2014 SEBA College Showcase Report (Part II)

2014 SEBA College Showcase "West" Squad (Top 30 All-Star Game)

Here is Part II of the Report detailing the top performers from the 2014 SEBA Atlanta College Showcase held on March 29 at Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia.

Link: Click here for Part I of the Camp Review

Roberto Gallinat (6’ 3, SG, South Gwinnett; 2015) – Highly athletic player who attacks the rim with fervor. Had several poster worthy dunks in traffic during camp. Good speed and excels in open court situations. Solid mid-range and three point shooter. Was named 2^nd Team All-Gwinnett County this past season as Junior.   

Joshua Ledbetter (6’ 6, Forward, Holy Innocents; 2014) – Strong forward who is effective inside the paint; Demonstrated several low post scoring moves and has good touch around rim. Blocked several shots while providing help side defense.  Has good feel for the game.   

Shamar Griffin (5’ 10, PG, Allatoona; 2015) – Extremely quick lead guard with excellent leaping ability; penetrator who does a fine job at drawing defense and assisting to open teammates. Strong on-ball defender who forces turnovers.

Michael Rowlette (6’ 4, Wing, Mandarin, Florida; 2014) -  Long guard with nice offensive game; can put the ball on the floor and get to rim.  Demonstrated ability to consistently knock down the 3 ball. Gets after it on defense and plays with good hustle.

Marshell Lyons (5’ 9, PG, Russell County, Alabama; 2014) – Quick floor general with a knack for getting into the paint. Finishes well at rim. Has good scoring ability but his greatest strength is in his passing and ability to create for others.   

Cole Childers (6’ 0, PG, Pope; 2015) – Heady and skilled playmaker; very good three point shooter.  Has a good handle and is very poised on the floor. Has excellent court vision and is good at delivering ball to open teammate in prime position to score.  Top notch student who has scored a 28 on the ACT as a Junior.

Tyler Davis (6’ 4, Wing, Orangeburg-Wilkinson, South Carolina; 2014) – Good athlete with length, gets to the rim and finishes through contact. Active on offensive boards. Knocked down several spot up three pointers. Has potential to blossom as player.  

McKinley Brown (6’ 2, PG, St. Francis, 2014) -  Quick lead guard with good length; creates well off the dribble and was one of the top distributors in the camp. Pure point guard who also showed the ability to slash into paint and score. Aggressive on-ball defender who picked up good number of steals throughout the day. Played a key role on St. Francis’ Class A State Championship squad this past season.          

Alex Pack (6’ 9, Forward, East Paulding; 2014) - Developing post player with good contribution on defensive end of floor. Good rebounder; altered shot attempts in his vicinity. Has good footwork for his size and is assertive. Converted on a variety of offensive put backs and tips. Player with potential; best basketball is ahead of him. Older brother had good career at Coastal Carolina and is playing professionally overseas. Standout student with 3.7 GPA in classroom.     

Brian Lloyd (5’ 11, CG, AC Reynolds, North Carolina; 2014) – Defensive standout who impressed with ability to lock down opponents throughout the day. Plays with excellent intensity and hustle. Capable scorer with ability to attack the paint.  

Yusef Riley (6’ 3, Wing, Bermuda; Post Grad) – Athletic guard with speed and leaping ability; very effective in uptempo play. Has good slashing ability. Demonstrated good work ethic and coach ability.

Deonte Ross (6’ 3, SG, Mundy’s Mill; 2014) – Lanky guard with talent and good upside potential. Very effective scorer off penetration and from mid-range area. Has the ability to take smaller guards on the block and post them up. Effective defensive player who uses his length well to force deflections and turnovers. Above average student in classroom.       

Daniel Heard (6’ 2, Wing, Saks, Alabama; 2014) – Athletic forward who plays much bigger than height. Is very good in transition; effective scorer in the paint. Relentless rebounder on offensive glass. Averaged a double-double in points (15) and rebounds (12) while leading Saks to the Class AAA Final Four in Alabama. Named to All-State Tournament Team.     

Joshua Hood (6’ 5, Forward, Hiram; 2014) -  Power post player who plays with good intensity; has strong low post presence. Uses strength and frame well to power through contact and score.  Strong and physical rebounder on both ends of the floor.

Terrance Wright (6’ 0, PG, Nova, Florida; Post Grad) – Speedy point guard who draws defense and gets to the rim. Good ball handler; leads fast break with proficiency. Provides full court on-ball pressure.  Plays with intensity and hunger.

Joshua Brooks (6’ 1, PG, Banneker; 2015) – Emerging guard with a complete game. Has the dual ability to create for himself and for teammates. Has good feel for the game and high basketball IQ. Averaged 15 ppg and was named All-Region as  Junior this past season.     

Momodou Senghore (6’ 8, Forward, Mt. Zion; 2014) – Talented but raw prospect with good size. Has only been playing organized basketball for a few years; grew up playing soccer throughout this youth. Has good mobility and is active on the boards. Has good shot blocking ability.  Needs continued work-development but has a lot of upside potential.   

Jonathan Garrett (6’ 0, PG, Paideia; 2014) – Lead guard with good court presence. Looked good leading the break and in half court set. Capable scorer off penetration and with jump shot; distributes well.    

Justin Blaha (6’ 3, SG, Carroll, Alabama; 2015) – Heady player who understands the game. Knocked down the three point shot throughout the camp; very solid fundamental skill set. Excellent rebounder from the guard position. Above average student in classroom.      

Justin Bridges (6' 4, Wing, Douglas County; 2014) - Athletic wing who plays with good energy. Slasher who finishes well. Very active and physical defensive player; good rebounder. Named Honorable Mention All-State in Class AAAAAA. 

Cameron Davis (6’ 0, PG, Morrow; 2014) – Playmaking point guard with good ball handling ability; has nice shooting stroke and pull-up jumper. Can finish on the drive and has effective floater in paint. All-Region and All-Clayton County this past season.  

Jordan Bowden (6’ 3, Wing, Carter, Tennessee; 2015) – Athletic wing prospect who runs the floor extremely well on fast break. Good finisher with ability to finish above the rim. Effective slasher in half court set. Had big Junior season where he averaged 18 ppg and was named both District and Region Tournament MVP, leading Carter to Tennessee’s Class AA Quarterfinals.    

Shun Jones (5’ 10, CG, Dunwoody; 2014) – Scoring guard with solid build and fundamental skill set; exhibited a good looking three-point shot throughout day. One of the top scorers this past season in talent rich Dekalb County, averaging over 18 ppg.   

Malik Cook (6’ 1, CG, Homewood, Alabama; 2015) – Talented guard with good frame. He has a strong jump shot and the ability to slash to the rim. Strong defensive player. Plays with on-court poise and under control. One of the top players in Birmingham area this past year as a Junior and definite player to watch in Alabama’s Class of 2015     

Merault Almonar (6’ 0, PG, Rabun Gap; 2014) – NYC native is a solid playmaker who sees the floor  well and delivers ball to teammates in scoring positions. Understands how to draw and kick.  Attacks rim and can finish; Good perimeter defender.  

Johnny Williams (6’ 9, Forward, Enterprise, Alabama; 2015) – Big bodied forward who plays well with his back to the basket. Demonstrated solid post moves  and good hands. Not afraid to get physical and mix it up down low.

Aaron Udell (6’ 0, CG, South Gwinnett; 2015) – Good all-around scorer from the outside and off penetration. Aggressive and strong with ball in hands. Creates scoring opportunities for teammates.    

Andrija Zagorac (6’ 5, SG, Rabun Gap; 2014) – Well rounded guard with size; has good looking outside shot extending beyond the three point line; Is fundamentally sound and moves well without the ball. Makes good decisions with ball. Has ability to score with back to basket.

Dante Richitelli (6’ 0, CG, Etowah; 2015) – Guard with good scoring ability; uses dribble well to create space for pull up jumper. Three-point shooter with smooth stroke; has the potential to get very hot from the outside. Active on defensive; aggressive and plays with good intensity. Above average student in classroom.   

Joshua Thompson (6’ 3, Wing, Timber Creek, Florida; 2014) -  Tremendous leaper who plays way above the rim; Had a multitude of impressive dunks throughout the day. Uses athleticism to create scoring opportunities off penetration and on the offensive boards. Gets excellent elevation on mid-range jumper.    

Cameron Peters (6’ 0, SG, Mandarin, Florida; 2014) -  Excellent outside Shooter with quick release; uses screens well to get open and get clean looks. Showed good range knocking down several long threes. Good basketball IQ.           

Honorable Mention Players

(Listed in no particular order)

Class of  2014: Brandon Wimberly (6’ 3, SG, Jones County); Cody Carden (6’1, CG, East Lake, FL); Damien Bostick (6’ 3, Wing, Marietta); Thomas Mackey (5’ 10, PG, Gatlinburg-Pittman, TN); Charles Brown (6’ 5, Forward, Luella); Kieron Dill (6’ 2, SG, Bermuda); Nate Rosetti (6’ 4, Wing, Brookwood); Derek Vandiver (6’ 0, SG, Hebron Christian); Jarvis Johnson (6’ 1, CG, Opelika, AL); Christian Henley (6’ 5, Forward; Central); Korley Grier (5’ 8, PG, Coosa); Quinton Lovett (6’ 6, Forward, Plant City); KV Walker (5’ 8, PG, South Gwinnett); Terquin Mott (6’ 4, Forward, Dutchtown); D’Aundre Green (5’ 10, PG, Saks, AL); Conner Sibley (5’ 11, CG, Prince Avenue Christian); Devante Johnson (6’ 4, Wing, Douglas County); Kendrick Cole (6’ 1, SG, Northview); Larry Tyson (6’ 2, Wing, South Effingham); Thomas Massey (6’ 9, Forward; Shiloh); Pierre Richardson (6’1, PG, Collins Hill);  Devin King (6’0, SG, Banneker); Devonte Pope (6’ 4, Wing, Coffee County); Hunter Knocke (6’ 3, Wing, Cambridge)

Classes of 2015 & 2016: Braxton Thomas (5’ 10, PG, Dalton, 2015); Jordan Slotter (6’ 3, SG, Cambridge, 2015); Zach Strong (6’ 9, Forward, Mt. Paran, 2015); Jamal Wilkerson (5’ 10, PG, Troup County, 2015); Jamison McCray (6’ 2, SG, Slocomb, AL, 2015); Taylor Bourdage (5’ 10, SG, Flowery Branch, 2015); Evan Gillis (6’ 6, Forward; AC Reynolds, NC, 2015); Ty Pendley (5’ 10, CG, Southeast Whitfield, 2015); Trevoski Lundy (5’ 11, PG, Dooly County, 2015); Adonis Williams (5’ 11, PG, Battery Creek, SC, 2016); Marty Lewis (6’ 3, G, East Laurens, 2016); Daniel Durrett (5’ 10, CG, Woodland, 2015); Samuel Casiano (6’ 6, Forward, Valrico, FL, 2016); Josh Fulenwider (6’ 5, Forward, Etowah, 2015); Omari O’Neal (6’ 3, Wing, Spalding, 2015); Devante Young (5’ 6, PG, Harding Univ High, NC, 2015); Emerson McClung (6’2, CG, Cambridge, 2015); Paul Miller (6’ 0, CG, Mt. Zion, 2015); Ryan Moon (6’ 1, PG, Madison County, 2016); Bobby Jackson (6’ 5, Wing, Berkmar, 2015); Jacob Kimbriel (6’ 0, PG, Orangewood Christian, FL, 2015); Jarett Jenkins (6’ 3, Wing, Chapel Hill, 2015); Cody Pelitera (6’ 7, Forward, Blessed Trinity, 2015)

Post Grad/Juco:  Neil Shah (6’ 8, Forward, GA Highlands); Jamaine Burrey (6’ 2, CG, FSCJ); Terence Halls (6’ 1, CG, Brooklyn, NY); Tremayne Tippins (6’ 0, CG, Lowndes); Paris Ballinger (6’0, PG, Gray Military Academy)