Rock Hill, SC – The kickoff of the 2024 Under Armour Association during Session I brought a burst of excitement to the basketball scene. With 24 teams from the league and a few additional UA Rise teams in the mix, the weekend was full competition. It’s always thrilling to see young talent showcase their skills, […]
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Deron Rippey Jr., a class of 2026 point guard hailing from Blair Academy in New Jersey & playing with the New Heights Lightning has garnered attention as one of the most intriguing lead guards in his recruiting class. With a four-star rating and a placement among the top 30 overall prospects, Rippey is recognized for
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The Nike Hoop Summit is an event that brings together some of the most talented young basketball players from around the world to compete and showcase their skills. In the recent World Select Team practice and scrimmages, a few players stood out for their exceptional performances. / AJ Dybantsa displayed elite skill and talent, demonstrating why
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Shon Abaev, a rising small forward in the 2025 rankings, is making waves with his impressive performance on the court. Hailing from Fort Lauderdale, FL whose family originated from Israel, this 6’8″, 200-pound player has shown significant improvement in his second season at Calvary Christian. Averaging 18.6 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, Abaev attributes
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Darius Acuff Jr., a 2025 point guard of IMG Academy, is being recognized as a remarkable talent due to his exceptional skill set and basketball instincts. Acuff is currently ranked as the No. 9 overall player and the No. 1 overall point guard in the Make5 2025 class. His understanding of the game and ability
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VJ Edgecombe, Long Island Lutheran (NY) VJ Edgecombe, the 2024 uncommitted 5⭐️ from Long Island Lutheran (NY) showcased his talents In the matchup against Westminster at the City of Palms. Edgecombe displayed his impact during the third quarter by effectively transitioning defense into offense. Capitalizing on turnovers generated by Westminster, he utilized his offensive skills
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Fort Myers, FL – Celebrating its 50th anniversary, The City of Palms Classic proved once again why it remains one of the most prestigious basketball events in the country. This year’s tournament boasted an exceptional lineup of talent. In the initial three days of action, matchups featuring some of the most prominent names in high school
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Orlando, FL – Operation Step Up INC. and Oak Ridge High School collaborated once again to host the highly anticipated 11th annual “Breast Cancer Awareness Classic“. This event drew teams and players from across the State of Florida, offering thrilling matchups and exciting displays of talent. The standout game of the night featured a clash between
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Thanksgiving weekend was a great time for family, friends and basketball. Make5 made its way to Tampa, FL to watch the first annual Hoopfeast to see some good talent. The event was hosted at the RADD Sports Complex (Wesley Chapel, FL) with teams coming from across the country like PHHoniex Prep OTE (AZ), the Burlington
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We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Christopher Washington Jr. from The Villages High School (FL) to discuss his recruitment and various aspects of his basketball journey. Washington has been on a few radars since middle school and continues to impress. A couple of things that I’ve seen from Washington is his improving
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