Tyus "Kid Mamba" Battle (Team Final)The Hoop Group Turkey Tip Off was held in Pottstown, PA and Basketball Spotlight was in the building. We took an interest in the 14U division and here are our top performers
Hoop Group Turkey Tip Off Top Performers
Tyus Battle Guard (Team Final)- “Kid Mamba” is just a different breed. The lanky guard gave the crowd some holiday dinner dessert while unleashing his total arsenal. His ball handling, scoring and rebounding were known weapons but his court vision is beginning to stand out more. He pumped assist from all around the floor even putting some mustard on a couple of passes. In terms of scoring he gave the defense the business from all three levels (3 point land, midrange area and at the rim). His game is so fluid and just on another level from many of his peers. Not only is he the best guard in America period but right now he might be the most skilled 8th Grader I’ve even seen and I’ve seen a lot.
Vaughn Covington Guard (Team Final)- Every team needs a coach on the floor and Covington might be the man for the job. An improved jump shot has opened his game up. You can see the confidence once he catches the rock and goes into his shooting motion. But I really need to talk about how he runs the team and gets others involved. Vaughn has no problem throwing the extra pass especially in transition. He seems to see the game a few plays ahead. Introducing Vaughn “The Brain” Covington. 
Terquin Mott Forward (Team Final)- Before leaving the second game with an injury Mott was a dominant force in the paint. A strong lower body allows him to jump out the gym whenever he wants. He displays some ball handling skills but it’s still a work in progress.
DeAndre Hunter Forward (Philly Aztecs)- Hunter is an intriguing prospect for the Aztecs. When active the young lanky wing uses his length to impact the game. His handle is developing and his outside shot is decent. His best days of basketball will be down the road and he has a scary upside.
Stevie Jordan Guard (Philly Aztecs)- Jordan has a more confident game. Known as a spot up shooter he now has added a handle and floater to his arsenal. He excelled in transition. Watch out for him this year because we definitely will be looking.
Mikey Dixon Guard (Philly Aztecs)- Dixon is a true veteran on this level. Now he seems to be more of a pass first type of guard which will be good for his high school. He exploded through the lane while slicing defenders with his handle.
Dante Rockmore Guard (ESYC)- The little lefty had inspired play against Team Final. He applied some defensive pressure and grabbed a few steals. He’s a peaky guard with a lot of heart. 
Deondre Tillett Guard (ESYC)- Tillet played in the backcourt with Rockmore and also knows how to pressure the rock. He teams with Rockmore with form a very strong backcourt. 
Mustafa Lawrence Guard (Showtime)- Though his team lost both games Lawrence showed well on the floor. He drove into the chest of the post players before converting tough baskets. He’s a very tough point guard.
Tremaine Lawrence Forward (Showtime)- Lawrence is a tremendous athlete which helps him get rebounds and put backs. He needs work on his ball handling and outside shooting because he will be a guard size in the future.
