Archive | July, 2014

Michigan 2016 Players to Watch in July

10 Jul

Regarded by many to be the best class right now in Michigan, 2016 is loaded at every position, and even those who got “snubbed” are still quality players in their own right.

Point Guards

Cassius Winston: 6’0″ U of D Jesuit, The Family 16u

James Towns: 5’9″ Detroit Henry Ford, 1Nation 16u

Brailen Neely: 5’8″ Detroit Western, The Family 16u

D’Angelo Hansbro: 5’10” Romulus, The Family 16u

Mike Bruce: 6’0″ Belleville, Michigan United 16u

Jason Williams: 5’9″ Allen Academy, Reach 16u

Brandon Allen: 5’10” Haslett, Michigan Mustangs-Carson 16u

Shae Somers: 5’9″ Bellaire, Parallel 45

Chris Rollins: 5’9″ East English Village, Detroit Showtime

William Deuparo: 5’9″ Detroit Consortium

Sevann Williams: 5’8″ Romulus, Reach 16u

Ean Blackwell: 5’8″ Detroit Southeastern

Jordan Webber: 5’9″ East Jordan

Kyree Boyton: 5’9″ Detroit Western

Nate Bowlware: 5’6″ East English Village, Detroit Showtime 16u

Shooting Guards and Combo Guards

Justin Turner: 6’2″ Renaissance, Michigan Mustangs-Carson 16u

Kamari Newman: 6’3″ East English Village, Detroit Showtime 16u

Billy Thomas: 5’10” Stars Basketball

Corey Allen: 6’2″ Ypsilanti, The Family 16u

Kyle Woodruff: 6’2″ Holly, Michigan Mustangs-Woodruff 16u

Tristan Jackson: 6’3″ West Bloomfield, Reach 16u

Marlo Brown: 6’4″ Southfield Christian, The Family 16u

Terrance Sewell: 6’2″ Detroit Northwestern, Reach 16u

Kalebb Perry: 6’2″ Mt. Pleasant, HoopGrind 16u

Luster Johnson: 6’0″ Consortium, 1Nation 16u

Karim Murray: 6’0″ Detroit Western, 1Nation 16u

Gage Kreski: 6’2″ St. Ignace, Michigan Mustangs-Carson 16u

Joan Andoni: 6’2″ Livonia Churchill, Michigan United 16u

Jacob Joubert: 6’0″, North Farmington, Stars Basketball

Ryan Stevens: 6’1″ Lowell, Michigan Mustangs-Carson 16u

Wings

Josh Jackson: 6’7″ Detroit Consortium, 1Nation 17u

Ty Groce: 6’6″ Ypsilanti Lincoln, Michigan United 16u

Devon Daniels: 6’4″ Kalamazoo Central, Michigan Mustangs 17u

Danny Pippen: 6’6″ Allen Academy, Detroit Stars

Anthony Johnson: 6’5″ Flint Beecher

Jaylen McFadden: 6’3″ East English Village, Detroit Showtime 16u

Kevin McKay: 6’4″ Warren De La Salle, Detroit Showtime 16u

Quay Burks: 6’3″ Flint Beecher, Michigan Mustangs-Woodruff 16u

Rashaan Pope: 6’3″ Belleville, Michigan United 16u

Jalen Martin: 6’3″ Chandler Park Academy, Reach 16u

Forwards/Centers

Algevon Eichelberger: 6’7″ Saginaw, The Family 16u

Austin Davis: 6’9″ Onsted, Michigan Mustangs-Carson 16u

Kelvon Fuller: 6’7″ Oak Park, The Family 16u

Tony Poljan: 6’7″ Lansing Catholic

Cedric Lattimore: 6’4″ East English Village, Detroit Showtime 16u

Alaric Jackson: 6’5″ Renaissance, Oakland County Ballers 16u

Dylan Carl: 6’8″ Alma, Grand Rapids Storm 16u

Orlando Little: 6’4″ Kalamazoo Central, Michigan Mustangs-Carson 16u

Braden Burke: 6’10” Stevensville Lakeshore, The Family 16u

Maxwell: 6’7″ Adrian Lenawee Christian, Michigan Magic

Jerry Ben: 6’10” New Haven, Stars Basketball

Logan Ryan: 6’7″ Canton, Michigan United 16u

Darwin Hubbard: 6’4″ Cass Tech, 1Nation 16u

Collins: 6’6″ Adrian Lenawee Christian

Isaac Zin: 6’9″ Okemos

Kyle Hayes: 6’7″ Ypsilanti Arbor Prep, Michigan Mustangs Carson-16u

Thanks to Jeff Mckinney for helping with this list. Follow Jeff on Twitter: @McKinneysWorld

 

 

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Bishop Foley 2015 Wing Antonio Capaldi Player Profile

9 Jul

5E7F3F3C5859EECC9498D906CF353A81_data_89ebd7bf-3d46-45ee-9438-eb• Height, Weight, and position?

6’5 170 PG/SG/SF

• High School, Summer team and Graduation Year?

Bishop Foley HS, Michigan Playmakers, 2015

• Players you try to model your game after?

Kevin Durant, Lebron James, Jamal Crawford

• Important Stats

15pts, 6rebs, and 3ast (stats of last 12 games due to role change on team)

• Most memorable game in your career so far?

Helping bring my team back from down 12 in the 4th quarter to Southfield Bradford in the District Championship and scoring 10 of my 12 points in the 4th while also hitting the game winner.

⁃ How did this past high school season go for you and your team?

It was an up and down season due to many factors in the locker room but we managed to pull out another district and making it to the regional finals for the 2nd year in a row and for myself a learning experience of how to win big ball games.

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

Grand Valley State, Oakland, Western Michigan, Northwood, UDM, Saginaw Valley, Virginia Tech

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?

Northwood, Saginaw Valley, Grand Valley State, UDM

• What makes you unique from other players at your position?

My length at the guard position also I am very vocal on both sides of the ball and my dedication and loyalty to any program and the drive to win.

• Strengths and areas you are improving in?

Strength- shooting the mid-range and 3-point, getting to the basket, creative finishes, and defense. Improving- Ball Handling, foot speed, and being more consistent

• Goals for the upcoming AAU season?

Becoming a better player on the defensive end

• What role do you see your self having this year for your team?

A leader, a player that will take the last second shot, that will make the 50/50 play, someone that will do whatever it takes for his team to win.

• What will a coach be getting out of you at the next level?

Great work ethic, winning attitude, team player

• What will go into your decision about choosing a college?

Academics, coach, facilities, campus life, student body

• Most influential person in your life? Why?

My father, he has been there for everything in my life. My father is my biggest advocate and my biggest fan,

• Legacy you want to leave at your school?

That when people speak of you, they say he has earned everything he has. Nothing was given to him. Gave 110% every time he stepped on the floor.

• Where do you see yourself in 15 years?

Either playing basketball overseas or in the NBA

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

Big stat guy when it comes to old school NBA players. Huge fan of Oscar Robinson

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?

1-time All- League, 1-time Catholic Champ, 2-time District Champ

• Academic Information

2.7 gpa 20 ACT (only have taken it once, retaking exam in august)

• Contact Information

Email: antoniocapaldi7@gmail.com

Twitter: _Capaldi12

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Renaissance 2016 Center Mike Jacobs Player Profile

9 Jul

IMG_20140531_194510• Height, Weight, and position?
6’6″, 290, and C/PF

• High School, Summer team and Graduation Year?

Renaissance High School, Team Unity, and 2016

• Players you try to model your game after?

Carmelo Anthony And Boris Diaw

• Important Stats

Avg. 11 pts and 7 rebs as a Freshman

• Most memorable game in your career so far?

Freshman Year Vs UPSM (25 pts and 12 Rebs)

⁃ How did this past high school season go for you and your team?

We did Pretty Well Upset Alot of Teams

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

Michigan State, Syracuse, And UCLA

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?

Albion And Vanderbilt

• What makes you unique from other players at your position?

My Passing and Shooting Ability

• Strengths and areas you are improving in?

Strengths: Jump Shot and Post Play. Improving: Jumping Ability And Stamina

• Goals for the upcoming AAU season?

Getting Better As A Player And Leader

• What role do you see your self having this year for your team?

Being the one who is a leader on the floor

• What will a coach be getting out of you at the next level?

Good Amount of Effort

• What will will go into your decision about choosing a college?

Academics And Competitiveness

• Most influential person in your life? Why?

My Dad Because He has a lot of wisdom about the game

• Legacy you want to leave at your school?

The One that left it all on the floor

• Where do you see yourself in 15 years?

Getting Paid Through Basketball

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

I play football and I also play the Tuba In the Marching Band

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?

Starting Varsity As A Freshman, Two Year Varsity Player

• Academic Information

2.9 GPA

• Contact Information

Email: mikejacobs144@gmail.com

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2017 Players to Watch In July

9 Jul

For many in the Class of 2017, it is there first live period of travel basketball.  Here are some players to keep an eye out for by position.

Point Guards

Jermaine Jackson Jr: 5’6″ 1Nation 15u

Armonee Felder: 5’8″ Detroit Pershing, Reach 15u

Amauri Hardy:  6’1″ Southfield, The Family 15u

Malik Ellison: 5’6″ Flint Beecher, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

Christian Rodriguez: 5’9″ Wyoming Godwin Heights, Michigan Mustang-Allison 15u

Ronquavious Southward: 5’9″ Saginaw, Saginaw Underdawgs

Garrett Gardette: 5’8″ Milan, Michigan United 15u

Shonnie Suddeth: 5’9″ Jackson Michigan Mustangs 15u

Christopher Wilson: Orchard Lake St. Mary’s, Detroit Stars 15u

Marlin Talley: 5’9″ Ecorse, The Family 15u

Shooting Guards

Matt Beachler: 6’1″ Lowell, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

Michael Flowers: 6’0″ Southfield , 1Nation 15u

Troy Brown: 6’1″ Flint Southwestern, 1Nation 15u

Greg Elliott: 6’0″ Detroit East English Village, Detroit Stars 15u

Ray Mungo: 6’1″ Romulus, The Family 15u

Reme Torbert: 6’1″ Southfield, Reach 15u

Jawan Snoody: 6’2″ Pontiac Academy of Excellence, Reach 15u

Ontario Burnett: 6’5″ Kalamazoo Central, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

Gabe Meriwether: 6’0″ Bellaire, Parallel 45

Cedric Benton: 6’1″ Ann Arbor Pioneer, Common Bond

Wings

Brian Bowen: 6’6″ Saginaw Arthur Hill, The Family 16u

Dylan Alderson: 6’3″ Davison, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

DraQuan Bell: 6’3″ Reach 15u

Jamal Cain:  6’5″ Melvindale ABT, Detroit Stars 15u

Austin McCullough: 6’4″ Portage Central, 1Nation 15u

Keion Epps: 6’4″ Detroit Douglass

Brock Washington: 6’3″ Southfield Christian, The Family 15u

Ben Spiker: 6’5″ Clarkston

Reese Middleton: 6’4″ Perry High School, Triple Threat Elite

Koby Boyton: 6’3” Melvindale

Forwards

Donnie Tillman: 6’6″ Cass Tech, Detroit Stars 15u

Xavier Tillman: 6’6″ Forest Hills Central, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

Jack Ballantyne: 6’8″ Warren De La Salle, 1Nation 15u

Eke Ikechukwu: 6’8″ U of D Jesuit, Stars Basketball

Jaron Faulds: 6’8″ Holt, The Family 15u

Gregory Eboigbodin: 6’8″ U of D Jesuit, Stars Basketball

Elijah Smith: 6’5″ Melvindale ABT, Detroit Stars 15u

Levane Blake: 6’7″ Flint Beecher, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

Will Weems: 6’7″ Detroit Western, The Family 15u

Ross Koella: 6’5″ Grand Haven, Indiana Grind

James Beck: 6’7″ Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills, Michigan Mustangs-Allison 15u

Zach Niewkoop: 6’5″ Wayland Union, ACB Bankhoops 15u

Tre Orr: 6’8″ Detroit Southeastern

Dajon Parker 6’5″ Westland John Glenn, Michigan United 15u

Thanks to Jeff McKinney for helping with this list. Follow Jeff on Twitter: @McKinneysWorld

 

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2014 July Live Evaluation Schedule

7 Jul

After a month long hiatus of travel basketball, July is here, which means it is time for the annual July Live Evaluation Period for high school players.  College coaches from all levels of play will watch and evaluate players first hand at tournaments across the country for three weeks of tournaments.  Below is a list of tournaments Michigan teams will partake in during the Summer.  If a tournament for your team is missing, please do not hesitate to bring the error to our attention.

Adidas Invitational: July 9-13th, Indianapolis, Indiana

Battle of the Best: July 10th-13th, Atlanta, Georgia

Brawl for the Ball: July 10-13th, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Chicago Summer Jam: July 11-13th, Romeoville, Illinois

EYBL Finals – Peach Jam: July 16-20th, North Augusta, South Carolina

NY2LA Summer Jam: July 16-20th, Milwuakee, Wisconsin

Under Armour Finals: July 16-20th, Atlanta, Georgia

Peach State Summer Showcase: July 16-20th, Aiken, South Carolina

Indy Ball Classic: July 17-20th, Indianapolis, Indiana

Adidas All-In: July 18-20th, Cincinnati, Ohio

Fab 48: July 23-27th, Las Vegas, Nevada

Super 64: July 23-27th, Las Vegas, Nevada

Las Vegas Classic: July 23-27th, Las Vegas, Nevada

GRBA National Championships: July 24-27th, Fort Wayne, Indiana

 

 

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Southeastern 2014 guard D’Cari Charleston Talks Chadron State Decision

7 Jul

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Detroit Southeastern shooting guard D’Cari Charleston was a key factor for his Jungaleers capturing the PSL East Division championship, and PSL League Runner Up.  Charleston will continue his basketball career at Division 2 Chadron State, in Chadron, Nebraska.

 

 

How does it feel to commit to Chadron?

D’Cari: It Felt Great, Knowing I’m Going To A Good Program.

What were the coaches reaction to hearing when you committed?

D’Cari: The Coaches Were Very Excited And Can’t Wait Until I Get There.

What were some other schools recruiting you? And what made Chadron different?

D’Cari: East Central University , Wayne State University And Langston University. Chadron Just Seems To Be A Better Fit For My Style Of Play.

Did you visit the campus? If so, what did you like about it? Do you know any of the players already on the team?

D’Cari: No & There Is One Player From Saginaw That I’ve Played Against During High School .

What is the school’s plan for you in their program?

D’Cari: To Develop Me Into A Better Basketball Player.

How did your senior season at Southeastern go?

D’Cari: My Senior Year Went Well.

What will you bring to Chadron State as far as basketball wise, and off the court?

D’Cari: I Would Bring Energy And Toughness. Also Another Scoring Option. Overall Bring Character To The Team.

Who would you like to thank the most for getting you to where you are today?

D’Cari: I Would Like To Thank God. Also, I Would Like To Thank My High School Coaches And Teammates.

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Allen Academy 2016 Guard Jason Williams Player Profile

2 Jul

IMG_5637-1• Height, weight, and position?
6’0″, 150 lbs, point guard

• High School, Summer team and Graduation Year?
Detroit Allen Academy, Reach Legends, 2016

• Players you try to model your game after?
Chris Paul and Kyrie Irvin

• Important Stats

16 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 6.5 apg, 2.6 spg

• Most memorable game in your career so far?
My freshman year when I scored 28 pts against Willow Run

⁃ How did this past high school season go for you and your team?
It was good but could’ve been better finished 21-3 and won our district championship

• Colleges that you would like to attend?
Michigan, Ohio State or Duke

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?
Youngstown State, Central Michigan, Oakland and Northern Kentucky

• What makes you unique from other players at your position?
The way I can change speeds and direction with my ball handling ability

• Strengths and areas you are improving in?
Strengths is ball handling and defense and working hard on my jump shot

• Goals for the upcoming AAU season?
To get better, to win and receive more D1 interest and scholarship offers

• What role do you see yourself having this year for your team?
To become a better vocal leader

• What will a coach be getting out of you at the next level?
A coach on the floor and a born leader

• What will go into your decision about choosing a college?
Education and the style of play

• Most influential person in your life? Why?
Mother…..cause she has always been there for me and pushes me to get better

• Legacy you want to leave at your school?
Championships and my name in the record books as one the best to play at Allen Academy

• Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
Educated with a degree in Science and hopefully still playing basketball somewhere professionally

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

I love to be at home taking care of my younger brothers

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?
Team captain, All-League 1st team and All-State Honorable Mention Class C

• Academic Information
3.1 gpa ACT n/a

• Contact Information

Jason Williams Jr.
(313) 433-9963
jasonwilliamsJW37@gmail.com
@_jmoneywill (twitter)

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Allen Academy 2016 Wing Danny Pippen Player Profile

2 Jul

danny• Height, Weight, and position?
6’7″ 175 lbs, wing

• High School, Summer team and Graduation Year?
Detroit Allen Academy, Reach Legends, 2016

• Players you try to model your game after?
Kevin Durant and Paul Pierce

• Important Stats
9 ppg, 7 rpg, 3.5 bpg while shooting 48% from the field and 39% from 3pt.

• Most memorable game in your career so far?
Game versus Cass Tech this year a 2pt lose at the buzzer but I played big with 13 pts 13 rebs and 4 blks

⁃ How did this past high school season go for you and your team?
It went well we finished 21-3 but I also learned a lot from the experience

• Colleges that you would like to attend?
Syracuse or Michigan St. (but any D1 school I can get a free education and play basketball)

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?
University of Detroit (offered), Central Michigan, Bucknell and Northern Illinois

• What makes you unique from other players at your position?
At 6’7 I can really create my own shot while stretching the floor with my jumpshot

• Strengths and areas you are improving in?
My jumpshot while being able to handle the ball at my size and I want to improve my physical strength and post up ability

• Goals for the upcoming AAU season?
To win a few tournaments while making a name for myself on the circuit

• What role do you see yourself having this year for your team?
Being more of a leader by example through working hard

• What will a coach be getting out of you at the next level?
Someone who started with nothing but now has plenty offer through hard work

• What will go into your decision about choosing a college?
Coaching staff, style of play and academic values

• Most influential person in your life? Why?
My Uncle Shannon Reeves because he always pushes me to excel

• Legacy you want to leave at your school?
I would like to help bring the 1st ever state championship to Allen Academy while going down as one of the best players ever to play there

• Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
Hopefully in the NBA or Oversees playing professionally

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

Love to race go-carts and paintballing

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?
All – League

• Academic Information
Honor Roll Student
3.4 gpa

• Contact Information
(313) 808-0739
dpippen24@gmail.com
@D1_mission (twitter)

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Cass Tech 2016 Guard Donnell Alexander Player Profile

2 Jul

PicsArt_1399289016970-2• Height, Weight, and position?
5’8″, 157 Ibs, Point Guard

• High School, Summer team and Graduation Year
Cass Tech, REACH Legends, 2016

• Players you try to model your game after
John Wall, Allen Iverson, and Chris Paul

• Important Stats
2 PPG, 5 APG, 3 SPG 2 RPG

• Most memorable game in your career so far
When I was in Ohio and I had my first 20 point game

⁃ How did this past high school season go for you and your team?
For the team it went well, for me it wasn’t what I expected, didnt get many minutes

•Colleges that you would like to attend?

Georgetown, Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio State

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?
Central Michigan, Temple, Ferris State

• What makes you unique from other players at your position?
I play until the end, I keep a winning attitude, and get others involved before myself
• Strengths and areas you are improving in?
Ball Handling, Passing, Defense, Quickness, but looking to improve my jumpshot

• Goals for the upcoming AAU season?
To get at least 5 offers from D1 and D2 colleges

• What role do you see your self having this year for your team?
I see myself being a distributor and making sure my team os getting into the game

• What will a coach be getting out of you at the next level?
A hardworking player and a leader on and off the court.

• What will will go into your decision about choosing a college?
The community, education given, and the people there.

• Most influential person in your life? Why?
My mother because without her, I wouldnt be where I am at today

• Legacy you want to leave at your school?
I want to be the best player I can be

• Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
In a mansion making six figures or more

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?
I LOVE TO EAT

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?
PSL JV City Champ, PSL Varsity City Runner Up, JV Captain, Honor Roll all through high school

• Academic Information
4.0 GPA

• Contact Information
(313)-523-8148
donnella605@gmail.com

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