Talent aplenty in the Future 150 Middle School Showcase
National analyst and scout Darnell “Tate” Johnson attendee the Future 150 Showcase in Tampa, Florida where some players caught his eye. See who stood out.
Shakey Rodriguez, a mentor to many, passes away at 67
By Robert Alfonso Jr. MIAMI. FL – Marcos “Shakey” Rodriguez is a name synonymous with basketball success in the Miami/South Florida area. The legendary coach suffered an brain aneurysm on Tuesday before dying on Wednesday night. Rodriguez was 67. His death shook the basketball community in South Florida and across the Sunshine State. Former players, mentees, and opposing coaches were […]
Player profile: Robbie Armbrester
By Robert Alfonso Jr. Robbie Armbrester prides himself on being a little different. High school players transfer regularly to notable programs across the Southeast with long-established names. Many of the players from the roster come from the region, despite its national presence. When Armbrester made the decision to leave the comfort and warmth of Therrell High in Atlanta, the new […]
Could Mikey Williams head to an HBCU?
By Robert Alfonso Jr. When you watch the highlight videos of Mikey Williams one can clearly see the talent is off the charts. While those videos tend to go viral, Williams stepped to social media and gave the basketball world something to ponder. He tweeted, “Going to an HBCU wouldn’t be too bad …” This went viral with more than […]
Poteat commits to Bethune-Cookman
By Robert Alfonso Jr. Shakur Poteat has always had an idea where he wanted to go. He just kept it to himself until recently. While many athletes always dream of playing for a Power 5 school, Poteat has wanted to play for a Historically Black College or University since the ninth grade. Poteat will get the opportunity to do so […]