Thursday, April 9, 2015

SEBA Atlanta College Showcase Top Performers (Recap - Part IV)

2015 SEBA Atlanta College Showcase "East" All-Star Team 


The 2015 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta College Showcase was held March 28 on the campus of Oglethorpe University. This 10th Annual SEBA Event featured 180 players from throughout Georgia and the entire South. The Camp was packed with College Coaches looking to evaluate and recruit players for their programs.

Here is the 4th and final report highlighting the camp's top prospects

Lennox Jones Jr. (6’ 3, SG, George Ranch, TX; 2015) – Well rounded guard prospect from the Lone Star State made his trip to Atlanta worthwhile with a good showing on both ends of the floor. Plays with excellent energy that is contagious to his teammates. Was very effective slashing to the rim and knocking down outside jumper.  Very Active on defensive end where he picked up numerous steals and forced turnovers.  Excellent student in classroom with “A” average and 24 ACT score.    

Brosnan Cooks (6’ 3, Forward, Elba, AL; 2016) – Talented inside-out forward  with athleticism; plays with good energy on both ends of the floor. Crashes the boards hard and creates many second chance opportunities for his team. Averaged a double-double for Elba High and was named Class 2A All-State as a Junior.        

Brandon Powell (6’ 1, SG, Harrison; 2015) – Power scoring guard who attacks the rim with aggression.  Uses strong frame to finish at the rim and in paint.  Has nice pull-up jumper from mid-range and beynd the arc.  Averaged 18 ppg on his way to All-Region honors as a senior.

Michael Hanson (6’ 0, SG, Tri-Cities; 2015) –Knockdown three point shooter with deep range.  Has the ability to get very hot from beyond the arc. Works well within the flow of the offense. 

Austin York (6’ 5, Forward, Harrison; 2016) – Strong Forward that is effective on both lower block and facing the basket. Has good footwork and uses strong frame to gain position on defender.  Has ability to knock down the three point shot. Good rebounder. Excellent academic student in classroom and will be a prospect that catches the attention of Elite academic programs.      

Michael Olmert  (5’ 11, PG, Campbell; 2016) – Impressive young point guard with excellent playmaking ability. Uses quickness to slice through defense and create scoring opportunities for himself and for teammates. Finishes very well around the rim and in traffic. Named All-Region in 3-AAAAAA as a Junior. 

Desmond Webb (6’ 3, SG, Carrollton; 2016) – Smooth guard with scorers mentality; versatile skill set allows him to score at the rim, mid-range, and from three point land. Is strong on the drive and uses body to power through contact. Played key role on Carrollton team that advanced to State Championship Game in Class AAAA as a Junior.

Josh McKeever (5’ 10, PG, South Gwinnett; 2015) -  Quick and athletic lead guard with pass first mentality; good set-up man and playmaker. Strong on-ball defender.   

Ari Zorns (5’ 9, PG, Mt. Zion; 2015) – Sparkplug playmaker with exceptional quickness. Handles the ball well; effective leading team in half court and on the fast break. Has nice floater in lane over taller players. Had strong senior season averaging 19 ppg and 6 assists on way to 1st Team All-Region honors.  

Aaron Reddick (6’ 7, Forward, New Manchester; 2016) – Developing big man who made his presence known in the post; is active and possesses above average athleticism. Was effective with back to the basket and showed nice touch on turn around jumper. Block or altered numerous shot attempts on defensive end. Good upside potential.        

Joshua Faulkner (5’ 11, PG, Berkmar; 2016) - Emerging lead guard with excellent athleticism. Has explosive first step and is very effective on dribble drive. Handles the ball well. Has all the physical tools to be a fine lead guard at the next level. Very coachable.  

Jordan Daniels (6’ 0, PG, Altamont, AL; 2015) – Skilled and heady lead guard showed the ability to create off the dribble and knock down the jumper. Has good court vision and did a fine job distributing to teammates for easy buckets.  Named All-State while leading Altamont to Alabama’s Class AA Elite 8. 

2015 SEBA Atlanta College Showcase "West" All-Star Team 


Honorable Mention Players
(listed in no particular order)

Class of 2015 –  Efe Balfour (6’ 4, Wing, Chapel Hill); Riakeye Karr (6’ 1, SG, Stephenson); Stephen Dunn (6’ 1, CG, Lithonia); Dallas Jackson (6’ 2, Wing, South Gwinnett)  Kyle Parker (6’ 4, Wing; New Manchester); Anthony Gomes (6’ 1, PG, Poinciana, FL); Travis Lee (5’ 10, PG, River Ridge);  Miles Rance (6’ 4, SG, Mt. Vernon); Elijah Lipscomb (6’ 3, SG, East Hall); Shamar Griffin (5’ 11, PG, Furtah Prep); Jathan Oliver (6’ 6, Forward, Mt. Zion); Maurice Thompson (6’ 7, Forward, Lake Region, FL); Scotty Jones (6’ 1, CG, Harrison);  James Bonner (5’ 11, SG, Eagles Landing); Caleb Walker (6’ 0, SG, Woodland); KaJuan Jones (5’ 7, PG, DeBartolo, FL); Nick Palmer (5’ 10, PG, Pinecrest Academy); Jamon Moore (6’ 2, PG, Worth County); Justin Goldfeder (5’ 11, PG, Bucholz, FL); Chris Bennett (5’ 10, PG, South Gwinnett); Jeremy Wright (6’ 5, SG, Home School); Aaron Udell (6’ 0, CG, South Gwinnett);  Dante Mitchell (6’ 4, Forward, Brandon, FL); JT Thompson (6’ 5, Wing, Etowah); Trevante Sanders (6’ 3, Wing, Jeff Davis); Ben Drake (6’ 7, Forward, Harrison); Roland Seim (5’ 10, PG, Galloway); William Wimby (6’ 2, CG, Woodward Academy); Malcolm Vaught (5’ 11, CG, West Bladen, NC); Deionte Davis (6’ 4, Wing, Norcross)

Classes of 2016 & 2017 – Leroy Jones (5’ 10, PG, berkmar, 2016); Chase Shook (6’ 8, Forward, Union County, 2016); Joe Stone (6’ 2, Wing, Riverview; 2016); Luke Baham (6’ 3, CG, Calvary Day, 2016); Demetrius Page (5’ 11, PG, Kell, 2017); Joshua Jones (5’ 10, Guard, Grady, 2016); Mitchell Hollis (5’ 11, PG, Pope; 2016);  Zachaeus Mosley (6’ 3, Wing, Callaway, 2016); Colton Collins (6’ 3, SG, North Atlanta Christian, 2016); Phoenix Roberts (5’ 10, PG, Franklin County, 2016);  Jovante Lee (6’ 1, SG, Northview, AL, 2016); D’jimon Wilson (6’ 1, SG, Sprayberry; 2016); Rashad Austin (6’ 7, Forward, Tampa Bay Tech; 2016)

Post Grads/TransfersBrian Woods II (6’2, Guard, Avail Transfer);  Jabari Barr (6’ 5, Wing, Avail transfer);  Erik Shaw (6’ 1, CG; Avail transfer);  DeAndre Bradford (6’ 6, Wing, Post Grad); Devonta Smith (5’ 11, CG, West Bladen, NC; Post Grad); Xavier Moss (5’ 9, PG, Post Grad); Chris Cannady (5’9, Guard, Post Grad)

Click Here for Part I of the SEBA Atlanta College Showcase Recap 

Click Here for Part II of the SEBA Atlanta College Showcase Recap 

Click Here for Part III of the SEBA Atlanta College Showcase Recap 


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