Irving "Sonny" Lorenzo Is Celtic Bound!
F.A.C.E.S. has been a fixture on the grammar school AAU scene with General Rob Cole at the controls. Coach Cole has a few state crowns and placed nationally on several occasions. His program is known for discipline and playing the game hard buzzer to buzzer. Rob feels that Team IZOD has the same approach “Team IZOD has the same focus as F.A.C.E.S., team, scholarship, character building, winning and family. I believe it’s time for the players I’ve coached over the years to be recognized as upcoming prospects” said Cole.
Team Battle/Final move to Team IZOD was very interesting because the Team Of The Year had just made the pledge to go to Team Final. Coach Pierre Louis ultimately felt that the North Jersey crew was a better home for his youngsters. His reasons for moving over were similar to Cole’s “I decided to go with Team IZOD because I felt this organization was truly about the youth. Their mission is to build young men that can achieve on and off the court. I admire their approach of building student athletes.
Name: Zane Martin
Hello Basketball World. Its your boy "Fresh" here to tell you about my week. Sorry about not turning in last week diary do to computer problems. But last week was about not giving up. Last week, I worked out with Team Final every day except Friday. Saturday and Sunday Team Final had games up Funsport. On Saturday due to traffic we had to start our game off 4 against 5. But everybody kept coming and we eventually beat the Gauchos 52 to 30. Sunday we beat Abyssinian Church and the AZTECS... The game everyone wanted to see. It was a real grind out game and we had to hit the boards due to our big man Trey not being able to come. They jumped up on us quick in the first half but through all the adversity we stole the game in the second half. That week was just about "remembering to stay humble".
Isaiah Briscoe Continues His Hot Play
Chris Atkinson Guard (Team Scan)- When aggressive Atkinson can dominate a game on both ends of the floor. He pushes the rock end to end in a blur and gets to the rim effectively. On defense he collected 3 steals roaming the passing lanes intercepting passes. When he’s own this makes TS a more lethal squad.
Nassir Barrino Guard (Team Scan)- Barrino has one the quickest first steps around. He brought out the runner in the lane that he has used to put up serious numbers for years. He quietly finished the game with 12 markers. 
Jakeem Sturgis Guard (KSK)- Sturgis was impressive playing the wing for KSK. He knocked down the jumper for the corners and showed some of the athleticism that makes him notable prospect. He looked good playing in a system. 
Matthew Bullock Forward (KSK)- Bullock has moved his game away from the basket a bit. He mostly operated from the high post. I’ve noticed some improvements in his game such as speed and explosiveness.
Richard Chapman (St. Michaels)
Javone Smith Forward (St. Michaels)- Speaking of upside look no further than Smith. This athletic wing runs the floor like a deer and finishes well in transition. His length helps him defend and in a few years he could explode into something special if is skill set develops. 
Sammy Friday Forward (St. Michaels)- Friday is another long forward for this squad that doesn’t have full control of his limbs yet. He’s a live body and will become even better once he gets stronger and develops. He’s nowhere near a finished product which should be looked at as a plus.
James Wright Guard (St. Michaels)- Wright looks very comfortable with this group. He has settled in playing to off guard and slashing to the hole. He shows more patience in terms of letting plays develop and getting the rock to his teammates. 
Gilberto Cue Guard (KSK)- I must say I liked the way Cue runs the point and an aggressive penetrator and has a strong frame to absorb contact. I like the range on is shot but did feel that he fell in love with the deep bomb little too much. Penetrating a little more and dishing to their bigs would have served a little better.
You think you have what it takes to make it in big time basketball? Put your skills to the test at the Nike Pre Draft Camp. The premise of the camp is that it presents an opportunity for kids to experience workouts and skills training that before now, were only eligible to athletes at the higher levels of basketball. The Nike Pre Draft Camp will be coming to New Jersey on Saturday January 15th, 2011. Basketball Spotlight will be in the building for this event. To register click the link below. The first 100 players to register will receive a Nike Pro Combat Sleeve and all the top players will be selected to participate in a Nike National event this summer.
Was Team NJ's Five Year Run Enough?
Team Next: Paul Suber’s crew demolished several team during their tenure. Blow outs were expected when this group stepped on the floor. They produced several high major players including Jayvaugh Pinkston, Doron Lamb, Aaron Brown and Dashawn Wiggins.
RBK All Stars: Paul Gripper’s crew known for their famed Kentucky press blitzed their way to regional prominence. They smacked several teams into submission while also producing several D 1 prospects including Mike Gilchrist, Aaron Brown, Trevor Cooney, Devin Coleman, Joey Gripper and Juanya Green to name a few. 
Long Island Lightning: Hardware is something this group knows a lot about. They won two nationals crowns while also marching their way through the region. They have an MDC crown among other big titles. They produced a few good players along the way including Kyle Anderson and Myles Davis.
Educated Athletes/Team Nelson: They dominated their age group for a few years. Few teams wanted to knuckle up with this group for Chester. They have a few Spotlight trophies on the shelf. They produced some top flight players like Conrad Chambers, Jaquan Johnson, Rondee Jefferson and Darius Robinson.
Juice All Stars: There two year run was short but memorable. This past season they ran through everyone on the region while collecting much hardware. Isaiah Whitehead and Chancellor Ellis were the go to guys for this bunch. Last season they finished number 5 in the country.
Team Final: TF has only lost one legit game in the region to another team in their age group. The trophy shelf is stacked with hardware especially from Basketball Spotlight. They have a few players with big time potential. Last season they finished number 6 in the country. 
Team Battle: No one has more Basketball Spotlight hardware than this group (3 MDC Crowns, 2 AC Showcase titles, 1 Clash For The Cup Title). They are entering their 4th year and have finished Top 5 in America the last two seasons. Making a Final Four appearance at 11U. They also have a wealth of potential Division 1 talent.
Basketball Spotlight Alum Mike Gilchrist shined bright on ESPNU last night tallying 25 points, 14 rebounds and 5 blocks while leading St. Patrick’s to their first City Of Palms Championship. We would like to congratulate Gilchrist and all Spotlight alum that are getting busy this year. 
Basketball Spotlight Alum Katin Reinhardt scored 28 points and led Mater Dei (California) to a 3rd Place victory over Winter Park. Reinhardt played with New Jersey at the original Clash For The Cup as a 7th Grader. Check out highlights (Katin #1 in black) from the event below. The video also shows top ranked juniors Kyle Anderson and Amile Jefferson.
Name: Izaiah Brockington
New Jersey Youth Basketball Showdown Schedule
New England is becoming our second home as Basketball Spotlight will be making the trip to the Basketbull Jr. Hoophall Classic. This event will be held MLK Weekend in Springfield, Massachusetts. We will be bringing you exclusive recaps and other material from this event.
B&B Backcourt Leads Team Scan
Richardson Shoots Team Final Into MSG!
In our final video look into the Grand Finale we have the 14U championship recap. #1 Team Final pulled away from a stubborn #4 F.A.C.E.S. group to win the crown. Team Final will meet Team Scan (NY) in Madison Square Garden for the Funsport Championship Jan 2nd. Wow it’s hard to believe the Grand Finale is just the first event, the Clash For The Cup is right around the corner.
Shep Garner Is Off To A Hot Start
Sina Shining Again!
During the Grand Finale one of the most highlighted games was the Philly Aztecs vs. Team Scan NY. Both teams are flooded with top notch talent including highly rated guards. Basketball Spotlight had the cameras rolling for this one courtesy of Balling 365. Check out the highlights. We still have more to come.
Name: Isaiah Briscoe
Name: Markquis Nowell
Name: Tim Maloney
Markquis Nowell (Gauchos)
Vaughn Robinson Guard (Gauchos)- Robinson started the game nailing two treys. He’s definitely the spot up shooter in the bunch and is a sure thing at the charity stripe. He scored half of his points at the free throw line.
Ju Ju Jamison Guard (Gauchos)- Jamison was assigned the point guard duties and the youngster responded by dropping 7 dimes. He doesn’t look to score as much as his teammates but instead tries to spread the rock around and play defense.
Khalid Moore Forward (Gauchos)- Watch out for this kid on the horizon. I love young wiry players that can handle and Moore fits the bill. He’s capable of playing all five positions as the tallest player on the floor. He might be a problem in the future.
Nasir Dowling Forward (T Town Ballers)- Dowling stuffed the stat sheet with 16 points and 12 rebounds. I like how he handles the ball in the open floor and how he adjusts his shots in traffic. He was one of the most versatile players in the building. 
Javade Mackson Guard (T Town Ballers)- Mackson played full court defense and forced the Gauchos into a couple of turnovers. On offense he handled the pill and tried to fight off the Choz pressure as best as he could. He has good quickness when pushing the ball.