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The Falcons
A.C. Flora High School
Columbia, SC
Website: http://flora.richlandone.org/
Head Coach: Leon Brunson
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The 2011-2012 season saw the Falcons of A.C. Flora finishing the season with an overall record of 17 wins and 9 losses ending almost two decades of post-season futility. The Falcons were region runners-up in Region 5-3A and made it the SC Class 3A state Playoffs. This year’s team consists of five returning lettermen including Division 1 prospect Matt Howard (6’4 guard). AC Flora's team is a team that consists of only three seniors and will be looking for them to provide leadership to the younger players as they seek to build on the previous year's successes. A.C. Flora is coached by Leon Brunson who is beginning his 6th year overall as head coach and 3rd at Flora.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Matt Howard
Matt is a 6’4 senior guard who averaged 19 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists per game during the 2011-2012 basketball season. He is a two time team Most Valuable Player. Last season, Matthew's efforts placed him in elite company in AC Flora's storied history by eclipsing the1,000 point mark for a career. He has received interest from multiple colleges and universities including the likes of Stanford, Harvard, Furman, and Jacksonville.
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The Cavaliers
Richland Northeast High School
Columbia, SC
Website: http://www.richland2.org/rnh/
Head Coach: Jason Powell |
The Cavaliers of Richland Northeast High School are coming off a 21-5 record after losing in the second round of the 4A State Playoffs. The Cavaliers were Co-Region Champions and they won the championship of Capital City Classic Invitational. The Cavaliers were once again one of the top defensive teams in the state only giving up 47 points per game. To be successful again this upcoming season, the Cavaliers will again rely on being a tough defensive-minded team and will rely on the leadership from returning starter Devante Anderson and the scoring of transfer Aaron Scott who is a Division I recruit. Richland Northeast is coached by Jason Powell who will be entering his 12th season as a head coach (10 of those at RNE). Coach Powell likes the work ethic of his 6 returning players and feels they have the possibility of having another 20 win season. Powell's overall coaching record stands at 183 wins and 106 losses.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Devante Anderson
Devante Anderson is a 6'3 senior guard who averaged 8 points per game on a balanced 21-5 team last season. Devante is a very versatile player who can play any position on the floor. His leadership will be heavily depended on this season. He is currently hearing from many D2 and low D1 schools.
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The Greenies
Christ School
Asheville, NC
Website: http://www.christschool.org/
Head Coach: David Gaines |
The Christ School basketball team finished the 2011-2012 season with a record of 32-5 that included winning the championship of the Arby’s Classic (TN) with a victory over Mentor High School (OH). The Greenies advanced to the NCISAA State Tournament semi-finals before losing to eventual state champion Ravenscroft snapping their 5-year reign as state champions. Christ School has won 6 of the past 8 NCISAA State Championships (2005, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011). The 2012-2013 Greenies return 8 key lettermen from last year’s team. They include seniors Shannon Hale, Jaylen Allen, and Matt Cioce. Hale, a forward, has made a verbal commit to the University of Alabama, while Allen, a guard, has interest from many Division I schools. The talented junior class includes, Josh Level, Eric Johnson, Alec Wnuk, Gabe Logan, and Kyle Husslein. Head Coach David Gaines (384-79) is beginning his 15th season at the helm of his alma mater. The Greenie basketball program has produced 19 NCAA Division I players since 2005.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Shannon Hale
Shannon Hale is a 6’8 nationally ranked senior forward who has committed to the University of Alabama. In 2011-2012 Shannon was named to the Asheville Citizen-Times All WNC First Team, as well as All Conference and All Tournament (Arby’s Classic). Shannon led the Greenies in scoring (averaged 15.3 points per game) while pulling down 6 rebounds per game and hitting 36% of his 3-point attempts. He scored in double digits in 30 games.
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The Trojans
Wesleyan Christian Academy
High Point, NC
Website: http://www.wesed.org/
Head Coach: Keith Gatlin
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The Trojans of Wesleyan Christian Academy completed their season this past year with an overall record of 22 wins and 9 losses that included making it to the 2nd round of the NCISAA state playoffs. With the return of 3 starters that include Division 1 prospects Theo Pinson (NC Co-Player of the Year), Montay Brandon, and JaQuel Richmond, along with newcomer 6’8 freshman sensation Harry Giles (USA Basketball National Team Invitee), the Trojans are looking forward to making a deep run in this year’s playoffs. Wesleyan Christian is coached by Keith Gatlin who is beginning his 4th year as head coach of the Trojans.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Theo Pinson
Theo is a 6’5 nationally ranked junior wing player who averaged 20 points and 8 rebounds to go along with 4 assists per game. He was named All-Conference, 1st Team All-State, and NC Co-Player of the Year this past year. Theo is being recruited by numerous high major Division I schools.
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The Rams
Hillcrest High School
Simpsonville, SC
Website: http://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/hillcrest/index.asp
Head Coach: Reggie Chopland
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The Hillcrest Rams finished the 2011-2012 season with a 22-5, a second place finish in Region II-4A, and lost in the second round of the playoffs. This marked the fifth consecutive season with at least 21 wins for the Rams. The team returns 8 lettermen, including all-region point guard DJ Brooks and all-region/all-state guard Tre’ Smith. Brooks and Smith will lead a team that also includes talented sophomores Tyler Hooker and Randall Shaw. The Rams continue to make deep runs into the playoffs and are looking to reach the next level. Coach Reggie Choplin is entering his 9th season as a head coach (all at Hillcrest) and has an overall record of 149-57.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Tre' Smith
Tre' Smith is a 6’3 senior guard who developed into the most consistent and versatile player for the Rams last season. He averaged 17ppg, 6rbs, and 3 assists and was an All-State selection in 2011-2012. Tre’ is a very unselfish player who will have a major impact for Hillcrest again this season. He has committed to play basketball next year at Charleston Southern University.
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The Royals
Christ the King High School
Middle Village, NY
Website: http://ctkrhs.site-ym.com/
Head Coach: Joe Arbitello
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During the 2011 – 2012 season the Royals of Christ the King High School finished with a record of 19-8, including an impressive 11 – 1 mark in league play. Royal’s senior and UConn commit Omar Calhoun became the school’s all-time leading scorer with 1756 points, surpassing a record held for more than two decades by former Royal and NBA Pro Khalid Reeves. The two-time defending league champion Royals were defeated in the quarter-final round by Mount St. Michael of the Bronx. This year’s team will feature the return of 9 players, including 4 starters and Division 1 recruits Jordan Fuchs (F), Jon Severe (G), Malik Harmon (PG), and Adonis Delarosa (C). Fifth- year Head Coach Joe Arbitello will continue to achieve unprecedented success in the NY Catholic League as the Royals look to achieve their 3rd City title in 4 years and 7th title appearance in the last 8 seasons.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Jon Severe
Jon is a 6’2 nationally ranked senior guard with 3 years’ experience on the varsity. Jon has received offers from Cincinnati and Xavier and is receiving interest from Rutgers, Florida and other Big East/SEC schools. He holds the CTK’s school record with 8 three pointers in one game. During the 2011-2012 basketball season is was named 2nd team All CHSAA “”AA” and NY Post All Queens 2nd Team along with being honored by the NY Daily News as All City Honorable Mention.
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The Tigers
Blanche Ely High School
Pompano Beach, FL
Website: http://blancheely.browardschools.com/
Head Coach: Melvin Randall
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The 2011-2012 Blanche Ely Tigers finished the season ranked #20 nationally in both USA and by ESPN with a record of 32-3, with all 3 losses coming to nationally ranked teams. The Tigers won the FHSAA 7A State Championship by defeating Orlando Oak Ridge 78-46. Although the Tigers graduated 5 key seniors, they do return 3 key lettermen from last year’s nationally ranked team. They include seniors Dallas Cameron (6’3 PG), Kahlil Thomas (6’8 PF/C) and Darrion Allen (6’2 SG). The tigers also added high touted junior guards Richard Lee (6’3 SG) and Lance Tejada (6’0 PG) both who are receiving state/national recruitment attention for the class of 2014. In addition, the tigers added talented Sophomore Therrell Gosier (6’7 PF). Head Coach Melvin Randall is beginning his 12th season as head coach at Blanche Ely. Prior to coming Blanche Ely, Coach Randall was the Head Coach at Deerfield Beach High School from 1994-2001. Melvin Randall has Coached four State Championship teams (1997, 1999, 2007 and 2012). He has compiled a record of 429 wins and 134 losses, and was named the Broward County Boys Basketball Coach of the Year five times, as well as being named the State of Florida Coach of the year three times. During his 19 years of coaching numerous of his players have gone on to play on the collegiate level, as well as the professional level.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Dallas Cameron
Dallas Cameron is a 6’3 senior point guard for the Blanche Ely Tigers. Dallas was a key component in the Tigers 2011-2012 run to the FHSAA 7A State Championship. He is a relentless defender and has been a leader and decision maker for this team as the Captain since his sophomore season. Dallas is being recruited by American University, Jacksonville University, University of North Florida, Lafayette University, Stetson University, University of Pennsylvania, Yale University and the University of South Carolina.
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The Mavericks
Miller School
Crozet, VA
Website: http://www.millerbasketball.com/
Head Coach: Scott Willard
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The Miller Mavericks under Head Coach Scott Willard finished their 2011-12 season with a record of 20-10 as a Virginia Division I State Quarterfinalist. After graduating 4 seniors that highlighted Andrew White (Kansas) and Janeil Jenkins (Citadel), Miller returns 5 seniors who will all play integral roles this year. Along with the seniors, Miller added 7 new underclassmen, highlighted by high-major prospect Isaac Copeland (6'10 / Raleigh, NC). The Mavericks have high expectations for this year and will be tested with a very competitive schedule, playing nationally acclaimed programs like Oak Hill (VA), Kingdom Prep (IN), Christian Faith (NC), and St. Andrew's School (RI). The Miller School has one Virginia State Division II Championship (2009) along with several Virginia Independent Conference (VIC) Championships (2006-10) and will be fighting this year to bring a couple more back to the Miller School of Albemarle!
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Tony Washington
Tony, a 6’10 senior center out of Detroit, MI, is coming into his second year with the Miller School. Last year, he averaged 5pts and 6 rebounds per game, steadily improving his post-game and strength and finished with all-conference honors. After a very impressive AAU summer and gaining offers from Auburn and LaSalle along with high interest from other Division I programs, Tony is primed for his senior season to be a huge contributor on the offensive and defensive sides for the Mavericks this year.
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The Braves
St. John Bosco High School
Bellflower, CA
Website: http://www.bosco.org/
Head Coach: Derrick Taylor
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The Braves of St. John Bosco finished the 2011-2012 basketball season with an overall record of 25 wins and 8 losses that included a 8-2 mark in league play. Their only two losses in league play came against national powerhouse Mater Dei. The Braves made it all the way to the Final Four of the California Division III State Playoffs. This year’s team returns 3 starters including their top two scorers (Isaac & Daniel Hamilton) from a year ago. The Braves got a big boost this summer when one of the nation’s top sophomores (Tyler Dorsey) transferred in raising expectations for this year’s team go even higher. St. John Bosco is coached by Derrick Taylor. Coach Taylor is entering his second year in charge of the Braves after 11 ultra-successful years at Taft High School. During his time at Taft, Coach Taylor’s teams won three Los Angeles City Section championships (2004, 2008, and 2011) and was a Division 1 Runner Up three times (2006, 2009, and 2010). The team made six appearances in the Final Four and won 10 West Valley League championships. Coach Taylor's overall record was 252-49 and his league record was 106-6. Coach Taylor's recognitions include Los Angeles Times and Daily News Coach of the Year (2004), Los Angeles City Section Coach of the Year (2008, 2011), McDonald's All-American Head Coach (2007), Boost Mobile High School All-American Game Coach (2010), and NBA Players Top 100 Camp Coach (2011).
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Isaac Hamilton
Isaac is a 6’5” senior point guard who averaged 25 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists per game this past year. He was selected first team all- state, all section first team and all league first team. Isaac is rated in the top 25 in the class of 2013 by most scouting services. Isaac is entertaining over 30 scholarship offers.
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The Bucks
Deerfield Beach High School
Deerfield Beach, FL
Website: http://www.dbhs.us/
Head Coach: Kenny Brown
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The Bucks of Deerfield Beach High School finished the 2011-2012 basketball season with a record of 23 wins and 5 losses and was ranked in the top 5 of Florida’s Class 8A, the state’s largest classification. Led by Coach Kenny Brown (6th season at Deerfield), the Bucks are favorites this year to bring home the state championship. Deerfield Beach returns 4 starters and 12 lettermen overall from last year’s squad. This year’s roster boasts as many as 8 Division 1 prospects including seniors Terrence (TJ) Johnson (23 pts, 7 reb), Marcus Owens (17 pts, 8 reb) and Javaris Jenkins (15 pts, 12 reb). The Bucks are poised for a big year.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Terrence Johnson
Terrence is a 6’3 senior wing player who has been a 4-year starter for the Bucks. During his junior campaign, Terrence averaged 23 points and 7 rebounds per game. He was selected All-State & All-County this past year. Terrence is ranked as one of the top 20 players in the state of Florida for the Class of 2013. The list of Division 1 schools recruiting him includes South Alabama, Jacksonville, College of Charleston, Stetson, Presbyterian and Wofford.
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The Wildcats
Wheeler High School
Marietta, GA
Website: http://www.cobbk12.org/wheeler/
Head Coach: Doug Lipscomb
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Wheeler High School has been one the premier basketball programs in the state of Georgia over the past 20 years. The Wildcats have won state championships 5 times (1994, 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2009) and were state runners-up twice (in 1995 and 2008). This past year’s team won their region championship and made it to the Sweet 16 of the Georgia Class 5A state playoffs. This year’s team will be returning Elijah Staley, Jaylen Brown, Daniel Giddens, Kejuan Johnson, Austin Smoak and they will be adding Jerron Love which is a welcomed addition. Wheeler is coached by Doug Lipscomb. Coach Lipscomb is beginning his 21st year at the helm of the Wildcats. He has been honored to coach in both the McDonalds All-American game and the Jordan Brand Classic. Coach Lipscomb has been named national coach of the year twice (2006 and 2012). Lipscomb’s teams have amassed a 493-111 record under his tutelage and have been nationally ranked by USA Today six times.
During his career, many former Wildcats have gone on to play college basketball. Famous alumni include NBA players Shareef Abdur Rahim, Jermerio Davidson and J.J. Hickson.
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The Diamond Hornets
Lower Richland High School
Hopkins, SC
Website: http://lr.richlandone.org/
Head Coach: Willie Thomas
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Last year’s Diamond Hornets team won their region championship and made it to the SC Class 3A Lower-State finals for the third year in a row. They finished the season with a record of 22 wins and 9 losses. This year’s team has five returning players, two of which were starters. Lower Richland has a rich tradition in basketball including four Class 4A State Championships (1982, 1987, 1988, and 1999). This years’ team is hoping to continue that tradition under the leadership of Coach Willie Thomas who is beginning his first year as coach of Lower Richland. Coach Thomas has been a head coach for 22 years at several SC high schools and has been named SC State Coach of the Year four times. His teams have won 14 region championships, 14 invitational tournament championships, and have won 5 state championships in six finals appearances.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Vincent Hickland
Vincent is a 6’4 senior forward who averaged 14 points, 9 Rebounds, 2 blocks and two steals a game in his junior year. He was selected All- Region and All-Area last year.
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The Cougars
Robert Vaux High School
Philadelphia, PA
Head Coach: Jamie Ross
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While arguably playing in the toughest league (Philadelphia Public League\District 12) in the state of Pennsylvania and having one of the toughest schedules in the area the Cougars of Roberts Vaux High School finished the year with a respectable 15 -11 record, including a 7-4 record in league play. The Cougars had a rocky start going 1 – 5 in their first 6 games but ironed a few things out and went 7 – 0 in the next 7 with signature wins over Maryland’s Milford Mill, D.C.’s Spingarn High and 2012 PA 2A Champ Constitution High. The outlook for the 2012 -2013 season is great with the return of nationally ranked senior point guard Rysheed Jordan and return starter Amir Butler. The team has 6 letterman returning and a few transfers that could make for a special season. Roberts Vaux is coached by Jamie Ross who is beginning his 3rd year as head coach. He has a combined 34-19 record that includes two appearances in the 2AA finals.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Rysheed Jordan
Rysheed is a 6’5 nationally ranked pass first point guard who averaged 17 points, 8 rebounds and 7assist per outing. He had 8 double-doubles and 1 triple-double during the 2011 – 2012 season. Rysheed is a long, quick and athletic point guard which gives him the ability to get the rim and score at will. With Rysheed’s pass first mentality he makes his team mates better while racking up assists. He is being recruited by UCLA, Temple, Villanova, Xavier, Maryland, St. Johns, Rutgers, UConn, North Carolina, North Carolina State and Syracuse.
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The Raiders
W.J. Keenan High School
Columbia, SC
Website: http://keenan.richlandone.org/
Head Coach: Zach Norris
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The Raiders finished last season with a record of 23 wins and 4 losses. They repeated as Region Champs for the fifth consecutive year, and ten out of the last twelve years. They lost in the third round of the State AA playoffs, which ended back to back State title runs. This year’s squad is very young, but we return 4 of the top 10 players from last year’s team. This should give us an excellent nucleus to pursue another region and state title run. We will be led by junior guard Marcus Stroman (USC Commit) and senior guard Eric Hopkins (being recruited by East Carolina, and Gardner Webb).This combo is considered to be one of the top backcourts in the state of South Carolina, along with a host of talented juniors & sophomores, the Raiders are primed to make another State title run.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Marcus Stroman
Marcus is a 6’2 junior guard who averaged 16 points, 10 assists, and 3 steals per game last season. He was selected All-Region and All-State for the second consecutive year and was named the 2011-2012 Region and State Class 2A Player of the Year. He has committed to play basketball for Coach Frank Martin at the University of South Carolina upon graduation.
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The Vikings
Spring Valley High School
Columbia, SC
Website: http://www.richland2.org/schools/svh/
Head Coach: Perry Dozier
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The Vikings of Spring Valley High School finished the 2011-2012 campaign with an overall record of 13 wins and 10 losses. Spring Valley finished 4th in their region and made the playoffs for the 3rd consecutive season. The Vikings also made their second appearance in Chick-fil-A Classic, making it to the finals of the Classic II bracket by upsetting nationally ranked La Verne Lutheran (CA). This year’s team returns 2 starters along with a great group of young players. Spring Valley is looking forward to an exciting and successful year!
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Perry Dozier Jr.
Perry is a 6’3 sophomore guard who averaged 12 points and 7 assists per game during the 2011-2012 campaign. He was selected to the All-Region team as well as being named the High School Sports Report “Rookie of the Year”. He is ranked in the Top 20 nationally for the Class of 2015.
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The Cougars
Flora Macdonald Academy
Red Springs, NC
Website: http://www.floramacdonald.org/
Head Coach: Derrick Bond
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The Flora Macdonald Academy Cougars finished the 2011-2012 basketball season with a 31-8 record which was a school record for wins in a season. The Cougars return a trio of Division 1 prospects as starters from that team. The players include 1st team all-state point guard Darren Williams who is currently being recruited by Washington State, Oregon State, St. Bonaventure, Gardner Webb, and ECU; 6'8 power forward Rashed Anthony who is being recruited by Auburn, Oklahoma, and Oklahoma State; and 6’8 forward Jared Scott. The Cougars are coached by Derrick Bond. Coach Bond is beginning his 5th year as head coach of Flora Macdonald and has an overall record of 100 wins and 43 losses.
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SPOTLIGHT PLAYER
Jared Scott
Jared is a 6’8 senior forward who averaged 18 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocked shots per game during the 2011-2012 basketball season. He is being recruited by Temple, Clemson , South Carolina, Ohio State, Marshall, Winthrop, Coastal Carolina and Oral Roberts University
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