Elite 32: Stock Risers pt. 2
By Robert Alfonso Jr
MARIETTA, GA – Since there is only one Live Period in July some players made sure to leave their mark. College coaches have already seen them in April or during certain NCAA certified events.
Here are some players who took to the floor at McEachern High for the On The Radar Hoops Elite 32 and flexed their muscle.
Terrell Ard Jr |2020|Putnam Science Academy|GA Canes is a prospect coaches wanted to check in on while in Atlanta. He played hard and downhill against every team. His athleticism was on full display finishing with thunderous dunks. He earned an offer from Hofstra and had many more schools interested This 6’5 forward will definitely continue to garner attention.
Keano Calderon |2020|Dr. Phillips|1 Family is a flat out competitor on the hardwood. The 6’4 guard is known for his ability to score but when its time to get locked in the focus is intensified. He is intense on offense as well. Calderón is calculated in plenty of his move then changes the pace for strong finishes.
Malachi Hazelton |2020|West Oaks Academy|Team Breakdown turned up the heat in his only appearance. It was enough for him to have the college coaches scratching his name down in their packets. He played like it was his first game of the day. His motor was high while playing in the open court. A program looking for an energy giver guy Hazelton is one to look up.
Howard Fleming |2020|Male HS|Kentucky Hoop Dreams is an effective scorer. He plays with urgency and under control. His ability to attack the basket in traffic in traffic has made him a prominent scorer. He is also an explosive athlete in traffic. The way he played will only continue to attract college coaches.
Michael Jones |2022|Woodlawn-Shreveport HS|LivOn/Fleur De Lis is an athletic and bouncy kinda player. He entered the weekend from the opening game playing above the rim on both ends of the floor. Jones is also a relentless rebounder.
About the Author
Alfonso
Robert Alfonso Jr. is a graduate of Mount Sait Mary College. He has more than 20 years of journalism experience. Alfonso has helped build a basketball web brand in Georgia and has covered high school through college sports for publications in New York, North Carolina, and Georgia. His mission has always been to uplift the athletes who play sports providing them the exposure needed in this new media platform.