Diary Of A Baller: Trey Patterson (Somerset, NJ) Entry #7

Dinos Trigonis And Trey Patterson

Hello Basketball World, 

This is Trey Patterson signing back in for my 7th week of ‘Diary of a Baller’. This past week was a thrilling and action-packed week for me. 

Spotlight Alum Lawrence Headed To Arizona State!

Kimani Lawrence Headed To Arizona State

Basketball Spotlight Alum Kimani Lawrence has decided to attend Arizona State University. Lawrence starred on the Basketball Spotlight with Expressions Elite. He developed into one of the top wing players in the country as many scouts were impressed with his potential and ability to make plays. 

Lawrence went on to play at New Hampton School in New Hampshire and play on the Nike EYBL circuit with Expressions Elite. He finished ranked in the Top 100 in the country. We would to congratulate Kimani and his family on his commitment and wish him the best in the future. Stay tuned as we bring you more former players that have made their college choice. 

 

Spotlight Alum Moultrie Selects Lasalle University!

Jamir Moultrie Is An Explorer

Basketball Spotlight Alum Jamir Moultrie has decided to attend Lasalle University in Philadelphia. Moultrie starred on the Spotlight circuit with DC Assault AKA “The MOBB”. He teamed with some of the top guards in the country and was able to perform at a high level because of his scoring and playmaking. 

Moultrie went on to attend Bishop McNamara and have a stellar school career. He will be remembered as one of the best combo guards to come through Basketball Spotlight in recent years. Basketball Spotlight would like to congratulate Moultrie and his family on his commitment and wish him luck in the future. Stay tuned as Basketball Spotlight will bring you more former stars that have made their college choice.

Nationally Ranked Players Flock To Super Skillcase

The Super Skillcase 2016 is loaded with former and current Basketball Spotlight stars. This event will have a middle school version on Saturday and the high school session on Sunday. The high school division is led by nationally ranked players Scottie Lewis, Bryan Antoine and Jalen Gaffney. 

The middle school session includes several nationally ranked players including; 
Trey Patterson (#1 Class of 2021) 
Jai Smith (#9 Class of 2021) 
Shane Dezonie (#16 Class of 2021) 
Marcus Dyers (#46 Class of 2021) 
Antonio Sellers (#11 Class of 2022) 
Amaral Pierre-Jerome (#13 Class of 2022) 
Tyler Hawkins (#16 Class of 2022) 
Zion Cruz (#21 Class of 2022) 
Jayden Pierre (#29 Class of 2022) 
Everton Brown (#47 Class of 2022) 
Darryl Simmons (#50 Class of 2022) 
Louis Hutchinson (#55 Class of 2022) 

As you can see this field is totally loaded and we can’t wait to see them perform. Click Here To Register for this big time event.

Inside The NY Rens Video!

The NY Rens have become one of the top AAU programs in the country. They have produced some of the top players in the nation the last few years. But that’s not all the NY Rens are known for. This Nike affiliated squad has taken the time to help their players off the court in terms of education and character development. Check out this video below which gives a great insight inside their program. You can also see the NY Rens in action during the Basketball Spotlight Tip Off Classic.

Top 10 Reasons To Attend The Basketball Spotlight Circuit!

Basketball Spotlight has been around for a decade and continues to be the leader when it comes to grammar and middle school basketball. The Spotlight always gives the most exposure of any pre-high school scouting service and is in the center of the Northeast corridor where the best teams travel to Spotlight tournaments in hopes of bringing home the elusive Spotlight Banner. This year will be no different as the circuit has already been released boasting 5 tournaments and 1 elite camp beginning in December with the Tip Off Classic and culminating with the Future Phenom Camp in August. Many future pro’s and high level D-1 College basketball players have competed in the Spotlight tournaments and events. Will you or your team be next? The following are the Top 10 reasons why the Spotlight tournaments are the events to play in. Don’t miss out as every event always sells out. 

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2020 Super 100 National Player Rankings

The Basketball Spotlight Class of 2020 Super 100 National Player Rankings are listed below. These rankings are based on our opinion and should be taken as such. Congratulations to those that made this list but just remember this is just the beginning. You must continue to work on your game. 

Diary Of A Baller: Trey Patterson (Somerset, NJ) Entry #6

Trey Working On The Vertimax

Hello Basketball World, 

This is Trey Patterson signing back in for my 6th week of ‘Diary of a Baller’. It was a very busy and hard-working week for me. 

"The Bigger Picture" Inside The Life Of Emoni Bates (Episode 1)

Emoni Bates

Emoni Bates of Ypsilanti, Michigan has become of the hottest name in the country for the Class 2022. This youngster broke o the scene last season with the Toldeo Wildcats and took the country by storm. He w starred at all the top camps in the country including the Basketball Spotlight Future Phenom Camp, where he finished as the top prospect. 

D Rich TV has now produced a look into the life of this young phenom entitled the “The Bigger Picture”. This webisode will follow Bates through his pursuit of success as a basketball star. Basketball Spotlight will post “The Bigger Picture” to keep you guys updated on his progress. Check out Episode 1 of “The Bigger Picture” below.

Spotlight Alum Waters Headed To Georgetown University!

Waters Is A Hoya!

Basketball Spotlight alum Tremont Waters has decided to attend Georgetown University. Waters starred on the Basketball Spotlight circuit with Connecticut Elite and was regarded as one of the best point guards in the country. He was known for his slick handle, court vision and scoring ability. He went head to head with some of the best guards in the country and did more than hold his own. 

Waters went on to get busy at South Kent Prep School before recently transferring to Notre Dame HS. He remains a Top 10 point guard in the country. Basketball Spotlight would like to congratulate Tremont and family on his commitment and wish them best the rest of the way. Stay tuned as we bring you more former Spotlight stars that make college commitments.

Basketball Spotlight Tip Off Classic Deadline November 15th

The Basketball Spotlight Tip Off Classic is scheduled for December 3rd and 4th at Hoop Group Headquarters. Several of the top teams in the region will be in the building. Make sure you register early because the deadline is November 15th. Click Here To Register. 

Event: Basketball Spotlight Tip Off Classic
Date: December 3rd and 4th 
Ages: 4th Grade Thru 8th Grade 
Place: Neptune, NJ 
Cost: $350 Per Team (Multi Team Discount Available)

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2021 Elite 80 National Player Rankings

The Basketball Spotlight Class of 2021 Elite 80 National Player Rankings are listed below. These rankings are based on our opinion and should be taken as such. Congratulations to those that made this list but just remember this is just the beginning. You must continue to work on your game. 

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2021 Elite 80 National Player Rankings

Diary Of A Baller: Trey Patterson (Somerset, NJ) Entry #5

Trey Patterson With Legend Chris Mullin

Hello Basketball World, 

This is Trey Patterson signing back in for my 5th week of ‘Diary of a Baller’. This past week was very eventful for me. 

We R 1 Brings In The Dogs!

The tough nosed NJ Bulldogs have made the jump into the sneaker circuit by joining the We R 1 Family. We R 1 has become one of the top Under Amor programs in the Tri-State area producing numerous Division 1 Prospects including the country’s top point guard Trevon Duval. Now NJ Bulldogs will be bringing their young ballers from New Jersey to join the group.  

The NJ Bulldogs were founded by Kenny Robinson, Malcolm Stoby and Myles Carter. They felt it was the best move for the program. “We decided to join We R 1 to build one of the strongest programs in the tri-state. They play in the best events and get maximum exposure for all their players. It’s a family thing! Beware of the Dog!” said Stoby. 

Basketball Spotlight would like to welcome the We R 1 Dogs to the basketball world and the Spotlight circuit. We wish them the best in their future endeavors and building their program.

Spotlight Alum Randolph Selects Arizona!

Brandon Randolph Is A Wildcat!

Basketball Spotlight Alum Brandon Randolph has decided to attend the University of Arizona. Randolph starred on the Spotlight Circuit as a youngster with the NYC Gauchos, Team Battle and Team Scan. He was known as a pure scorer and showed it could do it on the biggest stage. He later went on to do big things at Westtown School and the PSA Cardinals. 

Basketball Spotlight would like to congratulate Brandon and his family for their commitment and wish them continued success on the next level. Stay tuned as we bring you more top alumnus that have made college selections.

Basketball Spotlight To Support Anti-Gun Violence Movement!

Basketball Spotlight will be joining the Anti-Gun Violence Movement for our upcoming season. As we know gun violence has had a drastic effect on our communities for years. So many young lives have been lost over the use of fire arms. Beginning at the Tip Off Classic Basketball Spotlight will be distributing the Orange Patch for teams to place on their uniforms. This patch is not a requirement but we are asking teams to try and support this important movement. 

Basketball Spotlight will like to thank you in advance for your support in this matter. We will try to continue to not only bring you’re the best events but also support our student/athletes off the court. Check out the video below about the Orange Patch.

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2022 Super 70 National Player Rankings

The Basketball Spotlight Class of 2022 Super 70 National Player Rankings are listed below. These rankings are based on our opinion and should be taken as such. Congratulations to those that made this list but just remember this is just the beginning. You must continue to work on your game. 

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2022 Super 70 National Player Rankings

Diary Of A Baller: Trey Patterson (Somerset, NJ) Entry #4

Trey Patterson Working Hard 

Hello Basketball World, 

This is Trey Patterson, signing back in for my 4th week of ‘Diary of a Baller’ and this week was a very fun-filled and exciting week for me. On Monday, I went to Six Flags with a couple of my school friends. On Wednesday, I had physical therapy, then on Thursday, I had a cross-country meet. On Friday, I went to Rutgers Midnight Madness. On Saturday, I had an AAU practice. 

Basketball Spotlight Tip Off Classic Getting Early Interest!

The Basketball Spotlight Tip Off Classic is getting a lot of early interest. The committed teams are listed below. The tournament is scheduled for December 3rd and 4th. Please make sure your register as soon as possible because a sellout is imminent. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. 

8th Grade Teams 
1. Elmcor Basketball
2. Playaz Basketball Club 
3. We R 1 Bulldogs 
4. New Heights 
5. Brooklyn Rens 
6. PSA Cardinals 
7. Hilltoppers Heat 
8. Milbank
9. Team Final
10. NY Dragons
11. Team Thrill Red 
12. Team Rio National 
13. New World Unlimited 
14. Canada Elite 
15. Rens
16. Playtime Panthers
17. Havoc City 
18. United Prospects
19. Team Final (Orange)
20. Expressions Elite
21. Role Model Basketball 
22. 
23.
24.


7th Grade Teams 
1. Team IZOD
2. Playaz Basketball Club 
3. We R 1 Bulldogs 
4. Boston Finest
5. Hilltoppers Heat 
6. Team Rio National 
7. Brooklyn Rens 
8. Riverside Hawks 
9. Team M.A.G.I.C. 
10. NYC Gauchos 
11. Philly Triple Team 
12. Team Final
13. Milbank
14. Team Philly 
15. Elmcor Basketball
16. United Prospects 
17. NY Rens
18. Playtime Panthers
19. NJ Shore Shots
20. Havoc City
21. New Heights
22. Hustle Elite
23.
24. 

6th Grade Teams 
1. Team IZOD
2. We R 1 Bulldogs 
3. Riverside Hawks 
4. Brooklyn Rens 
5. NY Rens 
6. Hilltoppers Heat 
7. Philly Triple Threat 
8. T Town Ballers
9. We R 1 
10. Milbank 
11. Team Thrill Red 
12. Elmcor Basketball 
13. New Heights
14. East Coast Elite 
15. Team Takeover
16. Stack 6 


5th Grade Teams 
1. Riverside Hawks 
2. NY Rens 
3. Milbank 
4. Playtime Panthers
5. T Town Ballers 
6. NJ Shoreshots
7. Silversback National
8. Young Bucks
9. 


4th Grade Teams 
1. Philly Triple Threat 
2. NY Rens 
3. NY Gauchos
4. Ballhogs 
5. CIA Bounce 
6. Wee All Stars 
7. Stack 6 
8. NY Rens / Kat
9 
10.

Williams Selects Cincinnati!

Keith Williams Is A Bearcat

Basketball Spotlight is proud announce that alumnus Keith Williams has decided to attend the University of Cincinnati. Williams burst on the scene with New Heights and helped them when the Basketball Spotlight Grand Finale championship. He was known for getting busy and giving his all on the floor. He currently stars at Bishop Loughlin High School in Brooklyn, NY. 

Basketball Spotlight will like to congratulate Keith Williams, his family and New Heights on his college selection. Stay tuned as Basketball Spotlight bring you more top players from our circuit that are headed to college.

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2023 Top 50 National Player Rankings

The Basketball Spotlight Class of 2023 Top 50 National Player Rankings are listed below. These rankings are based on our opinion and should be taken as such. Congratulations to those that made this list but just remember this is just the beginning. You must continue to work on your game. 

Basketball Spotlight Class of 2023 Top 50 National Player Rankings 

Diary Of A Baller: Trey Patterson (Somerset, NJ) Entry #3

Trey Patterson Getting It In

Hello Basketball World, 

This is Trey Patterson, signing back in for my 3rd week of ‘Diary of a Baller’. This week was unusually light for me, but I wasn’t complaining not one bit. Due to my active schedule since the start of school, I wasn’t able to get to physical therapy as often as I normally do. However, I was able to make my physical therapy appointment on Tuesday. I attend physical therapy as a preventive method to help decrease any possible injuries, while also working on strengthening weak muscles. I had a workout with my trainer, DJ Sackmann on Wednesday, and a cross country meet on Thursday.