The 14U Pools and Schedules are listed below. We tried to make the event comfortable for everyone but it’s not an easy process. Please follow the schedule and make sure you are present 15 minutes before each. This will be the final schedule except if it’s error on our report.
Pool K1. Keystone Blazers2. Trenton Hurricanes3. Shooting StarsPool L1. Hoop Heaven2. Delaware's Finest3. Team Nelson Pool M1. PPY Pirates Elite 2. JS Fliers3. Asbury Park Rec.Pool N1. NY Panthers2. F.A.C.E.S3. BHC BEARCATSSaturday December 27th
10:00 AM K1-K2 (CT4)
11:10 AM L1-L2 (CT4)
12:20 PM K1-K3 (CT4)
1:30 PM L1-L3 (CT4)
2:40 PM K2-K3 (CT4)
3:50 PM L2-L3 (CT4)
5:00 PM M1-M2 (CT2)
6:10 PM N1-N2 (CT2)
7:20 PM M1-M3 (CT2)
8:30 PM N1-N3 (CT2)
Sunday December 28th
9:00 AM M2-M3 (CT3)
9:00 AM N2-N3 (CT4)
11:20 AM 3rd Place K vs. 3rd Place L (CT1)
11:20 AM 3rd Place M vs. 3rd Place N (CT2)
1:40 PM 1st K vs. 2nd L (CT1)
1:40 PM 1st L vs. 2nd K (CT2)
4:00 PM 1st M vs. 2nd N (CT1)
4:00 PM 1st N vs. 2nd M (CT4)
5:10 PM Pool K & L Semifinal (CT3)
6:20 PM Pool M & N Semifinal (CT3)
8:30 PM 14 U Championship (CT2) CT1- Lakewood High School Court 1 (Left Side of Gym)
CT2- Lakewood High School Court 2 (Middle Court)
CT3- Lakewood High School Court 3 (Right Side of Gym)
CT4- Lakewood Middle School (Next Building Over)
The 13U Pools and Schedules are listed below. We tried to make the event comfortable for everyone but it’s not an easy process. Please follow the schedule and make sure you are present 15 minutes before each. This will be the final schedule except if it’s error on our report.
Pool I
1. Team Nelson
2. NJ Pirates
3. Team Scan
4. PYO All Stars
Pool J
1. JSL Hoops
2. Team Underrated
3. Linden Ballers
4. Delaware Finest
Saturday December 27th
5:00 PM I1-I2 (CT3)
5:00 PM I3-I4 (CT4)
6:10 PM J1-J2 (CT3)
6:10 PM J3-J4 (CT4)
7:20 PM I1-I3 (CT3)
7:20 PM I2-I4 (CT4)
8:30 PM J1-J3 (CT3)
8:30 PM J2-J4 (CT4)
Sunday December 28th
10:10 AM I1-I4 (CT3)
10:10 AM I2-I3 (CT4)
11:20 AM J1-J4 (CT3)
11:20 AM J2-J3 (CT4)
6:20 PM 1ST I vs. 2nd J Semifinal (CT1)
6:20 PM 1ST J vs. 2nd I Semifinal (CT2)
8:40 PM 13U Championship (CT3)CT1- Lakewood High School Court 1 (Left Side of Gym)
CT2- Lakewood High School Court 2 (Middle Court)
CT3- Lakewood High School Court 3 (Right Side of Gym)
CT4- Lakewood Middle School (Next Building Over)
The 12U Pools and Schedules are listed below. We tried to make the event comfortable for everyone but it’s not an easy process. Please follow the schedule and make sure you are present 15 minutes before each. This will be the final schedule except if it’s error on our report.
Pool E
1. Harvest Knights
2. NJ Pirates
3. Playtime Basketball
Pool F
1. Linden Ballers
2. Bayshore Bulldogs
3. The City
Pool G
1. F.A.C.E.S.
2. Team Underrated
3. Jameson Basketball
Pool H
1. Gauchos
2. Philly Aztecs
3. Mid Jersey Heat
Saturday December 27th
10:00 AM E1-E2 (CT2)
11:10 AM F1-F2 (CT2)
12:20 PM E1-E3 (CT2)
1:30 PM F1-F3 (CT2)
2:40 PM E2-E3 (CT2)
3:50 PM F2-F3 (CT2)
5:00 PM G1-G2 (CT1)
6:10 PM H1-H2 (CT1)
7:20 PM G1-G3 (CT1)
8:30 PM H1-H3 (CT1)
Sunday December 28th
9:00 AM H2-H3 (CT1)
9:00 AM G2-G3 (CT2)
12:30 PM 3rd Place E vs. 3rd Place F (CT3)
12:30 PM 3rd Place G vs. 3rd Place H (CT4)
2:50 PM 1st E vs. 2nd F (CT1)
2:50 PM 1st F vs. 2nd E (CT2)
2:50 PM 1st G vs. 2nd H (CT3)
2:50 PM 1st H vs. 2nd G (CT4)
5:10 Pool E vs. Pool F Semifinal (CT1)
5:10 Pool H vs. Pool G Semifinal (CT2)
7:30 12U Championship (CT2)
CT1- Lakewood High School Court 1 (Left Side of Gym)
CT2- Lakewood High School Court 2 (Middle Court)
CT3- Lakewood High School Court 3 (Right Side of Gym)
CT4- Lakewood Middle School (Next Building Over)
The 11U Pools and Schedules are listed below. We tried to make the event comfortable for everyone but it’s not an easy process. Please follow the schedule and make sure you are present 15 minutes before each game. This will be the final schedule except if it’s error on our part.
Pool A
1. F.A.C.E.S
2. Mid Jersey Heat
3. On Point Cyclones
Pool B
1. KBR Raptors
2. Team Ron Artest
3. Team Underrated
Pool C
1. Team Battle
2. South Jersey Blitz
3. Bay State Magic
Pool D
1. Gauchos
2. Delaware’s Finest
3. PTS Pistons
Saturday December 27th
10:00 AM A1-A2 (CT1)
10:00 AM C1-C2 (CT3)
11:10 AM B1-B2 (CT1)
11:10 AM D1-D2 (CT3)
12:20 PM A1-A3 (CT1) 12:20 PM C1-C3 (CT3)
1:30 PM B1-B3 (CT1)
1:30 PM D1-D3 (CT3)
2:40 PM A2-A3 (CT1)
2:40 PM C2-C3 (CT3)
3:50 PM B2-B3 (CT1)
3:50 PM D2-D3 (CT3)
Sunday December 28th
10:10 AM 3rd Place A vs. 3rd Place B (CT1)
10:10 AM 3rd Place C vs. 3rd Place D (CT2)
12:30 PM 1st Place A vs. 2nd Place B (CT1)
12:30 PM 1st Place B vs. 2nd Place A (CT2)
1:40 PM 1st Place C vs. 2nd Place D (CT3)
1:40 PM 1st Place D vs. 2nd Place C (CT4)
4:00 PM Pool A vs. Pool B Semifinal (CT3)
4:00 PM Pool C vs. Pool D Semifinal (CT2)
7:30 PM 11U Championship (CT3)
CT1- Lakewood High School Court 1 (Left Side of Gym)
CT2- Lakewood High School Court 2 (Middle Court)
CT3- Lakewood High School Court 3 (Right Side of Gym)
CT4- Lakewood Middle School (Next Building Over)
Before the schedules are released we would like to go over the rules and regulations for this event. These guidelines were released to help prevent any conflict before or during this event.
Refunds: There will be no refunds for any team pulling out of this event.
Forfeits: Forfeits will be enforced to keep the games on time. Any teams that purposely forfeits because of non pool advancement will not be allowed to enter any other Basketball Spotlight Events.
Playing Times: All Games Use Stop Clocks
11U Division- 2 (12 Minute Halves)
12U Division- 2 (13 Minute Halves)
13U Division- 2 (14 Minute Halves)
14U Division- 2 (14 Minute Halves)
Fouls:
Foul Out- 5 Fouls
1-1 Bonus- 10 Fouls
Double Bonus- 13 Fouls
Game Time and Grace Period:
Each Team is responsible of being at the gym at least 15 minutes before their scheduled game. There will be no grace period allowed for any games. There will only be a 5 minute warm up time before the game and 2 minutes at halftime.
Time Outs:
There will two full timeouts a half (4 per game) for each team. No carry over and no 30 seconds time outs.
Uniforms: Each Team must have two sets of uniforms (light and dark).
Mercy Rule:
If a team is ahead by 20 points or more with 2 minutes remaining in the contest the game will be called at that point. The team ahead by 20 will be awarded the victory.
Player Ejections:
Any player ejected from a game will be suspended the next game. Any player involved in or ejected for fighting will be suspended the remainder of the tournament.
Birth Certificates:
All teams must have birth certificates for each player on their roster in case of a challenge. Each team will be allowed 3 grade exceptions.
Challenges: Must be made before the game and will cost the challenging team $60.
Daily Admissions: $5 (No Weekend Passes)- Only Two Coaches and 1 Stat Person admitted free.
Tie Breaker Criteria (In Order):
1. Won-Loss Record
2. Head to Head Competition
3. Point System (Margin Of Victory)- Any team winning by more than 15 points will only be rewarded 15 points for the victory. So if you win by 20 points you still will be rewarded only 15 points.
4. Least Amount of Points allowed in Pool Play
5. Coin Flip
PLEASE HAVE A COPY OF YOUR ROSTER, BIRTH CERTICATES AND THESE RULES ON HAND DURING THE TOURNAMENT.
The Basketball Spotlight Holiday Classic “Grand Finale Of 08” is at its capacity. We would like to thank everyone for their continued support. The schedule and other important details will be listed shortly. If your team name is not listed you are not in this tournament. No Exceptions.
Name: Will Joyce
Position: Forward
HT: 6’3
Hometown: Newark, NJ
AAU Team: PPY Pirates Elite
Strengths: Joyce is long wiry and at times can dominate a game on the glass and scoring in the lane. He runs the floor decent and uses his length to cause problems on both ends of the floor. His wingspan helps him get extra rebounds and allows him to score easier on put backs. It also helps him block shots regularly.
Areas of Improvement: Joyce needs to add some pounds because he will probably project as a power forward thus he needs to beef up for the bruising. In the same breath he will be a tough guard for some at that position because he does have quickness and isn’t afraid to step out and face the basket. Extra strength will also give him more control of his body and hopefully add to his conditioning.
Name: Dwayne Foreman Jr.
Position: Shooting Guard
HT: 6’2
Hometown: Spring Valley, NY
AAU Team: Playaz Basketball Club
Strengths: Foreman passes the look test. He’s long and some athleticism while also showing some good promise. DJ stretches out for easy lay ups and can score in bunches once he gets going. He handles the ball with confidence and has the mindset to make good decisions with the rock. Good Potential.
Areas of Improvement: Foreman must start by first improving his intensity on the floor. Sometimes he disappears and he’s too much of a talent for too occur. He also needs to improve his outside by working on his rotation and arch after his release. Right it’s too much of a line drive type shot. Finally some weight room action would help him improve his strength to absorb contact and hit the boards.
Name: Travis Procida
Position: Point Guard
HT: 5’11
Hometown: Paramus, NJ
AAU Team: Pocono Trailblazers
Strengths: Travis runs the point efficiently and sees the floor like many coaches want. He delivers the ball at the right places for teammates and can score the rock if needed. He also knows how to use his body and shield defenders that try to steal or stripe the ball.
Areas of Improvement: On the next level Travis can be a good player but he will have to increase his foot speed on both ends of the floor. Offensively he will need to get the rock up the floor quicker and improve his athleticism. Defensively increased speed will help him guard smaller quicker guards and disrupt opponent’s offensive plans.
Name: Shacore Edwards
Position: Shooting Guard
HT: 6’1
Hometown: Irvington, NJ
AAU Team: New Jersey Panthers
Strengths: Offensively Edwards is definitely a talent. He has the smoothness and feel for the game that should take him to the next level. He’s a bona-fide play maker and has the scoring prowess to take over any game. Once he gets going and finds his groove it’s hard to contain this youngster. On defense he roams the lanes and uses his long arms to roam the lane and cause havoc. He also does mind sticking his head in for big boards.
Areas of Improvement: Like most prolific scorers Edwards must learn how to move and play without the rock in his hands. Sometimes he stands around waiting for the ball or gets frustrated when it’s not thrown his way immediately. He has an awkward release on his shot but some coaches might let it slide because it's effective. He also would need to improve his on-ball defense by moving his feet.
Name: Gabril Chandler
Position: Forward
Ht: 6’3
Hometown: Atlantic City, NJ
AAU Team: NJ Shore Shots
Strengths: Chandler is a beast inside and has the soft touch to go with it. He has quickness on the baseline while also being able rebound like a man child. I also like the way he moves without the ball and establishes post position. He has good strides.
Areas Of Improvement: We don’t know how tall Chandler will grow and it’s good that he’s showing good range but now he will have to expand his ball handling and decision making on the perimeter. Either way he will be find.
It’s time to rumble the Basketball Spotlight Holiday Classic is here and will take place December 27th and 28th in Lakewood, NJ at Lakewood High School. This event should feature the top teams in the region and will have serious Basketball Spotlight website coverage. We are only taking 12 teams for each division so sign up quickly. Request an application by email from Mike Melton at basketballspotlight@hotmail.com or call at 609-532-5122. Travel Teams and Grammar School Teams are also invited!Event: Basketball Spotlight Holiday Classic
Date: December 27th and 28th
Place: Lakewood, NJ (Lakewood High School Complex)
Ages: 10U thru 14U or 4th Grade thru 8th Grade
Price:$300 (Holiday Discount) Schedule Will Be released Sunday December 21thRegistration Deadline: Novermber 25th (No Teams Can Enter After This Date)THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR THIS TOURNAMENT!Awards and Serious Website Coverage will be given.
Confirmed Teams
14U Teams (Closed)
1. Jersey Shore Fliers
2. Team Nelson
3. Trenton Hurricanes
4. Hoop Heaven AAU
5. PPY Elite
6. Asbury Park Rec
7. Keystone Blazers
8. New York Panthers
9. F.A.C.E.S.
10. BHC Bearcats
11. Shooting Stars
12. Delawares Finest13U Teams (Closed)
1. Linden Ballers
2. PYO Allstars
3. JSL Hoops
4. NJ Pirates
5. Team Underrrated
6. Team Nelson
7. Team Scan
8. Delaware Finest
12U Teams (Closed)
1. Bayshore Bulldogs
2. Linden Ballers
3. Playtime Basketball
4. F.A.C.E.S.
5. The City
6. Harvest Knights
7. Philly Aztecs
8. Mid Jersey Heat
9. Team Underrated
10. NJ Pirates
11. Gauchos
12. Jameson Basketball
11U Teams (Closed)
1. F.A.C.E.S.
2. Mid Jersey Heat
3. Team Underrated
4. Bay State Magic (Massachusetts)
5. KBR Raptors
6. Team Battle
7. Team Ron Artest
8. Gauchos
9. PTS Pistons (Maryland)
10. On Point Cyclones
11. Delaware Finest
12. South Jersey Blitz
Name: Dylan Daniluk
Position: Forward
HT: 6’1
Hometown: Runnemede, NJ
AAU Team: Harvest Knights
Strengths: Dylan has a high basketball IQ and showed me he does possess some perimeter skills. He’s an all around contributor in terms on hitting shots, rebounding, playing defense and hustling. He also has good size for a future small forward. Good Potential.
Areas of Improvement: To make the transition to the wing. Dylan will need to work on his ball handling and decision making. He will also need to extend his range beyond the 3 point line. Finally he will need to get stronger and improve his lateral movement because he will have to defend quicker players on the perimeter.
Name: Jordan Forehand
Position: Shooting Guard
HT: 6’0
Hometown: Bridgewater, NJ
AAU Team: Hoop Heaven
Strengths: Jordan is a great athlete and has some take over the game characteristics. He drives to the cup and finishes better than most in this class. Forehand’s leaping ability allows him to get his shot off over many shot blockers. He also has the strength to absorb contact while in traffic and still finish off the play. On defense he moves his feet well and goes hard on the glass for caroms. Good Potential.
Areas of Improvement: Jordan needs to shoot between 500 and 1000 jump shots a day. Not only will this improve his accuracy but it will also give his confidence in his outside. This improvement will make his penetration game even more deadly. It also would keep the defenders honest. He also will need to work on his decision making because he most likely will play some point guard on the next level.
Name: Jared Nickens
Position: Shooting Guard
HT: 6’2
Hometown: North Brunswick, NJ
AAU Team: Jersey Shore Fliers
Strengths: Nickens is a wiry forward and has the long limbs that indicate he’s nowhere near done growing. His outside shot has good form and he’s very confident shooting it. His length also plays a factor in rebounding and playing the passing lanes.
Areas of Improvement: Nickens will need to get stronger like most of his peers. He also will need to work on putting the rock on the floor and creating his own shot. Right now he’s a player under the radar but with these enhancements watch out for his stock in high school.
Name: Jon Azzinaro
Position: Point Guard
Ht: 5’7
Hometown: Evesham, NJ
AAU Team: Gym Rat
Strengths: Jon has one of the best strokes in the region. He can hit the shot in transition or in a half court set. If he gets hits his confidence begins to soar and he launches it more.
Areas Of Improvement: Jon’s hot stroke sometimes takes away from his decision making at the point. At his current size he needs to focus more on setting up teammates and playing lockdown defense. Instead of pulling in transition or when the ball is rotated he should make the extra pass or put more pressure on the defense by penetrating.
Name: Bryan Rivers
Position: Point Guard
Ht: 5’10
Hometown: West Windsor, NJ
AAU Team: W W P Cougars
Strengths: There’s something that sticks out about this youngster. He has the swagger that’s shows his confidence his legit. I really like his court vision and unselfishness on the floor. He has a few more inches to grow (long arms) which will make him a more interesting prospect. I also like the way he uses both hands to create and finish.
Areas Of Improvement: Rivers like some other youngsters need to have more confidence in his outside shot which would keep the defense honest. Packing some meat on his frame also wouldn’t hurt as it would allow him to finish in traffic. Good Potential.
Name: Shafeek Taylor
Position: Small Forward
Ht: 6’2
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
AAU Team: Peacemakers
Strengths: Taylor is a long but strong forward that does a lot of different things. He can score when needed or hit the glass for his team. He operates well on the baseline and uses his body to initiate contact. On defense he holds his ground well while defending the post or perimeter.
Areas Of Improvement: For Taylor to continue in his progress of becoming a top prospect he would need to increase his speed, explosiveness and outside shot. He looks like he might be a sure shot wing but with some more time in the gym this could be a reality.
It’s time to rumble the Basketball Spotlight Holiday Classic is here and will take place December 27th and 28th in Lakewood, NJ at Lakewood High School. This event should feature the top teams in the region and will have serious Basketball Spotlight website coverage. We are only taking 12 teams for each division so sign up quickly. Request an application by email from Mike Melton at basketballspotlight@hotmail.com or call at 609-532-5122. Travel Teams and Grammar School Teams are also invited!Event: Basketball Spotlight Holiday Classic
Date: December 27th and 28th
Place: Lakewood, NJ (Lakewood High School Complex)
Ages: 10U thru 14U or 4th Grade thru 8th Grade
Price:$300 (Holiday Discount) Schedule Will Be released Sunday December 21thRegistration Deadline: Novermber 25th (No Teams Can Enter After This Date)THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR THIS TOURNAMENT!Awards and Serious Website Coverage will be given.
Confirmed Teams
14U Teams
1. Jersey Shore Fliers
2. Team Nelson
3. Trenton Hurricanes
4. Hoop Heaven AAU
5. PPY Elite
6. Asbury Park Rec
7. Team Underrated
8. New York Panthers
9. F.A.C.E.S.
10. Brooklyn USA
11. Shooting Stars
12. 13U Teams
1. Linden Ballers
2. Team NJ ABC
3. JSL Hoops
4. NJ Pirates
5. Team Underrrated
6. Team Nelson
7. Team TS
8. Delaware Finest
12U Teams
1. Bayshore Bulldogs
2. Linden Ballers
3. Playtime Basketball
4. F.A.C.E.S.
5. The City
6. Harvest Knights
7. Philly Aztecs
8. Mid Jersey Heat
9. Team Underrated
10. NJ Pirates
11. Gauchos
12.
11U Teams
1. F.A.C.E.S.
2. Mid Jersey Heat
3. Team Underrated
4. Bay State Magic (Massachusetts)
5. KBR Raptors
6. Team Battle
7. Team Ron Artest
8. Gauchos
9. PTS Pistons (Maryland)
10. On Point Cyclones
11. Delaware Finest
12.
Will Team Battle Bring Home Another Crown?
Gauchos: Here come the Choz, The Gauchos impressed me in the finals of the Game Over tourney. They are back with a serious crew including George Pena, Brandon Randolph, Romello Rashard and big time baller Shamorie Pond that came over from Riverside.
