowess. He brings mobility and agility to the court that......

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Lasting Impressions from The Gauntlet - April 18, 2023

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – On the Radar Hoops returned to the Sunshine State for a second time this spring to host The Gauntlet at Mainland and Seabreeze High Schools. Our media team was in full force at the event, and we took note of the top performers from the event. Here is an initial installment of standouts from last weekend. By: Jonathan Hemingway Our staff was surprised to see Christian Anderson pop up at the event on Saturday evening. Anderson, who attends school in Atlanta, does have family ties in Florida, which......

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