3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic: 6th Grade Showdown Rosters

The rosters for the 6th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown are listed below. Players need to report to the event at least a half an hour before game to sign and receive their jersey. (Please bring black shorts).

6th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown

Blue Team
Justin Winston (Bloomfield, NJ)
Mikey Watkins (Roselle, NJ)
Devandre Edmonds (Worcester, MA)
Nayshon Hamlet (Brooklyn, NY)
Judah McIntyre (Brooklyn, NY)
Daniel Klosk (New York, NY)
Jalen Brooks (Plainfield, NJ)
Tyrek Chambers (Brooklyn, NY)
Zegary Scott (Jersey City, NJ)
Jalen Lecque (Plainfield, NJ)

Orange Team
Atiba Taylor (Spring Valley, NY)
Luther Muhammad (Irvington, NJ)
Nazereon Reid (Asbury Park, NJ)
Quashawn Lane (Trenton, NJ)
Kyle Thompson (Mullica, NJ)
El Khana Hildago (Pennsauken, NJ)
Kenny Edelin (Middletown, DE)
Chris Kropper (Wilmington, DE)
Jamal Whittlesey (New Castle, DE)
Alex Serrano (Allentown, PA)

3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic: 5th Grade Showdown Rosters

The rosters for the 5th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown are listed below. Players need to report to the event at least a half an hour before game to sign and receive their jersey. (Please bring black shorts).

5th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown

Blue Team
Anthony Hoggard (Coatesville, PA)
Jordan McKoy (Westwood, NJ)
Kaseem Toliver (Philadelphia, PA)
Terrence Williams (Clinton, MD)
Khalif Battle (Edison, NJ)
Justice Ellison (Springfield, VA)
John Wilson (Brooklyn, NY)
Alex Klansky (Colts Neck, NJ)
Mikeal Jones (Philadelphia, PA)
Josh Pierre Louis (Plainfield, NJ)

Orange Team
Mark Bradshaw (Chester, PA)
Jalen Gaffney (Columbus, NJ)
Darrian Dalcourt (Harve De Grace, MD)
Hassan Huland El (Randolph, NJ)
Dontae Scott (Norristown, PA)
Jaheim Tanksley (Edison, NJ)
Fahmir Ali (Wilmington, DE)
Tyler Brelsford (Ellicott City, MD)
Brian Antione (Matawan, NJ)
Jagger Zrada (Moorestown, NJ)

3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic Schedule Set

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic rosters are set and the youngsters are ready to rumble below is the game schedules and times for the event. The 5th, 6th and 7th Grade players must bring black shorts to wear in this event. Stay tuned as rosters are released.

Saturday August 18, 2012

12:30 PM- 5th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown  
1:45 PM- 6th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown  
3:00 PM- 7th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown  
4:15 PM- 8th Grade J.E.M. All Star Classic Showdown

Site: Joyce Kilmer School 1300 Stuyvesant Avenue Trenton, NJ 08618

Admission: $8 (Only Participating Players, Coaches and Sponsors will enter free of charge)

Joyner Joins J.E.M. All Star Classic List

Idris Joyner (Plainfield, NJ)

Idris Joyner from Plainfield, NJ has been chosen to play in the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Joyner played with F.A.C.E.S. and the NYC Gauchos while helping the Choz win the AC Showcase. Joyner has been an impact player throughout his career especially on the post. He definitely earned his right into this event.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Sa'eed Nelson Headed To J.E.M. All Star Classic

Sa'eed Nelson (Pleasantville, NJ)

Sa’eed Nelson of Pleasantville, NJ has been selected to play in the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Nelson starred with F.A.C.E.S for years and recently made the MDC All tournament team with NJ Shore Shots. Nelson was elated by his selection to this event. “It’s an honor to play in this event and represent Mrs. Melton. It’s truly a blessing to play with the 23 other top 8th graders in the country for this game” he finished.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

"Kid Mamba" Coming To J.E.M. All Star Classic

Tyus Battle (Edison, NJ)

Tyus Battle of Edison, NJ has been selected to play in the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Battle starred for years with Team Battle and most recently with Team Final. Battle seems anxious to play in this event. “I remember nearly three years ago when my dad told about Mrs. Melton tragic death and now I get a chance to honor her by playing in the J.E.M. All Star Classic. I have watched and enjoyed this event the last two years and it’s my chance to shine in her memory. I look forward to the opportunity” he finished.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Tuva "Buddah" Mott Makes J.E.M. All Star Classic

Tuva "Buddah" Mott (Philadelphia, PA)

Tuva “Buddah” Mott of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been chosen to play in 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Mott starred with Team Final on the Spotlight circuit even making the All Tournament Team a few times. Mott looks to make the most of this opportunity. “It’s an honor to play in the memory of Mrs. Melton and compete against some of the best players in the country. I look forward to showing off my skills in her memory” he finished.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Mustapha Heron Headed To J.E.M. All Star Classic

Mustapha Heron (West Haven, CT)

Mustapha Heron has been selected to attend the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Heron starred with NYC Gauchos during his Spotlight tenure while making the All Tournament Team several times. Heron was happy about his selection, “First I want to start out by saying thanks for the opportunity to play in your tournaments and being selected for this great event. Over the years it has been an honor to play against the best middle school competition in the country. I think you gave us a great stage to perform on and we excelled while becoming better players and people” he finished.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Daveyon Barnes Chosen For J.E.M. All Star Classic

Daveyon Barnes (Baltimore, MD)

Daveyon Barnes of Baltimore, Maryland has been selected to the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Barnes starred with the ETU Warriors while making the All Tournament Team each time out. Barnes has been one of the most punishing forwards on the Spotlight circuit. ETU's Director Ethan Leder feels he's ready for this event, "Doc is a 6'5 power presence who's developing his other skills. He's probably the best rebounder in his age group" he finished.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Basketball Spotlight Flashback: The Inaugural J.E.M. All Star Classic 2010

The Inaugural J.E.M. All Star Classic took place in August of 2010. This event featured some of the top players in the region and was a huge success. Some of the players from this event have collected multiple college scholarship offers while achieving on the floor success.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we release rosters and schedules for this event. Make sure you don’t miss the action.

8th Grade AAU Nationals Update: Team Scan #3 In USA

Team Scan Finishes #3 In America

The Grand Finale Champions Team Scan made it to the Final Four of the 8th Grade AAU Nationals while finishing #3 in the country. The NYC based squad has been one of the most dominant programs in Spotlight history. We would like to congratulate Team Scan coaches, staff and players for their great season.

Roster:
Temple Gibbs
Devonte Green
Unique Mclean
Brandon Randolph
Bryce Aiken
Elijah Bailey
Hasahn French
Tony Boateng
Kassoum Yakwe
Omari Spellman
Head Coach: Jamal Womack
Asst. Coach David Gates

John Jucas Future Of Game Camp Returns To Hampton

The 2nd Annual John Lucas Future of the Game camp is looking for the nation's best 2019 and 2020 prospects. The camp is being held September 1 and 2 in Hampton, VA at the Boo Williams facility. Coach Lucas was the #1 overall pick in 1976 for the Houston Rockets, he has been an NBA head coach, and he has developed or advised countless NBA players. All told, Coach Lucas has been involved with the NBA for more than 35 years.

Known as one of the world's premier teachers, Coach Lucas's camps provide first-rate instruction from Coach Lucas himself as well as from other highly qualified coaches. Additionally, in terms of talent, Coach Lucas's camps always attract the best of the best.

Besides the instruction and the opportunity to measure yourself against the nation's best players, Coach Lucas's camps also provide a high level of exposure. Not only is Coach Lucas on the selection committee for the McDonalds All American game, but he personally selects the players for the NBA Players' Association Top 100 camp for the best high school players in the country. But in addition to Coach Lucas, his camps typically prove to be a magnet for a who's who of national media experts who cover this age group (Clark Francis of Hoop Scoop, Van Coleman of Hot 100 Hoops, Spencer Pulliam of Dunk Dog, and Basketball Spotlight).

This Future of the Game East Camp is one of only two camps that Coach Lucas runs for this age group, and the next one won't take place until Las Vegas in the Spring of 2013. For more information, please email his director of scouting, Brian Merritt, at bmerritt@johnlucasenterprises.com.

Jamar "Boogie" Watson Brings His Game To J.E.M. All Star Classic

Jamar "Boogie" Watson (Brandywine, MD)

Jamar “Boogie" Watson of Brandywine, MD has been selected to attend the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Watson starred with DC Assault on the Spotlight circuit this season. He made All Tournament Team for the Tip Off Classic and Clash For The Cup. Watson was happy with his selection, “It’s an awesome feeling just to be amongst the group of talented players selected for this special event. I will cherish participating in this event to honor Mrs. Melton. May her legacy continue through God and Basketball Spotlight" he finished.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Wolfgang Novogratz J.E.M All Star Classic Bound

Wolfgang Novogratz (New York, NY)

Wolfgang Novogratz of New York, NY has been selected to play in the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Wolfie starred for years for The City and most recently for KSK on the Spotlight circuit. He made the All Tournament Team several times during his Spotlight tenure.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as we bring you more top players selected to this exclusive event.

Lamar Stevens Selected For J.E.M. All Star Classic

Lamar Stevens (Philadelphia, PA)

Lamar Stevens of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been selected to participate in the 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic. Stevens played with Team Final on the Spotlight circuit and has loads of potential.

The 3rd Annual J.E.M. All Star Classic will take place August 18th in Trenton, NJ. Stay tuned as Basketball Spotlight brings your more players selected for this exclusive event.

Summer Showcases Cancelled in Preparation For 2012 Super Skillcase

The Basketball Spotlight Super Showcase and Baby Baller Super Showcase will not take place this summer in preparation for the 2012 Super Skillcase in October. Participants that have registered online can request a refund or use their payment for credit towards the Super Skillcase scheduled for October 27th and 28th in Atlantic City, NJ. We apologize for any problems this may have caused.

6th Grade AAU Nationals Update: New Rens Finishes Top 10 In The Country

New Rens Finishes In Top 10

New Renaissance of New York finished #10 in the country at the 6th Grade AAU National Tournament. Basketball Spotlight would like to congratulate New Rens coaches, staff and players for this major accomplishment.

Roster:
Jayson Robinson
Judah McIntyre
Jack Frankel
Jared West
Antione Hernton
Sahdique Watkins
Jalen Carey
Gary Harvey
Nayshon Hamlet-Kane
Joe Norton
Daniel Klosk
Coach: Billy Council
Asst Coach: Everette McIntyre

6th Grade AAU Nationals Update: DC Assault Wins It All!

DC Assault Wins AAU National Title

DC Assault 12U team won the AAU 6th Grade National Championship. DC Assault played the Spotlight circuit this season winning the AC Showcase Championship. Congrats to DC Assault, their staff and players for winning the ultimate prize.

Roster:
0 Anwar Gill
1 DMarco Baucom
2 Marquise Brown
3 Jared Bynum
4 Kenneth Tyree
5 Prentiss Hubb
10 Frevado Morse
15 Qwanzi Samuels
22 Keon Johnson
24 Sydney Person
33 Ryane Ashley
35 Shariff Kenney
44 Tyriq MacAdoo
Renard Phillips head coach
Prentiss Hubb assistant
Kenny Tyree assistant

6th Grade AAU Nationals Top Performers Final Day: Champions Are Crowned!

Jared Bynum (DC Assault)

The final day of the 6th Grade AAU Nationals took place and DC Assault won the title. We really got a chance to watch some of the top talent that the Class of 2018 had to offer. Here’s a breakdown of who impressed us on our last day in Hampton.

6th Grade Nationals Top Performers

Jared Bynum Guard (DC Assault)- Bynum played big in DCA semifinal victory over We All Can Go. He plays the point guard position but hurt the defending champs with his outside shooting. He’s not afraid to take the big shots and shoots the trey ball with good accuracy. He nailed multiple outside shots that sent WACG home. He also came up big as DCA cruised in the finals.

Shariff Kenny Forward (DC Assault)- The bruising forward was a scoring machine in the biggest game of his young career. He established good low post position and scored easily at the tin. DCA need toughness to get to the finals and Kenny provided the brute.

Prentiss Hubb Guard (DC Assault)- Every team needs a big shot taker and Prentiss provides this service for DCA. He showed his all around skill during the semifinals but nailed a big trey to tie the game and gave DCA the momentum they needed to outlast WACG.

D’Marco Baucey Forward (DC Assault)- After cruising the first half Baucey woke up in the second stanza against WACG. He hit the jumper from the free throw line area and made his presence felt inside. His potential is throw the roof but he does need to play with a little more urgency at times. Hopefully that will come with age.

Marquise Brown Guard (DC Assault)- When Brown is playing under control he impacts the game well. He’s an explosive guard that plays both ends of the floor. He has floor general potential and that toughness to be a good one.

Brandt Lawless Forward (WACG)- Lawless was a banger inside for the defending champs. He hurt DCA early but powering up for buckets but what really caught my eye was his overall feel for the game and passing ability. He loves kicking the rock out to the perimeter for their guards to knock down jumpers.

Darius Garland Guard (WACG)- Garland outside shot is soft and wet. He drained jumpers all week and shot it with a high level of confidence. He has NBA 3 point range and will let it go with a hand in his face.

Alex Jones Guard (WAGC)- Jones has the keys to this high powered offense. He has the basketball IQ and swagger that would make any coach smile. This week he demonstrated penetration skills and scoring in transition. He will be one to watch.

Gavin Schoenwald Forward (WAGC)- The heart and soul of this squad gave his all to help his team finish #3 in the country. He has a Mike Kidd-Gilchrist type motor which allows him to make plays that others can’t make on this level. He definitely goes hard all game long.

Marvin Bagley Jr. Forward (916 Select)- I always look for a serious prospect and Bagley fits the bill. The 6’6 forward passes the look test and looked overly impressive on the floor. He can post up and also looks very comfortable on the wing. He was a one man army for the California squad and helped them make a deep run.

Rechon Black Guard (CB Spiders)- Black stepped his game up to help his troops take home the 9th Place title. We talked about his smoothness before and when he exerts himself like he did today he looks like one of the top guards in the country.

Patrick Conner Forward (CB Spiders)- Conner is undersized for his position but his footwork and toughness helps him produce. He never stops attacking the glass on both ends of the floor for rebounds. He also knows how to get his shot off around potential shot blockers.

Qon Murphy Guard (CB Spiders)- Murphy stock rose at this event. He has the size for the position and gets busy when requested. He’s versatile and stuffs the stat sheet in several categories. He will be a problem in this class for years to come.

Dawson Crosby Guard (ATR Explosion)- Crosby might be one of the best pure shooters in this class. He’s crafty enough to shoot off the dribble but will really kill you when spotting up.

Nayson Kane Forward (New Rens)- Kane made game winning baskets against Team IZOD and Maryland Scholars. He made huge plays when it counted while pushing his team to a Top 10 finish.

8th Grade AAU National Division 2 Update: Mass Shooting Stars Are National Champs

Mass Shooting Stars 14U Wins Title

The Massachusetts Shooting Stars 14U won the 8th Grade AAU Division 2 Championship by defeating Brevard Elite 47-42. Congratulations to Coach Leip, staff and players for their success.

Roster:
Justin Leip
Matt Hanna
Joe Wallace
Kalo Menezes
Adham Floyd
Mike Nelson
Nino Leone
Hans Gabriel
Matt Locke
Dylan Mahoney
Dimitri Rosa
Head Coach: Scott Leip
Asst. Coach: Sam Hanna
Asst. Coach: Ernie Floyd