Peacemakers Take Over #1 SpotThe Basketball Spotlight 14 U Top 10 is here and we have a new #1 team. There also was some other movement in the rankings. Our rankings are based on top tournament finishes, strength of schedule and our opinion on which teams are better.
Basketball Spotlight 14U Top 10
1. Peacemakers: The Peacemakers moved into the #1 spot after taking home the Atlantic City Showcase title. The have added a few new players and seem to be ready to make a run at the regional crown. We have extended a MDC invite to them and are waiting for a reply.
2. Team Nelson: The Chester boys dropped to #2 as they loss to the Peacemakers in the AC Showcase finals. They should meet up in their Mid Atlantic finals and the MDC if Peacemakers enter the event.
3. Playaz Basketball Club: The Playaz won their Eight is Enough league and the Spring Fling. They are ready to make a run at the NJ State crown and a few other tournaments.
4. Long Island Lightning: The Lightning loss a semifinal battle with Team Nelson at the AC Showcase then they came up short against the Playaz in the finals of the Spring Fling. They seem to be heading into the right direction as the Metropolitan Regional and MDC are approaching.
5. NY Panthers: The Panthers loss to the Playaz in the Eight is Enough finals but seemed to be very fatigued. I know Coach Kat will have the well rested and tip top for the Regional and MDC.
6. Boston Saintz: I haven’t seen them since the Grand Finale but they did when the Boston Massacre this past weekend. They have a very talented bunch and should make noise the rest of the year.
7. KBR Fliers: The Fliers made it to the semifinals in Atlantic City before running into a buzz saw called the Peacemakers. They are one of the favorites to win the NJ 14U State crown and have already reserved a spot at the MDC.
8. Westchester Hawks: The Hawks played some good ball in Atlantic City but had to outlast a tough pool. They have added a player or two since I saw them at the MIT. Now they must prepare for the regional before heading down to Neptune for the MDC.
9. Hoop Heaven: I haven’t seen them in action since the Grand Finale. I’m hoping Sina and crew decide to take a trip down the MDC.
10. Hoop Star Gym Ratz: I like what I saw out of this squad in Atlantic City. They are very athletic and have some decent pieces. I will keep an eye on them come NJ State tourney time.
Lurking: Tri-City Warriors, Cutino Mobley, Move Your Feet, Garden State Knights
