Thursday, July 5, 2012
Donovan Love Getting Things Done At The Grand Finale
Here is Dononvan Love of the NJ Playaz showing off his range and his ability to penetrate through defenses to score or to find the open shooter. This lefty is smooth from inside and out.
Introducing Marvin Bagley Jr. (Arizona Future)
Marvin Bagley seems to be one of the bright stars of the future. Standing 6’6 the lefty has a wide range of game. He finished #2 at the John Lucas Camp in Las Vegas and should be a top flight prospect. Basketball Spotlight will be looking forward to watching Bagley at the 12U Nationals in Hampton, VA. Stay tuned as we bring you more young ballers from this class.
"Money Team" Duo Shining At Grand Finale
Check out 7th grade dynamic duo Jaecee Martin and Shyheim Hicks of Team CBC (Conn) put in work in recent games during the the Basketball Spotlight Grand Finale. With Jaecee at the point and Shyheim on the wing it is instant buckets. Stay tuned for more from this tandem.
Unique McLean Flying High At Grand Finale
Check out 8th grade sensation Unique Mclean in warmups before a recent game during Basketball Spotlights Grand Finale. Unique just finished his middle school career and is currently playing for Team Scan. Stay tuned for a full mix of Unique coming soon.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Ballin 365 Presents: Grand Finale Mixtape
The Basketball Spotlight Grand Finale was the pinnacle of our season and took place while Ballin 365 was in the building. Check out his highlights from this championship event. The Grand Finale Mixtape features some of the top players in the country.
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Ben Coupet Dunks Hard At The Fab Frosh Camp
We featured Ben Coupet after his big time performance at the John Lucas Camp. Now check him out as he skies and dunks on a kid at the Fab Frosh All American Camp. This kid’s stock is seriously on the rise. Be on the lookout for more highlights and features as we take Basketball Spotlight into overdrive.
Devonte "The Chef" Green J.E.M. All Star Classic Bound
Devonte “The Chef” Green has been chosen for the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Green starred for Team Scan while making the All Tournament Team for the Clash For The Cup. The high scoring combo guard was happy to apart of this event, “It’s an honor to play in such a great event because it’s for a great cause and the competition will be very tough” he said.
The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place Saturday, August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more players that have been selected to this exclusive event.
Sunday, July 1, 2012
East Coast Super Skillcase Getting Heavy Interest! (Don't Miss Out)
Basketball Spotlight and I’m Possible Training have joined forces to bring you the best basketball event of the year! The Inaugural 2012 East Coast Super Skillcase.
The 2012 East Coast Super Skillcase, directed by world renowned skills coach, Micah Lancaster, will feature the same advanced teaching and instruction that is offered at Nike skill academies and NBA workouts. Micah Lancaster has directed a Nike related training academy with Kobe Bryant and has worked with NBA players such as Dwyane Wade, Kyrie Irving, Mario Chalmers, and Nolan Smith along with many others. Now players, grades five through eight, will have the same opportunity as NBA, college, and high school stars to experience Micah's innovative skill training and teaching techniques. The Skillcase is designed to make every player feel like they are alone in the gym with Micah.
Players will be brought through elite skills training in the morning and a competitive five on five game sessions in the afternoon all under the watchful eye of Mike Melton's Basketball Spotlight. Camp video highlights and player analysis will be posted on www.bballspotlight.com at the conclusion of the event.
Through innovative NBA skills training, organized competition, and the presence of Basketball Spotlight, each player will be given the unique opportunity to "skillcase" themselves by flashing their talents, improving their skills, and showcasing their game like never before! Space is limited. Register online now! www.skillcase.org
Where: Atlantic City High School
When: October 27-28, 2012
Who: Boy's 5th-8th grade, Classes of 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
Cost: $199
Hotel information and weekend itinerary to be posted shortly.
Friday, June 29, 2012
Basketball Spotlight Alum Michael Kidd-Gilchrist #2 Pick In NBA Draft
Basketball Spotlight Alum Michael Kidd-Gilchrist was selected #2 in the NBA Draft by the Charlotte Bobcats. Kidd-Gilchrist starred in the Clash For The Cup and in the MDC with the RBK All Stars. Basketball Spotlight would like to congratulate Kidd-Gilchrist and his family on this enormous accomplishment. Remember who saw him first, Basketball Spotlight baby. Check out his highlights from Basketball Spotlight events.
Basketball Spotlight Alum Dion Waiters Reaches NBA As #4 Selection
Basketball Spotlight Alum Dion Waiters reached the ultimate level by being selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the 4th pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. Waiters scored a then record 35 points at the MDC as a 7th Grader for the Philly Ball Hawks before tearing down the Grand Finale the next summer with the Playaz. Waiters also played in the Clash For the Cup when it was an all star event. Congrats to Dion and his family for this huge accomplishment. Check out his highlights from Basketball Spotlight events.
Grand Finale Player Profile: Mustapha Heron (Gauchos)
AAU Team: Gauchos
Position: Shooting Guard
Age Group: 14U
Analysis: When Heron is on the court the intensity rises. He’s a walking double/double while using his chiseled frame to dominant the competition. Right now he’s a dangerous wing player with top notch explosiveness. If he continues to grow as projected he might go down as one of the top players to ever come out of Connecticut.
Grand Finale Player Profile: Patrick Andree (Playaz)
AAU Team: Playaz
Position: Shooting Guard
Age Group: 14U
Analysis: This kid combines a good handle with size and a wet jumper. His basketball IQ is off the charts and he already understands how to flare off his point guard’s penetration. He can use the pick and pop or screen and roll. Once his confidence and strength catches up with his game look out.
AGame Super Shootout 13U Championship Recap: Jersey City Boys Club Victorious
Jersey City Boys Club used their hard play to defeat We R 1 to win the AGame Super Shootout 13U Championship. Congrats to JCBC for winning the championship. Good luck the rest of the season.
AGame Super Shootout 12U Championship Recap: ECE-NJABC Gains New Garments
ECE-NJABC shocked the field by defeating New Rens to win the AGame Super Shootout 12U Championship. Congrats for ECE-NJABC for taking home the title. Good luck the rest of the season.
AGame Super Shootout 10U Championship Recap: Choz Grab Title
The NYC Gauchos used a balanced attack to defeat RIP City and win the AGame Super Shootout 10U Championship. Congrats to the Gauchos for winning the championship and new uniforms. Good luck the rest of the season.
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Grand Finale Player Profile: Jaecee Martin (CBC)
AAU Team: CBC
Position: Point Guard
Age Group: 13U
Analysis: “Mayweather” helped his squad reach the finals by knocking out Team IZOD. In the finals his emotions got the best of him in the first half which caused his coach to discipline him. In the second stanza he came out in a fiery but the Team Final lead was too much to overcome. He’s still the leading candidate for Player Of The Year.
Grand Finale Player Profile: Quade Green (Team Final)
AAU Team: Team Final
Position: Combo Guard
Age Group: 13U
Analysis: Team Final balanced squad has allowed Green to display his play making ability. During the Grand Finale he showed improved point guard skills in terms of setting up teammates. We encourage him to continue to progress in this area.
NY Times Reports: Middle School Basketball Is New Recruiting Battleground!
The NY Times recently wrote this article how middle school basketball has reached a new level. It’s an interesting read and features several known teams and players.
Click Here For The Article
Potomac Valley Select Wins AGame Super Shootout
PV Select 11U took home the AGame Supershootout crown by playing shutdown defense and sharing the wealth on offense. They came to play and seemed to be on a mission by beating the top three teams in the Northeast on Sunday. In the quarterfinals they took down Playtime Panthers, they beat Team Nelson in the semifinals, and then silenced ECE-NJABC in the chip. Their all-star roster of players and coaches seemed to mesh as they received solid contributions from the entire roster.
Congratulations to the players and coaches and keep working hard. Roster: Tyler Brelsford, Ryan Swigart, Carsten Kogelnik, Mekhi Long, Tyrese Jenkins, Justice Ellison, Jahmir Young, Terrance Williams, Hunter Dickinson and Cole Matthiesen
Coaches Marty Heffner and Steve Heffner
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