By Robert Alfonso Jr. Norcross, GA – Newton has been in close games all season. Saturday was no different. The Rams beat Peachtree Ridge, 60-58, at Norcross High the host of the On the Radar Hoops Tip-off Classic. Marcus Smith, who finished with 22 points, scored the game-winning layup driving right. Newton (3-0) remains undefeated. “All our games have been […]
Lawrenceville, GA – Playing in front of college coaches is the goal of every athlete, especially basketball players. The Southern Hoops Report Showcase has provided the platform for such exposure. There were a handful of college programs in attendance looking for unsigned seniors or rising underclassman. The number of players roaming the hardwood at Central Gwinnett High School was deep. […]
By Robert Alfonso Jr. Athens, GA – Central Gwinnett had to weather the storm of being down double figures in the second half. Some timely shooting and late defense helped the Black Knights beat Lakeside, 75-69, in overtime. The Black Knights’ Malik Rideout nailed a jumper with a minute to go in the extra session for a 70-69 lead. His […]
By Robert Alfonso Jr. NORCROSS, Ga. – The annual On the Radar Hoops Breakout camp is the start of several opportunities to showcase their individual talents and skills before the start of the high school season. This edition of the camp allowed some upcoming sophomores and incoming freshmen to separate themselves from many members of their class. Several players continued […]