Team Rankings - Grassroots 365 Want to see the next big thing in college hoops? Ranking McDonald's top 35 - ESPN Grassroots 365 (G365) tournament results are exclusively weighted in the team rankings. Prep Hoops | The Authority for High School Basketball Rankings & Analysis He averaged 32.3 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.5 steals and 2.1 assists to lead the Warriors (21-4) to their first Toledo Area Athletic Conference championship since 1998. Chris Robinson For Maurice Simmons, it [] I did go for an unofficial visit and they showed me around campus. Senior PG Kobe McEwen (Utah) is a steal, and sophomore forward Emmanuel Akot is climbingthe rankings. 2023 Prep Hoops Next. Easter: I feel like it will be good. But this season. Powerhouse Hoops. A top 10 prospect in the class of 2017, Michigan Mustangs wing Brian Bowen also showed his worth in front of throngs of college coaches. Trey Bird, Bennington. All Rights Reserved. April 25. **. The Illinois team that earned a No. April 25, YBOA Super Shootout Saturday Morning Standouts, Terry Drake Looking forward, me and my parents are going decide what school is the best fit for me, and we'll go from there, Easter told The Blade. The consensus order as voted by our experts. April 29, NEXT Circuit Stock Risers: 2027 Sharpshooters (Pt.2), Devontae Cobb April 24, Lonestar State Showdown:Top 14U Bucket Getters, Devontae Cobb Prep Hoops Live: Teddy's Sunday Notebook (Part 2) @NorthstarTitans @brock_remme_ @LecciaDylan @RileyJOhnson2 @ryanbeckwith0 @KingsMidwest @ChicagoDemons @Team_Iowa @PrideRocBball @NehemiahLewis23 C3 is a dual-threat PG. The Chicago based Nike EYBL program is fresh off a 4-0 performance at the Prep Hoops Chicago Tip-Off, pushing their record to 7-0 on the season behind strong performances from Andre Casey, Cam Craft, and Jalen Washington . We aim to expand and update our prospects rankings several times per year to continue to maintain the most comprehensive, accurate prospect rankings in the country. 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. (Click here for the schedule of games and access details.). Subscribe to our newsletter. He reached his 1,000-point milestone in just 34 career games. Team Preview: Woodz Elite. Email address. Over 300 colleges subscribe, including D1, D2, D3, NAIA and JUCO schools. Four showcase games on TV today, Best college football/basketball combination. April 21, Bruce Williams We don't get a lot of exposure when it comes to basketball, so playing on the Prep Hoops Circuit was a blessing. Teams - Prep Girls Hoops The Georgia Express 2025 is loaded with talent, and it starts with the following players: Christian C3 Curl 510/PG/Cooper Middle School (Powder Springs GA). It is from this platform that Coach Simmons will be competing on the Prep Hoops Next Circuit. Joining them is senior forward and George Washington commit Arnoldo Toro, widely considered to be a steal. The 4-5 matchup may have the most talent of the first round games. Do you feel you showed you are a complete player? He led a talented team to a 32-1 record and the No. 6 in our voting. One number that sticks out most to me is that he shoots above 80% from the Free Throw line. That's how you know the league is loaded. . April 25, brandynnewbins The Prep Hoops Next team delivers a comprehensive experience for every program. The Big Ten Conference this season looks like it'll be in the running as one of the best in college basketball. Prep Hoops Circuit on Twitter: "RT @RyanJamesMN: Kaydin Lee with the I like moving the ball around. The return of, This marks the first in a decade that Michigan State and Tom Izzo will enter the season unranked -- the last time ending with Sparty earning a No. I might narrow it down maybe this summer or during my junior year. Khadim Sy (Virginia Tech), Braxton Key (Alabama) and Mario Kegler (Mississippi State) give them a talented trio of seniors. If my team needs a bucket, I feel like I can go get a bucket. He is what you call a gentle giant and is a kid of few words, which I love that about him and just goes out there every game and just plays. He was offered by Shaka Smart and Texas over the weekend, and already holds offers from the likes of Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado and Indiana. MORE: Best college football/basketball combination, No. I want to go to one of those (NIBC) schools because they're all over the internet and they play on ESPN. He is convinced that their style will cause a lot of problems for opponents on the Circuit. (Click here for an interview with Powell and here for our photo gallery looking at the top three All-Ohio teams this spring.). The backcourt is where the strength lies, as top 50 juniors Tyshon Alexander (Creighton), DeVonte Shuler, Matt Coleman and Lindell Wigginton are all priority recruits for high major programs. America's #1 Independent Grassroots Circuit - Prep Hoops I want to go play against the best people., With the All-Ohio Red team, Easter is playing alongside 2024 Centerville guard Jonathan Powell. Im blessed that they have offered me. All four are top 100 recruits. The 6-1 Compton Magic floor general dazzled onlookers with his smooth game and surprising athleticism. It has been said that the north is basketball country while the south is football country. Averaging 18.0 points, 7.0 assists and 2.3 steals per game, the explosive athlete made it look easy as he ledTeam Loaded North Carolina to the Adidas Uprising Gauntlet Championship in Indianapolis. On the weekend, the 6-9 forwardaveraged 18.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 blocks, showing off his diverse skill set. Jaiden needs to improve on his free throw shooting and rebounding. Easter tallied 30 or more points in 16 of his 24 games. Ranking college basketball's top 45 transfers of 2023, Miami (Ohio) WBB coach resigns after investigation, Texas joins Top 25 And 1 after landing Abmas, Five-star prospect Ron Holland decommits from Texas, No. But the potential of this team rests largely on the shoulders of its backcourt led by sophomore Andre Curbelo, senior, Like many teams -- and maybe more than most -- Maryland is betting heavily on fresh blood acquired via the transfer portal. 2023 Prep Hoops Next. This Purdue team took some lumps last season as one of the youngest and most inexperienced in college hoops but the returning nucleus is good enough to be considered one of the best Painter's ever . That All-Ohio team will open EYBL play with four games this weekend in Atlanta. 6 Miller Grove. All fair points. In one memorable game, Oak Hill beat LeBron James' St. Vincent-St. Mary's team with Anthony scoring 34 points to James' 36. He is very consistent from the FT line as well. Elite 2016 recruit Dennis Smith Jr. sparkles at Adidas Uprising Prep Hoops Next prospect rankings have been compiled by our staff with input from high school and club coaches from across the country. Prep Hoops Network Showing to of entries - All States - Alabama Arizona California Colorado Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Oregon South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Washington Wisconsin The Adidas Uprising Gauntlet circuit . The 6-1guard dazzled the college coaches in attendance, including N.C. State head coach Mark Gottfried and North Carolina head coach Roy Williams, who were both spotted trailing him throughout the weekend. MORE: Josh Jackson staying quiet | Syracuse's next great freshman, No. If we have a visit, they say, Come on, we have a visit. I cant go on an official visit anywhere until my junior year.. But I like the school and the coaches there.. In 2023, the Prep Hoops Next Circuit will feature 15 events in 10 states. Washington. The latest recruiting news sent to your inbox weekly. St. | Coaches fear grad transfer issues. However, the COVID-19 pandemic his the region hard, bringing with it unprecedented changes and challenges. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Easter: Its just natural to me. Simmons said he would like to see is for Coney to get better on the defensive end. In late 2020, he decided to join Georgia Express, founded by the NBA legend and Hall of Famer Shaquille ONeal. The latest recruiting news sent to your inbox weekly. Kentucky head coach John Calipari was spotted at one of his games on Saturday as well. April 28, Bruce Williams His IQ is that of a top-level HS player right now at his age. If you have any free time today, tune into ESPNU starting at noon to catch some future college basketball stars. Check them all out below. In two prep seasons at Emmanuel, Easter scored 1,124 points and grabbed 283 rebounds in 38 games. Players are ranked formulaically based on their current production as well as their long-term potential as collegiate prospects. Easter averaged 25.0 points and 10.2 rebounds in 14 games his freshman year, a season that was cut . It's a league stuffed with stars as the likes of Kofi Cockburn, Hunter Dickinson and Trayce Jackson-Davis return, and a number of programs bring back either experience or breakout candidates -- or both -- after success in 2021-22. MORE: Duke lands Ingram | Newman stays home at Miss. This past weekend, Smith stated that the Wolfpack and Louisvillewere recruiting him the hardest as of late. Join them today! 1 Montverde Academy vs No. Below, we have excerpts from our interview with Easter during a recent travel event. Coach Simmons added that he hadnt yet got to one of the most prolific scorers on his team: Jordan Coney. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegebasketball | pageType: stories | Team Keenan Allen 14U . He is starting to develop a three-point shot, is pretty efficient from mid-range, and runs the lanes in transition with the best of them. April 21, Chris Robinson All rights reserved. At 6-7, he has shown time and time again that he is able to take over games no matter what the defense throws at him. 12:09 pm ET. Teams can select to play in the circuit events that work for their schedule, and close their season with the goal of becoming Prep Hoops Next National Champions in Kansas City, MO from June 30 July 2nd. This year is no different, as we have selected [] Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. We're about the be in the final weekend of the college basketball season, a depressing thought for any fan of the game. The Pilots also have a pair of talented senior guards in Skylar Mays (LSU) and Carlos Johnson (UNLV). Reigning regular-season champ Michigan comes in at No. Brandon Gives his team a three score lead late. The Stage "Front Court Stars". 2 in our preseason voting after adding two five-stars to the roster this offseason, and Ohio State -- with maybe the best building block in the league in E.J. He loves to drive the lane, and that is surprising at his size, but I can only imagine the player he will develop into as he grows. Liddell and, Illinois is going to get a lot of love -- rightfully so -- because of Kofi Cockburn's return. Event Dates City, State Teams; John Lucas All-Star Weekend: March 5-7: Houston, TX: 14U: Grand Rapids Storm Classic: March 20-21: Grand Rapids, MI: 12U: The ROCK Spring Classic Prep Hoops was amazing for us, especially coming from Northern Minnesota. Purdue tops our preseason poll of CBS Sports college basketball experts as the top dog in the league entering the 2021-22 campaign because of its blend of potential, star power, talent and coaching acumen. There's only one top-10 recruit from the 2021 cycle joining the Big Ten this season, and that one -- Caleb Houstan -- gets our preseason nod as the Freshman of the Year. The Montverde Academy product averaged 13.6 points and made 38.6% of his 3-pointers last season on a team with star Jalen Duren, and he joins a Wolverines team that's likely to feature him next to Hunter Dickinson in the frontcourt as a high-end stretch-four. Americas most covered youth basketball circuit, the Prep Hoops Next Circuit, is back in 2023 and better than ever before! Over 300 colleges subscribe, including D1, D2, D3, NAIA and JUCO schools. Without the talent, a run-and-gun style can lead to disorganization and enormous deficits. The circuit concept is simple: provide programs with unmatched written, social, and video coverage. These guys are obviously bringing it, but the question is, who are the glue guys for the Georgia Express? Q: What does it mean for you to go against the nations best guards in the 2024 class in the EYBL? Martel Evans, Omaha Creighton Prep '22 Providence Day has a pair of talented sophomores in Devon Dotson (who holds a UNC offer) and Trey Wertz. 7 Wasatch Academy. Prep Girls Hoops Circuit on Twitter: "RT @PGHCircuit: Music City Q: You had a successful and healthy sophomore year and it seemed like it was more than just scoring. 1 seed behind senior star Draymond Green. Elite 2016 recruit Dennis Smith Jr. sparkles at Adidas Uprising Gauntlet. He is part of an Ohio big three for 2025 that also includes guards Darryn Peterson and Dorian Jones, who have also been offered by the Buckeyes. 37 player overall in the 2025 class, No. Coach Simmons has a rich history in grassroots basketball scene in the Atlanta area. If somebody is open or if somebody is hot, I give it to them. Easter: I did not go to a game this year. He has deep range for his size and has great court vision. He plays very good on and off-ball defense and also shoots very well from the FT line. I never slack on my ballhandling. It was also rebounding, assists and steals in a lot of those games, too. Players are ranked formulaically based on their current production as well as their long-term potential as collegiate prospects. April 28, Bruce Williams Matt Painter's perennially one of the most underrated coaches in the country -- he's 337-174 at Purdue in a league that has been littered with elite coaches -- and this season he has arguably one of the best 1-2-3 punches in the country with Jaden Ivey, Zach Edey and Trevion Williams running the show. Bucknuts Q&A: Toledo standout Easter among nation's top 2025 hoops 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. We want to keep getting better and better. GA. Brandon stands at about 58 and is deadly from the three-point line, and has a very soft stroke from outside. This past season, Easter was a first-team All-Ohio pick in Division III and was also a MaxPreps second-team Sophomore All-American pick. I put Ohio State at No. April 3, Bruce Williams Chris Robinson April 24. I like all the schools that offered me. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. A dual-sport athlete in high school, Coach Simmons began his coaching journey leading his sons football team before finding his niche on the basketball sidelines. Our community of Prep Girls Hoops subscribers allow us to bring coverage to thousands of potential college prospects across America. 10 recruit in his class and the No. All rights reserved. How are you seeing how this will go this spring? It's no gimme, though, and while it's hard to predict how the season may unfold, one thing seems certain: the Big Ten will be a battle fought to the end. Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. We aim to expand and update our prospects rankings several times per year to continue to maintain the most comprehensive, accurate prospect rankings in the country. Providence Day will counter with a senior forward of their own in Grant Williams (Tennessee). It was really nice there. April 21. The star of this squad is five-star junior Brian Bowen, who holds offers from basically every program in the country. Simmons Another 2017 prospect worth noting is San Diego point guard Jaylen Hands. Im blessed they took the time to offer me and they like my game., ** DONATE TO 'THE FOUNDATION': Click here now to assist with Name, Image and Likeness compensation for Ohio State football and basketball student-athletes. Jordan Coney used to be one of my best scorers in the past but has gotten too comfortable and has not been consistent as of late. Easter: Yeah, right now, I just like all the schools. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Houstan, a 6-foot-8 forward, was the No. On the weekend . 5'8" | PG St. Benedict's has two juniors in David Beatty and Bourama Sidibe who combined hold offers from Georgetown, Seton Hall, Kansas State, SMU, and many more. He finishes very well around the rim with both hands, and I have seen him make some very acrobatic layups that will have you scratching your head, saying, how did he make that? Maxs Area for Growth is that he needs to get stronger. Even if you watch on your computer at work, it will be worth yourwhile. This Purdue team took some lumps last season as one of the youngest and most inexperienced in college hoops but the returning nucleus is good enough to be considered one of the best Painter's ever had. 5 and they finished at No. I just like to win. Its a really good school. 2 ranking in the FAB 50. The south may be known for football, but when you ask many in the state of Georgia, they will tell you that the Peach. April 26, Chris Robinson Shooting, pick-and-roll actions, just communicating, too. Led by sophomore star Jaden Ivey and big man Trevion Williams, the Boilermakers went 18-10 last season but are positioned under coach Matt Painter to build off of a strong finish to last season after winning its final five regular-season games. Q: What are the things you want to continue to work on with your game? He is an outstanding on-ball defender, and he plays passing lanes very well. A versatile and skilled prospect at 6-7, the game comes very easy to him, and he can havean impact on the outcomein several ways. I want to be on that kind of level and play against the best players in the nation because I'm up there with those people, and I can't really showcase that here. 3. Subscribe. As one of only two Illini players who averaged double figures last season he figures to be fed the ball frequently this season and his efficiency and volume are among the many reasons we like him entering the season as the Big Ten Preseason Player of the Year. Q: You have over 20 offers from colleges all over the country. Ethan is a smooth SF. RT @RyanJamesMN: Kaydin Lee with the @MNChill2021 finish! After a couple of years of success locally and nationally, Coach Simmons teamed up with the Georgia Stars, seeing an opportunity for his players to gain additional exposure. Trevion Williams is a bona fide stud and Jaden Ivey and Zach Edey are breakout stars in waiting. Bruce Williams April 26. The south may be known for football, but when you ask many in the state of Georgia, they will tell you that the Peach State is a hotbed where talent is developed on the hardwood. The one thing I would like to accomplish this year is to compete with all of the top teams in the nation. Is there anywhere you want to go? None of the three were top-75 recruits in high school yet all three could be all-conference performers this season. Want to see the next big thing in college hoops? Four showcase games on It gave us a chance as an independent team to play and beat some teams that are on the shoe circuits, but also to compete against some really talented . Easter averaged 25.0 points and 10.2 rebounds in 14 games his freshman year, a season that was cut short cut short by a wrist fracture. 4 St. Benedict's Prep vs No. Prep Hoops Next prospect rankings have been compiled by our staff with input from high school and club coaches from across the country. He is very athletic and has a knack for blocking shots at the rim, and is an excellent on-ball defender. Let us know here and get on our radar by submitting your profile! Thus, Coach Simmons felt that a new path awaited his team. We do not factor in non-G365 events. Isaiah Livers and Franz Wagner are gone but leading scorer Hunter Dickinson and sidekick, Chris Holtmann's won at least 20 games in each season in Columbus and this season he returns a pair of double-digit scorers in E.J. He will reportedly seek a spot at one of the top national prep schools. Max possesses excellent ball-handling skills and has a good perimeter game. It will be a good challenge and it will help me get better as a player. If Miller Grove is going to pull off the upset, it will be because McDonald's All-American and UConn commit Alterique GIlbert goes off . My dad (Jerry Easter) went to Youngstown State. With that in mind, here's a breakdown ofwho to watch in each game. 3 Findlay Prep vs No. Findlay Prep is loaded and features four high-major juniors in Tristan Clark (Baylor), Markus Howard, O'Shae Brissett and P.J. In two prep seasons at Emmanuel, Easter scored 1,124 points and grabbed 283 rebounds in 38 games. For Maurice Simmons, it was football that got him on the path that he is on now with the game of basketball. 3. The latest recruiting news sent to your inbox weekly. at In addition to in-event perks, you and your players receive access to exclusive Prep Hoops Next Circuit merchandise, discounts to other partners, and more! Easter: I just like to get my team involved first. Introducing the 2023 Prep Hoops Next Circuit - Prep Hoops Next I need to be more of a leader since I am playing up. Q: Are there any other schools that stand out? Not even having a full year under his belt with the Georgia Express program, Coach Simmons has decided to step out and put his squad to the test by competing on the Inaugural Prep Hoops Next Circuit. He can beat you off the dribble with his quick first step. All rights reserved. But fear not, Hoopheads, The Sporting News has you covered. The 6-5 Easter has enjoyed two outstanding seasons at Toledos Emmanuel Christian High School, although the Toledo Blade reported Wednesday that he will not be back there in 2023-24. Jaiden is a left-handed wing that is so smooth, can finish at the rim with both hands, and uses his long reach and quick first step to get past defenders his size. The Circuit's Top 25 Team Rankings have arrived, just in time for the biggest weekend thus far in grassroots basketball. April 22, Lonestar State Showdown:14U Low Post Threats, Devontae Cobb But not every college fan is a recruitnik. Thats how I play in the beginning. Power Score - Prep Girls Hoops On down our preseason rankings is Illinois, Maryland and Michigan State.
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