Friday, November 29, 2019
Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Inside The PSA Cardinals Program: Terrance "Munch" Williams
Munch
PSA Cardinals began has Team Scan and has become one of the best Nike Sponsored programs in the country. Recently, Director Terrence “Munch” Williams sat down with #FreeGame Interview to give them some history and insight to the PSA Cardinal Program.
One On One Feat: Rickey Sullivan (RJS)
Rickey Sullivan
RJS Basketball and Difference Makers Basketball came together to present the Midnight Madness. This high school showcase event at Trenton Catholic Academy sent shockwaves through Mercer County. RJS CEO Ricky Sullivan also has coached at the Basketball Spotlight Future Phenom Camp and the 8th Grade Seminar Showcase. Basketball Spotlight sat down with Sullivan to get caught up on RJS plans for the future.
One On One Feat: Rickey Sullivan (RJS)
Tuesday, November 26, 2019
From The Director’s Desk: Mike Linton (NJ Rivals)
Mike Linton
The Mercer County area now has an Adidas affiliated AAU team. The NJ Rivals grammar school AAU team is an offspring of the Adidas Sponsored Rivals AAU program based in the New England area. The program came into existence under the vision of Mike Linton from Ewing Township, NJ. Basketball Spotlight got a chance to holler at NK Rivals Director Mike Linton and here’s what he had to say.
From The Director’s Desk: Mike Linton (NJ Rivals)
Saturday, November 23, 2019
Super Skillcase Profile: Erin Mayerhofer (Red Bank, NJ)
Hometown: Red Bank, NJ
Position: Point Guard
Class: 2024
Skillcase Analysis: Erin is capable of breaking the ankles of defenders off the bounce. She also shows good court vision which allows her to get teammates involved. She has the aggression needed to run a team. She will fit in with one of the loaded Shore Teams this time next year.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Brooklyn Taylor (Freehold, NJ)
Hometown: Freehold, NJ
Position: Shooting Guard
Class: 2025
Skillcase Analysis: Taylor has a real good mid-range pull up. She displayed a polished and confident approach. Her pace will definitely translate into the high school level in two years. Yes she’s only a 7th Grader with is something special.
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Friday, November 22, 2019
Super Skillcase Profile: Laila Rodriquez (Long Branch, NJ)
Hometown: Long Branch, NJ
Position: Shooting Guard
Class: 2025
Skillcase Analysis: I like how Rodriquez got out in transition and made things happen. She proved she could score the rock and more importantly get things done on the defensive end. Long Branch has a bright future with such players Rodriquez and Andrews.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Leilana Andrews (Long Branch, NJ)
Hometown: Long Branch, NJ
Position: Point Guard
Class: 2024 Skillcase
Analysis: One of the top point guards on the girl’s side of this event. Andrews has a mean drive, draw and dish game. She also has a outside shot and I like the pace she plays with. Andrews was a sponge during the workouts.
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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Diary Of A Baller: Dylan Seay (Brick, NJ) Entry #4
Dylan Seay
Whats up Spotlight FAMILY!
Another week of basketball done. On Thursday, my school team ended the Fall JV Hoop Group League with a win over St Rose HS. Then, Friday night I went to the I'm Possible workout at Sportika. Micah Lancaster and the other trainers showed me some new techniques and footwork.
This week I am doing what every other middle school basketball player is doing and getting ready for MADEHOOPS at Spooky Nook this weekend. I am looking forward to playing against the best competition on the East Coast! As soon as this weekend is over, my school team will be starting the CBA middle school tournament. The grind never stops.
Until next time..
Super Skillcase Profile: Malik Myatt (Philadelphia, PA)
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA
Position: Forward
Class: 2026
Skillcase Analysis: Myatt comes with loads of potential. He can dance with the rock at a good size while creating opportunities for his teammates and himself. He also was a factor on the other side of the rock defending multiple positions.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Tony Kelly (Burlington, NJ)
Hometown: Burlington, NJ
Position: Point Guard
Class: 2025
Skillcase Analysis: Kelly had his moments of showing smoothness with rock. He got anywhere he wanted on the floor while directing traffic. He could become a name to know in a few years.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Luke Schorr (Rumson, NJ)
Hometown: Rumson, NJ
Position: Combo Guard
Class: 2025
Skillcase Analysis: As always Schorr proved to be a polished guard with some good shooting and passing instincts. He never seems to be playing out of control and usually makes the correct play. His shot wasn’t falling as much as other events but his stroke was still good.
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Super Skillase Profile: Dominic Mauro (Manalapan, NJ)
Hometown: Manalapan, NJ
Position: Point Guard
Class: 2027
Skillcase Analysis: The youngest of the Mauro bunch, Dom is a true point guard that loves to drive, draw and dish. He gets a kick out of dropping dimes and will hit teammates from any angle. I also love the competitiveness he showed during the drills.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Anthony Mauro (Manalapan, NJ)
Hometown: Manalapan, NJ
Position: Shooting Guard
Class: 2026
Skillcase Analysis: Mauro is a flat-out scorer like his older brother Peter. The lefty can get it done from all three levels. Once he gets started, he’s hard to slow down because his handle gets him anywhere on the floor. We will be on the look out for him on the circuit.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Joey Wray (Columbus, OH)
Hometown: Columbus, OH
Position: Combo Guard
Class: 2026
Skillcase Analysis: Wray was perhaps the top performer in this grade level. He had size but didn’t use bully ball as he crossed defenders and delivered on finishes. He also has the swagger and instincts needed to be a notable player down the road.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Zion Figueroa (Trenton, NJ)
Hometown: Hamilton, NJ
Position: Forward
Class: 2025
Skillcase Analysis: Figueroa works hard to get better. He’s still learning the game but if he continues with this hunger, he could be something down the road. He also went hard in the drills while being a sponge to the teaching.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Anthony Leger (Manalapan, NJ)
Hometown: Manalapan, NJ
Position: Shooting Guard
Class: 2024
Skillcase Analysis: Leger is a deep shooter with a good stroke. He found seams in the defense and used his smartness to be in the correct position. He was even able to knockdown shots with the defenders flying at him. We look forward to seeing him again.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Gioacchino Panzini (Spring Lake, NJ)
Hometown: Spring Lake, NJ
Position: Forward
Class: 2024
Skillcase Anaylsis: I loved this kid’s size and willingness to handle the rock. His handle needs to get a little tighter but he was effective with the rock. His height allowed him to see over the defense and either score or pass. He’s going to be a good player on the high school level in the Shore.
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Tuesday, November 19, 2019
AGame Fall Shootout 14U Championship: VA Playmakers Hold On!
VA Playmakers
The VIRGINIA PLAYMAKERS pulled it off against DC PREMIER BLACK in a classic battle for the ages (46-44). Congrats to the Virginia Playmakers for winning the uniforms.
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AGame Fall Shootout 8th Grade Championship: Team Thrill Grabs Championship!
Team Thrill
The entire 8th Grade division did not disappoint. The Final Four matchups had NEW YORK GAUCHOS vs TRAIN'D 2 GO and NEW HEIGHTS vs THRILL. Both games were flat out nail bitters with both THRILL & TRAIN'D 2 GO pulling out OT victories both by just 1 point. In the final game THRILL imposed their will against TRAIN'D 2 GO and captured the 8th Grade Championship 53-41.
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AGame Fall Shootout 7th Grade Championship: Team Thrill Wins Thriller!
Team Thrill
The 7th Grade Championship was a battle between THRILL vs BROOKLYN BRIDGE. THRILL pulled it out in a tight game with a score of 50-48.
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AGame Fall Shootout 6th Grade Championship: TTO Wins Crown!
Team Takeover
The mighty mighty TEAM TAKEOVER defeats IVY LIONS and capture the 6th Grade Championship at the Fall Shootout. It was a back and forth battle between these two titans, final score 55-42.
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AGame Super Shootout 13U Championship: Slam City Prevails!
Slam City
The 13U Championship was dominated by SLAM CITY defeating NOVA 94 FEET 39-28. Congrats to Slam City for winning the Championship and Uniforms.
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AGame Fall Shootout 12U Championship: NY Gauchos Cruise!
NY Gauchos
NEW YORK GAUCHOS takes the 12U Championship by defeating TJ LAKERS (45-33). Congrats to the NY Gauchos for winning the uniforms.
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AGame Fall Shootout 11U Championship: Above All Cost Wins!
Above All Cost
ABOVE ALL COST took down NY RISING STARS (39-20) to capture the 11U Championship and a Full Set of Custom Team Uniforms. ABOVE ALL COST battled all the way to the top.
Super Skillcase Profile: Noah Roberts (Maplewood, NJ)
Hometown: Maplewood, NJ
Position: Combo Guard
Class: 2024
Skillcase Analysis: Roberts has good size and some wiggle his game. He showed the ability to breakdown defenders and get into the lane. He is also capable of getting things done on the defensive end. He wiry enough to defend multiple positions.
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Super Skillcase Profile: Jaden Barnett (Elizabeth, NJ)
Hometown: Elizabeth, NJ
Position: Combo Guard
Class: 2024 Skillcase
Analysis: Barnett’s confidence is blooming right now. He has come a long way since the first time he played in event. He now looks to attack and score the ball. He finishes with either hand and drops buckets in bunches. He’s definitely moving to the right direction.
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Monday, November 18, 2019
AGame Fall Shootout 10U Championship: Team Thrill Rolls!
Team Thrill
Team Thrill used a team effort to defeat Team Durant to win the AGame Fall Shootout 10U Championship. Congratulations to Team Thrill.
AGame Fall Shootout 9U Championship: We R 1 Gets It Done!
WE R 1 9U
The We R 1 9U team defeated Team Takeover win the AGame Fall Shootout Championship. Congrats to We R 1.
AGame Fall Shootout 8U Championship: Maryland Bucs!
Maryland Bucs
The Maryland Bucs defeated Maryland Hawks to win the AGame Fall Shootout 8U Championship. Congrats to Maryland Bucs!
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Basketball Spotlight Holiday Classic Adds A J.E.M.!
In 2016, Basketball Spotlight had our last J.E.M. All Star Classic. At that time was a very emotional time for our family. Since then we have received numerous requests to bring the event back. Therefore, we decided to attach Jonelle’s memory to an event that can benefit more players. So, we have decided add her memory to the Inaugural Holiday Classic. This is also fitting because Jonelle is a graduate of McCorristin High School which is now Trenton Catholic Academy.
Super Skillcase Going Down This Weekend!
The Super Skillcase will take place this weekend and a bunch of top players will participate. Here are some of the top players coming down to Sportika.
Dylan Seay 2024
Samir Taylor 2024
Kabrien Goss 2024
Toby Ojukwo 2024
Jordan Ghee 2025
Mehki Ragland 2025
Jebron Harris 2025
Peter Mauro 2025
Samaj Long 2025
DJ Snead 2025
Jarrod Denard 2026
Isaiah Gore 2026
Tai Turnage 2025
Ronald Robinson 2025
Bryce Clark 2027
King Arnold 2027
Tyler Sutton 2027
Andre Robinson 2027
Anthony Mauro 2026
Jayden James 2024
Semaj Stone 2027
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Monday, November 11, 2019
Basketball Spotlight Middle School Events Ready To Go!
Basketball Spotlight has now entered the grammar/middle school team tournaments. This year we will be hosting several middle school tournaments including the Holiday Classic and Paul Pintella Memorial Classic. These single elimination events will feature some of the top grammar/middle school teams in the region. The tournaments information is below.
Date: December 30th and 31st 2019
Place: Trenton Catholic Academy
Cost: $150.00 Per Team
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Date: February 22nd and 23rd
Place: Trenton Catholic Academy
Price: $100.00 (Per Team)
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Teams Interested Place Contact Mike Melton at 609-532-5122 or basketballspotlight@hotmail.com
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Monday, November 4, 2019
Diary Of A Baller: Dylan Seay (Brick, NJ) Entry #2
St. Thomas The Apostle School
What's up Spotlight Family!
My Camp Experience Feat: Kabrien Goss (Trenton, NJ)
Kabrien Goss
Kabrien Goss is an 8th Grader at Foundation Academy in Trenton, NJ. He took a trip down to the CP3 Combine and has decided to share his experience with Basketball Spotlight.
My Camp Experience Feat: Kabrien Goss
Sunday, November 3, 2019
8th Grade Seminar/Showcase Top Performers Part 3 (Syracuse & Pittsburgh)
Kingston Walker
The Inaugural Basketball Spotlight 8th Grade Seminar/Showcase took place at Life Center Academy. This event featured sixty 8th Graders that also received some off the court lessons. Here is our final look at the top performers from this event.
8th Grade Seminar/Showcase Top Performers Part 3
Saturday, November 2, 2019
8th Grade Seminar/Showcase Top Performers Part 2 (Michigan State & North Carolina)
Rashee Bell
The Inaugural Basketball Spotlight 8th Grade Seminar/Showcase took place at Life Center Academy. This event featured sixty 8th Graders that also received some off the court lessons. Here are our second look at the top performers from this event.
8th Grade Seminar/Showcase Top Performers Part 2
8th Grade Seminar/Showcase Top Performers Part 1 (Duke & Rutgers)
Jaylen Clagett
The Inaugural Basketball Spotlight 8th Grade Seminar/Showcase took place at Life Center Academy. This event featured sixty 8th Graders that also received some off the court lessons. Here is our first look at the top performers from this event.
8th Grade Seminar/Showcase Top Performers Part 1
Friday, November 1, 2019
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