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2025 Grind Session Owensboro (Games 4-7)

Grind Session recap. Fridays games: Game 4 Academys of Central Florida 90 vs Hamilton Heights 51 After playing Gillion Prep tough most of the game the day before, Hamilton Heights came out flat and didn’t look ready to play. 2027 and top 50 guard Martay Barnes came out on fire today and ready to play […]

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2025 Grind Session Owensboro (Game 1-3)

This past Thursday and Friday, I got to cover some marquee games at the Grind Session in Owensboro, KY.  Some of the highest-ranked talent in the next few classes were in attendance. Two players that should be vying for their names being called first in a future NBA draft had a head-to-head matchup. 2026 Bruce

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2025 Mr. Basketball Classic

George Rodgers Clark High, Winchester, KY This event showcased players vying for this year’s Kentucky Mr. Basketball title. Some made statements, while others took a step back. Game 1: Louisville Trinity 63 vs. Henry Clay 46 Trinity’s defense stifled Henry Clay’s offense. They held Henry Clay’s senior star, Mr. Basketball hopeful, and Air Force commit

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Tournament of Champions – Holiday Classic

ELCA vs. Holy Innocents’ (HIES) Holy Innocents’ leaned on balance, toughness, and timely scoring to take down ELCA 71–64. ELCA Notes AJ Williams (2028, W, 6’8″) — Williams once again showed why many consider him the top player nationally in his class. At 6’8” with power and touch, he’s simply too big and too skilled

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Nasir Anderson is built for the big stage

The Savannah, Georgia native has had a phenomenal 12 months as one of the fastest rising stars in the country. The junior went from regional to national recruit along the way and a move from Norcross High School to national powerhouse, Prolific Prep. Nasir Anderson has all the tools you want in a modern lead

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National HoopFeast Day 2 Recap: Rising Stars, Dominant Performances, and Emerging National Talent

Wesley Chapel, FL — Day 2 of the National HoopFeast delivered a high-energy slate of games filled with nationally ranked prospects, breakout underclassmen, and statement performances. Gillian Academy (VA) headlined the action with a commanding 100–66 victory over a talented Riviera Prep (FL) squad. While the day featured numerous standout showings, the most impressive performance

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Hoopsgiving Saturday

Hoopsgiving delivered another full slate of competitive matchups on Saturday, showcasing some of the Southeast’s top prospects and rising national names. From dominant frontcourt play to high-octane guard performances, the action did not disappoint. Columbus Controls Davidson Day Columbus never allowed this one to get interesting, applying intense defensive pressure from the opening tip that

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National HoopFeast Thanksgiving Tournament – Day One

Day one at The National HoopFeast Thanksgiving Tournament, Wesley Chapel, FL brought heat from every direction. Seniors showed leadership, underclassmen showed hunger, and a whole wave of 2026–2028 hoopers showed why Florida basketball stays on the rise. CLASS OF 2026 — SENIOR STANDOUTS Vernon Lee Jr. — Seffner Christian (FL) Vernon went full nuclear mode

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Hoopsgiving Friday

Hoopsgiving delivered another slate of competitive early-season matchups, showcasing toughness, tempo swings, and top individual performances. Two games in particular, Holy Innocents vs. Meadowcreek and Vashon vs. Davidson Day highlighted the middle slate of a full schedule of Friday games. Holy Innocents 55, Meadowcreek 40 Holy Innocents controlled large stretches of the game, leaning on

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