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Complete 94′ Sunday Top Players and Notes

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At the Complete 94′ hosted by Hardwork, Saturday showed our staff that there is a lot of talent in the San Antonio/Austin area. On Sunday, the play from the underclassmen caught our eye. Here are our top performers from Sunday and some notes from the weekend overall.

Anderson Kopp, 2019 SG-Houston Defenders:  Kopp shot the ball well from deep. He made four threes in his first game on Sunday and Kopp intensity on both ends of the floor is influential to his team’s success.

Cameron Cohn, 2019 G-Houston Defenders: Cohn showcased what he does best and that is knock down perimeter jumpers. Cohn was efficient in his games today and He showed why he is one of the top guards in his class in Houston.

Kalib Boone, 2019 F-Oklahoma PWP: Boone plays with a lot of energy and we like that. His presence in he paint on both ends was critical for PWP’s success on Sunday.

Jahmius Ramsey, 2019 G- Hardwork: Ramsey had strong performances on Saturday and that continued on Sunday. A player that is primed for a big live period showing and one of the top guards in Dallas for 2019.

Jalen Jackson, 2019 PG-Hardwork: Jackson did a good job managing the floor. Avg at least five assists in the games we watched him play and Jackson continues to be effective on both ends.

Hayden Hefner, 2020 SG-Houston Defenders: Hefner had a seven point stretch where he showcased his overall game with a dunk on a drive to the baseline, a layup and a three pointer. Against BMM, he had 14 points.

Quevian Adger, 2020 F-BMM: Adger against the Houston Defenders made big plays in the second half and overtime. He was in attack mode on offense and was able to get to the rim. Adger finished the game with 18 points, with 12 coming in after the first half.

Caleb Lohner, 2020 F-BMM: Lohner again impresses. His versatility on offense allows BMM to go mix and match on lineups. Lohner’s play this weekend opened some eyes.

Bryce Thompson, 2020 G- Oklahoma PWP: Thompson makes another appearance on our recap and in his first game he scored 32 points in his team’s close win. Thompson got hot in spurts and had stretches where it looked like he couldn’t miss.

 

Miller Kopp Continues to Shine for Houston Defenders

Kopp had quality performances in his games on Sunday and is looking to make a climb in our rankings. He scored well and showed toughness on the boards. Kopp’s stock can see a rise this spring/summer.

Inside Presence for Yes II Success

The front-court of 2018 James Jean-Marie, 2019 Charles Bassey & Ousmane Ndim make life tough for players to score in the paint and allows YIIS to get more points in the paint. Jean-Marie plays with a lot of energy and is versatile on both ends. Ndim is becoming a viable option on the block and protects the paint well and Bassey has the ability to dominate games especially when he is locked in and aggressive with the ball.

Oklahoma PWP Backcourt Impresses

2018 Keyshawn Embery & Trey’Von Hopkins form a potent backcourt for PWP as Embery showed the ability to score in bunches and Hopkins showcased his athleticism and shot making abilities. When both of them are clicking and on the same page, that’s when PWP is at its best. Embery and Hopkins are at the top of their class in Oklahoma.

 

Complete 94 Feet Day One (San Antonio, TX)

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San Antonio, the capital of Central Texas still thrives to own its roll in a mega state like Texas.  The mentality that the 4 & 5 Star players have to go to a DFW or Houston area teams to prove their worth has slowly evaporated.  San Antonio Hardwork wasn’t a lot different than many of the upstarts in the central region of TX but their actions have allow them to separate themselves from the pack.  Complete 94 Feet is one of their signature moves with an event that signifies quality over quantity.  After five years of existence a sense expectancy looms every spring in anticipation of the “Complete 94 Feet”. Hardwork holds the honor of the first full blown sneaker contract team in central TX/San Antonio. In spite of all the high level players San Antonio has produced, (From Shaq to  Jordan Clarkson) Hardwork is the first. This year with the exit of 2018 Gerald Lidell to Dallas , the “Complete 94 Feet” has more prospects than ever that polish this event into one of the best kept secrets in TX.  Day one was a short day but the five game slate  on court one harvested strong crop of 2019’s with a good group of 2018’s and some promising 2020’s.

Russel Barlow, 2018 C-Hardwork: Barlow averaged a double-double in two games. A big contributor in the paint for Hardwork and is continually improving.

Trey’Von Hopkins, 2018 CG-Oklahoma PWP: Hopkins was in a zone on offense as the athletic guard had a strong outing vs Yes II Success.

Samuel Chaput, 2018-YIIS: Chaput came off the bench and was very productive in his minutes. His game against PWP was one of the best performances from a point guard on Friday. He continues to show how under rated he is in the state of TX.

Larry Wise, 2018 SG-YIIS: Wise was looking to attack when the ball was in his hands. Against Hardwork, Wise aggressive play with key in second half run for YIIS.

Charles Bassey, 2019 PF-YesIISuccess: Bassey showed why he is the top of his class. His presence on both ends was pivotal in YIIS going 2-0 on Friday.

Kevin McCullar, 2019 SG/SF-Hardwork: McCullar was efficient today scoring wise. The guard/forward from Wagner HS is looking to have a breakout Spring/Summer.

Jahmius Ramsey, 2019 CG-Hardwork: Ramsey, we are high on and in the two games for Hardwork, he had solid scoring outputs plus decent assist numbers in both games. Ramsey is one of the top guards in 2019 in Texas.

Victor Iwuakor, 2019 PF-Hardwork: Jaws dropped when Iwuakor would go for a block or dunk. He doesn’t need to score to be effective and Iwuakor plays his role very well for Hardwork.

Bryce Thompson, 2020 CG-Oklahoma PWP: Thompson is a freshman but holds several offers already. Guard that went hot in the second half for his team.

Jahari Long, 2020 PG-Team Simms: Like how unselfish Long plays and he has good size at the point guard position. One of the top guards in Houston in his class.

Caleb Lohner, 2020 SF-BMM: Lohner has grown in statue and IQ that allows his skill set to shine. He had a big game against Hardwork with 20 points and played through a second half injury.

Micah Peavy, 2020 SG/SF: Peavy had a stretch in his second game that showed his ability to affect the game on both ends while making teammates better. When Peavy showcases everything he can do, he is a matchup problem with a developing upside to impact the state.

By: Ani Umana 

Edited by: TBB

RCS Spring Ice Breaker College Coaches’ Report

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RJ Hampton, 2020 PG - Texas BU Nation: Hampton scored in bunches but took plays off on defense. Didn't move well laterally and didn't rotate well on defense. Hampton showcased high level scoring ability and a good feel for the game wasn't engaged on defense. Souleymane Doumbia, 2018 C - Basketball University: Doumbia activity on the glass ... Read more

Paris JC College Coaches’ Report

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Abrian Edwards, SO 6'5 Wing: Decent athlete that attacks with both hands but prefers to go left. Solid driver with body that competes. Strong rebounder at his position. Mid Reggie Tharp, FR 5'10 PG: 1/2 guard that Attacked and finished at the basket with his left hand. Has a solid stroke from the perimeter but ... Read more

Whataburger (Coaches Report)

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Matthew Mayer  6'7"  SF  2018 Austin Westlake- Mayer is a skill shooter that thrive off close outs and running off screens. He is solid team defender and understands the game in the system.  HM Feron Hunt  6'7" SF 2018 DeSoto HS- Big motor, developing IQ player that plays hard but has not identified his position.  He ... Read more

Kilgore College Coaches’ Report

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Chad Bowie, FR 6'3 PG:Questionable decision maker in traffic. Made plays in open court. Started to show aggression on defense. LM+ Pernell Apgei, SO 6'7 PF: Forward that does a good job running the floors in transition. Hedges well on screen and able to switch from time to time. Samory Gueye, FR 6'9 F: Gueye ... Read more

Texas Invitational (Pasadena, TX)

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The Texas Invitational answers the bell for the 14th time as a staple in Texas high school basketball.  The Texas Invitational is no different than any other major event in basketball, “who are the players and whats the story”.  Forty-eight high school teams, two divisions that move to six brackets that split into twelve brackets after the initial two pool games on Thursday.  One  of our fundamental beliefs at Texas Boys Basketball is that teams house players and players make up teams. It is a a lot like the chicken and the egg both are necessary, but at TBB we tend to focus on the players.  This year there were 27 prospects that were either house names or absolute eye catchers. Twenty-seven prospects is enough to keep me busy over three days but there was one class of 2018 question that had to be answered.  Who is the the number one play in the class 2018 in the state of Texas?  6’4 1/2″ point guard Quinten Grimes 2018  was a priority at 9:30 am on Thursday morning.  The opportunity for Grimes to open up against Lancaster HS lead by 2017 PG T. J. Starks (Texas A & M signee) was huge. Going into the TX Invitational Pasadena, TX Grimes was clearly was one of the five best ones in 2018. Three days of observation brought clarity to Grimes position as the number one 2018 prospect in Texas.  Grimes is a complete package of size, skill, and athleticism. His ability to score in bunches,  find teammates in both transition and half court settings allow Grimes to be a consistent threat.  It is clear that Quinten puts forth maximum effort in maintaining team chemistry as he grows his clutch gene.  Quinten looks to be on a progressive tract while scoring 25-35 points, 4-7 rebounds, with 5-8 assist per game.  Grant Sherfield 2019 PG was as poised and steady as any player in the field.

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TJC College Coaches’ Report

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Eden Ewing, SO 6'8 PF: a long explosive skilled forward that gets off the floor quick and uses length to impact game on both sides. HM- Tiandre  Jackson, FR 6'4 G: High Explosive guard that rebounds well for position. Solid finisher inside. Mid minus - Mid +. Trent Sandifer, FR 6'7 Wing: Forward with decent ... Read more

Cream of the Crop 2020/2021

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The opportunity to see another group (class of 2020) step into the status of prospect was exciting experience this year.  The Cream of the Crop Camp formerly know as the Acie Law Camp introduced its sixth class to what it takes at the next level (H.S). Milton Barnes (Play Right Basketball) lead the curriculum in the 8 hours of both on/off the court teaching to give the young fellas some idea of what success looks and sounds like. PLAY RIGHT BASKETBALL is predicated on teaching IQ and  understanding how to play recruitable basketball.  When ever I watch 12,13 &14 year old kids there is a lot of box checking, projection and most of all inventory assessments.  The kids were expose to coach ability, NCAA initial eligibility, offensive reads, defensive angles, spacing and movement w/o the ball, all the foundation of playing recruitable basketball. Twenty players played in the Top 20 game but in my observation there were a few others.  The one thing we tried to stress with parents, guardians, club coaches and kids, is that it is a long way to spring of of 2020. The questions is how are you the player going to spend your time on/off the courts. Here are a few observations (not evaluations) on some of the consistent performers.

Gavin Thornton    2021                       5’6″           PG               M.S.

Solid ball skills going both ways, developing feel for leadership, scored some. Learning to be a point guard.

Jim Cofer                 2021                       6’1″           Forward    M.S.

Developing perimeter player that found some success. Effort was the story of his camp. Looking forward to seeing more.

Julian Larry            2020                      6’0″          PG

Consistently competed. A strong tough guard that showed some mid range feel of the bounce. He defended with leadership and purpose.

Jamor Mallard       2020                      6’2″          WF

Jamor was at his best in transition, he finished in traffic and through contact.

Jack Slaughter       2021                       6’6″          Center       M.S.

High energy post that ran the floor and contested shots, rebounded on both ends in and out of his area. He also showed a developing ability to score over both shoulders.

Kylil Anderson      2020                       6’2″           WF

Kylil was solid all around player on both ends. He rebounded and competed on both ends also scored some from 12-15 ft. with solid wing ball skills.

Caleb Lohner         2020                       6’6″           3/2

Lots of talent and ability with tremendous upside as his understanding develops. Caleb demonstrated that he could consistently score 22ft to the and above the rim. Showed good developing ball skills in the open court.

Tyler Pinder          2021                        5’8              PG                    M.S.

Tyler show the posture and understanding that could allow him to be a true point guard. He was a willing defender with good understanding of team concept. His speed and IQ are his best assets as he develops.

Traejon Davis       2020                        6’4″           Forward 

One of the most versatile players at camp.  Coach’s dream, guarded all five position. He scored and rebounded with the desire to win.

Colton Benson     2021                         5’8″            2/1 Guard        M.S.

Showed to be the best shooter at camp on Saturday but also demonstrated some understanding of spacing and team defense. Ball skills and confidence were really good for a young kid.

Journey Phillips  2020                        6’1″            SG 

Good size guard with solid skill set and effort that makes plays. Must play more to learn and develop feel.

Darryl Brown       2020                        6’4″           Forward 

Played with strong skill set 12-15 ft. Solid instinctive player and good rebounder. Developing defender.

Ben Joelson          2020                       6’5″             WF

Good polished player, skilled for his age. Energy was good and look for opportunities with and without the ball.

Cole Roberts         2021                       6’1″              4/3                  M.S.

Score around paint and in short corner effectively. Must improve feet defensively and ball skills, IQ look to be ahead of his skill set.

Mekai Pope           2020                     5’10”             Guard

Played with poise, solid ball skills, decent passer, shot the 3-ball and finished in the paint.

Kevin Credit         2020                     5’5″                PG    

Scoring point guard that made other better. Leadership developing. Made open shots.

Langston Love      2021                    6’3″                 WF                   M.S.

Good player.  Made 3’s, attacked the rim with success and was aggressive/competitive on both ends.

Rebounded anywhere his team needed.

Lafayette Pate        2021                   5’7″                  Guard             M.S.

Solid kid that passed and scored some.  Played hard on defense and made open jump shots.

Darious Whittington 2020            6’1″                  Wing    

Talented wing with versatility in all (3) perimeter positions. Nature feel for offense’s.  Developing rebounder and defender.

Elijah Stephens        2021                 5’3″                  PG                    M.S. 

A fast guard that was effective in open space. Developing good on ball defender. Understands how to get separation from bigger/stronger defenders.

Others:

Carlos  Miller            2020                5’9″                   PG

Point guard clearly knew who and what he is. As his strength improves or body catches up with his IQ he will become more confident.

Dakota Sterling        2020                6’2″                   SF

Strong body player that was up and down but showed flashes of being a good player on both ends.

Dallas Hobbs             2022                5’6″                   PG                     M.S. 

The high IQ guard was the youngest player at camp.  He must continue to understand how to manage in close quarters with bigger stronger guys.  His hard work is definitely showing up.

 

      

 

 

The Three Headed Monster (Las Vegas, NV)

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Day 3 (Fri.): There were six events during the final evaluation period in vegas although  Fab 48, Bigfoot and Adidas Championships continue to house 97% of the recruitable players from Texas. NY2LA required two hours a day of attention with top players like Jaden LaDee 2018 and Marcus Garrett 2017 and their teams make for 6-8 legit college prospects.  In a discussion with Hoop Scoop’s Clark Francis the water down growing team aspect nature of the business, it requires lot energy and driving to lay eyes on the prospects. Here are a few we saw in 11 games:

Texas UIL State Tournament 2016

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Lancaster H.S. JaColby Pemberton 6'6"  SF 2016: Long-active 3/4 mid+ player that suffered a knee injury in the semi-finals but lead Lancaster throughout the season with double double performances. Offensively and Defensively effective out of 17 ft Nate Morris  6'10" 5/4  2016: Threw his mobility and developed an IQ. Has shown and continues to show ... Read more

Jones Shuts It Down in the Capital

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Andrew Jones 6’4″ 185 pg brings his recruitment to a comfort zone. Andrew is another Texas prospect that clarity came late for. The high major lead guard grew 4 inches and gain 35 pounds in the last 16 months. We remember the 5’10” shooter at the Texas Grassroots Basketball events 3 years ago that was constantly competing and looking for an opportunity. The reality of his talent has resonated with the country now and the University of Texas/ HC Shaka Smart are the beneficiaries.

So many times in recruiting the hardest worker doesn’t get the player but this time hard work paid off. Andrew said, “I actually looked forward to coach’s calls. He always had infomation that made me better both on and off the court.” “I can’t wait to play for this guy.” Assistant coach David Cason and H.C. Smart locked in and now they have number three done with some more work out there.

Andrew discussed how he got to this point. Jones said, “Man, my dad has been everything for me in basketball. He showed and taught me on and off the court everyday.”  “Having a sister (Alexis Jones-Baylor) like Alexis that could always get it across to me. A mother that was no nonsense and competitive provided me with everything I could hope for to be a player.”

Andrew is averaging 28 pts,10 rebs, and 7 ast. thus far this season. The three year varsity starter has developed from ground up right before our eyes the right way. In todays society where it is more about the frosting than the cake, Andrew has shown to be a player about substance. Andrew said, “Now I can get back to work without any distractions and get better.”  “I want to work at getting stronger and lower on defense, also on offense with the ball.” “The pick and roll is something I am a constant student of.”

Andrew continues his high school career at Irving MacArthur after losing in the 5A state semi-finals last year. His hopes are of hanging as many championship banners as he can before he is done. He spent his first 6 years playing for his father Head Coach David Jones and Texas Express. Jones spent one cycle on the EYBL with Jeff Webster and ProSkills.
Twitter: @AXJ_10

November Tournament Report

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Over the last few years Houston has been a hot bed for talented basketball players. This time of year there are several high school tournaments that gather some of the regions top teams and prospects.

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Nate Morris Finds Home in the SEC

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The 6’10” 250 lb. Morris has not been a stranger in the DFW prep/grassroots basketball landscape.  I have watched him grow for the last four years into legit high major prospect.  Morris said “I understand the up and down nature of the business, so I control two things: playing and defending hard.” “I have to continue to develop my body and skill set.”  Nate Morris sits at the #10 spot on Texasboysbasketball.com (where the top 20-24 players go to a BCS conference) but could easily move up with the upcoming high school opportunity to repeat as 5A state champion.  Lancaster is loaded with D1 prospects relatively speaking in the context of a high school program.
Morris expressed that the recruiting process has been up and down, therefore when it got down to decision time he look at people he felt a level of comfort with.  University of San Diego, Tulsa and Ole Miss were the three he selected from but the opportunity to play in the SEC against a lot of other DFW natives and good competition was enough to convince him that University of Mississippi (Ole Miss-Oxford, MS) was the place for him.
Nate Morris said, “I love my mother for always being there for me no matter good days or bad, she has missed only (3) of my games that I recall.”  The Dallas Mustang program ( Tony Johnson and Steve Miles) was Nate’s home from the 6th grade. Lancaster high school and Ferron Douglass have been his home for all four years (completing his 4th year now) of his H.S. career.  That says a lot in these days and time.

Super 16 (Houston, TX)

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For the seventh consecutive year, RCS Sports hosted Super 16 tournament at Pasadena High School. This year’s field featured many of Houston’s top teams but more importantly top area prospects. Sunday’s championship game featured two of Houston’s top teams, Atascocita High School and Satch Home School. Atascocita rallied late behind Purdue commit Carsen Edwards to secure their second straight Super 16 title. Here are the prospects that impressed us over the weekend.

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Las Vegas The Last Look

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The last run at an opportunity to verify, identify or clarify for all parties (players, coaches and scouts). The July NCAA evaluation period is unique in the fact that there are any legitimate distractions for the college basketball industry and players are free for summer break. The majority of the player have been seen by college coaches and scouting services, now it is in the process of closing out opinions, deciding to offer or letting parties know how they real feel.

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Lone Star Classic

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This year’s Lone Star Classic was headlined by some of Texas’s top teams. Nike Team Texas Elite, Urban DFW Elite, Select, BJ, Mo Williams Academy, and Texas Select to name just a few were in attendance at Duncanville Fieldhouse(Bob Knight Fieldhouse). The out of state teams that made the trip to Dallas were as impressive as the Texas teams. Talented teams like the LA Rockfish, Mississippi Bobcats, Oklahoma Magic, and Triple Threat(Miami,FL) all raised the overall quality of recruit able athletes at the tournament. These teams elevated an always loaded tournament field while providing a variety of prospects to college coaches in attendance. Mo Williams Academy left this year’s tournaments with the crown, but the Lone Star Classic was so Loaded that our staff decided to have Tournament Superlatives.

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TBB Day 1 & 2 Duncanville, TX

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The second segment of the July evaluation period keeps college coaches scrambling for airports, rental cars and interstate highways. Once again the Lone Star state (TX) provided another quality option to be a destination for PLAYERS ! The Texas Boys Basketball staff of three got locked for the 1:45 pm start with the Urban DFW-Perkins vs. D1 Elite being the kickoff feature. The older 2017 guard tandem of Curshank and Starks was to much for one of the most talented 2018 groups in the country. Gerald Lidell 6’7″ wing, 2018, #9 ESPN national and top 3 Texas Boys Basketball, Rusell Barlow 6’9″ 4/5 top 10 TBB and 5 other top 20 TBB guys was clean look and good start. Day one of pool play we were able to see 26 teams for a half or more.

Top Performers:

– Fabian White (6’7″/2017/PF)

White continues to play at a high level on both sides of the ball. White utilized his length defensively and utilized his feet to create position early offensively. White’s aggression combined with his fundamentals and basketball IQ make him a tough cover for any opponent.

– Andrew Jones (6’4″/2016 CG)

Andrew has grown two inches and continue to prove the combo guard title from July 8th thru pool play July 17th back home in DFW. He is playing well but still showed crazy upside.

– Clevon Brown (6’7″/2016 PF)

Clevon was consist on both days of pool play the undersized PF showed flashes of a Quincey Acey clone.  The intelligent well spoken kid you get in the interview transforms to beast mode with developing feel and skill set.

– Jarrett Allen (6’10″/2016 4/5)

Allen continues his tear, proving game after game why TBB considers him the top player in the state of Texas. From step throughs to jump hooks and monster dunks Allen will make a coach very happy next year.

– Adrio Bailey (6’6″/2016 PF)

Bailey the very bouncy power forward continuously brought his high energy above the rim play every time he stepped on the court. Bailey finished some big time dunks.

 

Lone Star Top 100 Camp

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The first ever Lone Star Top 100 Camp presented by Texas Grassroots Basketball was a major success. The Duncanville Fieldhouse(formerly known as Bob Knight Fieldhouse) was packed with prospects in anticipation for the experience and exposure the camp would provide for them. The camp included a wide variety of speakers in the basketball community.

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Texas Only McDonald’s All-American

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This is a dream come true” said Juwan Evans as we sat in a nearly empty section of The  United Center during McDonald’s All American media day. “It’s a dream to be here but it is also an opportunity to show what I can do competing against the best players in the country.” Juwan an Oklahoma State signee is the only All-American from Texas this year. “It’s a real honor to be the only player selected from Texas, with all the good players we have in the state of Texas to be the only one selected is a humbling.” Although Evans is the only player selected from Texas this year to play in the McDonalds game, Evans is not originally from Texas. Evans grew up in South Carolina attending his first two years of high school at Legacy Charter before his family moved to Dallas and got to play for legendary Kimball head coach Royce “Snoop” Johnson. “ I have had so many blessings in my life, especially playing for Coach Snoop that one year, he is an amazing coach and even better person. Not a lot of people get to play for a coach who has won six state championships. This year without him on the sideline he has been great, talking to me about the game but more importantly talking to me about life.”

Evans has showcased his talent over and over again throughout his time in Dallas. He played a nationally competitive high school schedule and played on the EYBL all summer. Evans is a pure point guard with a lot of strengths and few weaknesses. When asking about what he perceived the biggest strength of his game, Evans replied, “ I see the game, I love making plays for teammates, and I am never scared to take big shots.” Evans is an extremely humble and kind young man and is a great representative of the high school basketball in the state of Texas. Basketball needs more young men like Juwan Evans.

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