Date Announced for 2013 SEBA Atlanta College Showcase Camp

The 2013 Atlanta Spring College Showcase, presented by the Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA), will be held March 23rd on the campus of Oglethorpe University.

This Annual SEBA Event, now in its 8th year, is one of the nation's most highly regarded spring basketball exposure camps for Unsigned Seniors (2013 grads) aspiring to play college basketball. The camp is also open to Juniors from the Class of 2014, and Class of 2015 (Sophomores) who played varsity ball this season, as well as Prep-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 65+ 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 of 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

Kell's Bryant Scores 50 Pts; grabs 35 rebounds in record night



Grant Bryant accepts Player of Game Award from SEBA Director William LoPresti at the SEBA Atlanta Hoop Festival.


Kell High School's Grant Bryant (6' 7", Forward, 2014) had an outstanding performance on Tuesday evening, scoring 50 points and pulling down 35 rebounds in the Longhorns 94-93 victory over Osborne.

Here is a link to article detailing the record performance which set new school records:  http://www.mdjonline.com/view/full_story_sports/21361465/article-Kell%E2%80%99s%E2%80%88Bryant-looks-back-on-record-night?instance=secondary_story_left_column

Bryant was recently named "Most Outstanding Player" in the SEBA Atlanta Hoop Festival played over the Christmas Break. He also participated with his Kell teamates in the SEBA Atlanta Fall League played in the Pre-Season months.

This young man has excellent potential and has the chance to be a top notch player at the next level. Keep working hard Grant!

Early is a Rising Star for Wichita State


Cleanthony Early is doing extremely well is his first year at Wichita State. The SEBA Alum is currently leading the Shockers in scoring and is second in rebounding. Wichita State is undefeated at 7-0, including wins over Deapul and Iowa. Cleanthony is the cousin of SEBA Coach James Davis. He came down to Atlanta from New York in 2009 to be a part of Southeast Basketball Academy. He played two years at Sullivan Community College in New York, where he was twice named an NJCAA Division III Player of Year. He then signed with Wichita State after receiving over a dozen Division I offers. Congrats Cleanthony and keep up the great work!

Kam Belin Leads Youngstown to upset win over Georgia

SEBA Alum Kamren Belin led Youngstown State to last night's upset over Georgia. (picture courtesy of AP)   


Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Alum Kamren Belin scored 17 points and pulled down 7 rebounds in Youngstown State's 68-56 upset victory over Georgia in the first round of the Legends Classic. It was a big win for the Youngstown program made even sweeter for Belin as he returned to his home state. Youngstown is now 2-0 on the season.

Kam was involved with SEBA programs throughout his middle and high school years in Atlanta; including numerous SEBA Exposure Camps. He signed with Cowley Community College in Kansas out of Walton High School. After two strong years at Cowley, he inked with Youngstown and is making an immediate impact. Congrats Kam!  
 

Pope tops Douglas County to win SEBA Fall League Title

The 2012 Southeast Basketball Academy (SEBA) Atlanta Fall League concluded this past weekend with its end of season playoff tournament. The 4th edition of the League was a complete success as it provided all ten teams organized competiton and the opportunity to prepare for the start of the upcoming high school season. The League Championship Game featured the number one seeded (and defending Champion) Douglas County Tigers versus the Greyhounds of Pope High School.

Brothers TJ Hutchins (left) and Chase Hutchins led
Pope to the SEBA Fall League Championship

Douglas County, who enjoyed a perfect 8-0 record coming into the Title Game, knocked off a relentless Blessed Trinity squad in the first Semi-Final by a score of 57-48. In the second Semi-Final, Pope pulled out a 48-44 victory over a tough Creekview squad in a well played contest.

While Pope came into the game as a definite underdog, somebody forgot to tell that to the Greyhounds as they came out very hot and jumped out to an early lead.  Pope's was led by the outstanding contributions of the Hutchins brothers. Senior T.J. Hutchins (6' 5, Forward; 2013) provided excellent play on both ends of the floor, scoring 12 first half points and playing strong interior defense. Standout Sophomore Chase Hutchins (6' 2, PG, 2015) ran the offense very well, scoring and distributing while calmly handling Douglas County's defensive pressure.

Douglas County countered with several comeback runs behind the play of Senior Jalen Thornton (6' 0, CG, 2013) and Sophomore K'Ja Johnson (6' 3, CG, 2015). However, Pope continued to answer the call and proved that this was going to be their day as they continued their fine play and never looked back, winning by the final score of 64-50. Pope's Andrew Mendell (17 points) and Devo Bizzard (14 points) played a big role in the Pope victory. TJ Hutchins finished with 14 points and 7 rebounds. Chase Hutchins scored 15 points and had 6 assists.  Jalen Thornton led Douglas County with 15 points and K'Ja Johnson scored 12 points.

2012 SEBA Atlanta Fall League Champions 

Additional Notes / Observations:

• Douglas County graduated four standout seniors off last year's 26 win team that are now playing college basketball. While this year's team will be inexperienced; Coach Joby Boydstone has alot of young talent to work with and the future is very bright. Despite their youth; Look for the Tigers to be right in the mix for a Region 3-AAAAAA crown. 
• Pope will also have a host of younger players stepping into new roles this year; however, they have excellent chemistry and will be very well coached under Pat Abney. Look for them to make noise in a well balanced Region 7-AAAAA.      
• The Championship Game featured Two 2015 Prospects with excellent potential. Pope's Chase Hutchins is a skilled guard with good size who can get to the rim and has a very impressive court awareness for a young player. Johnson is gifted athlete who attacks the rim very well and has excellent body control. With continued development both players have a chance to be among the top guard prospects in Georgia's 2015 class.  

2012 SEBA Atlanta All-Star Shootout (Video)

Highlight video profiling the 2012 SEBA Atlanta All-Star Shootout held September 15th on the campus of Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, Georgia. The Event featured 180 College prospects from throughout the East Coast and the facility was full of College Coaches evaluating prospective recruits. Information on future camps can be found at http://www.southeastbasketballacademy.com

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)