Presley Leads 4th Ranked Hoyas

Jeremy Presely (Harrison, 2012)

SEBA Standout and Harrison High Senior Jeremy Presley (5' 11, PG, 2012) is off to a terrific start for the Hoyas. The Senior Point Guard has been a major factor in Harrison's early success, leading the team in both scoring and assists. The Hoyas are currently 5-1 and ranked as the #4 team in Georgia's Class AAAAA. Their only loss at this point was to National Powerhouse Oak Hill Academy (VA).

Presley has been hitting all on cylinders the past two weeks. In a rout of Stephenson High, Jeremy scored 21 points, where he shot 5 of 6 from three point range. He followed that performance up with an impressive showing, scoring a game high 18 points in 64-57 victory over Norcross in the Nike Explosion held at Kennesaw State University. Presley capped off the impressive stretch with a good showing over rival McEachern. In an extremely physical game which saw four Harrison players foul out; Jeremy hit two clutch free throws with 6 seconds left which proved to be the game winners.

Jeremy has the potential to be a very good lead guard for a school at the next level. Simply put, he knows how to play the game. He has a high skill set and a high basketball IQ. He can shoot the lights out and has extremely deep range. He creates well off the dribble and has a smooth but quick shot release. He is battle tested, and seems to play his best against toughest competition (ie: he averaged 15 ppg and 4 assists per game at 17U AAU Division I Nationals this past July). Off the court, Jeremy is a high achiever with a 3.8 GPA and above average test scores.

Look for Jeremy to continue his strong play and position the Hoyas for a strong Region and State Tournament playoff run!    



           

Jenkins Named GSAC Player of Week



SEBA Alum Jessie Jenkins honored by GSAC 



SEBA Alum and Piedmont College Freshman Jessie Jenkins was named the Great South Athletic Conference (GSAC) Player of the Week. The 6' 3 Freshman Guard out Locust Grove High (GA) is Piedmont's team leader in scoring, rebounding and field goal percentage. But during Piedmont's last pair of non-conference games, he performed beyond his average performance.


In Piedmont's recent loss on the road at Oglethorpe University, Jenkins recorded a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds. Three days later, he put on a show in Cave Arena in a blowout win over Free Will Baptist College, dropping 32 points and making it a double-double with another 10 boards.

Jenkins was efficient on his way to 32 points, making the most of every shot opportunity. He made nine of his 10 shots from the field, including draining his only three-point attempt. He also took advantage of his freebies, converting on 13 of 14 shots from the line. All of this comes in just 28 minutes of playing time.

 Jenkins' 19.4 points per game and 7.6 boards per game anchor a team that leads the conference in scoring at nearly 83 points per contest.

Congrats Jesse and keep putting in work!!

Pack Twins Sign Scholarships with North Greenville



Michael Pack (5' 10, PG, Centennial; 2012)

Centennial High School's 2012 Guards and twin bothers Michael Pack and Charles Pack have signed early with North Greenville University. North Greenville is a NCAA Division II program in Tigersville, South Carolina. The Crusaders play in the Carolinas Conference, which is one of the toughest D2 Leagues in the nation.

Both Michael and Charles are extremely quick, strong and athletic lead guards whose physical capabilities will translate very well to the college game. Both Pack brothers had an excellent AAU season this past Spring and Summer while playing for the FCI Warriors.

Michael began the 2011-12 High School season in strong fashion last night as as he was the game high scorer with 21 points in 73-65 Overtime Loss to #5 ranked Shiloh High School. Shiloh was led by Top 25 Talent and Georgia Tech signee Robert Carter who had 18 points.


Congrats Michael and Charles and we look forward to seeing you both have a terrific senior season!!  

Charles Pack (5' 10, PG, Centennial; 2012)

Douglas County outlasts Walton in SEBA Fall League Championship Game

Fall Leagues can be an excellent tool for teams to develop team chemistry and help teams prepare for the start of the regular high school season. The Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta Fall League did just that for all of the participating teams over the course of the past two months. The SEBA League concluded this past weekend with its end of season playoff tournament, where Walton High School and Douglas County did battle in the Championship Game. Douglas County cruised past Pope 62-40 in the first Semi-Final; while Walton held off an athletic North Cobb squad 60-55 in the other Semi-final game. 



Vantrail Commings (6' 4, Wing; Douglas County; 2012)

 The Championship Game itself was a hard fought contest played with much intensity. The majority of the first half saw both teams going back and forth and exchanging leads. It wasn't until the three minute mark of the 2nd quarter when the uptempo Douglas County squad took a double digit advantage behind the all around standout play of Vantrail Commings (6' 4, Wing, 2012) and strong inside production of Jaumonee Byrd (6' 6, Forward; 2012).





Rico Overall (6' 1; PG, Walton; 2013)

 The Tigers extended the lead throughout the third quarter and the first two minutes of the fourth. However, Walton was not ready to surrender. Behind the tremendous play of Junior Point Guard Rico Overall (6' 1, PG, 2013), the Raiders staged a ferocious comeback. Overall was all over the floor; converting drives, hitting pull ups, dishing out assists, and picking off steals. Walton pulled to within two points inside the final two minutes; however, Douglas County stepped up and made some big defensive stops as well as knocking down some crucial free throws down the stretch. The final score was Douglas County 78 and Walton 73.  

Douglas County was led by Commings 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. They also received strong play Richard Kelly (6' 5, Wing, 2012) who had 15 points, Byrd (15 points), Matt Melms (12 points), and
Devante Orebeau (10 points and 4 assists).

Walton was led by Rico Overall's 27 points and 5 assists. Powerfully built strong forward senior Sean Morgan (6'6, Forward, 2012) scored 16 points and pulled down 8 rebounds to cap off a very good Fall Season. John Gibson (6' 7, Forward, 2012) added 10 points and 6 rebounds.


SEBA Fall League Champs Douglas County


 Additional Notes / Observations:

• Douglas County has a chance to be strong contender in Georgia's Class AAAA this year. The Tigers have excellent athleticism, size and seasoned players. Head Coach Joby Boydstone returns all five starters from a year ago, including Vantrail Commings and Richard Kelly who were All-Region as Juniors. 
• Walton does not have the High profile Major D1 player they had the past few years; however look for Coach Joe Goydish's to remain in the mix as one of the better squads in AAAAA. This year's squad has a dominating forward in Sean Morgan and a high quality playmaker in Rico Overall to go along with good overall team chemistry. Emerging 6' 7" forward John Gibson might be the x-factor.
• Douglas County's Vantrail Commings (pictured above) has received significant football recruiting interest from Major Division I schools. However, basketball is his passion and he may prefer to play hoops at the next level. Commings is a beast on the floor on the hardwood. Is 6' 4, but plays much bigger and with a tremendous motor.

      

2011 SEBA Atlanta Shootout (Event Review - Part II)

Here is the second part of the Camp review from the 2011 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta All-Star Shootout held on September 24th at Oglethorpe University.

Link: Click here for Part I of the camp review


Additional Camp Standouts

(Listed in no particular order)

Ethan Gillis (6’ 7, Forward, Rabun Gap, 2013) – Long and wiry forward with good future. Uses his size well to be an impact player; plays “big” in the paint. Blocks shots and pulls down rebounds. With continued development of skills and added strength, could very well blossom into attractive target at Division I level.


Reed Dungan (6’ 1, PG, Hiram, 2013) – Possibly the biggest surprise player of the camp, Dungan had a very good offensive showing. Well rounded skill set; effective with penetration and knocked down outside jumper on consistent basis. Sees the floor well and is very good passer. Plays with a lot of confidence and energy. Definite player to watch in Class of 2013.

Christian Browder (6’ 0, CG, Paulding County, 2012)- Athletic Lefty who was one of the top scorers in the camp. Creates for himself very well and is a top notch penetrator/finisher. Averaged 18 ppg and was named Paulding County Player of Year last season as a Junior. Prospect to watch.

Robert “Mitchell” Parker (6’ 8, Forward, North Florida Christian, 2012) – Long post player who demonstrated potential on both ends of the floor. Has ability to knock down jumper when facing up. Good rebounder and length allowed for him to alter many shots on the day. Improved physical strength will help his low post game. Averaged double-double as a Junior last year. Elite academic achiever with 4.4 gpa and 29 ACT score

Jaumonee Byrd (6’ 6, Forward, Douglas County, 2012) – Long and active forward who plays with high energy and hustle. Has a knack for rebounding and defending. Adequate scorer inside the paint extending out to wing.

Matt Catanzano (6’ 4, SG, Armuchee, 2012) – Dead eye outside shooter with good size. Uses screens well to set up his shot. Understands the game and has high basketball IQ. Has ability to post up smaller defenders. Set school record for three pointers in 2010-11. Named All-Region and Northwest Georgia Tip-Off Club Player of Year as a Junior.

Devin Atkins (5’ 6, PG, Vidalia, 2012) – Small statured and compact lead guard that can flat out shoot the rock. Made 112 three pointers last year as a Junior while shooting 46% beyond the arc and averaging 17PPG. Has effective floater in the lane and can keep defense honest with penetration. Was All-Region last season and named to GACA All-Star Game.

Connor Smith (6’ 2, CG, St. Francis, 2012) – Intriguing talent with definite upside potential. Was previously home schooled, will play his first season of high school ball in 2011-12. Long and slim combo guard with deceptive athleticism and high offensive skill level. Can handle ball well and create his shot off the dribble. Excellent three point stroke. Overall game is improving at rapid rate; best ball is ahead of him.

Nick Graf (6’ 6, Forward, South Forsyth, 2012) – Promising forward with well-rounded game. Has good touch on jump shot. Did majority of his scoring on conversion of 15-18 foot jumpers. Solid footwork and uses ball fakes well around the rim. Has good work ethic. Named All-Region as both a Soph and Junior. Strong student with 3.7 gpa.

Dusan Kovacevic (6’ 9, Forward, Rabun Gap, 2015) – Exchange student from Serbia has outstanding size for 15 year old. Plays on Serbian Junior National team. Has a solid level of skill and polish for his age, but as can be expected, has significant room for growth. With normal development will be a D1 prospect.

Ben Blythe (6’ 6, Forward, Pope, 2012) – Blue Collar and physical forward with well-rounded skill set. Above average post defender. Crafty on lower block with good footwork. Can extend defense out to the arc, where he has three point range. Plays with alot of hustle and intensity. Strong leadership qualities. Elite academic student with 3.8 Gpa.

Trevon Shaw (6’ 1, CG, Mill Creek, 2013) – Powerful and athletic guard with multiple offensive weapons. Is very good in transition, but also has shooting skill to stretch defense in half court set. Puts good defensive pressure on ball handler.

Jamal Lancaster (6’2, PG, Jacksonville Fletcher – FL, 2012) – Quick and athletic guard with good size for point guard position. Very active on both ends of floor, is comfortable taking leadership role. Best when driving to the hoop, but has solid looking jumper as well.

Greg Murphy (6’ 4, Wing,Woodland – Bartow, 2013) – Athletic inside-out threat with slashing scoring ability. Had an impressive tip dunk which displayed good leaping ability. Further development of perimeter skills will allow for transition to wing at next level and full realization of potential.

Keith Colquitt Jr. (6’ 2, SG, Eagles Landing, 2012) – Smooth and athletic guard who is very good in transition. Demonstrated good outside looking stroke in half court set. Plays under control. Above average defender with long arms. Starter on Eagles Landing AAA Final Four team last season.

Daniel Peace (6’ 0, PG, Jonesboro, 2013) – Impressive Point Guard with good quickness and court instincts; one of the camp’s top assist men. Excels on the break and makes good decisions with ball. Played significant role as sophomore last season on on Jonesboro’s State Final Four team.

Ryan Lowery (6’ 4, Forward, Gilmer, 2012) – Uses good motor and offensive technique to offset lack of height for position. Very aggressive while attacking basket. Uses angles and body well. Has good handsand “knack” for the ball. Averaged 19 PPG and was named 1st team All-Region as Junior.

John Gibson (6’ 7, Forward, Walton, 2012) – Athletic forward who is starting to come into his own as a player. Strong finisher who had several impressive dunks while attacking basket. Good rebounder with knack for put backs.Has good upside but needs to strive for more consistency.

Brian Egejuru (5’ 10, PG, Central Gwinnett, 2013) – One of the Top 2013 players in attendance. Egejuru is a natural Point Guard who impressed with playmaking ability and poise. Good handle and distributor. Makes players around him better. Very strong on ball defender.

Austin Card (6’ 4, Wing, Pope, 2012) – Wing prospect with extremely long wing span. Has excellent leaping ability and ability to finish well above the rim. Has the physical tools to be a force on both ends of the floor. Super shot blocker for his size. Very good student athlete with 3.6 gpa and 26 ACT score.

Kurt Barger (6’ 2, SG, Crawford Mosley High – FL, 2012) – Active shooter- scorer with strong 190 lbs. frame. Consistently knocked down outside shot from different areas on the floor. Finishes well and is not afraid to power through contact on way to rim. 4.6 GPA attractive to elite academic schools.

Ryan Wilkins (6’ 2, CG, Effingham County, 2013) – Impressed with his offensive skill set and ability to break down defense. Above average athleticism; Aggressive but under control. Quality defender. Will team up with Senior Guard T.J. Rines and fellow 2013 prospect Jay Wright to form a good looking backcourt for Effingham County.

Riley Criswell (6’ 6, Wing/Forward, Carrollton, 2013) – Emerging wing forward who had good camp. More of a perimeter orientated player at this point in his development. Shot the ball very well from mid-range and beyond the arc. Plays hard. Promising future.

Nate Bucher (6’ 1, PG, Providence Christian, 2012) – Playmaker who gets others involved and distributes well. Has strong frame and good ball handling skills. Above average jumper. Quarterback on the floor.

Clayton Roessler (6’ 5, Forward, Lecanto – FL, 2012)–Strong forward with good low block post moves; has good footwork and understands positioning; finishes around the rim. Sees floor well and good passer from the post. Academic standout with 4.6 GPA in classroom.

Ify Imachukwu (6’ 2, SG/SF, Duluth, 2013) – Another 2013 talent that was a pleasant surprise. Very athletic and bouncy prospect who gets to the rim easily and then finishes above it. Not afraid to drive the paint and challenge bigger defenders. Excellent fast break player. Has to avoid tendency to take plays off on defensive end. Overall impressive prospect with bright future.

Honorable Mention Players

Class of 2012: Johnnie McGhee (6’ 3, SG, Memphis Briarcrest Christian, TN); Kolin Zimmer (6’ 0, SG, Jackson County); Donte Moss (6’ 6, Wing, Buckhorn – AL); Chris Boyd (6’ 6, Forward, Cherokee); TJ Rines (5’ 8 PG, Effingham County); Joseph Sciberras (6’ 2, Mt. Vernon Presbyterian); Petar Milivojevic (6’ 2, PG, Crenshaw Christian, AL); Devante Orebeau (5’ 9, PG, Douglas County); Trent Burton (6’ 6, Forward, Winder Barrow); Jamal Davis (5’ 8, PG, Riverwood); Cole Morgan (6’ 4, Wing, Chestatee); Lekeigh McQuillia (5’ 9, PG, Jacksonville Fletcher – FL); Raheem Newton (5’ 11, PG, Augusta Laney); Jalen Bracey (6’ 0, PG, Mill Creek); Colin McKay (5’ 10, PG, St. Pius Catholic); Brian Ginty (6’ 3, SG, Mt. Pisgah); JeVaughn Sanchez (6’ 1, SG, Stone Mountain); Daniel Howell (6’ 3, Forward, Prince Avenue Christian); Damone Williams (6’ 6, Forward, St. Francis); Reid Olson (6’ 3, SG, Woodstock); Migel Ethridge (6’ 1, Gadsden City – AL); Austin Franklin (6’ 1, PG, St. Johns Country Day – FL) ; Keonte King (6’3, Wing, Woodland – Henry); Torrey Johnson (6’ 0 SG, Carrollton); Michael Barney (6’ 4, Wing East Paulding); Colin Perzella (6’ 4, Wing, Lambert); Austin Pearson (5’ 11, CG, Lakeview Academy); Ryan King (6’ 7, Forward, Allatoona);

Classes of 2013: Raekwon Reed (6’ 2, SG, Vidalia); Jay Wright (5’ 11, PG, Effingham County) ; Patrick Petty (5’ 11, SG, Jonesboro,); Greyson Arnold (6’ 4, SG, Calhoun); Amir Arabnia (6’ 2, SG, North Oconee) ; Elijah Blackmon (5’ 11, CG, Pensacola, FL);Beau Blackwell (5’ 10, CG, Creekview); AJ Lasante (6’ 6, Wing, Kolbe);Daniel Brooks (5’ 11, PG, Gordon Lee); DeAngelo Anthony (6’ 1, CG, Lovejoy); Brandon Cerezola (6’ 0, SG, McIntosh); Joe Chapman (5’ 6, PG, Northside Christian – FL); James Powell (6’ 3, SG, Harrison);

Classes of 2014: Avery Patterson (5’ 10, PG, Tri-Cities); Nick Masterson (6’ 5, SG, River Ridge); Ja’Davin Keith (6’ 0, PG, Cherokee);Roger Rickman (6’ 1, PG, Fellowship Christian); JB Charles (6’ 4, SG, Gilmer); Corey Tobin (6’ 4, SG, Woodland-Bartow); Samuel Harris (5’ 9, PG, Tampa Catholic – FL); Jack Shaghnessy (6’ 0, PG, Etowah); Ramel Thompkins (6’ 5, Forward, Vidalia)

2011 SEBA Atlanta Shootout (Event Review - Part I)

The 2011 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta Shootout was held on September 24th 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 9th year, was once again directed by SEBA Director Billy LoPresti and his stellar staff. This year's camp featured an excellent group of talented 2012, 2013, and 2014 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:

Derrico Peck (6’ 6, SG, Etowah, 2012)
Athletic and versatile guard prospect with tremendous potential. Has great length and footwork; can guardall 5 positions at the high school level. Has ability to be high impact player on both ends of the floor. Can handle the ball well for his size and is exceptional finisher, often punctuating drives with emphatic dunks. Mid range Jumper is solid; three point is inconsistent but improving. Good student with 3.7 gpa and above average test scores. Receiving heavy interest and/or holding offers from several Mid Major Division 1 programs.

Adonai Rogers (6’ 2, CG, Berkmar, 2012)
Explosive and wiry combo guard who impressed with his athleticism and scoring ability. Had stretches during camp where he took over the game and scored in bunches. As a scorer, has balanced approach as he is effective from all three scoring zones. Finishes very well in transition and above the rim. Has good body control. Will need to add some weight to slender frame for next level. All-Gwinnett County as a Junior; has transferred to Berkmar for senior season.

Richard Kelly (6’ 5, SG/SF, Douglas County, 2012)
Highly athletic wing prospect who showed out as one of the camp’s top overall prospects. Great leaper who plays above the rim. Consistently scored from all three levels throughout the day. Very good rebounder from wing spot. Needs to continue to focus on staying under control and not forcing action. Great attitude and plays with passion for the game. Averaged 16 ppg and 7 boards per game as Junior. Honor student with 3.8 GPA. Diamond in the rough; has a high ceiling with his best basketball certainly ahead of him.

Dee Washington (6’ 3, SG, Rabun Gap, 2012)
Very Athletic Guard with good strength and leaping ability. Demonstrated a well rounded offensive ability throughout the day; scoring off penetration, from outside, and in transition. Averaged 18 PPG and 6 rebounds as a Junior while being named All-Conference and All-State in North Carolina. Currently has Division I offers/heavy interest from a number of SoCon and Atlantic Sun programs.

Fineto “Andy” Lunguana (6’ 2, SG, Centennial, 2012)
Extremely athletic guard prospect with excellent upside. Has tremendous speed in open court which makes him very good in transition. Can shoot the outside jumper and attack the rim with equal effectiveness. Very good on ball defender and plays passing lanes well. All-Region in tough Region 6-AAAAA last season as a Junior. Has transferred to Centennial for Senior season.

Chukwudubem Okeke (6’ 8, Forward, Jonesboro, 2013)
Emerging big man with tremendous upside potential, he impressed many of the coaches in attendance with his combination of athleticism and length. Excellent finisher in and around the rim, throwing down several power dunks per game. Very good shot blocker, negating manydrive attempts from opponents. Current offensive skill set is limited; however, has only played organized ball for two years and has much room for growth. With continued development, could very well evolve into a highly sought after target at the Division I level.

Daniel Loudermilk (6’ 6, Forward, Mill Creek, 2012)
Long and Athletic Forward prospect who had a strong camp. Finishes well and plays above the rim. Had several impressive finishes in traffic. Exhibited pretty good mid-range jump shot and runs the floor well. Looks comfortable playing on wing and inside.

Derick Pope II (6’ 5, Wing, Grayson, 2012)
Slashing athlete who is very effective around the rim. Had one of the camp’s top dunks in traffic. Top notch rebounder, especially on the offensive end where he has knack for keeping ball active. Has athleticism to rebound, outlet, and run lane on break. Has long arms and is capable of guarding players 2-3 inches taller. Very good help side defender with shot blocking ability. Has solid mid-range jumper. Good work ethic. Elite Academic student with 3.5 gpa and 28 ACT score.

Tristen Harrell (6’ 1, PG, Dalton High, 2012)
Exciting Guard prospect with electric playmaking ability. Excellent leader on fast break; Sees the floor very well and was one of the best passers in camp; often delivering perfect assists to teammates for easy scores. Has very good ball handling ability. As a scorer, has well rounded game with above average outside shot and quickness to score in the paint. Has strong frame and size for point guard position. 1st Team All-Region and All-North Georgia as a Junior.

Nigel Jackson (6’ 7, Forward, St. Francis, 2012)
Developing big man prospect with excellent frame. Has solid perimeter skill set but will be more sought after as an forward operating in the paint. Is at his best operating from high post, where he is a threat to score or draw double team. Sees floor well and hit teammates cutting to basket on multiple occasions. Good rebounder and interior defender. Coachable and attentive to detail.

Brandon Grant (5’ 11, PG, Fayette County, 2012)
Good looking Point Guard with excellent quickness who can both distribute and score.Has strong midrange game and good ability to shoot the ball off the dribble. Leads the break well and has good floor leadership skills. Has long wingspan. Exhibits the confidence desired in a true PG.

Adam Dowell (6’ 3, SG, Lassiter, 2012)
Well rounded Shooting Guard with good size, frame, and fundamentals. Had an excellent day shooting the ball where he seemingly did not miss a three point attempt over the course of several games. Has quick release and can keep defense off balance by putting the ball on the floor. Plays with much intelligence and hustle. Top Notch student with 4.1 GPA and above average test scores. Good looking prospect for higher end academic programs .

Michael Pack (5’ 11, PG, Centennial, 2012)
Lightning quick, strong, and explosive, He has all of the physical tools desired in a prototypical Point Guard. Blew by defenders with his quick first step throughout the day, and knocked down the long jumper when given space. Initiates the fast break well and made good decisions with minimal turnovers. Will share backcourt at Centennial this season with his Identical twin brother Charles (see below).

Charles Pack (5’ 11, PG, Centennial, 2012)
The other half of the “Pack Twins”, Charles is an extremely quick, athletic, and physical playmaker. Very good penetrator and ball handler who routinely draws defense and dishes off for easy buckets. Equally skilled at finishing drives to the rim; has excellent body control and balance. Top notch on ball defender. Natural leader.

Abdulkareem Adekunle (6’ 5, Wing, Providence Christian, 2012)
Exceptional athlete who plays with a good motor; finishes very well and through contact. Cleaned the boards throughout the day and posted a double-double in each of his games. Very good running the lane on fast break, finishing with dunks and strong layups. Overall Offensive skill set is still developing; but he has all the necessary physical tools. Can be excellent defender at next level.Very coachable.

Jeremy Presley (5’ 11, PG, Harrison, 2012)
Crafty Point Guard with scorers mentality and exceptional three point shooting ability. Can shoot the lights out from deep range.Gets excellent separation from defender on pull up jumper and has quick release. Brings good poise as floor leader and understands “draw and kick” principles. Uses change of pace moves to his advantage. Had strong summer on AAU circuit, including 15 ppgand 4 apgat 17u AAU Nationals. Good student with 3.7 GPA that includes several AP classes

Link: Click Here for Part II of the Camp Review

Richard Kelly (6'5 Wing; 2012 Prospect)

Richard Kelly (6' 5", Wing, 2012)

Richard Kelly (6' 5, Wing, Douglas County High; 2012) had a terrific showing this past weekend as he helped the FCI Warriors claim the Championship of the 17U Big Shots Atlanta Tournament. Kelly is a highly athletic wing with strong upside potential. He averged 18 ppg and 7 rebounds on the weekend and brought the house down on multiple occasions with highlight reel dunks. He also showed the capacity to step up in the clutch, as his free throws in the closing seconds clinched  FCI's exciting Saturday evening victory over the Carolina Hornets (NC). Kelly, who is a native of Brooklyn - NY, is a very coachable and determined player who is improving at a rapid pace. Look for Kelly to be an attractive prospect in the Peach State's crop of 2012 prospects.

2011 SEBA College Showcase (Review - Part II)

Here is the second part of the Camp review from the 2011 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) College Showcase held on March 26th in Atlanta, Ga.

Link: Click here for Part I of the camp review

Additional Camp Standouts

(Listed in no particular order)

Clayton Williams (6’0, PG, North Gwinnett, 2011) – Skilled player who exhibited a well-rounded game. Really seems to understand the point guard position and making those around him better. All-Gwinnett County and All-Region selection.

Richard Kelly (6’ 5, Wing, Douglas County; 2012) - Long and bouncy wing player with tremendous upside potential. Does very well in transition game; has great vertical leap allowing him to finishes well above the rim with dunks. Needs to continue to improve offensive skills in half court set. With continued development and added upper body strength, he could very well evolve into an attractive target for Division I programs

Cy Cole (6’ 4, SG, Tabb – Virginia; 2011) - Complete player with good grasp of fundamentals; handles ball well and uses screens effectively. Good shooting touch and can finish in the paint. Has ability to successfully post up smaller defenders.

Myles Whitehurst (6’ 4, Wing, Montgomery Catholic – Alabama; 2011) – Long and athletic wing with good upside potential. Finishes very well at the rim. Good rebounder. Player whose current overall game is somewhat raw, but whose best ball is certainly ahead of him.

Michael Brooks (5’ 6, PG, Cedar Grove, 2011) – The smallest player in the camp but certainly one of the fastest. Is a blur with the ball and was able to penetrate at will throughout the day, dishing for assists or converting his own drives over much taller opponents. Plays with good poise and intensity.

Aquavius Young (5’ 10, PG, Cedar Grove, 2012) – The other part of Cedar Grove’s lightning quick backcourt, Young is a pure scoring threat who creates extremely well off the dribble. Has a vast array of dribble moves, combined with above average quickness. Creates good separation on pull up jumper. Averaged 19 PPG as a Junior.

Jordan Kinney (6’ 7, Forward, Harrison; 2011) – Late blooming forward who had a strong showing at camp. Played on strong H.S. team with much talent and depth; looked to embrace opportunity to be “go to” post option for camp team. Shot a high percentage throughout the day on a variety of post moves. For his size, he has above average shooting touch from 15-18 feet. Crashed offensive boards hard and showed ability to run floor. Stellar student with 4.0 gpa and 1180 SAT.

Jessie Jenkins (6’ 2, SF, Locust Grove, 2011) - Tough player who plays with a quiet but strong intensity. Brings many intangibles to table; the type of “glue guy” successful teams tend to have. Rebounds very well for his size. Has excellent leaping ability that sneaks up on opponents; can slash through lane and unexpectedly threw down power dunks in traffic. Top notch student with 3.7 GPA.

Randall Smith (5’ 10, PG, Archer, 2013) – Despite being one of the camp’s youngest players, Smith stepped up to the occasion with excellent all-around guard play. Has playmaking ability and court awareness above his years. Has ability to be a top notch guard in Georgia’s Class of 2013.

Labron Glover (6’ 0, PG, Claxton, 2012) – Good looking 2012 guard prospect. Excellent penetrator and setup man. Finishes well at the rim and on the break. True competitor who brings intensity each possession. Named Region “Player of Year” as a Junior.

Jeffrey Nobles (6’ 4, Wing, Centennial, 2011) – Prospect who played well and raised stock throughout the day. Has good length and wingspan. Has inside-out capabilities; displays versatility to score around rim all the way out to beyond the arc. Defensively played very well, blocking a number of shots and deflecting passes. Added upper body strength will allow him to take his game to a higher level and reach full potential.

Ryann Green (6’ 2, PG, Bannekar, 2011) – Versatile and all around successful guard with good size and length. Does a variety of things well and is the type of player who can fill up stat sheet in many categories. Sees the floor very well. Above average student in classroom.

Austin Biggs (6’ 7, Forward, Johns Creek, 2011) – Versatile forward with good size who had a good camp performance. Demonstrated good footwork in skills stations and back to the basket moves. Is comfortable in “pick and pop” situation and has range extending out to three point land. Impressed with willingness to battle underneath, as well as fight for loose balls, take charges, etc.

Jeremy Presley (5’ 10, PG, Harrison, 2012) – Lead guard with potential to put up points in bunches. Very good three-point shooter who can create shot off the dribble. Did good job of drawing defense off drive and kicking out to open teammate. Good intangibles and plays to win.     

Simeon Dennis (6’ 3, CG, Central Gwinnett; 2012) – Combo guard with good size who can score in a variety of different ways. Strong mid- range capabilities. Had a strong junior campaign averaging 18 PPG.  

Larry Thomas (6’ 1, SG, Langston Hughes; 2011) – Good outside shooter and scorer who can fill up the scorebook. Strong pull up jump shot off one dribble. Has effective floater uses when driving the lane. Named All-Metro and All-State Honoree this past season.

Rodrick Robinson (6’ 6, Forward, Bartow – Florida; 2011) – Aggressive and hard-nosed power forward with good athleticism. Battles on board and competes in the trenches. Can get out on break, run the floor, and finish with dunk on other end.

Alex Anderson (6’ 1, CG, McIntosh, 2011) – Strong guard with above average athleticism, who excels on both ends of floor. Has well rounded offensive skill set. Gets good dribble separation when creating shot. Good defender both on the ball and in passing lanes. Has type of game that should transition well to the next level. Very coachable and team orientated. First Team All-Region and All-County Selection this past season.

Ben Blythe (6’5, Forward, Pope, 2012) – Strong and active forward who defends the post very well. Has good arsenal of post moves with back to basket while also being effective facing the rim on wing. Has  three point range. Plays hard and with good intensity. Elite level academic credentials with 3. 8 GPA and 1280 SAT.

Taylor Birchett (6’ 4, SG, Roswell, 2012) - Excellent shooter with good size and fundamentals. Has the ability to light it up from beyond the arc. Uses screens very well to get open and get off quick shot. Has effective floater when slicing through the paint, as well as pull back jumper allowing him to shoot over defenders.

Jerry Coleman (6’ 2, Wing/Forward Central Gwinnett, 2011) – Tough and athletic forward who plays 3 or 4 inches bigger than his height. Has good physical strength and leaping ability. Excellent rebounder. First Team All-County Selection for Gwinnett County.

Aaron Fisher (6’ 8, Forward, Savannah Jenkins, 2011) – Forward prospect who could be a player to evaluate for programs looking to sign a forward this spring. As can often be the case in camp settings, big men need to pull down offensive rebounds and run the floor to get significant touches. Fisher did this well as well as providing solid interior defense in the paint (blocking and altering shots). Also showed pretty decent shooting touch.   

Joey Courseault (5’ 7, PG, Tucker, 2012) – Spark plug lead guard who was one of the top assist leaders in camp. Has excellent quickness and pure point guard mentality. Demonstrated ability and desire to pick up his man full court and play excellent pressure defense. Strong academic credentials in classroom.

Vantrail Commings (6’ 3, Wing, Douglas County, 2012) – Well rounded and very physical- strong player. Plays game with tremendous intensity and Warrior mentality. Excellent rebounder from wing position. Sees floor and passing opportunities extremely well. Averaged an impressive 17 PPG and 12 rebounds per game for Douglas County this past season as a Junior.

A’Darius Porter (6’ 6, Forward, Woodland, 2011) - Strong and powerfully built forward. Good rebounder on both ends. Finishes strong and has nice touch around the rim. Overall game has improved significantly in past year, especially in his ability to shoot the mid-range jumper consistently. Has ability to pull rebound and initiate the fast break off dribble. Had good senior campaign while averaging 15 ppg.

Anthony Pronin (6’ 4, SG, Lake Ginninderra – Australia; 2011) – Australian player with aspirations of playing college ball here in the States. Exhibited a balanced and fundamental game at the shooting guard position. Physically strong; allows him to body up and finish well around the rim. Shoots the ball well from beyond the arc. Competes at the highest level of Amateur National play in Australia. Full NCAA qualifier with 22 ACT.

Honorable Mention Players

(Listed in no particular order)

Class of 2011: Garrison Webb (6’ 1, SG, Druid Hills); Avonte Hall (6’ 2, Wing, Duluth); Kameron Russell (6’ 5, Forward, Parkview); Jaihlen Teague (6’ 1, CG, Middletown – Ohio); Jordan Shaw (6’ 3, PG, Pickens); Rashod Lovett (6’ 1, CG, Claxton); Earl Farnum (6’ 4, Wing, Langston Hughes); Cole Arrington (6’ 6, Forward, St. Francis);  Jamal Watson (5’ 11, PG, Harrison); Joseph Neiner (6’ 3, SG, Pinecrest Academy); Peter Hage (6’ 1, SG, Providence Christian); Riley Sparks (6’ 4, Wing, Heritage – Catoosa); Darius Frazier (6’ 1, CG, Conway – South Carolina); Larry Williams (5’ 9, PG, Wolfson – FL); Kevin Haynes (6’ 0, PG, South Gwinnett); Jamarques McDowell (6’ 3, SF, Central Gwinnett); Justin Green (6’ 5, Forward, Lovejoy); Cameron Rodriguez (5’ 11, CG, Effingham County); Sean Overstreet (6’ 3, SG, Jacksonville Episcopal – FL); Babila Lima II (6’ 1, CG, South Forsyth); Avery Patterson (6’ 1, SG, Alexander);  Dominique Lindsey (5’ 10, PG, Sandy Creek); Valiant Taqi (6’ 8, Forward, Johns Creek); Rashad Greene (5’ 9, PG, Tri-Cities); Andres Chaparro (6’ 0, PG, Soutland Academy); Jose Hernandez (6’ 3, Wing, Southland Academy); Isaiah Wise (6’ 4, Wing, Paulding County); Coby Moore (6’ 3, Wing, Sandy Creek); Bruce McClain (5’ 11, PG, Sandalwood – FL); Titus Lamb (6’ 6, Wing, Westlake); Damiane Falconer (6’ 2, SG, Dunnellon – FL);  Josh Johnson (6’ 0, PG, Mt. Paran); Cedric Strickland (6’ 2, SF, Bowdon); Shaquille Carlyle (5’ 8, PG, North Paulding); Ricky Gibbs (6’ 2, PG, East Jackson); Jamier Hughes (6’ 2, SG, Cross Keys)

Classes of 2012 & 2013: Justin Gonyea (6’ 2, PG, Hayesville – NC, 2012); Subby Adetujoye (6’ 4, Wing, Harrison, 2012); Max Eaton (6’ 7, Forward, Admiral Farragut – FL, 2012); Michael Pack (5’ 10, PG, Centennial, 2012); Charles Pack (5’ 10, PG, Centennial, 2012); Evan Jacks (6’ 1, SG, Northview, 2012); Sam Heery (6’0, PG, Frederica Academy, 2012); J.B. Stephens (6’ 4, Wing, Bowdon, 2012);  Lekeigh McQuillan (5’ 9, PG, Fletcher – FL); Shaquille Davis (6’ 3, Wing, Paulding County, 2012); John DePalma (6’ 6, Forward, Pinecrest Academy, 2012); Brandon Goodson (6’ 0, SG, Dacula; 2013); Nick Graff (6’ 6, Forward, South Forsyth, 2012); Jeremy Mogged (6’ 2, SG, East Lake- FL, 2012)

Post Grad: Matt Porter (6’ 7, Forward, Pope); Chris Bellamy (6’ 2, Forward, Claxton); Te’Quiero Copeland (6’ 6, Forward, Mt. Zion); David Wagner (6’ 7, Wing, East Paulding)

2011 SEBA College Showcase (Review - Part I)

The Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) held their 2011 Atlanta College Showcase on March 26th at Oglethorpe University. The Annual Event, now in its 6th year, has established itself as one of the nation's largest exposure camps for unsigned seniors and post grads looking to receive college scholarships and playing opportunities at the next level. This year's camp featured a bevy of talented and available prospects from Georgia and nine other states. The opportunity for exposure was certainly there for the players, as the Oglethorpe facility was packed with NCAA Division II, III, NAIA, and Junior college coaches throughout the day.

All of the players in attendance participated in skill stations for the first part of the camp. They then progressed to to the scrimmage portion of the camp, where each team played three games throughout the day. The Camp concluded with a Top 30 All-Star Game, as chosen by the scouts and coaches in attendance.

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

Camp’s Elite Performers (Super 15)


(Note: Players Listed in random order)

Thomas Higginbotham (5’ 10, PG, Brookwood; 2011)
Impressive Point guard with good quickness, tight handle, and the ability to score himself or set the stage for others. Exhibited a very consistent pull up jumper off the dribble. Sees floor well and delivers passes right on the mark. On ball defense is above average. Seems to possess all the qualities which will allow him to competently step up and play the lead guard position at the college level. One of the top guards in talent rich Gwinnett County the past two seasons.

Trevor Berkeley (6’ 6, Wing, Tucker; 2011)
Good looking prospect with ability to score both inside and on the perimeter. Has good three point range and was consistent with jumper throughout the day. Showed ability to clean the boards, especially on offensive end. Legit double-double player on most nights. Strong leadership skills.

Rob Greer (5’ 10, Point Guard, Marietta; 2011)
Quick lead guard with great first step; that and strong build allows him to repeatedly get into the lane off penetration. Was a tough matchup for defenders throughout camp as three point shot was “on” throughout the day. Tough competitor who looks to enjoy being floor general and making big plays for his team when necessary.

Jordan Enadaghe (6’ 3, Shooting Guard, Jonesboro; 2011)
One of the more intriguing prospects in attendance; he has the ability to contribute as an excellent defender and offensive slasher at the next level. Drives baseline really well and gets to the rim quick. Not afraid to attack defensive with athletic drives to the rim. Converted the three pointers he attempted. Has the physical makings to be a lock down defender. Key player in Jonesboro High’s advancement to Georgia AAAA Final Four.

Stantavious Maxwell (6’ 3, Wing, Madison County; 2011)
Very athletic and physically strong wing player who creates his own offense well. Excellent rebounder from the wing position; has very good reactions and quick jump, relentless on offensive glass. Solid mid-range game. Can be terrific defender at college level. Averaged 19 ppg and 13 boards this past season at Madison County.

Arkaylus Thomas (6’ 0, PG, Pearl-Cohn, Tennessee; 2011)
One of the camp’s top overall prospects. Complete Guard with high scoring-playmaking ability. Has athleticism to get to the rack with the ability to also score often from the outside. Has excellent body control and smoothness to his game; plays under control. 1000 point career scorer at Nashville’s Pearl-Cohn High.

Larrentis Thomas (6’4, Wing, Henry County; 2011)
Well rounded and versatile player who had strong senior season (averaged 20 ppg and 10 rpg). Can score in a variety of ways; is most effective around the rim but has pretty good mid-range jumper. Needs to continue to improve range out to three-point area. Runs floor well. Has ability to attack defense and finish with authority. Very active inside and is excellent rebounder for his size.

Daniel Salomon (6’ 8, Forward, Admiral Farragut, Florida; 2011)
Developing Post player with good size and length. Looked comfortable on the low block and facing the basket. Has fairly good agility for his size and touch around the hoop. Blocked a few shots and altered several more while we were observing. Demonstrated good instincts. Will need to put on some weight/strength for next level. Could make for a worthy target for programs looking to sign a big man with upside this spring (especially for higher end academic schools as he has a 3.5 and good test scores).       

Fineto "Andy" Lunguana (6’ 2, CG, West Forsyth; 2012)
High potential combo guard, one of the best 2012 players in attendance. Very active and explosive player who gets to rim and utilizes his athleticism and strength to finish consistently. Exhibited good looking shooting stroke from three point range. Can finish above the rim. Very coachable young player with great future.

Zac Hale (6’ 4, SG, Coosa; 2011)
Intriguing prospect at the two guard spot. Jumps very well as evidenced by several emphatic dunks throughout the day (including impressive two hander in traffic on opening play of Top 30 All-Star game). Has nice touch on jumper and knocked down three point shot throughout the day. Looks to be a player who will continue to develop and has much upside.

Larry “LJ” Erves (6’ 4, Wing, Fayette County; 2011)
Athletic and powerful wing that plays with a good motor. Attacks the basket very aggressively on penetration and finishes well. Has the strength to play thru contact and convert shot. Excellent defender with versatility to guard every position at the high school level. Is good at running the lane on the break as well pushing the ball up himself. Further development of jumper will make him into a difficult matchup for opposing defenses.  

Dante Campbell (6’ 4, Forward, Stockbridge; 2011)
Wing player with inside-out capability that had a terrific senior season (averaged 23 ppg, 8 rebounds and 5 assists per game) on way to numerous honors/awards, including First Team All-State in Georgia’s Class AAA. Campbell is a very effective scorer inside 15 feet and has significantly improved his range out to three point land. Hard nosed defender inside who uses excellent physical strength to control paint. Playing ability combined with Top notch academic credentials (3.8 GPA and 26 ACT score) should make him an attractive target prior to spring signing period.

Cyrus Lavant (6’ 1, CG, North Gwinnett; 2011)
Explosive combo guard with tremendous athleticism. Has scorer’s mentality and prefers to use quick step to drive in the paint and create. Excellent finisher who has the ability to finish way above the rim. Has good court vision. Solid midrange and three point shot. Has all the physical attributes to be a very good guard at the next level. Needs to continue to learn finer points of the lead guard position as well as improve movement without the ball. High upside potential.

Jordan Nelson (6’ 3, Wing, Union Grove; 2011)
Athletic wing prospect that has significantly improved his skillset and consistently added to his offensive repertoire over the past 18 months. Was previously reliant on natural athleticism to produce on the offensive end. However, has developed a good looking pull up jumper to compliment ever improving ball handling skills. Very effective attacking the rim and either converting shot or drawing foul. Will be able to defend a variety of positions and players at the next level. Excellent rebounder from guard spot. Very coachable; 3.4 GPA and 23 ACT score.

Corbyn Moye (6’ 2 Winchendon Prep, Massachusetts; 2011)
Guard prospect with college ready game and body; has used year of Prep School to fine tune his game and has improved significantly. Showed out as one of the top overall guards in attendance, he is a solid all-around guard with good handle, excellent passing skills, and ability to put points on the board. Very good mid-range shooter. Demonstrated quarterback mentality and floor leadership. Plays with intensity and enthusiasm for the game.

Additional Camp Standouts  posted in 2nd Report

Belin Leads St. Peter's to MAAC Title and Big Dance

SEBA Alum Jeron Belin scored 17 points as St. Peter's defeated Iona 62-57 to win the MAAC championship Monday, and in turn, securing an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament. This is the first NCAA birth for St. Peter's in the past 16 years (since 1995). Belin was named the Tournament MVP for his tremendous performance.

Congrats Jeron and we'll be looking forward to seeing you in the Big Dance! 

SEBA Players Shine in Region 5-AAAAA Semi-Final Matchup

Last night's 5-AAAAA Region Semi-Final game saw Wheeler and Lassiter do battle for the right to advance to the Region Championship Game. Two SEBA Players led the charge for each respective team as Chris Longoria led Wheeler with 21 points and Adam Dowell paced Lassiter with 19 points. Longoria (6' 3, SG, 2011) is a versatile and skilled guard who has a well rounded offensive arsenal. Dowell (6' 2, SG, 2012) is a very good outside shooter with toughness and a smart basketball IQ.

Check out the article below for a recap of the game:

Link: Wheeler pulls away in Fourth


  

Date Set for 2011 SEBA Atlanta Spring College Showcase

The 2011 Atlanta Spring College Showcase, presented by the Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA), will be held March 26th on the campus of Oglethorpe University.


This Annual SEBA Event, now in its 6th year, is one of the nation's most highly regarded spring basketball exposure camps for Unsigned Seniors (2011 grads) aspiring to play college basketball. The camp is also open to Juniors from the Class of 2012, and Class of 2013 (Sophomores) who played varsity ball this season, as well as Post Grad Players and JUCO Sophs looking to move on to a Four Year College. Players not invited directly by the SEBA staff should have the recommendation of their school or travel ball coach.

Many of the Top NCAA Division II, III, NAIA, and JUCO College Programs throughout the South will be in attendance to evaluate prospects. Several recruiting publications will also be covering the event. Over 50+ College coaches attended last year's camp, resulting in numerous college opportunities for the players in attendance. The Georgia College Basketball Coaches Association (GABCA) will be holding their annual Spring Meeting and Social in conjunction with this camp.

The event will consist 5-on5 Full Court Scrimmages (3 Game minimum), skills stations, Senior and Underclassman All-Star Games. All players with also receive a profile in the College Coaches Packet and receive SEBA Reversible Jersey.
Interested Players should visit the SEBA website for registration information

Link: http://www.southeastbasketballacademy.com/

Jordan Nelson (2011; SG; Union Grove H.S.).

Jordan Nelson (2011; 6' 3"; SG; Union Grove) is having a strong senior season for Union Grove High School. The wiry and highly athletic wing guard is a player with  excellent upside potential whose best basketball is definitely ahead of him. Nelson arrived on the radar of several college programs this past summer while playing for the F.C.I. Warriors at the AAU Super Showcase in Orlando. He also enjoyed a good showing on the Fall Camp Circuit.

Here is some highlight footage of Jordan: