Ponds decides to stay home, commits to Johnnies

By Robert Alfonso Jr. BROOKLYN, NY – Keeping the best players in New York City is one of the main reasons St. John’s University hired Chris Mullin back in April. Since then, the Johnnies have been on the minds and lists of some of the areas top players. On Tuesday afternoon, one of those players decided to make his pledge […]

Robinson becomes Tar Heels second verbal commitment from Class of 2016

By Robert Alfonso Jr. DOUGLASVILLE, GA – The opportunity to develop into his highest potential was one of the main things Brandon Robinson was looking for in a college program. On Monday, the Georgia native found the best fit for himself. Robinson committed to North Carolina. “I feel like coach (Roy) Williams and coach (Hubert) Davis believe in my game […]

GDAY Combine loaded with talent

By Robert Alfonso Jr. ROCHESTER, NY – Basketball talent was at abundance during the G.D.A.Y. Combine this weekend. Players came from Connecticut, Canada, Pennsylvania, Western and Central New York. They all came with a purpose, which was to elevate their game against some of the best competition around. Basketball in Upstate New York is looking to put its stamp on […]

Jackson commits to Duke

By Robert Alfonso Jr. Frank Jackson is easily the best player to come out of Utah in a long time. He was a highly-touted recruit to many of the local collegiate basketball programs. On Tuesday, Jackson opted to pledge his commitment to Duke after a visit. The Lone Peak High product selected the Blue Devils over, BYU, Utah and Stanford. […]