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HIGH SCHOOL
Prospect features, showcase reports, camp evaluations, and grassroots coverage —
where the pipeline begins.

Around The Country In 2 Minutes: Next Up; Lonnie Bass Jr
As we continue to survey the landscape of high school prospects in the class of 2025, one name that stands out is Lonnie Bass Jr., a 6-foot-8 forward from Mater Academy East in Las Vegas. Over the years, Las Vegas

Revolutionizing College Athletics: NCAA set to Increase Scholarship Limits Across All Sports
During a pivotal meeting on July 23, NCAA power conference commissioners reached a landmark decision to implement new roster size limits, setting the stage for athletic departments to allocate millions of dollars in additional scholarships. This groundbreaking resolution primarily impacts

“Championing Character: It’s The Coach’s Responsibility to Inspire”
A man’s integrity is his greatest asset. Without it, he has nothing.” “The most important possession you have is your name – never dishonor it.” To inspire others, one must embody good character, solid principles, and high ethical standards. True

Around The Country In 2 Minutes; Next Up, 2026 Devin Thomas Of Mojave High…
In this segment, we aim to shine a spotlight on emerging talents that might not yet be on everyone’s radar. Take Devin Thomas from Mojave High in North Las Vegas, Nevada. At 6’4″, he caught my attention as an athletic

“Harvard Westlake Star Trent Perry Opens Up Recruitment After USC Shift”
Harvard Westlake 6’4” point guard Trent Perry has announced his decision to de-commit from USC in light of former head coach Andy Enfield’s resignation and move to SMU. Perry, a versatile four-star player, brings a very good skill set to

Rising Stars: Inside the Next Generation of Las Vegas Hoop Talent” Bruce Of Prep Hoops
Rarely do we hear independent sports journalists start off in this manner: The secret of success lies in this: There is inside of you and me a Seed of God capable of drawing to us any element we need to

Desert Pines; “Curtis Coleman’s Basketball Growth” The Steady Rise of Progress
In high school sports, staying focused is crucial. When I assess young players like Curtis Coleman Jr of Desert Pines high in Las Vegas, I look for the little things that show progress in their development. I remind players that

Around The Country In 2 Minutes, Next Up: Mason Abittan of Red Rock Academy
Venturing into the high school basketball scene, Mason Abittan of Red Rock Academy in Las Vegas captured my attention as a 6-foot-6 swing man with some promise. In this edition of “Around The Country In 2 Minutes,” we dissect Mason’s

2023 THIRD ANNUAL HOOPHALL EAST “PLAYER WATCH”
Experience the pinnacle of high school basketball at Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes, Delaware, from December 26-29, as teams from Arizona, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., converge for the 2023 Hoophall

Trinity International’s Four-Star Center Khaman Maker Chooses St. John’s
Khaman Maker, a 7-foot-1 center, has officially committed to St. John’s University for 2024. He’s ranked as the third-best player in Nevada’s class of 2024 by Prep Hoops. Maker is known for his remarkable length and versatility. He excels at

Around The Country In 2 Minutes: A Closer Look at 2026 Prospect Dante Steward of Liberty High…
Assessing high school prospects is vital, as numerous talented players often go unnoticed. Sharing my personal observations of these players allows me to establish a benchmark for assessment. That’s why I strive to attend as many high-level events as I

Redemption’s Lesson: Teaching Our Young Men; The Value Of Self Worth
Addressing this sensitive topic is of utmost importance, particularly in the context of three young men who are in need of guidance. It’s crucial to recognize that we should never judge a person solely by their shortcomings because there is