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Player Profile: 2018 PG Rashad Williams

7 Sep

IMG_20130325_150354• Height, Weight, and position?

5’10.5” , 147lbs, point guard

• High School, Summer team and Graduation Year?

I’m currently at Melvindale ABT, but will be attending Romulus for High School, The Family, c/o 2018

• Players you try to model your game after?

Stephen Curry, Kyrie Irving, and Derrick Rose

• Important Stats

22 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebs per game.

• Most memorable game in your career so far?

Playing against Cornerstone and scoring 24 points in the 2nd half of the game.

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

Kentucky, Michigan, Arizona, U Con, and Louisville

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?

Coaches from Michigan, Eastern Michigan, and Buffalo have said they’re keeping an eye on me but nothing official as of yet.

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

In addition to being able to pass and handle the ball well, I’m one of the stronger point guards. In addition, I shoot the ball comfortably from NBA 3 point range so I stretch the floor.

• Strengths and areas you are improving in?

Shooting, ball handling, and my court vision are my biggest strengths. I’m continuously working to get stronger, faster, and to raise my basketball IQ.

• How did the offseason go?

I have no offseason. I was named a Jr. All American so I stayed in the gym in preparation for the camp. When I attended the Atlanta camp, I played well and was named an all star and top 20 in the country. I was also named Detroit PAL’s Youth of the Year so I was involved with PAL activities. Overall it was a great “offseason”.

• Goals for the upcoming season?

My goal for the upcoming season is to continue to develop as an athlete, player and leader. Also I expect for my team to win the aau national championship.

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

I look to make my teammates better in practice and games. By continuously being a threat on the court opportunities will open up for my teammates to score. Furthermore, I plan on being a more vocal leader and demanding excellence.

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

Someone who is will to work hard and open to learning. I want to win so whatever is asked of me I’m willing to do.

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

A major factor in me choosing a college with be my relationship with the coach, the style of the offense, and the schools track record for getting point guards into the NBA.

• Most influential person in your life? Why?

My dad is by far the most influential person in my life. He taught me how to play basketball. More importantly he’s help shape me into the young man that I am by showing me the importance of education, setting goals and working towards achieving them. My dad  is the constant push in my life.

• Legacy you want to leave at your school?

I look to leave a legacy of winning at my school. When I leave my school I want people to remember me not just for the successes that I had during the games, but for the academic excellence I displayed off the court and how hard I worked in practice.

• Highlight Tape

Videos available at: www.rashadwilliams.com

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

I shoot with my right hand, but I eat and do everything else with my left.

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?

2013
– Detroit PAL Youth of the Year
– Jr. All American
– Jr. All American All Star
– Named top 20 in the country
– Think Detroit Pal All-Star
– Named top 5 player in Michigan

2012
– Woodmont Academy MVP
– Principals’s List
– Woodmont Academy Student Athlete of the Year
– Named Top 6th grader in Michigan
– Think Detroit Pal All-Star

2011
– Spirit of Detroit Award
– Principal’s List
– Named top 100 player nationally by Adidas
– Woodmont Academy MVP
– Think Detroit Pal All-Star
– Leading Scorer Think Detroit Pal All-Star Game
– Named Top 5th grader in Michigan

2010
– Named top 10 player in Michigan

2009
– Mallori Dew Student Athlete of the Year Award
– Think Detroit Pal All Star
– Leading scorer of 6th grade team (as a 3rd grader)
– City of Detroit All Star
2008
– Crossover 3 point champion
– Magic Tour Champion team MVP

• Academic Information

3.51 gpa

13 ACT score

• Contact Information

Contact my dad, Kennard Williams at 313.989.3717 or by email at: Lajuan24@aol.com

Player Profile: Holly’s Kyle Woodruff

2 Sep

phpK1oxOnPMHeight, Weight, and position?

6-2, 160, SG/PG

High School, summer team and Graduation Year?

Holly Bronchos, Michigan Mustangs, 2016

• Players you try to model your game after?

I try to model different parts from different players but my favorite player is Kobe Bryant.

• Important Stats

As a Freshman I shot 43% from the three point line last year and 85% from the line.  I averaged 16ppg.

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

I don’t really have one but I want one that has high academic standards and high basketball standards with great fans.

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far? 

Xavier, CMU, Akron, Northwood have shown the most.

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

I think I’m a better three point shooter than most players.

• Strengths and Weaknesses? 

Shooting, basketball IQ and work ethic are my strengths.  My weakness is my weakness.  I just started getting in the weight room in the last month and it has really helped.

• How did the offseason go? 

It was great.  We played a lot of very tough teams and ended with a nice trip and tournament in Las Vegas.  I improved as a primary ball handler and attacking the rim.

• Goals for the upcoming season? 

I want to win the Flint Metro League and at least a District Championship.  After the district I just want to push it as far as we can take it.

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

I will be a primary scorer and have to play great defense.

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

A player that will accept any role, has a high basketball IQ and work every day to improve.

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

I haven’t really thought that far ahead but I know it will need to be a school with high academic standards.

• Most influential person in your life? Why? 

My Dad.  He taught me about hard work and always pushes me to improve and go to another level.

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

I’m not sure I just play basketball and go to school.

• Awards, Accomplishments, other comments?

2013 Holly Varsity Basketball MVP, 1st Team Tri-County, 2nd Team All Flint Metro, 1st Team Bankhoops Freshman All State, Only Freshman on the All Oakland County team (Honorable Mention).  Holly school record for three pointers made in a season.

• Academic Information

4.0 GPA

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• Contact Information

Kyle Woodruff (810) 962-0433

Player Profile: Lumen Christi’s Hunter Page

31 Aug

hp• Height, Weight, and position?

              5’11, 160 lbs., point guard, shooting guard

• High School, summer team and Graduation Year?

             Jackson Lumen Christi, Common Bond, 2016

• Players you try to model your game after?

                        Rondo, Nash, Isaiah Thomas

• Important Stats

Averaged double-double freshman year (points, assists)

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

Any division 1 or 2 is my goal

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?

Setting up a visit to Holy Cross

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

Ability to drive to the basket and create my own shot.

• Strengths and Weaknesses?

Strengths are ball handling, passing, quickness,  free throw shooting,            perimeter shooting, basketball IQ.

Weaknesses are defensive shuffling, communication on defense

• How did the offseason go?

Great. Played in many tournaments and involved in many camps

• Goals for the upcoming season?

Start for the Varsity and be a contributor.

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

I believe I will be a distributor…will be involved in scoring and counted

on to play good defense…get some steals and move the ball in transition.

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

  Hard worker, hustle, leader, scorer, team player

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

 Playing time, chemistry with other players, coach, location

• Most influential person in your life? Why?

Coach Tyler Aldridge because he has taken an interest in me and believes I can do great things academically and athletically.

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

Oldest brother of 3, Quarterback of the football team, andMVP award at the Izzo Camp.

• Academic Information

Freshman year…3.2 gpa

• Contact Information

Twitter handle – @huntpage630

Email – geopage1@comcast.net

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Player Profile: Mohamed Bazzi

28 Aug

image• Height, Weight, and position?

5’10 160lbs PG/SG

• High School, summer team and Graduation Year?

Star International Academy, HYPE Athletics/Michigan Lakers, 2016

• Players you try to model your game after?

Monta Ellis, Steve Nash, Rajan Rondo, Derrick Walton

• Important Stats

Led the state in scoring among 2016s (18.1 ppg) 411 Points Last season

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

All the schools interested in me.

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?

UofD , Oakland, WMU , UofToledo, Akron, Michigan St, Bowling Green, Bowling Green State, CMU, UMass, Indianapolis

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

I can flat out shoot the rock, and get to the basket with ease, I can finish with contact, and set teammates up to score.

• Strengths and Weaknesses?

Strengths: Shooting, Tight handle on the ball, Play Making

Weaknesses: Left Hand, Quicker Feet, Consistent good Defense.

• How did the offseason go?

Training wise, it went amazing, had multiple trainers that knew the game of basketball inside and out. AAU wise, I played for HYPE athletics, didn’t go as well is I wanted it too. But more importantly I got better. AAU with the Michiagn Lakers went well.

• Goals for the upcoming season?

Bring the first ever district championship to Star, All-State Selection, All-Conference 1st Team( Had 2nd team last season), Pick up some more High-Major Offers, Lead the State in scoring.

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

Same as last year, but with bigger expectaions. Score the ball, lead by example, get everyone involved. FIND A WAY TO GET THE W.

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

A hard working players that is willing to learn, a player that can lead and score, no matter what kind of competition is on the court. A player that loves to win.

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

A family orientated university, a historic program that is known for winning, and helping it players play on the next level. A school where I can be me.

• Most influential person in your life? Why?

My parents (cant choose one), they’ve been through so much, and such strong and mentally tough individuals.

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

I still have the Iphone 3g…

• Academic Information

3.1 Student, Honor roll student

• Contact Information

Star Inernational Academy

24425 Hass St. Dearborn Michigan

My email: mobazzi@rocketmail.com

 

Player Profile Form: Hunter Powell

27 Aug

54910• Height, Weight, and position?

6’8’’ 215 Small Forward Power Forward

• High School, summer team and Graduation Year?

McBain High School 2013, Grand Rapids Storm, Midwest Elite Prep Academy 2014, Merrillville Indiana

• Players you try to model your game after?

Kenneth Faried, Dwayne Wade, Reggie Evans, Gerald Wallace, and Denis Rodman

• Important Stats

Leads team in rebounding, scoring, blocked shots and field goal percentage.

• Colleges that you would like to attend?

Ferris State, Saginaw Valley, Grand Valley, Central Mich, Eastern Michigan,Western Mich, Michigan Tech, Valpraso, or any Mid-Major fit.

• Colleges that have shown interest in you so far?

Trine, Calvin, Northwood, Davenport, Spring Arbor, and Albion.

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

Most players don’t have the motor to come up with big rebounds at the end of games and play with the heart and emotion to win like I do.

• Strengths and Weaknesses?

Strength is my athleticisms; First step and ability to defend any position and shoot inside and out.

Weakness are, sometimes I am just content getting offensive and defensive rebounds and not being a major offensive threat so, I need to improve all around strength.

• How did the offseason go?

This offseason we got the gun going a lot putting up a lot of shots and working on ball handling everyday

• Goals for the upcoming season?

Improve ball handling, and passing, and pull up jumper

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

Big rebounds at the end of games, Nobody will crash the boards harder, Very responsible off the court with grades and staying out of trouble

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

Rich college winning tradition and fan base also the community that surrounds that college. And what type of players that team already has.

• Most influential person in your life? Why?

My dad because he never missed one of my games and took me to all of my AAU tournaments he was always there for me and taught me to play hard like I do.

• Fun/ interesting fact about you?

If I’m not playing basketball I’m probably fishing

• Academic Information

3.4 GPA 19ACT

• Contact Information

Email: hunterpowell15@gmail.com

Hunter Powell Cell Phone: 231-944-6850

McBain Coach Bruce Koopman: 231-920-9700

Michigan Elite 25 Preview

16 Aug

UnknownThe highly anticipated Michigan Elite 25 program will hold its first basketball camp this weekend at Cass Tech High School in Detroit, Michigan.  25 of the state’s top ranked player were mailed invitations from the classes of 2014 through 2017, who will come and participate for three, two-day sessions in a training camp-style practice with hopes of improving their skills before the high school season starts in November.

The Michigan Elite 25 was an idea that came to the mind of two local former hardwood stars and friends Tim McCormick and Mike Dietz.

McCormick, prepped at Clarkson, went onto to star in the Big Ten Conference  at the University of Michigan, and later became the 12th draft pick of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 1984 draft.  Through his NBA career, Tim bounced around the league playing for a total of eight season with six different teams before retiring following the 1991-1992 season.  But Tim’s love for the game of basketball did not end once his playing days were over.  Tim currently runs the NBA Players Association Top 100 Basketball Camp, an invite only camp to the top high school players in the country, whose alumni include Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant.

Mike Dietz went onto play collegiate ball at Western Michigan University after starring in high school at Brother Rice.  Dietz previously worked as the vice president of sales and marketing for Ilitch Holdings Inc. before opening his very own sports management firm Dietz Trott Sports and Entertainment, the official sponsor of the Michigan Elite 25.

The week’s festivities started on Tuesday night with the Michigan Elite 25 Coaches Academy at U of D Mercy’s Calihan Hall.  The Academy featured presentations from just about every division one basketball program in the State of Michigan, including John Beilein [Michigan], Tom Izzo [Michigan State], Steve Hawkins [Western Michigan], Keno Davis [Central Michigan], Ray McCallum Sr. [U of D Mercy], and Greg Kampe [Oakland].  Who stressed the importance off academics, the dangers of social media, and what it means to be a great teammate in the sport of basketball.

These players are likely to attend but surely other high quality players are to participate:

2014- Justin Tillman [Pershing], Jaylen Johnson [Ypsilanti], Yante Maten [Bloomfield Hills], Edmond Sumner [Country Day], Mory Diane [Country Day], Aaron Foster-Smith [Taylor Truman], Darrell Davis [Frederick Douglass].

2015- Jeron Rogers [North Farmington], Eric Davis [Saginaw Arthur Hill], Xavier Cochran [Ann Arbor Huron], Marquel Ingram [Pershing], Bakari Evelyn [Southfield Christian], Jaylin Walker [Romulus], and Deyonta Davis [Muskegon].

2016- Josh Jackson [Consortium], Cassius Winston [U of D Jesuit], Corey Allen [Ypsilanti], Brailen Neely [Detroit Western], D’Angelo Hanbro [Romulus], Algevon Eichelberger [Saginaw], and Marlo Brown [Southfield Christian].

2017- Brian Bowen [Saginaw Arthur Hill], Will Weems [Detroit Western], Christian Rodriguez [Godwin Heights], Jermaine Jackson Jr. [Mt. Clemens], Armonee Felder [Pershing], and Xavier Tillman [Forest Hills Central]

The Prep Ball Report plans on attending all of the sessions for the Michigan Elite 25 camp, look for recaps on all the day’s actions here and for live coverage of the camp, please follow me on Twitter: @PrepBallReport

July Evaluation Report

1 Aug

With the July evaluation period now over, recruits around Michigan now have a greater knowledge of where they stand in relation to getting scholarships from schools. Some players separated themselves from the rest of the pack making statements to school that they are worthy of an offer.

Kyle-KuzmaKyle Kuzma 6’7″ 200 lbs SF Rise Academy (PA) 2014- Kyle was one of the top performers at the Las Vegas Fab 48 last weekend, resulting in new offers from the likes of Missouri, Memphis, UConn, and Florida State. Kyle, who competed with Dorian’s Pride 17U, is the definition of a mis-match. He can score in all facets of the game, Kyle can post up smaller defenders and take bigger post players to the basket on either side of the rim. However, Kuzma does have some ballhandling skills he can use. He has the ability to take a defensive rebound and push the ball up the ball and scoring in transition. Quality athlete and shooter to make defenders respect both areas of his offensive game. Kyle is still growing into his 6’7″ frame and will be dangerous once he adds a bit more muscle.

 

JoshJackson-227x300Josh Jackson 6’6″ 165 lbs SF Detroit Consortium 2016- Detroit area high school basketball fans are thinking to themselves as they read this, “We already know Josh is an elite prospect.” Well, he is. But Mr. Jackson solidified himself as one the nation’s top 2016 players at the Las Vegas Fab 48 playing with Dorian’s Pride. One national recruiting analyst said it best when stating Josh is the best shooting guard prospect regardless of class in the country. At one game in Vegas, Josh scored 22 points in the first half, and remember AAU first halves are only 16 minutes. Josh’s best side of the ball is offense, he has the handles, athleticism to get into the lane, the mid-range game, the three-point shot that defenders don’t know what he is going to give them. But what is the best attribute about his offensive game is that he is a facilitator like LeBron James on the floor. He is not always thinking about himself, and has extremely good floor vision. Josh has grown since last high school season and has added some weight too working out with Team USA, watch out Michigan, the next great one has arrived.

 

Ray Croon 6’5″ 170 lbs SG/SG Redford Thurston 2014- Another wing that can light a defender up. Ray and Team Detroit went down to both the Peach States Summer Showcase in South Carolina and Las Vegas 48 , and Ray lit defenders up scoring 20+ points in just about every game. Croon is a tall, long, athletic wing that gets into the lane with ease against smaller defenders and finishes with authority above the rim with high-flying dunks. He can also play some point, and is a quality outside jumper once he see’s a few go in early. Ray needs to go 100% all of the time while he is on the floor and not taking plays off on defense. He has too much talent for it not to be showcased on the floor.

 

yanteYante Maten 6’8″ 210 PF Bloomfield Hills Lahser 2014- Yante is a big powerful stretch-four forward that recently received offers from Hofstra and UNC-Greensboro during July. After making the transition from The Family to Team Detroit, Yante looked much more comfortable on the court. Yante dominated both the defensive and offensive paint for Team Detroit. He defends the post really well making it hard for opponents just to get a shot off, and sometimes even rebounded the shot he just defended. Offensively, Yante can shoot both the mid-range and three-point shot very well for a 6’8″ big man, set a high pick-and-roll and finish with authority at the rim, and runs the floor well in transition. Just needs a little bit more polishing up with his back to the basket game.

 

milesMiles Bridges 6’5″ 190 lbs SF Huntington Prep 2016- Miles was one of the best wings at the Indianapolis Adidas Invitational regardless of grade level. The 6’5″ wing has a unique game where he can be both a physical inside presence and play with skill and finesse on the perimeter. He can shoot the ball well to the three-point line, get to the basket against any defender, and jump out of the gym if needed. How much taller Miles grows from now to senior season will determine on what position he will seek to play at the college level. And speaking of college, Miles already has an Oakland offer, with interest coming from Indiana, Kansas, and Michigan State.

 

darrellDarrell Davis 6’4″ 170 lbs Guard Detroit Douglass 2014- Darrell pulled in a few high-major offers at the Las Vegas Fab 48 coming from the ACC’s Florida State and the Big East’s DePaul, putting a nice cap on a fantastic final month of AAU for Davis. Darrell is a combo guard that is effective playing both off the ball and playing the one. He is a scoring machine with a variety of ways to fill it up, either slashing with a quick first step and taking defenders one-on-one to the basket with a strong handle on either side, or from the mid-range and pull-up game. He is a crafty playmaker and good decision maker with the ball in his hands who rarely makes mistakes resulting in turnovers. Adding some more muscle would make him a nightmare for defenders in Michigan.

munisMunis Tutu 6’0″ 160 lbs PG La Lumiere (IN) 2015- Munis played with Michigan’s own The Family for AAU and is a native of Canada. Tutu is a blinding quick point guard with the ball in his hands who is dangerous in transition. But don’t think that he is a careless player out there, he is a quick but not in the hurry point guard who sees the floor really well and plays with a very high basketball IQ, and has a strong handle to go along with it. He has recently added shooting to his game over the Summer which will make him a much more complete offensive player. Already has offers from the likes of Detroit, Kent State, Charleston and Binghamton, with added interest coming from Butler. Munis will need to put on some weight in order to achieve his full basketball potential which very well could be at the high-major level.

leonardLeonard Harper-Baker 6’5″ Wing Detroit Southeastern 2014- One of Michigan’s more underrated wings in the 2014 class. Leonard came along way from his junior high school season and became much more of a complete ball player with the Michigan Hurricanes this Summer. He can play up to three different position on the basketball court, but is best suited for a slashing get to the basket scoring type of wing position. He improved both his jump shot and ball handling skills, and was really a tough match-up for defenders out on the perimeter. But what I like about Leonard was that he was always one the toughest and athletic players not backing down from anybody on both sides of the ball and would be an absolute steal for any college programs that would take him. Expect big things for both him and Southeastern in 2013.

 

MtClemensHoops_0-fullJosh McFolley 6’0″ PG Mt. Clemens 2015- The lefty McFolley made the jump from the Michigan Hurricanes 16u to 17u team and did not miss a beat. Josh might be the best deep range shooter in the State of Michigan for the 2015 class, whether it be off the dribble or catching a pass from a teammate, when he starts the game making a few quick shots that is when you know you are in for a long night as a defender. He improved getting to the basket and finishing through contact over the Summer. The only question for Josh now is can he be a true point guard, run a team, not only scoring for himself, but also for his teammates. He will pair nicely with fellow backcourt mate Jermaine Jackson Jr. next year for the Bathers as they have hopes of getting to the Breslin Center to compete for a Class C title. Josh is being recruited by mostly A-10 and MAC schools.

Mike_LasterMike Laster 6’4″ SG/ Wing Detroit Cass Tech- I don’t think anyone plays the game the right way more than Mike Laster from Detroit Cass Tech. Mike recently pulled in a Bowling Green State offer at the Las Vegas Fab 48 competing with the Reach Legends. Mike has great length, size, and athleticism for a division one wing player. He can shoot the mid-range shot, spot up on the perimeter for a three, rebounds the ball well for a guard, and has now added a more aggressive style of play getting to the free-throw line over the Summer. With improving defense and ball handling skills, Mike is set to have an outstanding senior season at Cass Tech.

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Canadian Import Munis Tutu

24 Jul

SONY DSCCanada might be known for Hockey, but the sport of basketball is on the rise for our northern neighbors.  The country has quietly produced some of the top basketball prospects for the NCAA over the past few years.  Andrew Wiggins, Myck Kabongo, Nik Stauskas, and Melvin Ejim can all trace their beginnings to Canada.  However, there is a new 2015 prospect eager to make a name for himself to be mentioned in the same sentence with those aforementioned.  6’0″ 160 pound point guard Munis Tutu has had a long journey to get where he is today, and that is being one of the nations best up-and-coming 2015 guards.

A native of Egypt, Munis moved to Canada when he was just nine months old.  But at the age of three, his father bought Munis a basketball net, and it was love at first sight.  Tutu later went on to star at J.L. Forster High School in Windsor  for two years.  In his first season of high school, he made the city all-star game to go along with a 20-1 record.  But season two was where Munis started to make a name for himself, he averaged 24 points and seven assists per game, including a 47 point outing.  However, last Summer, competing in the Team Boldt of Canada for AAU, Munis decided to transfer to La Lumiere after being spotted by head coach Alan Huss at the Best Buy Chicago tournament.  La Lumiere is one of the nation’s top high school basketball programs in the country located in Indiana, which produces division one players every year.  “I felt it was a great place to help me focus on academics” said Munis, “and play high-level basketball.”

Playing in the Nike EYBL with The Family (MI) for Munis has helped him grow a lot as a player in the Summer.  “It helped me to see what I have to work on, and what my weaknesses are.”  The Family qualified for Peach Jam in the 16u level, but were unable to win a game in the tournament.  But overall Munis enjoyed the Summer,  “With how it went this year, it shows I can play with the best of them [players in the country].”

This Summer, Munis has seen his college recruiting reach new levels.  Tutu currently has offers from the likes of Binghamton, Detroit, UMass, Kent State, and Charleston, with high interest from Iowa State, Auburn and Butler.  “For college, I want to go to a school where I will be most comfortable and will go in, play and make an impact.”  Education will also play a role in choosing a school, as Munis would one day like to pursue a career in the medicine field.

As far as a skill set is concerned, what Munis brings to the table is a point guard that will give you good energy offensively and defensively, and good vision and basketball IQ.  Another part that Munis has added to his game is his shot.  “My shooting is also what I added to my game and what will make me more dangerous on the court.”

Expectations will once again be high at La Lumiere, especially when you have the backcourt composed of Tutu, JoJo Anderson, and incoming transfer and fellow class of 2015 guard Jalen Coleman, who already has high-major offers.  After playing behind senior Jalen James, who latter went on to commit to San Jose State,  Munis wants to make a splash for his second season of American basketball.  “I hope this year I can be recognized as one of the top point guards in the country, try and win the [high school] national championship of course, and be the #1 team in the country.

Winston Picks up First Big Ten Offer

15 Jun

20130615-203253.jpgCassius Winston, a rising sophomore point guard for University of Detroit Jesuit, recently picked up his first Big Ten Conference offer coming from the Michigan State Spartans. “I was kind of surprised that I got the offer this early,” said Winston, “but I had a feeling I was going to get the offer eventually.”

Cassius took the state, and even region by storm this previous high school season. Averaging 18 points, eight assists game, five rebounds, and 2.5 steals a game. And team wise, he was a vital piece for the Cubs who captured their first Catholic League title in over twenty years.

Winston plays for The Family, a nike sponsored EYBL team out of Detroit. Cassius plays in a crowed backcourt, with the likes of fellow future division one recruits, Corey Allen [Ypsilanti], Brailen Neely [Detroit Western], and D’Angelo Hansbro [Romulus]. Cassius so far this AAU season has continued showing off the qualities that have helped him gain nation recognition, such as creating for others, getting into the paint, and the ability to run a team. But plans on becoming stronger, gaining a consistent jump shot, better defender, and quicker.

This is now the fourth offer for Winston, the other three come from UMass, Iowa State, and Colorado. Other schools recruiting Cassius are Ohio State, Missouri, Georgetown, Xavier, Iowa, and Michigan. He plans on visiting U of M and MSU this summer. Cassius will no doubt be a top point guard and player for the Class of 2016.

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2012-2013 Basketball Dream Teams

5 Apr

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Talent in the Metro Detroit area seems abundant, so I have decided to create a few lineups of the areas elite players.  These dream teams however only have five spots, so I want you to know if a player gets left off a high team, it is not because they are not good, it is that there are so many talented kids in the area it gets hard to narrow it down to five guys.  These are not ranking for players in the state.  What I am trying to do here is make a team I believe is comprised of the players who dominate their respective positions.  You can’t have two point guards on one team .  All great squads like the one to the left had players at different positions that bring key elements to a winning team.

Metro Detroit High School Athletics Dream Team

1. Monte Morris 6’1″ point guard Flint Beecher

2. E.C. Matthews 6’4″ guard Romulus

3. James Young 6’7″ wing Rochester

4. Byron Zeigler 6’6″ wing Detroit Community

5. Vince Hunter 6’7″ forward Detroit Consortium

1st Team

1. Derrick Walton 6’0″ point guard Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy

2. Wes Clark 5’11” guard Romulus

3. Martez Walker 6’5″ wing Pershing

4. Yanta Maten 6’7″ forward Lahser

5. Miroslav Jaskic 6’10” center Walled Lake Western

2nd Team

1. Kahlil Felder 5’8″ point guard Pershing

2. Edmond Sumner 6’3″ guard Detroit Country Day

3. Jonathan Williams 6’3″ wing Southfield-Lathrup

4. Justin Tillman 6’7″ forward Pershing

5. Leo Edwards 6’8″ forward Romulus

3rd Team

1. D’Andre Johnson 6’0″ point guard Cass Tech

2. A.J. Turner 6’5″ guard Warren De La Salle

3. Marqywell Jackson 6’5″ forward East English Village

4. Keion Seales 6’7″ forward Detroit Westside Christian

5. Aaron Foster-Smith 6’6″ forward Taylor Truman

4th Team

1. Lorenzo Bonam 6’4″ point guard Robichaud

2. Nick Daniels 5’11” guard Westland John Glenn

3. Austin Price  6’3″wing guard Detroit Country Day

4. Jalon Plummer  6’4″forward Romulus

5. Romondo Ray 6’8″ forward Detroit Western

5th Team

1. Denzell Watts 5’11” point guard Flint Carmen-Ainsworth

2. Clark Bishop 6’0″ guard Renaissance

3. DeAngelo Stewart 6’4″ forward Cass Tech

4. Mory Diane 6’2″ wing Detroit Country Day

5. Kyle Steward 6’7″ forward Cass Tech

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