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July, 2001
7/31/01 School Sports: Basketball Recruiting: Top 100 Players includes 2. Lenny Cooke, 15. Jason Fraser, 29. Elijah Ingram, 34. Taquan Dean, 37. Curtis Sumpter, 51. Alan Ray, 59. Francisco Garcia and 99. Donnie McGrath.
7/31/01 Mike Hill: 'Here's your chance to team up with NBA All-Star Stephon Marbury and friends to help him make an assist for underprivileged children. Join Stephon, Allen Iverson, Tracy McGrady, and other NBA stars on August 18-19, 2001 for StarNight, the kickoff event of the first annual Starbury's Fantasy Weekend.
StarNight consists of a fundraiser fashion show/party featuring Wilhelmina Models and DJ Biz Markie. The star-studded bash will take place from 10PM to 3AM on Saturday, August 18, 2001 at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers in New York City. On Sunday, August 19, between 1PM - 5PM, Stephon and some of his NBA friends will host StarburyLand, a carnival created wonderland for kids of all ages at Roller Rinks on Pier 62, Chelsea Piers. Admission is free for this event.
Proceeds will benefit Stephon's organization, Team Marbury Charitable Foundation, which provides educational and recreational opportunities for boys and girls who are less fortunate. For more info visit Stephon's official website at www.stephonmarbury.net.'
7/31/01 Fox Sports: Jason Fraser shines in Las Vegas.
7/31/01 ALLMEAC3: ' I was at the Beast of the East tournament today at Fordham University and I thought the tournament was run very well. There was a mixture of coaches from D3 to D1. I showed up to watch some teams and they had dropped out at the last minute. One game suprised me a lot. The Brooklyn All Stars were playing Rise Above and Rise Above ended up pulling away by nine but the real story was the way #11 for Brooklyn All stars kept them in the game. His name is Rob Wiatre. At one point his team was down 15 in the second half and he hit back to back 3's from the 718 area code off the dribble followed by two drives. After this he penetrated and dished for 2 spectacular assists. He ended up with a game high 24 and some spectacular moves. I enjoyed watching him play and if he had 1 more good player around him they would have been able to pull off the upset. I hope to be back at Fordham to watch him play tomorrow.'
7/31/01 RivalsHoops: Big Time Final Overall Stats.
7/30/01 ESPN: NYC Kids -- David Seals & Daryll Hill -- Hit Big Time.
7/30/01 Mike DeCourcy, Sporting News: Elijah Ingram breaks down the defense. And Best of the Big Time.
7/30/01 JSHUTTLESWURTH back from Vegas.
7/30/01 Sporting News: Dominic Mejia, Wilson catch coaches' attention at Big Time tournament. And Jason Fraser's game is anything but small.
7/30/01 BlueChipHoops: Panthers Drop Playaz For Big Time Title. Day Five Notes and Top Performers including Jason Fraser and Elijah Ingram.
7/30/01 EliteHoopRecruits: Dominic Meija - Streaky Guard draws interest.
7/30/01 Weekend game results on the UDC 2001 page.
7/30/01 Newsday: NYC Gold Formula: Survive Tiebreaker -- LI falls in Empire men's basketball finale.
7/30/01 BERASM: 'The Harlem Juniors Vs Beacon Bombers was a goodie @ Dyckman Summer League .Final Score was 63 to 60 Bombers. Rashawn Pringle missed a 3pter from top of the key with 4seconds to tie . The Lions were led by PG Jahkeem Washington (2003) with 18pts. 8 ast., 4stl. The Lions also got contribution from SG Malik Brown (2003) with 12pts, 8 reb., and Levon Hickman (2004) with 12pts and 10reb (6 on the offensive glass). The Bombers were led by Mike Wilson with 20pts.'
7/29/01 A NYC gold and bronze on the Empire State Games, 2001 page.
7/29/01 IS8 results, matchups and schedules on the IS8 Nike Summer League, 2001 page.
7/29/01 Long Island takes the open and scholastic games against NYC. Medal games today.
7/29/01 BlueChipHoops: Big Time Day Four: Davis Rises To Challenge and reports on Francisco Garcia, Elijah Ingram and Dominic Mejia. Plus News and Notes and Final Eight
7/29/01 NJ Hoops: Kennell Sanchez makes college decision -- Drexel.
7/28/01 IS8 results, matchups and schedules on the IS8 Nike Summer League, 2001 page.
7/28/01 The CityWide Manhattan championships are almost set for next Saturday on the CityWide, 2001 page.
7/28/01 BlueChipHoops: Big Time Day Three: Top Performers. Day Three's News and Notes.
7/28/01 Russ Blake @ RivalsHoops: T5T Playaz Looking Tougher and Tougher.
7/28/01 NJ Hoops: More NJ talent at Eastern Week 3.
7/28/01 BERASM: 'Harlem Lions Senior Team @ St. Mary's Summer League ( LI). It was an ugly game to watch but in the end the Lions prevailed 57-52. The Lions were led by PG/SG Tahan Engram with 16pts ( including 8pts in the last two minutes), 5stl, 5ast. This also marked the the coming out party of 6'3" PF Lawrence Williams ( Class of 2005) who finished with 12pts, 10rebs in 24 minutes of play. SF Steve Souma finished with 12pts, 14 rebs, 3stls. Malik Brown and Chaz Johnson played a major role on the defensive end in the Lions come from behind win. Lions record @ St.Mary's is 6 wins , 3 losses.'
7/27/01 Coach Pete Goyco: Greetings from Hamilton, NY on the Empire State Games, 2001 page.
7/27/01 LasVegas Sun: Sebastian Telfair -- Brooklyn teen has NBA-caliber pedigree.
7/27/01 Tom Sampogna profiling Trinity Catholic HS 2 guard, 6-1 Garrett James.
7/27/01 Newsday: New York Not Empire's Kind of Town.
7/27/01 Inquirer: Scott Kupersmit, Clayton coach faces tough challenge
7/27/01 RivalsHoops: Schedule For Friday -- AAU Showcase Playoffs.
7/27/01 Eric Bennett: 'This Sunday the following games will be happening at Roy Wilkins - Go Hard or Go Home - Springfield Rifles.
JUNIORS-Junior Division Quarter Finals -- 10:30 North Babylon vs Grace Church - to make it to the playoffs. 12:00 Jamaica Warriors (Daon Merritt, Cliffy, Tareek (St. Raymond's), Desmond (Rice), Carl (Rice) vs Terror Squad has one of the best Latino 16 years old in the city (Ridgewood). 1:00pm For the Good of the Neighborhood (is coached by Tyrone Green and has Yanick Noah's son on the team) vs Winner of 10:30 game. 2:00 Springfield Rifles "A" Team (Daniel Hawkins, Darryl Elam (Jamaica) Shawndell Johnson) vs. Manhasset. 3:00 Rifles "B" vs Panthers (coached by Jose Modesto).
Semifinals -- Biddies: 11:30 Rifles vs. North Babylon Rifles feature best 5th grade guard in the city, Daniel McFadden and DJ Jus (Justin Spalding), youngest DJ and professional recording artist. 4:30 Midgets -- Rifles vs. Panthers. Freshman Division -- 5:30 Rifles (Terron Stowe, Ray Arnold, Trevon Hughes, Jarrett Perry, Victor Morris) vs. S.O.N.D.A.Y. (Christ the King's JV). Winner of this game plays Gauchos.
Championships will be help August 5. Quarter,semis and finals are held in the Gym rain or shine.
This is the conclusion to the tournament that included 75 teams.
Also, Girls Championship featured stars of Christ the King, Francis Lewis and Bishop Ford.'
7/27/01 Midhudsonhoops: 'I would like to congartualate the Sullivan Eagles on making it to the national 17u tournament this week in Orlando Fla. I would like to mention two players from there team who are hard workers in the classrooms and the court. First is Jason Jones who attends Monroe-Woodbury High in Orange County NY. At 6'4 he plays the 2 guard spot and has a consistent jump shot but his defense needs a little work. He plays solid on the ball defense but he needs to be more on his team defensive skills. He has recieved letters from d2 and d3 schools but should recieve some letters from mid-major schools after he proves himself as one of the top 100 risisng seniors. His play reminds me of a guy in the league named Odom.. Dante Griggs a stocky 6'6 pf from Chester High in Orange County NY is also a legitimate D1 prospect but has not had the chance tpo showcase his game in front of " the right" crowd but should suprise alot of people once nationals is over. He has quick post up moves on the block and can beat his man off the dribble. However he needs to work on his jumpshot even though its "ok" but can be better from 10-15 ft. He plays solid defense but like all kids his age it could be improved. I will keep you posted on how they do during they stay in FLA.'
7/26/01 Coach Glen Steinberg: The Warriors 3-3 team won the regional qualifier in Pennsylavnia this past weekend, again securing a spot in the Nationals. Team included Mike Crisci (ranked), Brian Karl and Pat Foley. Mike Crisci and Pat Foley will be part of the team representing the Warriors at the Nationals.'
7/26/01 Robert Trudell profiling Nathan Blue.
7/26/01 Empire State Games early results: Mens Open -- Long Island 42 96, Adirondack 40 92. Drew Nicholas (Hempstead) led LI with 28 points including four three-pointers. Lucious Jordan (Niskayuna) paced five AD double figure scorers with 16 points. Earlier coverage on the Empire State Games, 2001 page.
7/26/01 Latoya Brown: 'I just wanted to inform you on a basketball tournament that is taking place now (July 2001) until the end of August. The tournament is called Young World. It's located at 129th street and Saint Nicholas Terrace in an outside basketball court. It's something like a Rucker's, but it's for kids 19 and under. I really think you should come and take a look. There's a lot of talent out there.'
7/26/01 BlueChipHoops: Big Time Day One: News and Notes. Big Time Day One: Top Performers including Allen Ray, Lenny Cooke and Charlie Villanueva.
7/26/01 Nathan Blue: 'Nike Super Showcase: 'Riverside Church won both Games today. First beating C.I. Gibson Rattlers at 8:30 am Then beating the St. Louis Eagles later on. Players who played outstanding for the Chruch were Ricky Solivera, Jason Wingate, Kenny Eusey, Alonzo Brown, and Petey Nelson. The NJ Demons featuring Luol Deng and Roberto Felipe beat Houston Hoop by 11pts.'
7/26/01 Nathan Blue continues to share his thinking on Grant Billimeir. As does SPK145.
7/25/01 RivalsHoops: Lenny Cooke May Play with Prep Stars Squad at Big Time.
7/25/01 JMACHOOPS: 'The New Rochelle H.S Summer Basketball Tourament finishes up this week. There are 14 H.S. teams in the League, games are played at Lincoln Park and Remington Boys & Girls Club, in New Rochelle. Some games are under the lights. New Rochelle is in first place, Chase the Game is second (mostly Spellmen & Iona Prep), third place is a tie. Two time champs Mount Vernon (started 0-2 until their two ABCD Camp players came back are now 4-2) will play the Bronx Bucks also 4-2 (mostly all Lehman H.S.) they are led by Kieth Glover 6-5 225 a 16 year old senior to be (a sleeper) under the lights this Thursday 7:45 if it rains they go inside. Fourth place is Gompers H.S of the Bx. Most of the teams are Public schools in Westchester.'
7/25/01 EliteHoopRecruits: Three Leaders For Jason Fraser.
7/25/01 Louis Xifaras, Director of Basketball Operations of Queens RimRockers Basketball: 'Queens RimRockers clinch 2nd place in Queens CityWide with 4-1 record. Nike 16 and under team win easily. More information at Queens RimRockers Notes.'
7/25/01 NJ Hoops: Mike Lasme commits to UMass.
7/25/01 Rivals Hoops: Love The Style Of John Winchester.
And NIKE Showcase Schedule at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.-- teams include Riverside Church, NY Jaguars, Albany City Rocks, NJ RAP, NJ Demons(?) and NJ Celtics.
7/24/01 Syracuse Post-Standard: Empire State Games basketball preview. Web note: LI & NYC rosters on the Empire State Games, 2001 page.
7/24/01 Las Vegas Sun: LV Welcomes Hoops World -- Nations Top Prospects gather for Basketball Extraveganza.
7/24/01 All Star Report: 'Massachusetts Gets Mike Lasme.'
7/24/01 Pittsburg Post-Gazette: Pitt signs recruit -- Bayonne, N.J, guard Tony Tate is eligible this season.
7/24/01 Referee Magazine archive articles.
7/24/01 Gil Gerard with more profiling of Grant Billimeier.
7/24/01 Nathan Blue's Real Scout Hoop Summary (NYC) -- Tim Doyle is Set to Choose his college, St. John's University after a visit today.
7/24/01 NJ Hoops: Leading Scorers at Metro Classic
7/24/01 RivalsHoops: T5T Playaz Ball: All Tournament Team.
7/24/01 BERASM 'Today, The Harlem Lions played host to the Swiss @ Minisink GYM. The Game marked the debut of 5 players on the Lions family and boy can they play. The final was 113 to 105 Lions. John Cunningham (class of 2006) 25pt. 6 ast. This kid will be a terror to mess with. At 5'0" tall he can do it all. shoot, drive, score and pass . made 5/8 3pters. (Class of 2005) -- Philip Desdune, 8pt. 9rebs. good ballhandler, good decision making. Domani Corbin, 9ast, good ballhandler, good court vision, very quick. Steve McCoy, 10pts, good low post moves, court vision, good defender. William Willis (younger brother of Robert Willis Jr, former Midwood standout) good defender, can shoot very well, good basketball instincts.'
7/23/01 The Empire State Games begin at Mohawk Valley, July 25th - July 29th 2001. The Basketball Event Schedule is at the Empire State Games site.
7/23/01 NJO: Former Marist High School and Villanova University basketball star, Roscoe Harris, slain.
7/23/01 Keith Mason, Apple's Playaz: UDC news.
7/23/01 Tom Sampogna profiles Tuckahoes' 6-5 junior, Jamal Webb
7/23/01 Vintage Nathan Blue profiling(?) Grant Billmeier of St. Pats and Glenn Bynes with a response.
7/23/01 triciabb0618: 'Congratulations to the 13U NYC Metro Champs (girls) Scholar Athletes - placing 9th out of 74 teams at the AAU Nationals in Cocoa Beach, Florida.'
7/23/01 UDC weekend results on the UDC 2001 page.
7/23/01 NJ Hoops: 6'6" Mario Boggan of Oak Hill Academy sparks Playaz to championship.
7/23/01 RivalsHoops: Tough Combo To Beat: Elijah Ingram & John Winchester.
7/23/01 Nathan Blue's Real Scout Hoop Summary (NYC) on Eric Ferguson and Rasheed Hardwick.
7/23/01 Victor Monaros: 'Bishop Loughlin 99-00 standouts. Terrance Watkins and Victor Monaros will now be joined with 6'3" Timeke Mitchell at F.I.T in Manhathan. Mitchell verbaly stated that he will attend F.I.T next season and has already enrolled for the fall semister.'
7/22/01 Coach Artie Green reminded me today at UDC that the Ravens, T1T and LI Panthers are all heading to Vegas on Tuesday as part of the adidas Big Time tournament. That's updated on the calendar page and there are some Riverside Church results on the UDC 2001 page.
7/22/01 Brooklyn Scout: 'Though camps and tournaments showcasing the Class of 2002 have dominated the recruiting news for July, four former New York schoolboy stars have finalized their JUCO plans for the upcoming season.
Greg Johnson, a 6-1 combo guard and All-City selection in 1999, has signed with New Mexico JC, where he will join New Yorkers Robert Mitchell (an early-spring signee) and Tareick Leach (who averaged 9.8 ppg. as a freshman last season). Johnson averaged 25 points and 10 assists during his senior season at M.L. King HS.
Kingsley Edwards, a 6-1 Bronx native who attended Laurinburg Prep (NC), is headed to Butler CC in Kansas. Edwards, nicknamed "Bulla", won MVP honors of the Bronx UDC College Division last year and is averaging almost 38 ppg. in this summer's event.
Also headed to Kansas is 6-6 forward Tommie Eddie, a second team all-Brooklyn selection this season at Boys & Girls HS, who will attend Coffeyville CC.
James Clark, a 6-2 shooting guard who last attended Nazareth HS in 1999, is expected to play at Angelina JC (TX) this fall after transferring from Clarendon JC (TX), where he earned academic credits but did not play last year.
For all JUCO signings/commitments: http://www.eteamz.com/bigapplesports.'
7/22/01Courier News: Plainfield basketball tournament keeps Gee Gee Brown's memory alive.
7/22/01 Nathan Blue's Real Scout Hoop Summary (NYC) -- Ryan Williams goes JUCO.
7/22/01 NJ Hoops: Grant Billmeier has strong interest. And Playaz win opener.
7/22/01 TNesby5: 'Oceanside varsity defeated Carey 85-81 in an exciting high paced game tonight at the Island Garden. This game featured red hot shooting by both teams. Rob Mostacci 41pts,15 rebs, was virtually unstoppable in the first half for Carey. Oceanside slowed him down in the second half with a box-and-one defense in which Bayo Dibassy 16pts 7 rebounds played tenaciously against the 6'6" Mostacci. Shahee Martin came up big for Oceanside with 45pts., 10 rebs. and hit several long clutch threes at the end of the game. Jimmy Herold had 20pts for Oceanside, including 4 three point shots.'
7/21/01 The CityWide teams with best records going into the playoffs are Superbiddies Riverside A 4-0, Mustangs 5-0 and Peekskill 4-1, Biddies Milbank 5-0 and Riverside A 4-0, Midgets Riverside B 3-1, Girls Douglas 3-1, Juniors Jimmy Stars 3-1 and Abyssinian 3-1. Earlier reports on the CityWide 2001 page.
7/21/01 IS8 results on the IS8 Nike Summer League, 2001 page.
7/21/01 NJ Hoops: JR Smith lights up Eastern All Star clash.
7/21/01 Nathan Blue: 'Five Star Basketball Camp -- Last night was the All Star game in which Curtis Sumpter received the M.V.P. Over such players as Jason Fraser, Lenny Cooke, and Raymond Felton (#1 PG In the USA).' And RSB Adidas ABCD Camp Summary.
7/21/01 COACHROB61: 'I sent you some information on Shanda Anderson, class of 2005. She will be attending Egg Harbor Township High School, located in Southern New Jersey, 10 Miles outside of Atlantic City, NJ. A check of your 2005 page shows no coverage. If there is another publication or page I should refer to, please e-mail me that information. I have also included a young man who played for me in the Sonny Hill Summer League, held at Temple University, Phila, P.A -- Myron Rolle.
Shanda Anderson, 5' 7" 2G. Fundamental player, very strong, difficult to defend in a man to man defense. Ambidextrous ball handler, can create off the dribble. Good penetration skills, developing consistent 12 to 15 foot shot. Strong defender, uses space & angles. Communicates well during play.' Web note: Updated boys' info for Myron and others on the class of 2005 page.
7/21/01 Rivals Hoops: A Look At Curtis Sumpter.
7/20/01 Sporting News: Summer recruiting period should leave time for instruction ... to return to Five-Star.
7/20/01 Daily News: Michael Clarke's College Plans Get Blocked.
7/20/01 Wiatre@aol.com: 'I have a team in the upcoming Beast of the East tournament on 7/28-7/29 @ Fordham University. I have room on the team for another player in the open division (19 and under). Anyone that is interested can contact me by e-mail at Wiatre@aol.com.
Specifically, I am looking for a player 6'4 or better who plays big. The team is based in Brooklyn and we are having workouts all next week. The rest of the roster is very solid and we should be strong in the tournament.'
7/20/01 JLATJBB: 'Oceanside gave Hempstead's A team a tough game tonight in the Hemstead Pro-Am summer league at Kennedy Park. Oceanside stayed within 7 points throughout the game playing with only 5 players and no big man. Oceanside was led by the strong play of Bayo Dibassy 25pts. 9 rebounds and Jimmy Herold 18pts. and 7 assists and 8 rebounds. Freshman Tommy Herold who just came back from Tennessee where his 15u gaucho team won the AAU national championship played a strong game at point guard for the Oceanside Varsity squad. Bobby Cabel and Eric Naughton helped Oceanside keep the game close with their tough defense and relentless hustle. The strong Hempstead team prevailed in the end behind the great play of Aubin Scott 25pts. and the strong play of Patrick Coleman underneath.'
7/19/01 Coach Jimmy Salmon: 'Playaz Ball, 2001 - Eight teams will play nine games at Hoop Zone (201-568-7422) located at 63 Route 4 East in Englewood, New Jersey. Saturday 7/21 7:00 pm court 1 - Playaz Red vs Juice Crew, court 2 - Newark Rams vs Ct. Select. 8:30 pm court 1 - Playaz Gold vs LI Roadrunners, court 2 - Gauchos vs Sonny Hill. Sunday 7/22 4:00 pm court 1 - winner of game 1 and 4, court 2 winner of game 2 and 3. 5:15 pm court 1 - loser game 1 and 4, court 2 - loser game 2 and 3. 6:45 pm 3rd place game for game 5 & 6 losers, 7:15 pm championship game for game 5 & 6 winners. Admission is $5.'
7/19/01 Glenn Bynes: 'The Queens Rim Rockers are a solid group of basketball players from "THE CITY". Here is a list of a few who are making some noise. If you don't have these players on your list, check them out. New York City Peter Caris, 11th grade SG, Aviation High School -- Great shooter, can drive to the hole, and dish the ball. Evans Pyrrhon, 7th grader SG IS 141 School. Very fast, Can create for himself, good ball handling skills, knows the game well. Rafael King, 8th Grader SF IS 141 School. Can Rebound very well, goes strong to the hoop every time, is not intimidated by a bigger defender. Greg Dwyer 9th Grader SF McClancy High School Good shooter, goes strong to the hoop, rebounds, and always gets good position while playing defense. John Miller, 10th Grader PG Molloy High School. Moves the ball very fast, knows the game well, can score and shoot the ball, plays tremendous defense.'
7/19/01 Newsday: AAU Champs -- LI Gauchos?
7/19/01 NJO: Coach Bob Hurley embarks on new career move.
7/19/01 NJ Hoops: Eastern strong again in Week 2.
7/19/01 New York Post: BYU Guard, Daniel Bobik on a Mission.
7/18/01 Louis Xifaras, Queens Rimrockers Director of Basketball Operations: 'Updates on our home page ( www.QueensRimRockers.com) from this past weekend that includes wins over Runnin Hustlers, NYC Panters, and Broncos. Check out all our reports at Queens RimRockers Notes Webpage.'
7/18/01 LOVE2REF4EVER: 'Giving all you got to make it to the next level. As an official working on and off the court to be the best that I can be is sometimes hard. I have to be knowledgeable of the rules, professional, physically fit, and hustle hard during the games. With all of this in mind I still may not always get the respect that I deserve, the assignment that I want, or make it to the next level. Officiating basketball is not an occupation; it is an avocation. The fee that I receive for games is sometimes low and the time spent away from family and loved ones is great. During the summer months if an official is trying to move up the ladder or is working on improving their skills there are camps that he or she may wish to attend. These camps are not vacations for officials just like they are not vacations for the players. The cost of some of these camps can start from $275.00 to $475.00 and according to where they are located this may require airfare. At these camps I get observed by clinicians and my games are videotaped and studied for improvement. When this summer is over I will have attended three officiating camps, and worked various High School Classics where there are no fees! Officials sometimes have to work games to establish good relations with College Assigners in the event that this is your goal. And let's not mention the summer tournaments that I officiate, Rucker, Citywide, UDC, Entertainers, Nike Swish, Each One-Teach One etc. So when you see me or my fellow officials out there busting our chops to control games and make sure that the rules are respected, don't just think we are a bunch of zebras with no life. Just tell yourself maybe he or she just "Loves To Ref."
7/18/01 BlueChipHoops: First Half Best of the Best.
7/18/01 UDC results -- Saturday, July 14.on the UDC, 2001 page.
7/18/01 BERASM: 'The Harlem Lions Senior Team played @ Dyckman Summer League vs Rising Stars. Final Score was 93-91 in O/T the Rising Stars. The Harlem Lions Senior Team are now 2-1. The Rising Stars were led by Allan Ray and Curtis Stinson. Alonzo Brown and Carl Elliott made their Dyckman debut. The Stars controlled most the game but the Lions came back to take a 63-59 lead with 5:00 to play behind the scoring of Eric Sterling and Petey Nelson. Tahan Engram provided a key 4 pts spark to keep the game close and had a key assist to Eric Sterling to tie the game and maybe take a 1 pt lead with 1sec to go but Eric missed the f/t and the score remained tied at 82 - 82 all in regulation."
7/18/01 RivalsHoops: Gary DeCesare Helps Make Three Stripes A Classic.
7/17/01 A final word of thanks and congratulations to Dennis Gregory on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/17/01 Apples Best Ballaz: AAU Reports, 7/14-7/15 UDC.
7/17/01 All Star Report: ABCD Overall Senior Ratings and Profiles Part 1 includes Lenny Cooke, Elijah Ingram, Carmelo Anthony, Allan Ray and Jason Fraser.
7/17/01 ESPN: Andre Sweet transferring closer to home.
7/17/01 FoxSports: 'The report that a mother of one of the better high school players in the country received money from the director of the Nike All-America camp is sure to further fire up those NCAA and college administrators who’ve been decrying the summer basketball “culture”.'
7/16/01 NJO: St. Anthony wins title with defense.
7/16/01 Coach Carlton Screen: FYA summmer basketball at West 4th finished with a 4-2 record in the High School Division and made the first round of the playoffs. The team consists of Woody Souffrant, Levi Levine, Malcolm Peterkin, Steve Sutton, Fabian Richards, Max Menard, Jamaal Carty, Fernando Jordan, Sean Watson, Anderson Labaze, Perrin Shea There were a few college scouts out to see our last game against the Lions and FYA won by 40 plus points. Malcolm played very well scoring at will.'
7/16/01 Ray Floriani, Eastern Basketball Basketball Times: 'I officiated that St.Anthony's - Rice quarterfinal at the Metro. Outstanding contest !! Rice big man has a smooth as silk touch and is emerging a great player. Again, great work at NYC/NJ Hoops.'
7/16/01 NJ Hoops: St. Anthony's wins Metro. And St. Pat's trims Elizabeth in quarters.
7/16/01 BRO: Passaic - Very little rust.
7/16/01 John P. Miciotta: ' I had a chance to watch two local teams, the Long Island Panthers and the Westchester Hawks in Saturday's three stripes classic.
7/16/01 AllStar Report: Panthers Win Three Stripes Tournament.
7/16/01 Peter Abraham, Journal News: Summer courtship.
7/16/01 Coach Will Stasiuk: ' www.psalhoops.com is back in action after a 3 month break! In the past week over 400 names have been added to our psal alumni lists and we are always looking for more. Also the PSAL has released its 2001-2002 league schedule on their website and we have linked to it at www.psalhoops.com The new schedule features drastic realignment as 16 teams have been moved up from the PSAL B league into the A league. Queens A has changed from a 2 division borough back to its historic 3 division borough. (LIC, Flushing, T. Harris, John Adams, John Bowne & Aviation moved up) The Bronx A has added a second division as well (Bronx Science, & Alfred Smith have moved up) Neither Brooklyn (Automotive, Banneker, Grand St. Campus) or Manhattan (Thurgood Marshall, Brandeis, Stuyvesant, Comprehensive Model, Urban Peace & Hunter) have added any new divisions, but these teams have moved up.
All this should prove for quite an interesting upcoming year in PSAL hoops!'
7/15/01 Frank McCree and JSHUTTLESWURTH on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/15/01 Rivals High: Elijah Ingram Bails Out St. Anthony's.
7/15/01 At 10:30 this morning they were playing two chess games at IS8 - no basketball. But there are some recent results on the IS8 Nike Summer League, 2001 page.
At CityWide Crack is Wack the Abyssinian midgets edged RCSP (Roberto Clemente State Park) 37 - 35 and The CAS Warriors squeeked past Riverside Church A 47 - 45. There are schedule updates on the 2001 Nike CityWide Summer League page.
The Bronx Kings midgets beat Mt Vernon 52 - 47 in the second game on court A, while the Bronx Wildcats nipped the Renaissance Warriors 54 - 51 on court B. Earlier results on the UDC 2001 page.
7/15/01 NJ Hoops: Elite 8 set at Metro. And Passaic edges C.B.A.
7/15/01 LFBALL: Basketball, Basketball, Basketball, Highschool Style on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/15/01 NJO: Faces get familiar for St. Benedict's. Team melding under Danny Hurley.
7/15/01 BlueChipHoops.com: Peach Jam Saturday's News And Notes - Riverside Ousted.
7/15/01 Newsday: Big Apple Games at Franklin K. Lane High School a Cure For Stir-Crazy Kids.
7/14/01 Steve Oates: 'Six of eight Metro Classic quarterfinalists - Seton Hall Prep beat Bergen Catholic, Passaic beat CBA, Elizabeth beat Xaverian, St. Pat's beat Grady, Saint Anthony's versus St. John Neuman ? Rice beat Don Bosco, Harrisburg beat Paterson Catholic, Charlestown versus St. Raymond's ?' More on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/14/01 Pdiddy9682: '3 stripes -- The Long Island Panthers defeated Texas Blue Chip 68-63 in the Gold Championship of the Three Stripes Classic at Hofstra. The Panthers were lead by Charlie Villanueva, Taquan Dean and Curtis Sumpter on the offensive end while Jason Fraser blocked any shot he wanted to on the inside. The Panthers overcame two 13 point deficits including a 13-0 run by Blue Chip to start the game.'
7/14/01 Frank McCree on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/14/01 Rich: 'Semifinal action at the inaugural Three Stripes Classic is set. At 12 noon, LA Rockfish will face the LI Panthers and D. C. Assault will meet the Texas Blue Chips. The winners advance to the 3pm finale.
Six teams finished their pool play undefeated: New Orleans Jazz, Beach Ball Select, LA Rockfish, LI Panthers, Baltimore Select, and D. C. Assault.
Quarterfinal results: LI Panthers took Tim Thomas Playaz, D. C. Assault bested Baltimore Select, LA Rockfish knocked off New Orleans Jazz and Texas Blue Chips beat Beach Ball Select.'
7/13/01 All Star Report: Peach Jam Report #2 - Scores & More. ABCD Seniors: Positional Rankings, All Star Game Notes.
7/13/01 The Metro Classic third round, 'sweet sixteen' games will be played tomorrow evening. If form holds (it never does!), these are the probable matchups for the four brackets:
Seton Hall Prep vs Bergen Catholic, CBA vs Passaic.
St. Joes Metuchen vs Xaverian or St. Benedict, Christ the King or Grady vs. St. Patrick.
St Anthony vs St. Dominic or Bishop Loughlin, Don Bosco Prep vs Linden or Rice.
Paterson Catholic vs Camden Catholic, Newark East Side vs Teaneck or St Raymonds.
More on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/13/01 BRO: Paterson Catholic future on display at Metro Classic.
7/13/01 Dwayne "Coach D" Murray, Mt. Vernon Basketball @ ABCD
7/13/01 Rich: 'The first annual Three Stripes Classic, a 24 team tournament, started this evening at Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY. Opening Day Results are as follows: Texas Blue Chips 75 Philadelphia Panthers 44. New Orleans Jazz 87 L. I. Lightning 59. Beach Ball Select 82 Houston Superstars 78 (OT). Illinois Fire 57 Newark Rams 55. L. A. Rockfish 68 Tim Thomas Playaz 65. Michigan Mustangs 74 Westchester Hawks 61. L. I. Panthers 48 Detroit/Inland 30. Atlanta Celtics 85 Albany City Rocks 64. Southeast Raptors 65 Juice All-Stars 64. Baltimore Select 81 Connecticut Select 63. D. C. Assault 83 NY Ravens 72. Richmond Squires 65 Team Carolina 46.
The Long Island Panthers, featuring Taquan Dean, Ontea Gates, Marvin McCullough, Mike Claxton, Tim Doyle, Aubin Scott, Curtis Sumpter, Jason Fraser and Charlie Villanueva were the most impressive of the NYC/NJ area teams.
Earl Risby, Arthur Bowers, Travis Outlaw, Darius Washington, Eric Price, Chadd Moore, Chris Bosh, Sani Ibrahim, Raymond Felton, Donnie McGrath, Allan Ray, Francisco Garcia were some of the 2001 Adidas ABCD Camp all-stars who were in action tonight.
The action resumes on Friday, July 13 at 9am. 36 games will take place with the last quartet of games beginning at 9pm. Saturday's action begins at 9am and ends with a 3pm championship game. Directions to Hofstra University are available at the Hofstra site.
Daily admission is $5.00.'
7/13/01 Rivals Hoops: Results From Three Stripe Classic.
7/13/01 NJO: Elijah Ingram wasn't caught up in camp aura.
7/13/01 BTURN01: 'Tonite at I.S. 8 the Pythons beat the Queens Cobras by a score of 82-63. Leading the way for the Pythons were Rob Rodriquez (Campus Magnet), and Victor Morris (Cardozo as of Sept 2001) both players had 21 pts a piece. Dwayne Johnson (Cardozo) had his usual steady performance scoring 15 pts and dishing out 7 assts. Mel Peart controlled the interior scoring 11pts and pulling down 12 rebs. With this win the Pyhtons improved their record to 3-1.'
7/12/01 Metro Classic is a 64 school team tournament with a winners and losers (two and you're gone) bracket. The games will be played on Saturday and Sunday, July 14 & 15th. on eight courts at Seton Hall University. The first round begins at 9:00 am through round three starts at 7:45 pm. The Sunday quarters, semis and championship starts are at 11:15, 1:30 and 3:35. Details on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
7/12/01 Daily News: City Kids Enjoy Camping. Collegiate's Great Scott -- Will Scott, the son of Knicks team doctor Norman Scott.
7/12/01 BlueChipHoops.com: ABCD Underclassmen All-Star Game. And ABCD Senior All-Star Game.
7/12/01 RivalsHoops: Why I Would Start My Team With Jason Fraser. Focus on Taquan Dean. Tim Doyle Deserved ABCD All Star Invitation. Kudos To Providence For Jumping On Donnie McGrath.
7/12/01 Matt Grasso @ ABCD
7/12/01 Peter Abraham: 'Cashbig may feel Gary Irvin belonged in the ABCD all-star game. That's fine, maybe he did. But why attack Donnie McGrath? Donnie averaged 12 points and 4.4 assists (tied for third in the camp) and shot 48 percent from the floor while playing for one of the least talented camp teams. He then scored eight points and had five assists in the all-star game and more than held his own. I don't see the point of tearing down a good player and a good kid. Just my opinion.'
7/12/01 The Apple's Best Ballaz -- ABCD Camp Report.
7/12/01 '5'10" sophomore PG Chakiris McBrown (L.I.Lutheran HS) was named M.V.P.and ALL-STAR M.V.P.in the NCAA division at Eastern Invitational Basketball Camp this week.His team went undefeated with a perfect record of 10-0.'
7/12/01 BRO: If 11th-graders try for NBA.
7/12/01 Newsday: From Boys to Men: More Kids Eye NBA.
7/12/01 Sporting News, Mike DeCourcy: NBA should exercise more caution with young players.
7/12/01 JSHUTTLESWURTH @ ABCD on the best high school bball player - Sebastian Telfair. Cashbig also @ ABCD on Gary Irvin's all star game snub.
7/12/01 Brian Johns: 'Here are the 15/u AAU Nationals All-Tournament Team Selections:
1.6-9 250 PF AL Jefferson, Jackson Tigers, MS. 2.6-1 165 CG Russell Robinson, NY Gauchos, NY. 3.5-10 155 CG Sean Singletary, Phila. Patriots, PA. 4.5-11 150 SG Darius Washington, Orlando Fastbreak, FL. 5.5-8 160 PG Andre Allen, Memphis YOMCA, TN. 6.6-7 320 C Glen Davis, Sports Acadmey, LA. 7.6-8 215 PF Joshua Smith, Atlanta Celtics, GA. 8.6-0 170 CG Sundiata Gaines, Bronx Gauchos, NY. 9.6-6 175 WF Charles Thomas, Jackson Tigers, MS. 10.6-1 170 CG Lyndale Burleson, Rotary Style, WA.
Honorable Mention: Randolph Morris 6-9 Atlanta Celtics, Jerell Houston 6-7 CF YOMCA, Tony Douglas 5-10 PG ATL Prep Stars, Antonio Wilson 5-10 CG Orlando Fastbreak, Paul Delaney 6-2 WG Stone Mountain, Lamar Robinson 6-5 WF Sports Academy, Robert Clark 6-4 WG Jackson Tigers, Dwayne Jarett 6-5 WF CJ Jammers, Bambale Osby 6-6 PF Richmond Squires, Otis Campbell 6-1 WG Jersey City B&G Club, Ronald Ramon 5-10 PG Bronx Gauchos, Maurice Walters 6-4 PF Bronx Gauchos, Clent Stewart 6-3 CG Tusla Jr. Hurricanes, Desean White 6-5 PF Phila Patriots, Peter Prowitt 6-9 PF Fairfax Stars, Baree Ward 5-10 PG IBC'
7/11/01 ABCD and Monster Showcase are done, 3 Stripes is beginning, but the Metro Classic will be this weekend at Seton Hall - 64 school teams in a single elimination tourney. It's this region's biggest summer event and the only real chance to see most of the top school teams compete during the summer. Dennis Gregory and I will try to have a preview ready for tomorrow night, but in the meantime please send mail to nycnjhoops@aol.com and vote for your choice for the top 5 (and only 5) school teams for 2001 - 2002. I'll post voting totals before and after this weekend.
As a reminder the Daily News final poll and the NJO final poll may help.
7/11/01 ESPN: Sebastian Telfair shows he's the real deal. And Great 1-on-1 matchups on display.
7/11/01 CNNSI: Lenny's land -- Reigning MVP Cooke marked man at ABCD camp.
7/11/01 CBS Sportsline: Lenny Cooke looks good, but LeBron James' game is better.
7/11/01 I've updated the link page for the 27 sites that I reference daily to help update this site.
7/11/01 USA Today: NBA camping out in search for stars.
7/11/01 NJO: NBA Draft an option for Randy Foye. And Coach Tommy Amaker still feels pain of departure.
7/11/01 BRO: What coaches are looking for in top players.
7/11/01 InJersey: Destined for NBA, Lenny Cooke, LeBron James stage camp war.
7/11/01 John P. Miciotta & JSHUTTLESWURTH @ ABCD.
7/11/01 BlueChipHoops.com: adidas ABCD Camp Report. And Buzzer-Beater Enhances The Legend of LeBron James.
7/11/01 New York Post: Lincoln's Sebastian Telfair Feels less Pressure Learning His ABCD
7/11/01 NJ Hoops: Zach Martin has choices
7/11/01 Newsday: Brooklyn Duo -- Gary Ervin and Curtis Sumpter -- Adjusts To Camp-Quality Play.
7/11/01 Daily News: Local Kids Zone In On Keeping Up.
7/10/01 NJO: Dot-coms at ABCD Camp leave NCAA, others wary. And John Blackgrove left to ponder future.
7/10/01 InJersey: Randy Foye mulling NBA jump.
7/10/01 CBS Sportsline: Excitement builds for Lebron James vs. Lenny Cooke matchup.
7/10/01 EliteHoopRecruits.com: Lenny Cooke is the best of the best. And Jason Fraser disappointed in his camp. Sophomore - Sebastian Telfair - competes with Roberson. And Elijah Ingram shows he is among the best.
7/10/01 Russ Blake @ Insiders Report: Francisco Garcia Verbals To Louisville.
7/10/01 BTURN01: 'The Pythons played their first game at "The Show Me What You Got" tourney being held at J.H.S 275 in Brooklyn. They beat the house team which just happened to be the Brooklyn Beasts. Dwayne Johnson (Cardozo) was a one man show he scored 28 pts, dished out 6 assts, and had 4 steals. Rob Rodriguez (Campus Magnet) also came up big scoring 18pts and hitting 4 trey's. The final score was 63-55.'
7/10/01 UDC Weekend Results, Week 4 on the UDC 2001 page.
7/10/01 Daily News: Prospects Eyeing the Storm -- Elijah Ingram & Jason Fraser weigh St. John's. And Can't Keep Brooklyn Out of Elliah Clark. And Allan Ray Picks Villanova.
7/10/01 New York Post: St. Ray's Allan Ray has Nova in his Future.
7/10/01 InJersey: Neptune's Taquan Dean staying busy at ABCD camp.
7/10/01 NJO Zakee Boyd in credit crunch, leaves St. Anthony.
7/10/01 BRO: Dan Grunfeld -- A game that's in his blood. And NBA scouts are camping out for scholastic stars.
7/10/01 Newsday: Jason Fraser Isn’t Getting Ahead of Himself. And Allan Ray Makes His Choice: Villanova.
7/10/01 Midhudsonhoops: 'I would just like to mention a kid from what many consider "upstate" since many believe once you leave NYC there is no other talent. First is 6'7 pf/c Ellis Coleman of New Paltz High, at 6'7 265 ( and growing 2-3inches left) he can shoot the three, rebound, and plays solid defense away and near the basket. He also has a variety of post moves that are efficient. His only weakness is foot speed which will improve as time goes on. In my eyes he has to be considered one of the top 100 rising seniors, but has not had the opportunity to showcase his skills like a lot of the other players from his class. He plays for the Sullivan Eagles AAU team which will be participating at the 17u nationals in FLA. He will be attending the 2nd week of eastern and the last week of five star.'
7/9/01 Sporting News: Villanova lands highly touted Bronx recruit Allan Ray.
7/9/01 Russ Blake @ Insiders Report: St. Benedict's Making Noise by Landing Transfers
7/9/01 New York Post: High School Hop.
7/9/01 NJ Hoops: NJ Hoopers at Adidas ABCD.
7/9/01 BlueChipHoops.com: Adidas Camp Underway.
7/9/01 BRO: Elijah Ingram -- A case in points.
7/9/01 Daily News: Lenny Cooke's Decision Isn't Easy as ABCD. And Camp Has School of Thought.
7/9/01 Newsday: Allan Ray -- Another St. Ray's Star Steals ABCD Show. And Quincy Douby -- Camp Invite Better Late Than Never.
7/8/01 Kingsport Tennessee, Times News: Gauchos down Jackson Tigers for 15 Under AAU title.
7/8/01 Pdgolf: 'Westchester Hawks were down in Kingsport Tennessee to play in the 15u National Championships. They finished tied for first in pool play with two other teams, but missed out on point differential, so they moved into the 56 team Classic Championship rather than the National Championship. The Hawks made it to the quarter finals and lost to a team from Chicago by 2, finishing in the top 8 in the Classic. Hawks did a great job and had great play by Dave McClure, Chris Diasparra, Jamie Procino, Brett Loscalzo Taj Finger. Matt Hickey, Ryan Schneider, Craig Davis, Ron Miles, Steve Sorhaindo did a great job for the Hawks.Westchester Hawks would like to say congratulations to the New York Gauchos for becoming 15u National Champs.'
7/8/01 BERASM: 'The Harlem Lions Junior Team played @ The Dyckman Summer League@ Dyckman Houses Park . Their opponent today was Dyckman Junior Team. It was an up and down but in the end the Lions prevailed 63 to 57. For Lions, Alex Harrison led the way with 15pts., 5 steals. They also got contributions from Jahkeem Washington ( 14pts, 5 steals, 4ast.) and Matthew Pink ( 10pts, 10 rebs.). For Dyckman, Francisco Aromboles led the way with 15pts., 6 rebs. They also got contributions from Juan Lopez 10 pts. and Edwin Araujo with 8pts.'
7/8/01 UDC rain site for midget through college games is Evander Childs HS, 800 East Gunhill Rd (entrance is around the back on Magenta Avenue).
Sammy Mejia scored 31 points for the LPac seniors as they squeezed East Orange 68 - 49. In the midget game Rockland won the upstate war taking Mt Vernon 56 - 47. K Nova (13) and D Perez (12) led Rockland while E Whitehurst (15) and N Coburn (14) paced Mt Vernon. More on the UDC 2001 page.
7/8/01 Class 2002 coverage is now at 121.
7/8/01 BlueChipHoops.com: First Annual Monster Showcase.
7/8/01 Newsday: So, What's Next For Prep star Lenny Cooke, Storm or NBA? And Storm Eyes Top ABCD Campers.
7/7/01 ESPN Class of 2002: Top 100 seniors includes Lenny Cooke, Jason Fraser, Elijah Ingram, Randy Foye, Curtis Sumpter, Taquan Dean, Allan Ray, John Winchester and Mike Lasme.
7/7/01 The teams for CityWide Queens and Manhattan are now listed on the 2001 Nike CityWide Summer League page. Schedules and results will be posted soon.
7/7/01 This week's high school results on the IS8 Nike Summer League, 2001 page.
7/7/01 BERASM: 'The Harlem Lions senior team played @ St. Mary's Summer League against Praise Warriors ( Copigue,LI ). The final score was 70-46 Lions. They were led by Sam Edwards (24pts, 14 rebs, 7 blks) and Tahan Engrams ( 13 pts., 4 stls). Alonzo Brown and Tahan Engram ( FDA starting backcourt) took control of the game from the start by taking the opposing guards right out the game forcing 15 turnovers in the first half. The Lions also got some help from Malik Brown (10 pts) and Levon Hickman (8pts.) off the bench.'
7/6/01 Louis Xifaras: 'Take a look at the Queens RimRockers results and stories from City Wide, Nike, Kenny Anderson, and Adidas Broncos Tournament.'
7/6/01 BERASM: 'After starting the summer season with a record of 2-1 @ St.Mary's (LI) summer league and being rainout three games @ Dyckman, The Harlem Lions Senior Team finally made their debut @ Dyckman Summer League yesterday. They play against Team And 1 (Jim Couch Foundation). The final score was 41-38 Lions. The Lions were without Sam Edwards (discipline) and Alonzo Brown (college visit) . The Lions were led by Steve Souma (16pts) and Tahan "The Cop" Engram (10pts and 4stls). The Lions won the game on the defensive end by forcing Team And 1 to a total 18 turnovers. Team And 1 was led by Dante Milligan with 18 pt. and 12rebs(9 offensive).'
7/6/01 BTURN01: 'Yesterday at I.S. 8 the Pythons beats R.A.I. The Pythons were led by Dwayne Johnson (Cardozo) who had 15 pts& 8 assists, Rob Rodriquez (Campus Magnet) who also had 15 pts, and Melverne Peart (Cardozo) who had 13 pts & at least 10 boards.'
7/6/01 Inquirer: Sterling's Ernest Turner still hopes to get UNLV eligibility
7/6/01 AllStar Report: Sneaker Camps: Version 2001.
7/6/01 BlueChipHoops.com: 2001 Nike All-America Camp Invitees.
7/5/01 The Times Herald-Record: John Oates won't get puffed up by accolades.
7/5/01 Dwayne "Coach D" Murray, Mt. Vernon Basketball -- Weighing in on the Public vs. Catholic School issue.
7/5/01 Nathan Blue's Real Scout Basketball National Hoop Summary -- Peter Ramos to Puerto Rico for professional ball.
7/5/01 Inquirer: Dominick Mejia set to embark on summer road trip.
7/4/01 BlueChipHoops.com: Up Close With Oak Hill's Eric Wilkins.
7/4/01 THREEDEE25: 'Just a reminder: The Monster Showcase is being run this weekend in Englewood, NJ at the Hoop Zone Complex. This event, which is being run by the people from 5-Star should be a great success. From what I understand a talented field of 80 players will participate in the event.
Also, in the Public-Catholic debate. I would like to add my 2 cents. It depends on the individual kid and the individual school. A motivated kid is a motivated no matter where he goes. Some kids need the structure. However, it is not fair to say that that structure comes from Catholic school. There are many fine public schools that provide structure and discipline. It also depends on the coach. If a kid has an opportunity to go to a school with a great coach who puts in the time, then he should attend. This is where caution from the parents comes to play. It just seems that there are certain schools year in and year out where kids frequently are either academically ineligible, don't meet college requirements, kids show poor sportsmanship on the floor, or transfer out to another school. Then on the other hand there are schools year in and year out where the majority of the kids make the honor roll, go on to college, etc.. and become future leaders and not just NBA basketball players.'
7/4/01 Winston Lang: 'The Brooklyn Bridge Super Biddy team played in the Brooklyn, Queens City Wide this past weekend and crushed Brooklyn USA Super Biddy (A) team 47-13 led by Shenon Johannes and Brandon Romain with 12 points apiece. Jeremiah Brown chipped in with 7 points and 4 assists. All of the Brooklyn Bridge Super Biddy roster reached the scoring column. You can check out this Super biddy team on Saturday, July, 7 2001 at 9:00 am at the Brooklyn, Queens City Wide. Hope to see you there.' Web note: Earlier games on the CityWide, 2110 page.
7/4/01 Brooklyn Scout: 'Keep up with all the JUCO signings/commits at: Big Apple Sports. -- The latest New York JUCO grad headed to the NCAA ranks next fall is Windell Spaulding, a 6-5 forward at SUNY-Canton who signed with Dominican College, a Division II school in Orangeburg (NY). A graduate of Stevenson HS in the Bronx, Spaulding averaged 14.8 points this season and led the Northstars in rebounding (12.0) and blocked shots (2.75). He was named to the All Mid-State Conference Team and, in his final game at Canton, poured in 29 points and grabbed a career-high 29 rebounds in a 118-108 win over Tompkins-Cortland.
In recent incoming JUCO signings: Broward (FL) inked a pair of New York guards: 6-5 Ricardo Knight from Sheepshead Bay and 6-4 Joe Marino from Holy Cross. Marino received third team All-City honors by New York Newsday after compiling averages of 19.9 points and 6.8 rebounds while leading the Knights to a 20-win season.
Monroe College in the Bronx announced the signings of a pair of 6-4 guards: Rashaan Simmons of Ossining (NY)and Lashard Duren of Bronx Kennedy HS. Simmons, a first team All-Westchester performer in 1999-2000 averaging 25 ppg., spent part of this year at Milford Academy. Duren, a member of Kennedy's PSAL champions in 1999-2000 as a junior, averaged 19 points this season and was a first team All-Bronx selection.
Odessa (TX) got a national letter of intent from 6-8 power forward Nathaniel Parker, a second team All-Queens performer from Jamaica HS. The Wranglers also announced the transfer of Maurice Jackson, a 6-8 forward from St. Anthony's (NJ) HS, who averaged 9.5 points and 4.5 rebounds in 24 games at Vincennes (IN) last season.'
7/3/01 LOVE2REF4EVER & bonfire12 on the Daily News and FDA.
7/3/01 Game results from the weekend on the UDC 2001 page and at The Apple's Best Ballaz, AAU Reports.
7/3/01 Keith Mason Nathan Blue: public and catholic schools.'
7/2/01 FordCoach1: 'Poly Prep camp -- I don't know if you would call this a camp or a schedule of games. Each team plays two games a night for three nights. Teams playing are Xaverian, Mclancy, Loyola, St Edmund's, Poly Prep, Cathdral Prep, Xavier, Colligate, St. Mary's Manhasset, & Nazareth. These games are taped and reviewed by the refs to guage thier ability on the court. Most of the games have been very competetive with Xaverian & St. Mary's looking pretty impressive. There is still one night left with a full slate of games starting at six pm. All teams will play two games tomorrow night.'
7/2/01 notoriousmcr: 'Sean Banks 6'7" Jr. Bergen Catholic, is blowing up. He is currently playing with the Tim Thomas Playaz, who are now recognized as one of the best AAU programs in the nation. He was very impressive when I watched him play in Providence Jam Fest, Playaz Tourney, and Rumble in the Bronx. Most recently in Tha Big Apple Classic, he has emerged as leading scorer, and one of top players around.' NJ Hoops: High Individual Game Scorers at Big Apple Classic.
7/2/01 Ryan Biddulph, LFBALL & Amauro Austin: more on Derrick Caracter & public and catholic schools.'
7/2/01 Louis Xifaras: 'On Friday, the Queens RimRockers won the YMHA championship in Bay Terrace. The team was led by Danny Artest with 24 points. Colson Dempster contributed with 12 points. Cliff Clinkscale made some key passes to Wesley Walker for some easy hoops. Clarence Smith played good defense down the stretch and Dalmorlie Williamson and Sialvian Browne controlled the boards in the 3rd quarter. Vladamir Gerve also made some key plays to help RR win their second championship.'
7/1/01 JSHUTTLESWURTH: 'This post has to deal with the ongoing battle between public and catholic schools.'
7/1/01 BTURN01: 'The Pythons (15& under) defeated the Renaissance Warriors by 4 pts today at UDC. The Pythons were lead by Dwayne Johnson (Cardozo), Victor Morris (just graduated from 8th grade), Rob Rodriquez and Kevin Casey (Campus Magnet).'
7/1/01 Joe Hickey: 'I saw the Westchester Hawks 15u team down in Kingsport Tennessee at the Nationals play the St. Louis Eagles which is one of the best teams in the midwest. The Eagles were led in the first half by 6'8 Kalen Grimes, Xavier Price. The Hawks were down 30-20 with 2 minutes left in the half and went on an 11-0 run to end the half and were up 31-30. In the second half the Hawks jumped out to an 11 point lead going into the fourth quarter. With one minute left the Eagles cut the lead to one point. McClure went to the line for the Hawks and hit two key foul shots to put them up 3 for good. Leading the way for the Hawks was Dave McClure with 19, Chris Diasparra with 16 and Jamie Procino with 12. Final score 63-60. Rounding out the Hawks National team are: Taj Finger, Matt Hickey, Craig Davis, Steve Sorhaindo, Ron Miles, Ryan Schneider, Brett Loscalzo. The Hawks will be playing the Chicago Dynasty tomorrow at 10:30.'
7/1/01 ACCToday Kruse: Feel The Draft
7/1/01 Russ Blake @ Insiders Report: Allan Ray Has Top Seven List.
7/1/01 Daily News: Test of Character.
7/1/01 Nathan Blue's Real Scout Hoop Summary -- 'the start of the most important month of a high school baller looking to head to college in Sept of 2002.'
7/1/01 BRO: The Year's Top 10 includes John Blackgrove: Twice as grand and Passaic basketball: Finally, a final.
7/1/01 Galen65: '.. could please post metro hoop article on 6th, 7th, & 8th Graders display their talent at Metro Hoops Elementary Showcase?' Web note: This is a good review from 6/3/01 Showcase, but the download is brutally slow. Be wary about linking to this story.
7/1/01 NJO: Boy Wonder -- Derrick Caracter.
7/1/01 Frank McCree: 'Seton Hall Prep unofficial SID, Jeff Goldberg told me that the Hall won the 32 team Big Apple Classic at FDU last weekend. Pirates defeated Bergen Tech 84-23, Iona Prep 58-46, Bergen Catholic 47-34, White Plains 64-33, and Rice 51-50. In title game, Jamar Nutter hit winner on a shot from 3 point land with 0.25 remaining and then blocked shot with 2 seconds on clock. He had 20 points and Anthony Drejaj 13. The Hall will probably start 4 juniors and 1 senior this winter, though they have 3 very highly touted freshmen entering school in September.'
7/1/01 Coach Gary DeCesare: 'Metro Classic is July 14 and 15 at Seton Hall University. Dennis Gregory runs the tournament.' Web note: It's a chance to see the region's school teams during the summer. Usual participants include St. Rays, Rice, CK, Robeson, Linden, JFK Paterson, CBA, SHP, Camden Catholic, Teaneck, St. Benedict's, Bishop Francis, et. al. Intro is on the Metro Classic, 2001 page.
Coach Phil Colicchio: 'Linden hs will be at the Metro.'
Coach Jim Ring - 'See you at the Metro Classic in a few weeks.'
7/1/01 Steve Finamore: 'Caught the Gauchos once again Saturday night against BABC in the 16 and Under AAU Nationals in Detroit. After watching the Gauchos three-guard line-up Friday night consisting of Marlon Smith, Joe Sandberg, and Chris Bernard, I didn't think any team in the tournament could contain them. That is until I watched BABC's trio of guards dominate the Gauchos.
The Gauchos got off to a very slow start in the first quarter and found themselves trailing by eight after one period, and they never could get back into the game. Stevie Heiley, William Blaylock and Justin Dick did the job on both ends of the floor for BABC in leading the Boston team to a 63-46 win.
Marlon Smith started the game ice cold from the field. Sandberg and Bernard also struggled with BABC's suffocating defense. Alex Buzbee had a fine game for the Gauchos scoring a ton of points in the paint. Adrian Joseph also played well to keep the Gauchos within striking distance but a 16-6 fourth quarter defecit erased any chance for the Gauchos to pull this one out.
See ya at ABCD next week.'
7/1/01 GRIP 21023: 'Today at Real Good I saw the SONDAY Express take on the Queens Rimrockers. The game was close early on and the QRR were very impressive, the game was a nail biter. At half SONDAY had a 5 pt lead. The QRR came out with a new energy and a thirst for victory. The fourth was "crunch time" both teams played hard the QRR seemed to enjoy being against the wall therefore the QRR just simply out rebounded SONDAY. At the end qrr hit crucial "and1" shots and took the game.'
7/1/01 RICE41: On Thursday, the Queens RimRockers made it to the semi-final game in the Bay Terrace Y.M.H.A. league. We beat a team that had guard Bryan Geffen (St. Francis Prep) on it. Danny Artest led RR with 30 points, and Wesley Walker (Newtown) ran the point well for RR. The semi-final and championship game is Friday. Good Luck to coach Jimmy as he tries to lead us to our 2nd championship. Good job by Larry Jackson on coordinating the league.'
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