2012 SEBA Atlanta All-Star Shootout (Review - Part II)

2012 SEBA Atlanta Shootout - "West" Squad in Top 30 All-Star Game

Here is the second part of the Camp review from the 2012 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta All-Star Shootout held on September 15th at Oglethorpe University.


Link: Click here for Part I of the camp review


Additional Camp Standouts

Greg Mortimer (6’ 3, CG, Johnson – Savannah; 2013) – Big guard with size, length, and athleticism. Showed the ability to finish consistently at the rim and knock down the outside jumper when given space. Good rebounder from guard spot. Has good upside potential and type of game that should translate well to next level.


Mark Karr (6’ 8, Forward, Naples – FL; 2013) – Bigman prospect made the most of his trip from Southwest Florida to Atlanta as he caught the eye of several programs with his size, solid skill set, and upside potential. Can score with back to the basket and has solid elbow jumper. Above average student in classroom.

Nashon Dortch (6’ 1, PG, New Manchester; 2013) – Good looking guard prospect with ability to put the ball on the floor and create offense. Has above mid-range jumper and can create good separation from defender off the bounce. Standout player for rapidly developing New Manchester program.

Tyrell “TJ” Sellman (6’ 2, SG, Langston Hughes; 2013) – Athletic combo guard with good size and strength. Has scorers mentality and can put points up in bunches. Finishes well at and above the rim. Averaged 18 PPG as a Junior and named All-Fulton County.

Connor Smith (6’ 2, CG, Moravian Prep; 2013) – Decided to go to Prep School after having a very successful Senior season (All-Region, Honorable Mention All-State) at St. Francis in 2011-12 (which was his only season of Varsity play as he was previously home schooled); the additional year should help him continue to blossom and add strength. Fundamentally sound guard with deceptive athleticism; he is a very intriguing prospect. Good student with 3.5 GPA and 23 ACT.

Matthew Leahy (6’ 5, Forward, Creekview; 2013) – Late bloomer who has continued to improve overall game; Gets off the floor quickly and can finish. Is very effective inside 12-15 feet and has a nose for the ball; keeping offensive possessions alive with tip-outs and second chances.

Brennan Sullivan (6’ 0, PG, Bishop Kenny – FL; 2013) – Intelligent and skilled Point Guard with complete all-around game. Has good handle and court vision. Good mid-range jumper and solid three point shooter. Good student with strong academic credentials.

Jamal Williams (6’0, PG, South Paulding; 2013) – Quick and slender guard who sees the floor and is a very good passer. Can score the ball in all three zones; put up high scoring numbers throughout the day. Quick first step; Has good defensive instincts.

Jeremiah Vrundy (6’ 6, Forward, Starr’s Mill; 2014) – Long, athletic, but very raw prospect who demonstrated moments of strong play. Had one of the camp’s most electrifying dunks in traffic. Runs the floor very well for size and is an active rebounder.Very limited offensive skill set at this point inhis development; however, his potential and raw talent makes him an intriguing prospect.

Jack Shaughnessy (6’ 1, PG, Etowah; 2014) – Lead guard with ability to create for himself and others off the dribble; has excellent ball handling ability. Excels in up-tempo pace and while leading the break. Very good pull-up shooter from the three. Can finish well on penetration.

Patrick Lamar (6’ 0, PG, Blessed Trinity; 2014) – Pure Point Guard with above average quickness and good strength. Makes those around him better and gets the ball where it needs to be. Very strong with ball.Has good mid-range jumper and floater. Plays with great intensity. Top notch student with 3.9 GPA.

Richard Love (6’ 2, CG, Ware County; 2013) – High energy combo guard who shoots the ball well both spotting up and off the bounce. Aggressive defender with good footwork; forced opponents into turnovers on several occasions with ball pressure. Late bloomer, who has grown over three inches since the spring. Good potential.

Connor Sigrist (6’ 7, Forward, Greenbrier; 2013) – Developing big man with potential. Has solid footwork and moves on lower block. Showed ability to contest shots and rebound on both ends of floor. As he continues to develop, will be a prospect to keep close eye on.

Amir Arabnia (6’ 2, SG, North Oconee; 2013) – Excellent shooter who has the ability to get very hot beyond the arc. Is also adept at using penetration to keep defense honest; can finish through contact. High court IQ. Strong student in classroom with 3.8 GPA and 24 ACT score.

Raasean Davis (6’ 6, Forward, Paulding; 2014) – Power forward with strong build and strength; has a very soft touch around the rim and was tough matchup for opponents in low post. Good rebounder and interior defender. Needs to be more assertive.Bright future.

Shaquille Davis (6’ 2, Wing, Overton – TN; 2013) – High flying prospect from Nashville who plays above the rim. Finishes well and has good elevation on mid-range jumper. Is most effective at the rim and from inside fifteen feet; however did show ability to knock down the three ball. Has improved handles since we last saw him in the Spring; which should allow his game to further blossom.

Jeremy Floyd (6’ 2, PG, Northside – Columbus; 2013) – Very quick guard with tight handle; excellent penetrator who gets into the paint and creates for teammates. Demonstrated intensity, desire and footwork to be an excellent defender.

Brian Egejuru (5’ 11, PG, Central Gwinnett; 2013) –Natural floor leader who plays with good speed, poise and control. Was one of the camp’s top assist men; delivering the ball to teammates for open looks and easy scores. Has tight handle and makes good decisions on the break. Capable scorer when needed.

Chase Hutchins (6’ 1, CG, Pope; 2015) – Highly Skilled guard with very bright future and upside potential. Has well balanced offensive game; sees floor well and is comfortable controlling tempo. Above average athlete who can get to the rim and finish once there. Has good mid-range capabilities. Long Wing span allows him to play bigger than height. With continued development, has the potential to be one of the Top guards in Georgia’s 2015 Class.

Ryan Ramirez (6’ 5, Wing, Clearwater – FL; 2013) – Intelligent and fundamentally sound player who can play on block and on the wing.Plays with a lot of hustle and determination.Absorbs contact well and is able to push through and score in traffic. Very strong academic student with 29 ACT score makes him attractive target for Elite Academic Institutions.

Jalen Thornton (6’ 0, SG, Douglas County; 2013) – Quick and extremely athletic player; Very good finisher with the ability to rise up and dunk over taller players.Excels on fast break; has wiry strength that helps him covert drives to the rim. Plays very hard. Will step into a starring role this season for a strong Douglas County program that graduated four college signees.

Terrance Brittian (6’ 1, CG, Spalding; 2014) – Impressive guard with the ability to score in bunches; has good quickness and creates well off the dribble. Active on defensive end of floor; Player that college coaches should keep an eye on in the 2014 Class.

Jeremiah Hill (5’ 11, PG, Richmond Hill; 2013) –One of the biggest surprise players of the camp; Hill was all over the floor making plays on both offense and defense. Played outstanding defense on ball and in passing lanes; picking up numerous steals. Good quickness and uses change of pace move very well.

Jackson Brownfield (6’ 5, Forward, Walker Valley – TN; 2013) – Big Bodied forward who uses his strength and 240 lbs. frame to overpower opponents in the low post. Can score with back to basket or while facing up. Above average rebounder who boxes out very well.

Jevaughn Sanchez (6’ 2, CG, Jacksonville Fletcher – FL; 2013) – Talented combo with good athleticism and court presence; attacks the rim very well and can finish in traffic. Gets after it on defense and is very effective in full court pressure situations. Strong work ethic.

Ronald Handsome (6’ 2, SG, Appling County; 2013) – Athletic shooting guard who can score the ball from three point territory and at the rim. Blows past defenders and showed ability to finish himself or dish for the assist. Has good defensive instincts; blocked several shots while providing help side defense.

Santonio “TJ” Johnson (6’ 5, Wing/Forward, Effingham County; 2013) – Inside-Out forward who is effective in paint, but also has the ability to put the ball on the floor and create from the wing.Can knock down the mid-range jumper.Solid interior defender and rebounder.

Trae Gaines (6’ 3, SG, Hart County; 2013) – Good looking prospect with deadly three point stroke; has quick first step and athleticism; enables him to balance outside game with penetration to the rim. 1st team All-Region Selection as a Junior while averaging 17+ppg. Standout in classroom with overall 95 Average.

Honorable Mention Players

(Listed in no particular order)

Class of 2013: Austin Smoak (5’ 11, PG, Wheeler); Jared Siminski (6’ 4, Wing, Countryside, FL); Malcolm Hannah (5’ 8, PG, Berkmar); Richard Carrington (6’ 0, SG, Dunwoody); Jalen Green (6’ 2, CG, Kell); Ryan Gibson (6’ 4, Wing, Moravian Prep, NC); Anfernee Felton (5’ 11, PG, Clinton, MS); Damian Young (6’ 3, SG, Grayson); Terrance Higginbotham (5’ 11, PG, Brookwood); Zachary Durkee (6’ 3, SG, Moravian Prep, NC); Brandon Cerezola (6’ 0, PG, Arlington Christian); Brian Woods (6’ 2, SG, Arabia Mountain); Tyler Lentz (5’ 9, PG, Alpharetta); Charlie Scott (6’ 1, SG, Providence Christian); Sirvaughn Hobdy (5’ 10, CG, Maynard Jackson); Caio Hysinger (5’ 11, PG, Walker Valley, TN); Kaderius Compton (6’ 2, SG, Luella); Niles Oates (6’ 3, SG, Marietta); Brandon Bostic (5’ 10, PG, Groves); Tyler Gee (6’ 4, Wing, St. Pius); Patrick Stanford (6’ 3, SG, Sherwood Christian); Jayson Jackson (6’ 5, Forward,Washington); Blake Jones (5’ 11, PG, Mt. Paran); Kenneth Butler (6’ 3, SG, Johnson, AL); De’Aundray Rhett (6’ 5, Forward, Effingham County); Nicholas Guerriero (5’ 10, CG, Naples, FL); Travis Whitehead (6’ 5, Forward, Paulding County); Zachary Callen (6’ 5, Forward, Roswell);

Classes of 2014 & 2015: Aundre Reid (5’ 10, CG, Dutchtown, 2014); Logan Bush (6’ 5, Wing, Lambert, 2014); Romello Styron (5’ 11, PG, Duluth, 2014); Derrick Bradshaw (6’ 4, Forward, Brantley County, 2014); J.B. Charles (6’ 5, SG, Gilmer, 2014); Armel Potter (6’ 0, PG, Sprayberry); Evan Woods (6’ 5, Forward, Starrs Mill, 2014); Davis Nims (6’ 3, Dunwoody, 2014); Griffin Ghesquiere (6’ 3, Creekview; 2014); Austin Graham (6’ 1, SG, Creekview, 2014); Roger Rickman (6’ 1, PG, Fellowship Christian); Terquin Mott (6’ 3, Forward, Dutchtown, 2014); Dajon Fuller (6’ 4, Forward, Hillgrove, 2014); Merault Almonor (6’ 0, CG, Rabun Gap); Kendell Walker (5’ 8, PG, Liberty Tech, TN, 2014); Will Maguire (6’ 2, SG, St. Pius, 2014); Paul Webb (6’ 4, Wing, Lanier, 2014); Michael Hemphill (5’ 9, PG, Paulding County, 2014); Tre Williams (5’ 10, PG, Carson, NC, 2014); Derek Kirkland (6’ 2, Calvary Day, 2014); Nathan Rosetti (6’ 3, Wing, Brookwood; 2014)

Unable to compete due to injury: Daniel Brooks (6’ 0, PG, Gordon Lee, 2013)

2012 SEBA Atlanta All-Star Shootout (Review - Part I)



2012 SEBA Atlanta Shootout ("East" Squad - Top 30 All-Star Game)

The 2012 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta Shootout was held on September 15th at Oglethorpe University in Atlanta. The SEBA event was a tremendous day of instruction and exposure for the 180 young men in attendance.


This high quality event, now in its 10th year, was once again directed by SEBA Director Billy LoPresti and his stellar staff. This year's camp featured an excellent group of talented 2013, 2014, and 2015 prospects from throughout Georgia and the entire Southeastern Region. A large number of college coaches from throughout the nation were in attendance to recruit and evaluate players for their respective programs.

Here is a breakdown of the top performers from the event:

Isaiah Dennis (6’ 1, PG, Eagles Landing; 2013)


Extremely athletic lead guard who was one of the top overall prospects in the event. Excellent penetrator who gets to the bucket with quickness and knows how to finish once there. Handles the ball well and sees floor. Tremendous leaper who finishes above the rim. Very coachable. Has played key role in Eagles Landing advancing to AAA Final Four in each of the past two seasons. Named All-Region and 2nd Team All-State as a Junior. Has the potential to be a standout Point Guard at the Mid-Major Division I Level. 

Ify Imachukwu (6’ 3, SG, Duluth; 2013)

Bouncy and explosive wing guard with excellent athleticism. Had several highlight reel dunks throughout the day. Excels while attacking the rim and in transition; but also displayed the ability to knock down the mid-range jumper off the dribble. Is currently holding offers and/or receiving significant interest from several D1 and High D2 programs. Poised to have a big senior season; excellent future.

Myles Marshall (6’ 5, Forward, Rabun Gap; 2013)

Athletic forward who plays with a great motor and energy. Combination of leaping ability, physical strength, and “warrior” mentality makes him an imposing matchup inside. Relentless rebounder on both sides of the floor. Finishes very well around basket with both hands. Native of Brooklyn, New York; was All-Conference as Junior at Rabun Gap.

Mark Champion (6’ 8, SG, Lambert; 2013)

Rapidly improving wing guard who shots the ball well throughout the day. Has good range and the ability to stretch the defense. Developing perimeter skill set combined with height, length, and intelligence makes him a very intriguing prospect. Is starting to attract attention from a wide range of schools including a host of mid-major D1 programs. Is projected to grow another 2-3 inches. Has good blood line as his father played at Gonzaga and professionally overseas. His best basketball is definitely ahead of him.

Charles “CJ” Foster (6’ 2, CG, Berkmar; 2013)

Talented guard prospect who shined throughout camp and could very well be one of the biggest “sleepers” in Georgia’s senior class. Has played a supporting role behind a trio of very talented trio of guards at Berkmar the past two years (all of which are now playing college basketball); look for him to step up into a starring role this coming season. Has an aggressive and well-rounded offensive game to go with above average athleticism. Finishes on the break very well. Has ability to be lock down defender and plays with good energy. Starting to generate significant interest from several Mid Major Division I programs.

Alijah Bennett (6’ 2, SG, Moravian Prep, NC; 2013)

Impressive guard prospect whose talent caught the eye of a number of coaches in attendance. He can score the ball at the rim, mid-range, and from the outside. Has good leaping ability and finishes above the rim. His long wing span and foot speed enables him to defend well. Very coachable. Is doing a year of Prep School in North Carolina which should allow him to continue to develop his game. Bright future.

Greg Murphy (6’ 5, Wing, Woodland – Bartow; 2013)

Athletic and active wing; has good slashing ability. Runs the lane well on fast break and finishes with authority on other end. Good rebounder and has the ability to defend multiple positions on the floor. Is currently most effective inside feet; needs to continue to develop ball handling ability which will allow him to be more multi-dimensional. Looking to build on excellent Junior season in which he was selected 1st Team All-Region and named the Northwest Georgia “Player of Year”.

Dusan Kovacevic (6’ 10, Forward, Rabun Gap; 2015)

Promising Young Forward from Serbia with excellent size, frame, and potential. Has solid fundamental skill set not often seen in young post players. Is comfortable with back to basket and shooting mid-range while facing basket. Has an assortment of post moves on the lower block; and moves pretty well for his size on the break. Good rebounder and not afraid to be physical. Played this past summer on the Serbian National team which placed 3rd in the U16 European Championships. With continued development, will be a sought after prospect at the Division I level.

Andravious Smith (6’ 3, Wing Guard, Dooly County; 2013)

High scoring wing guard who played well throughout the day. Scorers mentality; gets to the rim off penetration but is also a capable outside shooter. Plays within himself and has good grasp of fundamentals. Likes to get out in transition and push ball on the break. Averaged 23 PPG while being named All-Region and Honorable Mention All-State during Junior season.

Kahlil Wynn (6’ 0, PG, Central – Carroll; 2013)

Quick and physically strong Point Guard with good ball speed. Quick first step allows him to get into paint and create for himself and teammates. Has College ready body; absorbs contact and finishes well. Plays excellent on ball defense. Named 1st Team All-Region and All-Area as a Junior.

Greyson Arnold (6’ 4, SG, Calhoun; 2013)

Scoring guard who consistently shoots the ball well and puts points on the board. Uses screens effectively and moves well without the ball. Has good court vision and delivered several nice assists to teammates. Named All-North Georgia as a Junior. Good student in the classroom with 3.7 GPA.

Amonte Potter (6’ 0, PG, Moravian Prep, NC; 2013)

Speedy and tough guard who plays with the game with visible passion and energy. Very quick with the ball and attacks defensive gaps effectively. Takes the ball to the rim and finishes drives very well. Is also very adept at drawing defense and creating opportunitiesfor teammates. Aggressive on-ball defender. Player who facilitates offense and makes things happen on the floor.

Roderic King (6’ 5, SG, Adairsville; 2013)

Intriguing prospect with great length and size at guard position. Shot the ball very well throughout the day in both scrimmages and drills. Runs floor well on fast break and can finish. Altered and/or blocked several shots on the defensive end. Needs to continue to be more aggressive; physical maturity should help in that regard. Has good upside.

William Crowell (6’ 5, Wing; Sparkman, AL; 2013)

Athletic wing who demonstrated inside-out capabilities. Tough match up for opposing defenses. Knocked down the three ball consistently. Slashed by defenders for scores at the rim. Good leaper; Had several impressive dunks throughout the day. Good rebounder from wing spot.

Cameron Lewis (6’ 6, Wing, Dacula; 2013)

Long and athletic prospect that had good showing. He seemed to be everywhere on court during first scrimmage game; blocking shots, converting offensive putbacks, and running floor in transition. Finishes well with several high flying dunks. Overall offensive skill set is still relatively raw; however the potential is there for him to be very good pickup for a program at the next level.

Jarius Smith (6’ 1, Wing Guard, Northside – Warner Robins; 2013)

Wing player with elite athleticism and leaping ability; plays much bigger than height; attacks the rim in relentless manner and finishes high above the rim. Plays with an energy that rubs off on teammates.Excels in open floor.Very good rebounder from the wing position. Averaged double-double as a Junior. Clutch player as evidenced by game winning shot he hit at buzzer to win the Region 1-AAAA championship game last season.

Rico Overall (6’ 1, PG, Walton; 2013)

Smooth point guard who is comfortable running the show. Excellent penetrator who gets into the paint and breaks down the defense. Both a good distributor and scorer. Makes sound decisions with the ball and plays with court savvy. Has excellent body control and finishes well in traffic. Has an effective floater in lane. Was All-Region and All-Cobb County Selection as a Junior.

Bjorn Walker (6’ 7, Forward, Alpharetta; 2013)

Developing prospect who impressed coaches in attendance with combination of size, athleticism, and production. Finished very well around the basket and from mid-range. While he didn’t shoot a high quantity of outside shots, showed the ability to knock down the three ball on several attempts. Standout on defensive end; blocking shots and controlling the defensive boards. Has academic profile that is attractive to higher tier academic institutions.

Note: Additional Standout Prospects will be featured in Part II of the Event Review.