2016 Prep Circuit Preview by SportsEngine

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TEAMS TO WATCH

TEAM PREVIEWS oak hill

norcross

althoff

neumann-goretti

providence day

hudson catholic

montverde

sierra canyon

paul vi

findlay prep

prolific prep

westlake (TX)

La Lumiere

hamilton heights

jefferson

st. anthony

img academy

new albany

chino hills

champlin park

curie

wheeler

Greenforest

lancaster

pebblebrook

nathan hale

imhotep

memphis east

bishop montgomery

wesleyan

the patrick school

simeon

west oaks

westtown

morgan park

gray collegiate

mater dei

westlake (GA)

massilon jackson

gonzaga

roselle catholic

webster groves

christ the king

john carroll

deMatha

huntington prep

mae jemison

long island lutheran

garfield

Crossroads

wasatch academy

Bishop Gorman

Greensboro

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VIRGINIA

OAK HILL

ak Hill Academy (VA), the defending champions of the Dick’s Sporting Goods High School Nationals, have reloaded this year. They have multiple players returning and one big addition. Head Coach Steve Smith and his staff have a lot of premier guards returning that will continue to make waves on a national scale. The guards returning for this season are seniors Matt Coleman, Lindell Wigginton, Tyshon Alexander and Devontae Shuler. Wigginton feels

confident about his team this year. Junior power forward Kenneth Nwuba will have to step up in a big way as he will be one of the primary targets in the post. Their biggest addition this year is ESPN’s 20th nationally ranked player in the nation Billy Preston. This was a significant addition not only because of how talented Preston is, but because of how many forwards they lost from last year. Mississippi State forward Mario Kegler, Alabama forward Braxton Key and Joe Hampton all graduated last year. Another player to keep an eye on David

2015-16 RECORD: 42-1 HEAD COACH: STEVE SMITH LOCATION: MOUNT WILSON, VA

McCormack, who is ranked 20th in the Nation for the class of 2018, according to ESPN. McCormack is very physical and is very hard to stop when he has position. Class of 2017 guard Lindell Wigginton feels confident about his team this year. “We are looking good this year and want to dominate every team we go up against,” said Wigginton. Like every year, they are a force to be reckoned with so they will be playing against some of the best competition in the country. The Warriors will compete in the Marshall County Hoopfest, Iolani Prep Classic, HoopHall Classic and many other premier events. It will be yet another exciting year for Oak Hill basketball and Prep Circuit will be there to cover it all.

PENNSYLVANIA

NEUMANN-GORETTI

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eumann-Goretti is looked upon as the top boy’s high school basketball team in Philadelphia this year. With talented seniors like Quade Green and Villanova commit Dhamir Cosby-Roundtree they will be very hard to stop. They also added one of the best class of 2018 big men in northeast in Marcus Littles. Head Coach Carl Arrigale will

also give class of 2019 guard Chris Ings a lot of responsibility this year. They happened to lose in the city championship to Roman Catholic, so they will be looking for revenge. They lost an excellent glue guy in current Florida Gulf Coast player Rasheed Browne, but Green still has set big goals for this year. “I want to win every game this year and be the best team we can possibly be,” said Green. After playing with

2015-16 RECORD: 27-4 HEAD COACH: CARL ARRIGALE LOCATION: PHILIDELPHIA, PA

Cosby-Roundtree for four years in high school, Green has developed a lot of chemistry with him. “It’s great playing with Dhamir, I see us as the best one-two punch throughout the country,” he said. Neumann-Goretti will play a national schedule this year by playing in events like City of Palms. With a lot of senior leadership and a lot of intriguing junior and sophomore talent, the saints should have a great year.

FLORIDA

MONTVERDE

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ontverde Academy doesn’t rebuild, they reload. The 2016-17 should be no different, as the Eagles sport an immense amount of talent spread across their roster. They lost several extremely talented pieces from last year’s squad, and how they respond to those losses will be telling. 6-foot-7 sophomore superstar RJ Barrett (ESPN 2019 No. 1), widely regarded as the top ranked player in his class, will make this team go.

Barrett led the Eagles in scoring as a freshman last season, and figures to improve on those numbers with improved shooting and more of a leadership role. Junior swingman Rechon Black, a North Carolina commit, transfers in and will be a huge piece of Head Coach Kevin Boyle’s plan. Black gives the Eagles elite versatility on both sides of the ball, an asset needed in a lineup that could be considered a bit undersized. Point guards Marcus Carr (committed to Pitt) and Andrew Nembhard (ESPN 2019 No. 15)

2015-16 RECORD: 26-2 HEAD COACH: KEVIN BOYLE LOCATION: MONTVERDE, FL

will be featured in Boyle’s lineup, with Sean Mobley (committed to VCU), Sandro Mamukelashvili (6-foot-9) and Grant Shepard (6-foot-9) operating as the bigs. Just like every year, Montverde will test themselves against the nation’s best early and often. They will compete at the Chicago Elite Classic, City of Palms Classic, Bass PRO Tournament of Champions and HoopHall classic. In addition to veteran leadership, chemistry will be a big key with this unit. There will be a lot of talent on the floor at once, and developing the cohesion of past Eagles’ squad will be vitally important.

NEVADA

FINDLAY PREP

he Findlay Prep Pilots have developed into a national powerhouse over the last decade, cultivating 10 NBA products while competing for a national championship almost every year. For the third time in the last five years, the Pilots will undergo a change at head coach, as 2015-16 head man Andy Johnson left for an assistant coaching position at Utah State. Findlay kept things in the family, hiring Paul Washington - the father of Pilots’ star senior forward PJ Washington - as their new head coach. PJ is the go-to star on this squad, and he’s paid his dues after playing second

PHOTO: REVIEWJOURNAL..COM fiddle to extremely talented players over the last two years at Findlay. He absolutely lit it up in the NIKE EYBL this summer leading Team Penny to a Peach Jam Final Four berth. The 6-foot-8 point forward can do a bit of everything, and he’ll be relied upon to be their on and off court leader. He is one of the top undecided players in the 2017 class, and whichever program lands his services will be getting a program-changing player. Talent is widely dispersed across Findlay’s rotation, led by senior forward Donnie Tillman. The 6-foot-7 Detroit, Michigan native is a highly productive forward, and he’ll benefit from the defensive pressure facing Washington. Forward Reggie Chaney figures wthe role of interior

2015-16 RECORD: 26-2

HEAD COACH: PAUL WASHINGTON SR.

LOCATION: LAS VEGAS, NV

stopper for the Pilots. Seniors Justin Roberts (committed to DePaul) and Chris Giles lead a strong backcourt, with both also having EYBL experience this spring and summer. Roberts, a transfer from Pike (IN), excelled as a distributor for Spiece Indy Heat, utilizing talented forwards in the same way that will be expected of him for the Pilots. Giles, a transfer from Plano West (TX), has competed against the highest level of competition for the past three years, and he’s proven that his best basketball is ahead of him. They’ll need senior DeVon Cooper and sophomore swingman Spencer Washington - Paul’s youngest son - to step into larger roles. The talent is there for Findlay to put together another run at DICK’s Nationals, and they’ll test themselves more than ever in the early season. They’ll head to take on a few of Texas’ finest in the Thanksgiving HoopFest, and will compete in December’s Tarkanian Classic.

INIDIANA

LA LUMIERE

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ast year’s runner up from Dick’s National High School Tournament, La Lumiere is ready for yet another great year. They will have a lot of talent returning as well as three new big time additions. They will return Brian Bowen, ESPN’s 13th ranked player in the country, 2017 guard Isaiah ColemanLands and 2019 point guard Tyger Campbell. Their three

new additions are Michigan State commit Jaren Jackson, Michigan commit Jordan Poole and Australian native Jacob Epperson. Jackson will provide outside shooting as well as an interior presence and Poole proved to be one of the top three point shooters this past AAU season. Senior leader Brian Bowen is looking forward for what is to come this high school season. “I’m just looking forward to having a lot of fun with

2015-16 RECORD: 27-4 HEAD COACH: SHANE HEIRMAN LOCATION: LAPORTE, IN

my teammates and winning a lot of games,” said Bowen. “The only thing that is on my mind is winning a national championship and finishing off my senior year with a bang.” Head Coach Shane Heirman will have an exciting group of players to work with. There is a lot of talent so they will need to coexist, but Heirman has showed last year that he has the ability to coach with plenty of talent. La Lumiere is definitely a team to look out for this upcoming season.

NEW JERSEY

ST. ANTHONY

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he defending New Jersey T.O.C. champions will be looking to defend their crown this year. Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Bob Hurley will enter his 44th season of being the head coach for St. Anthony’s. Hurley led his team to an undefeated record last season. This may not be possible this season, but another T.O.C. Championship could very well be

a possibility for the Friars. They will be losing key pieces such as current Georgetown guard Jagan Mosely, Eastern Kentucky guard Asante Gist, N.J.I.T. guard Shyquan Gibbs, Farleigh Dickinson forward Kaleb Bishop and many more. They will be returning an experienced guard in class of 2017 Howard commit R.J. Cole. Another key pieces returning are 2017 center Oscar Okeke, class of 2018 power

2015-16 RECORD: 32-0 HEAD COACH: BOB HURLEY LOCATION: JERSEY CITY, NJ

forward Savior Akuwovo and class of 2018 guard Chauncey Sterling. Cole is a very efficient guard with good playmaking ability as well. This year will be nothing different for him as Hurley has relied upon Cole in the past to be a floor general. The senior guard can’t wait to get back on the floor with his fellow Friars. “I’m looking forward to us growing as a team and getting better every day,” said Cole. St. Anthony’s is a team that you never can count out because of how talented and disciplined they are each and every year. 9

CALIFORNIA

CHINO HILLS

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hino Hills put together a season to remember in 2015-16, finishing 35-0 while taking home the CIF Open Division Championship. 2016 Mr. Basketball performer Lonzo Ball has taken his talents to UCLA, and he leaves behind a talent bunch of players - two to of which he is related to. Junior LiAngelo (6foot-5) and sophomore LaMelo (6-foot-1), who combined to

average over 33 points per game last year, will look to carry on their older brother’s legacy, and they lead a rotation that boasts more than enough talent to put together another special season. Chino Hills employs a hectic style of basketball, one that plays to it’s talents - running the floor and shooting. Arguably the most important piece in the Huskies’ lineup is sophomore big man Onyeka Okongwu (ESPN STEPHEN GILLING 2019 No. 7). Gifted on both

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ends of the floor, The 6-foot-9 Okongwu provides new head coach Stephan Gilling a rock-solid defensive-stopper. Andre Ball (6-foot-8) - the cousin of the Ball trio - will look to take a big step in his junior campaign, and his production will be crucial when determining how good Chino Hills can be in 2016-17. With plenty of heavy-hitters on the schedule the Huskies will have a chance to build one of the most formidable resumes in the country. Will they be able to replace Lonzo? Only time will tell, but there is definitely ample talent in the stable. 10

GEORGIA

WHEELER

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wo years ago, Wheeler was a national title contender while being led by 2016 lottery pick Jaylen Brown. If their roster is any indication, they should have loftier expectations in 2016-17. Senior guard Darius Perry (committed to Louisville) returns, and he’s joined by a number of transfers that make up one of the most talented rotations in the nation. Senior wing Jordan Tucker (ESPN No. 39) moved south

from Archbishop Stepinac (NY), and he’ll adopt a similar scoring role for the Wildcats. Senior swingman Jordan Usher (ESPN No. 100), a USC commit, will benefit greatly from being surrounded by extra talent, and the same can be said for junior Montverde-transfer EJ Montgomery (ESPN 2018 No. 23). The 6-foot-10 Auburn verbal commitment will play a crucial role for the athletic Wildcats, and his ability to defend the interior will be very important to Wheeler’s success. Stetson commit

2015-16 RECORD: 22-6 HEAD COACH: DOUG LIPSCOMB LOCATION: MARIETTA, GA

Kenny Aninye adds depth to the Wildcats’ backcourt, and will big minutes in his senior year. A player to watch is sophomore wing Terry Armstrong. Recently relocated from Detroit, Michigan, Armstrong is widely considered one of the most promising prospects in the 2019 class, and we haven’t seen him tap into his potential yet. His development should be escalated since he is surrounded by so much talent, and if he becomes a weapon off the bench, Wheeler will feature as much depth as any team in the country. Head coach Doug Lipscomb’s crew will test themselves with a very difficult schedule, but we expect them to persevere and stay in the Top 25 throughout the season.11

GEORGIA

PEBBLEBROOK

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supporting cast will determine whether or not they can be truly competitive on a national level. Simply put, ‘Brook possesses some of the best backcourt depth in the country. 6-foot-4 senior transfer Elias Harden (committed to Xavier) becomes Sexton’s right hand man, and he should benefit greatly from the pressure that Sexton will face on a game-to-game basis. Junior Drue Drinnon is a budding star in his own right, while sophomores DJ Murray and Jalen Harper will make an impact off WASHINGTON the bench. Frontcourt depth is

elcome to the Collin Sexton show. The 6-foot-2 dynamic scoring guard absolutely blew up this summer in the NIKE EYBL, breaking the league’s regular season scoring mark while scoring 31.7 points per game. Simply put, Sexton is one of the best guards in the nation, and saying he plays with a chip on his shoulder would be a drastic understatement. Sexton’s presence on the floor is enough to make Pebblebrook competitive with the nation’s best, but his backcourt

2015-16 RECORD: 26-2 HEAD COACH: GEORGE

LOCATION: MABLETON, GA

Pebblebrook’s glaring weakness, a problem that should be shored up by the addition of 6-foot-9 sophomore big man Jared Jones. Along with 6-foot-6 swingman Mervin James, Jones will need to mature quickly, play big, and become a valuable defensive presence for the undersized Eagles. Having lost back-to-back state championships, one thing is certain; Pebblebrook will be extremely hungry. Sexton is one of the fiercest competitors on the planet, and there’s a high probability that he puts up record-breaking numbers this season. They face very difficult competition throughout the season - both in-state and nationally - so Pebblebrook will have a great chance to build a strong resume by year’s end.

TENNESSEE

MEMPHIS EAST

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enny Hardaway’s squad is as strong as ever, boasting one of the most complete rotations in the country. Alex Lomax, who operated as the floor general for Peach Jam Final Four Team Penny (TN), is a steady, playmaking point guard who benefits from playing under Coach Hardaway during the entire calendar year. 6-foot-4 guard TJ Moss (ESPN 2018 No. 59) will take on a larger role in his junior

year, and he’ll likely be the go-to scoring option. The supporting cast is terrific behind Lomax and Moss, and the Mustangs will likely go 10 deep. Senior Radarius ‘Pig’ Washington also starred for Team Penny during the summer, and the athletic swingman should excel with extended minutes. Sophomores Chandler Lawson (6-foot-9), Malcolm Dandrige (6-foot-8) and Antavion Collum (6-foot-7) form one of the most

2015-16 RECORD: 32-2

HEAD COACH: ROBERT JACKSON

LOCATION: MEMPHIS, TN

promising young frontcourt trios in the country, and they will receive a large boost playing alongside veterans like Washington, Lomax and Moss. Lawson (ESPN 2019 No. 18) is the younger brother of Memphis Tigers’ forwards KJ and Dedric Lawson, and his ranking is an accurate portrayal of his potential. Brothers Nick and Dee Merriweather, a senior and sophomore respectively, will both receive valuable minutes in the backcourt. Collum is a name to definitely watch out for, as the 6-foot-6 athletic specimen can play point guard, shooting guard or small forward in East’s lineup.

NEW JERSEY

PATRICK SCHOOL

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ne of the most storied high school basketball programs, The Patrick School formerly known as St. Patrick’s is loaded with talent this year to say the least. They will return a majority of their impact players from last year and have made one big addition. Some of the players who have returned are ESPN’s 12th best player in the class of 2017 Nick Richards,

Minnesota commit Jamir Harris, Monmouth commit Marcus McClary, Tulane commit Bul Ajang, 2018 point guard Jordan Walker and 2019 combo guard Al-Amir Dawes. Their new big addition is class of 2018 power forward Valdir Manuel. As one can easily tell, talent isn’t an issue for the New Jersey program. Mike Rice will once again man the sidelines this season, which proved to be an excellent move by the

2015-16 RECORD: 23-6 HEAD COACH: MIKE RICE LOCATION: ELIZABETH, NJ

school because Rice was able to generate a lot of chemistry within the team. They built so much chemistry last year that they upset the entire City of Palms field and made it to the championship game. They are versatile in the way they run their offense. They are able to play both fast and slow paced because of how much depth they have. Will they be able to capture the T.O.C. championship this season? We all will have to find out, but they are definitely off to a great start.

PENNSYLVANIA

WESTTOWN

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he Westtown School will featured some of the best talent throughout the country this 2016-2017 high school season. From top to bottom Head Coach Seth Berger will have plenty of options to turn to. He is excited for what is to come this season. “If our kids stay healthy and play unselfishly, it could be a great year,” said Berger.

Westtown will be looking to two peat as PAISAA Champions this year, which looks to be very possible even though they are losing George Washington guard Jair Bolden. They will have ESPN’s 4th best player in the country Mohamed Bamba, Arizona commit Brandon Randolph and ESPN’s top class of 2018 small forward Cameron Reddish returning this year. Not only will they be returning some great talent, but will also

2015-16 RECORD: 28-6 HEAD COACH: SETH BERGER LOCATION: WEST CHESTER, PA

welcome in Jake Forrester and freshman Noah Collier. Forrester is a skilled class of 2018 power forward with multiple offers. Collier is a stretch four that has shown an ability to score inside and out. They will be playing multiple highly anticipated events like City of Palms and the HoopHall Classic so they will be hard to miss. They are without a doubt a team to watch from start to finish.

CALIFORNIA

MATER DEI

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The 2016-17 version of the Monarchs won’t have a dominant star, but their collective unit of talent should be able to compete with the nation’s best. 6-foot-1 point guard Spencer Freedman shot the heck out of the ball with Earl Watson Elite on the 17U Under Armour circuit, providing a glimpse of what should be a special junior year. Their frontcourt should be something special, as head coach Gary McKnight welcomes back 6-foot-10

senior Miles Brookins (committed to La Salle). Brookins is a highlyunderrated big man, and will give continue to give McKnight and company a valuable weapon running the floor and on defense. Throw in versatile veteran returners Justice Sueing (6-foot-7) and Michael Wang (6-foot-9), and you’re looking at one of the deepest frontcourts on the west coast. Sueing was impressive for the Cali Supreme in last summer’s NIKE EYBL, and he showed the ability to produce in numerous ways while surrounded by elite

2015-16 RECORD: 27-5 HEAD COACH: GARY MCKNIGHT LOCATION: SANTA ANA, CA

talent. Assisting Freedman will be juniors Harrison Butler and Matt Weyand, 6-foot-5 role playing swingmen that will be given valuable minutes. Forward Reagan Lundeen joins Freedman, Brookins, Sueing, Wang, Weyand and Butler in a deep, talented rotation. There is a chance that junior big man Bol Bol will join Mater Dei at some point this season, however his enrollment is pure speculation. Mater Dei won’t test themselves on the national level like they have in the past, but they’ll have the ability to assemble an impressive body of work if they take care of business during conference and tournament play.

WASHINGTON DC

GONZAGA

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CAC powerhouse, Gonzaga College High School from Washington D.C. are ready for another exciting high school season this year. Head Coach Steve turner will be returning four key components from last year’s team in Miami commit Chris Lykes, class of 2018 guard Prentiss Hubb, Penn State commit Myles Dread and UPenn commit Eddie

Scott. They also have welcomed in three talented freshmen with Terrance Williams, Charles Harris and Myles Dread. Chris Lykes sees a lot of potential with his team this year. “We’re trying to be great and we’re holding ourselves accountable for any and everything,” said Lykes. “For us, everyone has to be on the same page. We have a lot of guys on our team with talent and we need to all bring it all together and set

2015-16 RECORD: 24-10 HEAD COACH: STEVE TURNER LOCATION: WASHINGTON, D.C

the personal accolades aside. We’re going to have to play fast and scrappy.” He has his sights only on one goal for this winter. “The only goal we have on this team is winning a WCAC championship and we’re all dialed in.” Regardless of what happens, there will be a lot of people following Gonzaga this season because of the amount of talent and chemistry they have together. Steve Turner will definitely have a fun year with this group of players. 17

NEW YORK

CHRIST THE KING

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hrist The King (NY) had a successful, but disappointing season last year. For any team playing in the CHSAA the goal is to win the championship, but unfortunately for the Royals they lost in the semifinals to Bishop Loughlin. Head Coach Joe Arbitello and his team will

look to get revenge by taking home the CHSAA title. Four key players will play a big part in that. That list starts off with the 2016 CHSAA player of the year and Georgia Tech commit Jose Alvarado. The other three are flashy point guard Tyson Walker, 2019 forward Jared Harrison-Hunte and class of 2019 center Kofi

2015-16 RECORD: 19-9 HEAD COACH: JOE ARBITELLO LOCATION: MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY

Cockburn. The Royals always have a target on their back, but this year they are widely recognized as the top team in New York City so that target has definitely gotten larger. With the players they have, Christ the King will most likely play fast, which will make them so difficult to stop. Senior guard Jose Alvarado will control the offense once again this season. According to Alvarado, there is a lot to like about his team this year. 18

WEST VIRGINIA

HUNTINGTON PREP

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ead Coach Arkell Bruce and the rest of his Huntington Prep (WV) are ready for a big comeback year after finishing last year with a disappointing 29-10 record. They will only be returning two main pieces from last year with class of 2018 prospects Maurice Calloo and Jonathan Kabongo. Six big additions were made to the roster this season with class

of 2018 guard Keldon Johnson, Florida commit Chase Johnson, class of 2018 wing Chris Smith, class of 2018 small forward Elias King, class of 2018 small forward Keyshawn Bryant and freshman phenom Jaemyn Brakefield. Arkell Bruce has a talented bunch and can’t wait to lead them from the sidelines. “It should be an exciting year for us,” said Bruce. “As long as our guys buy in and play together we will see success. It will be an

2015-16 RECORD: 29-10 HEAD COACH: ARKLELL BRUCE LOCATION: HUNTINGTON, WV

adjustment for some guys early on, but we have the talent to win it all.” ESPN’s 21st ranked player in the class of 2018, Keldon Johnson knows what it takes for his team to take home a championship. “We want to win the Dick’s National Tournament and to do that we need to play as a team and just do what we do,” said Johnson. With such a talented team, the future looks bright for Huntington Prep and by the looks of it they won’t have a repeat of what happened last year. 19

WASHINGTON

GARFIELD

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arfield is known to have one of the top high school boys’ basketball programs on the west coast. This year will be more of the same as they have one of in not the best backcourt throughout the country in Daejon Davis and Jaylen Nowell. These two will continue to play with each other on the college level at the University of Washington. They both work well with each

other as Davis’ game is patterned off of his athleticism and Nowell’s is patterned off of his skillset. Along with this class of 2017 duo, Garfield will return class of 2017 point guard Jelani Howard, class of 2018 power forward J’Raan Brooks and class of 2019 small forward Jamon Kemp. Coach Ed Haskins has a lot to work with this year after his team caught a lot of attention by finishing off the season last year with an

2015-16 RECORD: 26-3 HEAD COACH: ED HASKINS LOCATION: SEATTLE, WA

incredible 26-3 record. Senior guard Daejon Davis will only be satisfied with one outcome this high school season. “I want to focus on getting a state championship ring, it’s strictly business with our guys this year,” Davis said. “We also need to focus on being the best we can be rather than worry about what people are saying or doing.” Keep Garfield on your radar this year because as always, they will be fun group to watch.

LAS VEGAS

BISHOP GORMAN

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inners of five straight NIAA titles, its safe to say Bishop Gorman is one of the biggest powerhouses in the country. Led by senior superstar Charles O’Bannon Jr., the Gaels could be well on their way to another title. It seems like O’Bannon (ESPN No. 35) has been at Bishop Gorman for a decade, and the experienced swingman will finally be the go-to

star. O’Bannon averaged 20.6 PPG while starring for the Las Vegas Prospects in the 2016 NIKE EYBL, establishing himself as one of the best true scorers in his class. He’s joined in the backcourt by senior Christian PoPoola Jr. (committed to BYU). The 6-foot-4 guard has a high basketball IQ and limits his turnovers, and he’ll be welcomed back with open arms after spending last season playing in Utah. This version of the Gaels

2015-16 RECORD: 25-7 HEAD COACH: GRANT RICE LOCATION: LAS VEGAS, NV

doesn’t have a true big man, a pitfall they will try and overcome with the speed and athleticism. Senior forwards Ryan Kiley and Saxton Howard will be asked to take on bigger roles, while 6-foot6 junior swingman Jamal Bey will be depended on to score, run the floor and defend both frontcourt positions. Head coach Grant Rice is one of the best in the business, and he has more than enough talent to bring home another title. Their ability to compete at a national level will be determined in December, when they host a loaded field at the Tarkanian Classic. 21

GEORGIA

NORCROSS

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eorgia features some of the best teams in the nation in 2016-17, and Norcross will try and prove that they are the cream of the crop. While some of their biggest competitors struggle with size and athleticism, Norcross excels. 6-foot8 big man Rayshaun Hammonds took his game to the next level over the summer with the Alabama Challenge, and he looks primed for a huge senior season. He’s assisted in the frontcourt by 6-foot-10

Lance Thomas, a recent Louisville commitment and an EYBL alumni of Team United. Both Hammonds and Thomas proved themselves against the nation’s top frontcourts, and it’s a forgone conclusion that teams will have difficulty containing them. Sophomore Kyle Sturdivant is a budding star in the backcourt, and he’ll be joined in the starting lineup by fellow Team United alumni Jordan Goldwire. A 6-foot-2 scorer and facilitator, Goldwire is a very underrated piece of this squad, and will look to build on his strong 2015-16 campaign.

2015-16 RECORD: 26-4 HEAD COACH: JESSE MCMILLAN LOCATION: NORCROSS, GA

Depth doesn’t appear to be an issue for the Blue Devils, as they will likely feature 10 players in their rotation, including talented transfer Joseph Toppin (6-foot-6). Malachi Martin, Devin Dennis and Jordan Ferguson will all receive minutes in the backcourt. Much like their peers in Georgia, the Blue Devils will face a daunting schedule. Head coach Jesse McMillan and company have a chance to make some noise on the national level, competing at the City of Palms Classic in mid-December. Any team that matches up against Norcross will struggle with their size and athleticism, and that fact alone puts them in the conversation as one of the nation’s best to start the year.

CHARLOTTE

PROVIDENCE DAY

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nce again Providence Day will be a team to look out for this high school season. They are coming off a great year where they won the NCISSA 3A State Championship. Head Coach Brian Fields lost three key pieces from last year with current Tennessee forward Grant Williams, Appalachian State player Isaac Johnson and Brown player Josh Howard.

They will be returning three class of 2018 prospects that will make a huge impact. It all starts with ESPN’s 49th best player in the class of 2018, Devon Dotson. Dotson holds offers from likes of North Carolina, Kansas, Villanova, NC State and more. He has excellent ball skills and will be the leader for this team come winter. The other two class of 2018 prospects are Trey Wertz and Isaac Suffren.

2015-16 RECORD: 30-4 HEAD COACH: BRIAN FIELD LOCATION: CHARLOTTE, NC

Freshman guard Luke Stankavage will also play a vital role on this team. There hasn’t been as much hype around Providence Day as there usually is so Devon Dotson is looking to prove people wrong. “We have a really talented team this year, so we are looking forward to shocking some doubters,” said Dotson. tifyTime will tell if Dotson ends up being right or not, but one thing that we do know is that Providence Day is a team that needs to be on your radar this high school season. 23

CALIFORNIA

SIERRA CANYON

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ierra Canyon High School from California may be the most electrifying teams throughout boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high school basketball this season. Head Coach Ty Nichols will have return his impact players from last year and his best player on the team will be eligible to play this high school season. Players that are returning are Arizona commit Remy Martin, San Diego state

commit Adam Seiko, UCLA commit Cody Riley, class of 2017 guard Terrance McBride, class of 2018 guard Michael Feinburg and class of 2018 guard Joe Wallace. ESPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s number one ranked player in the class of 2018, Marvin Bagley will be eligible to play this season. His brother Marcus, who is a class of 2020 small forward, will join him as well this season. Nichols has a nice balance between guards and big

2015-16 RECORD: 26-5 HEAD COACH: TY NICHOLS LOCATION: CHATSWORTH, CA

men to turn to this season. Martin and Seiko are capable of making plays as well as leading the offense, while Nichols can also look to the playmaking ability of Bagley and Riley. The Trailblazers have a good chance of going beyond their very successful season last year when they finished with a 26-5 record. They will compete in top notch events like the Les Schwab Invitational, Bass Pro TOC and the HoopHall Classic so there will be plenty of opportunities to see them play on a national scale. Sierra Canyon has been a fun team to watch, but that has never been more of the case then this year.

CALIFORNIA

PROLIFIC PREP

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y the time this is published, Prolific Prep will be 4-0, scoring 100+ in all four wins while out-rebounding their opponents 192-80. Seniors Gary Trent Jr. (ESPN No. 8) and Paul Scruggs (ESPN No. 28) both transfer in to Napa after starring at their local high schools, and they form arguably the best backcourt in the entire country. Trent Jr., who recently committed

to Duke, has been in the spotlight for a while after leading the 2015 NIKE EYBL in scoring. He continued his evolution in 2016, and has proven to be one of the purest scorers in the land. Scruggs is a versatile point guard who should be even better when surrounded by more talent, and the Xavier-commit is a great on-ball defender. Senior Oregoncommit Abu Kigab (ESPN 4 Star) gives head coach Billy

2015-16 RECORD: 25-7 HEAD COACH: BILLY MCKNIGHT LOCATION: NAPA VALLEY, CA

McKnight an evolving, athletic big man, while 6-foot-10 junior Nathan Mensah is loaded with untapped potential. With seniors Brown Eyisi and Amadou Sow also in the fold, the Crew possess one of the most complete lineups in the country. They will take part in The Grind Session, and will compete at several other high-level showcase events around the country. High-profile matchups and winning a lot of games was one of the big reasons Trent and Scruggs transferred in, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll likely become the Crewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winningest squad in their brief three-year history. 25

TENNESSEE

HAMILTON HEIGHTS

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amilton Heights finished the 2015-16 campaign with a very impressive mark, racking up a 27-3 record while boasting a very talented rotation. Three Canadian seniors - Shai GilgeousAlexander (ESPN No. 44), Nickeil Alexander-Walker (ESPN No. 29) and Therren Shelton-Szmidt - are all returning for the Hawks. While all three guards stand at 6-foot5, each one brings different value to the table. Alexander-Walker, a

Virginia Tech pledge, is a gifted scorer and should be the go-to offensive option for the Hawks. Gilgeous-Alexander, who recently decommitted from Florida, is the floor general and a strong defender. Shelton-Szmidt, committed to Middle Tennessee State, gives the Hawks a talented shooter who can defend multiple positions and excels in transition. Their backcourt team chemistry will likely be more developed than most of their opposition, and they feature a quartet of big man that should help

2015-16 RECORD: 27-3 HEAD COACH: ZACH FERRELL LOCATION: CHATTANOOGA, TN

solidify the Hawks as national contenders. Junior big man Kaosi Ezeagu (6-foot-10), combined with sophomores Issa Samake (6-foot-7), Jason Jitoboh (6-foot9) and Mahamadou Diawara (6foot-9), give Head Coach Zach Ferrell a formidable frontline that should keep them as one of the nation’s best. Sophomore wings Wheza Panzo and Tre Edwards will receive meaningful minutes, and will have the opportunity to gain more playing time. Panzo has a load of untapped potential, and if he turns into a valuable rotational commodity, there won’t be too many squads who can match Hamilton Heights’ depth and experience.

FLORIDA

IMG ACADEMY

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hichever team that was fortunate enough to land the services of Trevon Duval was immediately going to find themselves as one of the nation’s elite. IMG Academy won the Duval sweepstakes, capping off a strong offseason haul for coach Vince Walden and the Ascenders. Duval is widely considered as one of the most dynamic lead guards in the county, pairing elite athleticism with a natural

ability to lead a squad. The 6-foot-1 is undecided in his recruitment and recently opened it up to everyone. He has quite the trophy case; he’s the only active player to win titles in the NIKE EYBL (Playaz) and UAA (We-R1). Back from last year’s squad is big man Emmitt Williams. The 6-foot-8 big man excelled on the 17U EYBL circuit for E1T1. Williams is extremely athletic and should serve as a weapon for Duval in transition. Joining Williams in the frontcourt is Montverde Academy (FL)

2015-16 RECORD: 15-18 HEAD COACH: VINCE WALDEN LOCATION: BRADENTON, FL

transfer Silvio de Sousa. Also starting for E1T1, de Sousa has just scratched the surface of his potential, and should excel running alongside a talented frontline. The Ascenders have plenty of supporting talent on their roster, and they’ll likely need a few of their pieces to step up and make an impact early in the season. IMG will test themselves early and often, including two November matchups against highly ranked West Oaks (FL) and Pebblebrook (GA). The Ascenders’ core rotation should keep them competitive in every game, and with a proven winner like Duval leading the pack, they will likely emerge as national contenders by season’s end.

MINNESOTA

CHAMPLIN PARK

Wright (committed to Dayton). John is widely considered to be the best true big man in the state, pairing a long, athletic frame with a natural shot blocking ability. John averaged 6.5 in the EYBL for Howard Pulley, a league that plays very well into his physical style of play. Wright starred across the shoe-brand circuit in adidas Uprising, leading an uber talented D1 Minnesota team to the finals. The three-year starter will be a mustcontain for the opposition all season long, but TUCHSCHERER he’s used to the expanded

fter losing the State Championship in 2015 and bowing out early in 2016, the Champlin Park Rebels have a bitter taste in their mouths entering 201617. Fortunately for head coach Mark Tuchscherer and company, the Patriots boast the state’s most talented lineup, headed up by 6-foot-9 big man Theo John (committed to Marquette) and 6-foot-2 scoring guard McKinley

2015-16 RECORD: 24-8 HEAD COACH: MARK

LOCATION: CHAMPLIN, MN

defensive attention. His weapon on the wing will be fellow Pulley product DJ Hunter. Before injuring his foot in Hampton, Virginia, Hunter established himself as one of the top three-point threats in the league. He will be the benefactor of the attention given to his two star teammates, and we anticipate a huge senior campaign. Looking at their schedule, and the talent they boast, Champlin Park has a very realistic chance of entering the state tournament undefeated, and possibly running the table. They have a few tough early-season matchups, including a Tre Jones-led Apple Valley squad and Rochester John Marshall, who features Wright’s D1 teammate Matthew Hurt.

GEORGIA

GREENFOREST

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resh off a GHSA Private A Championship, Greenforest Christian returns nearly their entire lineup from 2015-16. They had a very strong case to be in the DICK’s Nationals’ field last year, but were unfortunately left out. 7-foot senior Ikey Obiagu (ESPN No, ) leads a gigantic Eagles’ lineup that features five players over 6-foot-8. Victor Enoh (committed to Memphis) will look to take a big step forward

after a strong summer with Team CP3 in the NIKE EYBL, teaming up with fellow senior EYBL-product Abayomi Iyiola. The team will likely go as far as their backcourt takes them, and they’ll need senior Justin Forrest to capitalize on a terrific junior season. 6-foot-3 senior transfer David Quimby figures to give them a big scoring lift in the backcourt, and he should complement Forrest’s talents nicely. Georgia is

2015-16 RECORD: 30-2

HEAD COACH: LARRY THOMPSON

LOCATION: DECATUR, GA

absolutely loaded with elite talent, and we will find out very quickly if they are a legitimate national title contender. The Eagles will face highly-ranked Norcross and Westlake in the Holiday Hoopsgiving classic over Thanksgiving, allowing us to get a pulse on their potential very early in the season. Greenforest will also compete in the Bass PRO Tournament of Champions, Cancer Research Classic and Peachtree Corners Invitational. They should completely run through their league competition, but their greater aspirations will be determined by how they perform in elite tournaments. 29

WASHINGTON

NATHAN HALE

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athan Hale went from an unknown nationally to the forefront of high school basketball this fall when Michael Porter, ESPNâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2nd best player in the class of 2017, and his brother Jontay decided to transfer in. Another key transfer was class of 2019 guard P.J. Fuller. They will all be coached by former Portland Trailblazer Brandon Roy. Nathan Hale last

year had a 3-18 record, but clearly with these changes their record will end up being a lot different. With a star like Michael Porter Jr., a team can be built around him just like it was at Father Tolton in Missouri. We have also seen that his brother Jontay complements Michael very well through both high school and AAU with MoKan Elite. Michael has more of an impact on the perimeter,

2015-16 RECORD: 3-18 HEAD COACH: BRANDON ROY LOCATION: SEATTLE, WA

while Jontay is more of an inside presence. The addition of sophomore guard P.J. Fuller canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be overlooked. Fuller will bring elite athleticism and a high motor. Coach Brandon Roy will give all three of these players a lot of responsibility on the court. Class of 2019 guard Malik Johnson will be in the mix as well this year as he is returning from last year. Nathan Hale will be very entertaining and is yet another team that will make waves on the grassroots scene this winter.

CALIFORNIA

BISHOP MONTGOMERY

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re you a fan of guardheavy lineups? If so, Bishop Montgomery may be your squad. Senior guards Ethan Thompson (committed to Oregon State) and Jordan Schakel (committed to SDSU), who both starred for Cali Supreme in the EYBL this spring, are back to lead a backcourt that is amongst the most talented in the nation. They are joined by standout junior guard David Singleton (6-foot-4), who

took home the LA Daily Breeze Player of the Year award last year. Singleton is the single biggest beneficiary of playing alongside two talented seniors, as he should have more freedom to operate and implement his game. Singleton has great size and strength, and gives the Knights a versatile defender in their undersized lineup. Point guard Gianni Hunt may be the x-factor in this lineup, as the much-improved sophomore will have the ball in his hands quite frequently. Lack of size is ultimately the biggest knock

2015-16 RECORD: 28-3 HEAD COACH: DOUG MITCHELL LOCATION: TORRANCE, CA

on this squad, but their guardheavy lineup should present matchup nightmares throughout the season for their opposition. The Knights have already excelled on Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest stage, and with their backcourt quartet having another full year of experience, they should only improve in 2016-17. They will face a very tough league schedule, and will test themselves on a national level, facing off against Montverde Academy in the HoopHall Classic in January. Anything less than last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 28-3 showing would have to be considered a mild disappointment for head coach Doug Mitchell and company.

ILLINOIS

SIMEON

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obert Smith enters 201617 with a talented group that doesn’t have the same expectations of many of his past teams. Don’t be fooled, though, as Smith has plenty of talent at his disposal. 5-foot-8 UTEP commit Evan Gilyard was a playmaker for Chicago MeanStreets in the 2016 NIKE EYBL, priming himself for a huge senior year. Surrounding Gilyard on the guard-heavy Wolverines is one of the quickest,

most dynamic backcourts in the country. 6-foot-1 junior Kezo Brown, who played sparingly in 2015-16 due to illness, was back to his normal self for the Mac Irvin Fire over the summer. He will team with veteran Kejuan Clements, a versatile guard who received big minutes as a freshman. The frontcourt, while not tall in stature, features a few hardnosed forwards who will be more than serviceable for Smith and company. Talen HortonTucker, a 6-foot-6 forward with a

2015-16 RECORD: 18-2 HEAD COACH: ROBERT SMITH LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL

7-foot-2 wingspan, is a terrific rebounder and has one of the best motors in the state. 6-foot-5 forward Messiah Jones gives HortonTucker a run for his money for top rebounder on the team, and he’ll need to improve his productivity in his junior year. The Wolverines will have three guards on the floor at almost all times, making it an almost certainty that Smith will unleash his group to play as fast as possible. They will be a matchup nightmare for most teams in the state, and will have the ability to make a statement on the national level during their season opener against Gonzaga (DC) at the Chicago Elite Classic.

ILLINOIS

MORGAN PARK

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yo Dosunmu takes the floor general duties from Charlie Moore, and if his summer for Mac Irvin is any indication, it should be a smooth handoff of leadership. Dosunmu, a 6-foot-3 playmaker, absolutely blew up this summer, showing off the ability to score, shoot and defend at an elite level. If the Mustangs are going to replicate their success of season’s past,

Dosunmu is going to need to continue his evolution into a bonafide star. Joining him in the backcourt is freshman sensation Nimari Burnett, sophomore prospect Lamond Johnson and senior shooter Cam Irvin, the son of head coach Nick Irvin. The frontcourt doesn’t lack athleticism, featuring veterans Melo Burrell (6-foot-7) and Lenell Henry (6-foot-8). Sophomore big man Tamell Pearson (6-foot9) will see big minutes

2015-16 RECORD: 26-4 HEAD COACH: NICK IRVIN LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL

alongside Burrell and Henry, forming one of the most physically imposing lineups in the state. Irvin’s crew will be one of the top defensive teams in the state, and if they can find another go-to scorer outside of Dosunmu, the Mustangs will be able to compete with anyone in the state. How good can Morgan Park be? We will find out throughout the season, as they will test themselves against Simeon on two different occasions, California-powerhouse Moreau Catholic and Missouri title favorites Webster Groves. 33

GEORGIA

WESTLAKE

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hree prospects will hold a lot of responsibility for Westlake High School this year. Those three being Auburn commit Chuma Okeke, ESPN’s 44th best player in the class of 2018 Jamie Lewis and class of 2017 combo guard Danny Lewis. Head Coach Darron Rogers will be relying upon these even more this year since Raquan Wilkins graduated last year and is now

playing at East Carolina. Okeke has great versatility, which will give a lot of Westlake’s opponents matchup problems. Class of 2018 point guard Jamie Lewis is smart with the ball and has a very good ability for making clutch plays. This duo has built up great chemistry on both the high school and AAU circuit. They understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses very well, which will make Coach Darron Rogers’ job that much

2015-16 RECORD: 27-4 HEAD COACH: DARRON ROGERS LOCATION: ATLANTA, GA

easier. Lewis is often acts as a coach on the floor for Westlake. This will pay off tremendous dividends when they hit playoff season. With this chemistry they have a leg up on the competition both in and out of state. They will play in premier high school events like Holiday Hoopsgiving where they will go against powerhouse Greenforest Academy. They will get plenty of exposure and national notoriety this winter, but most of all they will make their mark on all of high school basketball. 34

NEW JERSEY

ROSELLE CATHOLIC

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ew Jersey powerhouse Roselle Catholic is ready for another big year this high school season. Even though they didn’t come out as a New Jersey T.O.C. champion like the previous year, the lions still had a successful season. In the past couple years, they have produced top talent like Isaiah Briscoe, Jameel Warney, Tyler Roberson and more.

Some of the standouts from this year’s team are ESPN’s 10th best player in the class of 2018, Nazreon Reid and Temple commit Nate Pierre-Louis. They also will bring in two talented transfers in class of 2018 power forward Alanzo Frink and class of 2019 wing Khalil Whitney. Pierre-Louis will be the senior leader for Roselle Catholic this year. He expects a lot out of his

2015-16 RECORD: 22-8 HEAD COACH: DAVE BOFF LOCATION: ROSELLE, NJ

teammates this year. “To be honest, I’m just looking forward to win everything this year,” said Pierre-Louis. “We have a tight knit team this year and with hard work and dedication, we can get a lot done things this year that a lot of people think we can’t do.” With guys like Pierre-Louis, Reid, Whitney and Frink, there will be a good balance between skill and athleticism. The Patrick School is considered to be the favorite for the New Jersey T.O.C. this year, but a talented team like Roselle Catholic should never be counted out. 35

MARYLAND

JOHN CARROLL

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he Patriots finished 2712 last season, led by a nucleus consisting of mostly underclassmen. In 2016-17, the youthful wave will continue, as three juniors will make John Carroll one of the best teams in Maryland. Junior scoring guard Immanuel Quickley (ESPN No. 11) is turning himself into an

absolute superstar, and he will lead a talented rotation. Ranked as the best player in the state of Maryland, Quickley enjoyed a phenomenal summer, starring on the U17 USA National team while earning offers from Kentucky, Arizona, and UCLA, just to name a few. The reigning Baltimore Player of the Year is only getting better, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be joined by another talented junior guard. Montez Mathis transferred

2015-16 RECORD: 27-12 HEAD COACH: TONY MARTIN LOCATION: BEL AIR, MD

in from Oak Hill, and he figures to assume the other starting spot in the backcourt. The 6-foot-4 Mathis (ESPN 4-Star) has good size and plays strong defense, and he will be a valued addition to Quickley. The guards will work through 6-foot-8 junior Nate Roberts, and athletic power forward who will stabilize the defense. The Patriots will be the favorites in MIAA A, and Quickley may very well have something special in store for his junior season. 36

ALABAMA

MAE JEMISON

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O Johnson (AL) closed itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school doors last spring, leading a mass exodus of all eight starters to newly built Mae Jemison. Former Johnson head coach Jack Doss made the move to Jemison along with his players, and the back-to-back state-title winning coach will have a chance at a third. With the talent he has in the stable, anything less would be a disappointment.

John Petty Jr. (ESPN No. 25) is the superstar of this group, and the 6-foot-6 scorer is worthy of his high rank in the 2017 class. Petty suited up for Team Penny in the NIKE EYBL, helping lead them to a final four berth while showing the ability to mesh his talents with his talented teammates. Petty is a gifted scorer, possesses solid athleticism and plays within himself. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be

2015-16 RECORD: 29-5 HEAD COACH: JACK DOSS LOCATION: HUNTSVILLE, AL

surrounded by plenty of talent at Jemison, including 6-foot-3 scoring guard Justin Hopkins. He and Petty have great on-court chemistry, and the duo will be a challenge for any in-state opponent to defend. While they lack ideal size in the frontcourt, Doss has proven time and time again that he can make due - and win - with the players at his disposal. Jamison will be favored in almost every in-state game they play, and will have a chance to prove themselves on a national level at the City of Palms Classic in December. 37

CALIFORNIA

CROSSROADS

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ne thing is certain - head coach Chad Beeten is excited about the future of his program. While the Roadrunners may be a bit too young to show out on a national level in 2016-17, they have more than enough talent in their rotation to compete with most anyone in the country. They are led by senior Arizona commit Ira Lee (ESPN

No. 69), a transfer from Prolific Prep and one of the most versatile forwards in the country. The 6-foot-8 big man will bring a toughness and energy to a young Roadrunners squad that will be depending on Lee for his leadership. Lee has been out this fall with a shoulder injury, so it’s imperative that he finds his health before the meat of the season. Junior Shareef O’Neal, the 6-foot10 son of NBA

2015-16 RECORD: 12-17 HEAD COACH: DARYL ROPER LOCATION: SANTA MONICA, CA

legend Shaquille O’Neal. The younger O’Neal has carved his own basketball path thus far, as his skill set is far more versatile than his father’s. While he doesn’t have the same ridiculous size and strength advantage, Shareef’s athleticism, ability to run the floor and defend multiple positions makes him an elite recruit. Sophomore swingman Jacob Ray will be a third option for Beaten and company, a rotation that will likely go at least 10 deep.

ILLINOIS

ALTHOFF

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he Crusaders enjoyed a memorable 2015-16, taking home the Illinois 3A State Championship while finishing an impressive 32-2. Jordan Goodwin, their 6-foot-5 do-it-all star, makes his return after a dominant junior year. He continued his progression this spring and summer, establishing his status as an elite recruit with his play in the NIKE EYBL. A

Third Team All-EYBL selection, Goodwin averaged 16.4 points, 9.6 rebounds and 3.7 assists in 20 games. Goodwin is widelyregarded as one of the most physical players in his class, a trait that is backed up by his ridiculously high rebounding rate. Goodwin (ESPN ESPN No. 57) is also an elite tight end on the football field, but he decided the hardcourt, and made his hometown Saint Louis fans extremely happy when he committed

2015-16 RECORD: 30-2 HEAD COACH: GREG LEIB LOCATION: BELLVILLE, IL

to the Billikens in August. Seniors CJ Coldon (6-foot, 2017) and Marvin Bateman (6foot-5, 2017) will both move into expanded roles in a lineup that will feature almost exclusively guards. This unit is fast, athletic and play with a toughness that will be virtually unmatched by any of their opposition. Losses will be few and far between for the Crusaders, and they may have the 2016-17 Illinois Mr. Basketball on their roster in Goodwin.

NEW JERSEY

HUDSON CATHOLIC

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Hudson Catholic in New Jersey will have one of the most talented teams throughout the country this season. Their class of 2018 trio includes ESPN’s 30th ranked player in the nation Louis King, ESPN’s 38th ranked player in the nation Jahvon Quinerly and high major recruit Luther Muhammad. These three, class of 2017 Tyheem Burno and Shackylle Dezonie will take the

country by storm. Head Coach Nick Mariniello and his team will go against some of the best competition in the country by playing in events like City of Palms and the HoopHall Classic. King, Quinerly and Muhammad all play cohesively on the floor. One may wonder how this is possible as King just transferred into Hudson Catholic this year, but all three of them have played together on the MARINIELLO AAU circuit for multiple

2015-16 RECORD: 21-4 HEAD COACH: NICK

LOCATION: JERSEY CITY, NJ

years. Quinerly is a floor general and uses his high basketball I.Q. to his advantage. While, King’s game is more based off of scoring in a variety of ways. Muhammad is a glue guy for the hawks and leaves it all on the court. With the players Hudson Catholic has on their team, Quinerly is confident that they will be successful this year. “I’m looking forward to this season,” said Quinerly. “I want to win a state championship as well as a T.O.C. championship this year. If we play as a whole from start to finish, we will be fine.” 40

VIRGINIA

PAUL VI

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he Panthers struggled to a 20-14 showing last season, unable to capitalize on a lights-out senior campaign by Louisville-bound VJ King. Head coach Glenn Farello has a talented bunch at his disposal in his 2016-17 rotation. Pitt commit Aaron Thompson (ESPN 4 Star), a 6-foot-2 senior, will be the floor general for the Panthers, and they will likely determine how

successful they are this season. A tough, gritty point guard, Thompson will have plenty of weapons to work with, but he will likely need to become more of a scorer on an unproven offensive unit. Paul Vi has some skilled bigs in the stable, starting with 6-foot-7 forward Myles Douglas (committed to UCF). Douglas took a back seat during his junior year, and will assume a much bigger role this season. Junior stud Brandon Slater

2015-16 RECORD: 20-14 HEAD COACH: GLENN FARELLO LOCATION: FAIRFAX, VA

(ESPN No. 39) will have a chance to develop into a go-to weapon for the Panthers, as the 6-foot5 swingman is oozing with potential on both ends of the floor. Sophomore guard Anthony Harris should make an impact off the bench, providing a spark to a lineup that has plenty of depth. The WCAC will not be an easy route for Paul VI, but Farello and the Panthers are accustomed to playing in one of the top conferences in the country. They will be the underdogs to DeMatha and Gonzaga, but it would be foolish to sleep on this seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s version of Paul VI. 41

TEXAS

WESTLAKE

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fter putting up a terrific 30-4 record 2015-16, Westlake is back with a youthful lineup chocked full of talent. They bowed out to highly-ranked Atascocita in the Texas 6A quarterfinals, and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll use that as fuel to the fire as they look to capture a UIL State Championship. The Chaparrals are led by standout junior Matt Mayer, a 6-foot-7 versatile swingman who excelled as an underclassmen for Houston Hoops in the 2016 Nike Elite Youth Basketball League. Mayer proved to be one of

the top underclassmen on the circuit, averaging 6 PPG while improving his defense in every session. The 2018 class is friendly to the Chaparrals as you make their way through their rotation. Junior forward Brock Cunningham (6-foot-6) is one of the best defenders in the state, and his versatility and experience should prove highly valuable. Junior transfer Keyonte Kennedy, a 6-foot-4 scoring guard who can defend multiple positions, may be the x-factor for this group. Kennedy will provide athleticism and a scoring punch that should take some pressure offensively away from Mayer. 6-foot junior Luke

2015-16 RECORD: 30-4 HEAD COACH: ROBERT LUCERO LOCATION: AUSTIN, TX

Pluymen figures to be the floor general for the Chapparals, while 6-foot-10 sophomore Will Baker will bolster a deep frontline. Westlake faces a tough schedule in 2016-17, and will enter the season with a target on their back. They will have a chance to prove themselves very early, facing off against Findlay Prep (NV) in Dallas for the Thanksgiving Hoopfest. Mayer will have his hands full against PJ Washington in that matchup, and that game figures to be a solid gauge of where Westlake ranks at the national level. Westlake will face competition from plenty of contenders in Texas, and if they can remain consistent, it would be foolish to consider Westlake as anything other than a title contender.

OREGON

JEFFERSON

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n paper, it’s fairly simple; The Jefferson Democrats are the most talented team in the state. They sported a very young lineup in 2015-16, and still managed a 3rd place finish in 6A. They return several pieces from last year’s squad, and will receive a huge boost from Alaska-transfer Kamaka Hepa. The 6-foot-9 budding star impressed during the 16U summer circuit for Portland Basketball Club (PBC), and his presence in their 2017 lineup was

likely a big reason why PBC recently received a 17U NIKE EYBL deal. Hepa will benefit greatly from playing against the competition Oregon, especially considering he received the Gatorade State Player of the Year as a sophomore and junior. Jefferson won’t be a one-trick pony, as Hepa has plenty of talent surrounding him. Sophomore guard Marcus Tsohonis, also a member of PBC, will be a key piece in the Democrats’

2015-16 RECORD: 17-10 HEAD COACH: NATE NEUSCHWANDER

LOCATION: PORTLAND, OR

backcourt. Tsohonis is only scratching the surface of his potential, and sharing offensive duties with Hepa will be highly valuable to the 6-foot-4 scoring guard’s evolution. He is joined by 6-foot-3 seniors Geno West and Amari Stafford, two key members from last year’s rotation. While we don’t expect Jefferson to drop many in-state games, their ability to compete against national competition will be determined during their participation in the Les Schwab Invitational. The Democrats have size, experience and talent - a combination that should lead to plenty of wins for head coach Pat Strickland and company.

INDIANA

NEW ALBANY

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ew Albany’s fortunes in 2016-17 will be determined by one player; Romeo Langford. Ranked second by ESPN in the 2018 graduating class, the 6-foot-6 Langford led the Bulldogs to a 27-1 record last season, resulting in a 4A State Championship. Langford averaged over 30 points per game as a sophomore, and he is

every bit as good as his ranking indicates, evidenced by his offers from Duke, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisville & many others. Simply put, Langford is a special, special talent, and his presence on any squad would make that team competitive. The majority of their lineup will return, and the only noticeable flaw is a lack of size behind their star. 6-foot-2 senior guard Isaac Hibbard will take on some of the scoring load besides

2015-16 RECORD: 30-4 HEAD COACH: JIM SHANNON LOCATION: NEW ALBANY, IN

Langford, and his shooting prowess should open the floor for the rest of his teammates. New Albany enters the season on an 24-game winning streak, an impressive accomplishment that will be put to the test against early in the season against national powerhouse and in-state foe La Lumiere. If the team chemistry remains intact - and there’s no reason to think it won’t - an inseason loss would be a major upset regardless of the opponent. Langford will be on full display, and will certainly contend with North Central senior Kris Wilkes for Mr. Basketball in Indiana. 44

ILLINOIS

CURIE

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or the first time ever, Curie enters the season as arguably the top team in Chicago. The defending state champs are the Chicago Public League (CPL) favorites, led by an experienced lineup that will need to replace a few major pieces. 6-foot-2 senior playmaker Elijah Joiner is a budding star for the Condors, and he pairs nicely in the backcourt with floor general

Allante Pickens. Terry Smith Jr. should make some noise on the wing for Curie, as heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need to replace talented junior transfer Landers Nolley. 6-foot-8 junior twin brothers Traveon and Tyree Martin will need to be effective without getting into foul trouble, and if they do so, the Condors will possess one of the most complete rotations in Illinois. Traveon is a prime candidate to step up, as he played his best

2015-16 RECORD: 29-3 HEAD COACH: MIKE OLIVER LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL

basketball of his career to close out his sophomore year. Outside of their tough CPL competition, Curie will compete with highlyranked downstate contenders Althoff Catholic and East Saint Louis. Perennial contenders Simeon, Morgan Park and Whitney Young are all very talented, but Curie has a chance to cement their status as a Chicago powerhouse. Joiner and Pickens will be a lot of fun to watch, and you can count on the scrappy Condors playing with a chip on their shoulder throughout 2016-17. 45

TEXAS

LANCASTER

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ead coach Ferrin Douglas doesn’t regroup - he reloads. The Tigers’ head man is coming off back-to-back 5A Texas State Championships, and while a quite a bit of their production from last year has graduated, the returning talent has a chance to make it a three-peat. Always formidable defensively, Lancaster enters the season on a 32-game

winning streak, and that figures to continue behind senior Texas &AM commit TJ Starks. The 6-foot-3 guard is a terrific playmaker, and his defensive versatility will be key for the undersized Tigers. Senior Zaire Coombs (6-foot-8) is the main source of size in Lancaster’s rotation, and both he freshman big man Darius Miles (6-foot9) will be leaned on heavily

2015-16 RECORD: 36-2 HEAD COACH: FERRIN DOUGLAS LOCATION: LANCASTER, TX

defensively. Joining Starks in the backcourt is 5-foot-10 speedster LaQuan Butler, operating as the team’s best knock-down shooter. They don’t play any notable national tournaments, but they’ll be tested consistently in their conference and class. Entering the season on a 30+ game winning streak is impressive regardless of where you play basketball, so to accomplish it at the highest level of Texas high school basketball is eye-opening. Their past success leads us to believe that they will continue their hot streak early and often in 2016-17. 46

PENNSYLVANIA

IMHOTEP

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mhotep will enter 2016-17 as Philadelphia Public league favorites, and their guardoriented lineup should be all head coach Andre Noble needs to build on his growing coaching resume and 86.5 winning percentage. Scoring guard David Beatty should have a huge senior year, with help from one of the nation’s most underrated point

guards; Daron Russell. Headed to Rhode Island next year, Russell flourished with Team Final on the NIKE EYBL circuit, displaying the ability to be more of a distributor. He is lightning quick in the open floor and is a terrific on-ball defender, two ingredients that make us think he’ll repeat his Player of the Year honors from 2015-16. Imhotep is extremely thin up front, an issue that will come into play against national

2015-16 RECORD: 24-6 HEAD COACH: ANDRE NOBLE LOCATION: PHILADELPHIA, PA

competition - specifically at Slam Dunk to the Beach in December and the Montverde Invitational in late January. Sophomore forward Donta Scott and freshman big Elijah Taylor will need to escalate their development, as both will have big roles in a deep rotation. Beatty and Russell will be a matchup nightmare for almost every in-state team, and with success in their national showcases, Imhotep has a chance to make 2016-17 one of Noble’s finest.

NORTH CAROLINA

WESLEYAN

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he 2016-17 version of the Wesleyan Christian Trojans has an excellent core rotation, and they feature a foreign import that makes them a contender at the national level. 6-foot-9 senior Jaylen Hoard (Scout.com No. 8) made a lot of noise at the U17 FIBA Championships in Spain, putting up 22 points and 6 rebounds per game. Hoard is going to be

a matchup nightmare in NCISA 3A, as his length, athleticism and basketball IQ is that of a future professional. Unlike most contenders, Wesleyan Christian has depth and size in the frontcourt, an asset that will be virtually unmatched by the opposition throughout the year. 6-foot-9 junior big man Ian Steere is back, as well as Houston Baptist commit David Caraher (6-foot6). Two in-state transfers - DeAndre Wilkins (6-foot-

2015-16 RECORD: 20-9 HEAD COACH: KEITH GATLIN LOCATION: HIGH POINT, NC

10) and Aaron Wiggins (6-foot5) - will play major roles for the Trojans. Wiggins, who averaged 16 points per game as a junior, figures to receive a huge boost playing alongside Hoard. The backcourt is a bit thin, but with a player as versatile as Hoard, chances are the offense will be filtered through him. He can handle the rock in 1-on-1 situations, and figures to be a strong facilitator. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be tested early and often throughout the season - but make no mistake the Trojans have the talent to play with anyone in the country. 48

FLORIDA

WEST OAKS

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ead coach Kenny Gillion may have his most talented lineup yet, and that’s significant, considering West Oaks was won back-to-back SIAA Chanmpionships. The backcourt will be led by transfer floor general Sylvain Francisco, a dynamic 6-foot-1 point guard who excelled in the NIKE EYBL for Each 1 Teach 1 over the summer. He’s a gifted scorer and

passer in transition, and will have one of the best shooters in the country on his wing; LJ Figueroa. The 6-foot-6 scorer (ESPN 4 Star) played the best basketball of his life over the summer in the Under Armour Association for Team Breakdown, and he’ll take that experience and apply it in his attempt to win his second championship in as many years. 5-foot-10 guard PJ Pearson will be a big part of the

2015-16 RECORD: 25-4 HEAD COACH: KENNY GILLION LOCATION: ORLANDO, FL

backcourt, and the Flame will need 6-foot-11 sophomore big man Christian Lora to develop quickly. Their frontcourt is considered thin, so they’ll need to play to their strengths and implement a high-paced offense. They will be tested early and often, including an early-season matchup with highly-ranked instate rival IMG Academy. It would be foolish not to consider West Oaks the favorite for the 201617 SIAA title, and they’ll likely make a push for a top-10 ranking before season’s end.

SOUTH CAROLINA

GRAY COLLEGIATE

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he success of Gray Collegiate will start and end with the performance of senior Jalek Felton. The talented North Carolina commit transferred from Mullins (SC) to Gray Collegiate for his senior season, and the young man is an athletic freak. He starred for Team Felton in the Under Armour Association, a circuit that helped him establish Felton into one of the best guards in the 2017 class. 6-foot-5 swingman Juwan

Gary (ESPN 2019 No. 12) will star alongside Felton, entering the season with a ton of hype behind him. He averaged over 15 points per game last year, and he figures to see less defensive pressure with Felton in the picture. The War Eagles possess talent across the rest of their rotation, even if it may be one of the youngest units in the nation. Sophomores Tommy Bruner and Khalil Robinson will play huge roles for head coach Dion Bethea, and their ability to be

2015-16 RECORD: 25-4 HEAD COACH: DION BETHEA LOCATION: WEST COLUMBIA, SC

produce consistently will likely determine how good this team can be. They should roll through their in-state competition, and will receive plenty of high-level competition while competing in the Chick-Fil-A Classic. Their first major test of the year will come at the Chicago Elite Classic, where the War Eagles will face off against Sunrise Christian Academy. Gray Collegiate enters the season with high expectations, and will have a chance to put forth the best season in program history.

OHIO

MASSILON JACKSON

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he senior-laden Polar Bears are coming off a 21-5 showing in 2015-16, and there is no reason to think why they can’t improve on that mark. Jackson is led by Butler-commit Kyle Young, a 6-foot-7 versatile swingman. Young took his game to the next level over with summer with King James, establishing himself as one of the most efficient players on the circuit. He possesses an elite-level motor, an asset of his game that helped him

win back-to-back Federal League Player of the Year honors. He can shoot it, run the floor, and can defend multiple positions. Alongside Young is his sidekick Logan Hill, a 6-foot-6 Toledo commitment that brings leadership and intangibles to the Polar Bears. Hill also suited up for King James in the EYBL, proving his keep against top level national talent. 6-foot-5 junior Jaret Pollotta will look to improve his production from last year, and his ability to turn into a valuable role player will go a long ways

2015-16 RECORD: 21-5 HEAD COACH: TIM DEBEVEC LOCATION: JACKSON, OH

for this squad. Kyle Nicholas leads a relatively unproven backcourt, and he provides a solid shooter and ballhandler. On paper, not many teams in Ohio can compete with Jackson’s roster. Running the table against instate competition may be too much to ask, but they’ll likely be favored in each and every game. Can the Polar Bears compete at a national level? That question will likely be answered by their performance in January’s Flyin’ To The Hoop showcase.

MISSOURI

WEBSTER GROVES

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he Webster Groves Statesmen enter the season as arguably the top team in Missouri, coming off a 26-3 showing in 2015-16 and possessing two of the most talented underclassmen in the nation. Junior big man Carte’Are Gordon (ESPN 2018 No. 9), who recently pledged his verbal commitment to hometown Saint Louis, is an absolute monster

in the paint. At 6-foot-8, 260 pounds, Gordon, who transferred in to Webster Groves from St. John Vianney, possesses elite size and strength for a player his age. He helped MOKAN Elite (KS) win the 2016 NIKE EYBL Peach Jam Championship, proving to be a huge cog in MOKAN’s machine. Unfortunately, Gordon may not be eligible until January due to the transfer, a decision he is

2015-16 RECORD: 26-3 HEAD COACH: JAY BLOSSOM LOCATION: ST. LOUIS, MO

appealing. Facilitating the offense will be fellow highly-ranked junior Courtney Ramey (ESPN 4 star). The 6-foot-2 speedster is a lightning bolt in transition, and can certainly make a case for the best playmaker in the state. He took home Conference Player of the Year honors last season, and figures to put up some ridiculous stat lines during his junior year. Losing Gordon for a little over a month would hurt the Statesmen, but they have more than enough talent to overcome his absence. They won’t have much of a chance to prove themselves on a national level, so it is imperative that they cruise through their in-state schedule. 52

NEW YORK

LONG ISLAND LUTHERAN

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ne of the most dominant teams in New York City, Long Island Lutheran is coming off a strong 22-4 showing last year, and have the talent to back it up and more in 2016-17. They have a deep, talented core, and are proven winners against NYC competition. Seniors Brandon Jacobs (6-foot) and Chris Coalmon

(6-foot-7) both return for head coach John Buck, and they will both take on more responsibility in their senior season. They are joined by five other members of the varsity squad from 201516, and welcome sophomore Esam Mostafa, an uber-talented 6-foot-8 swingman from Egypt. He gives the Crusaders the size they were previously lacking, and he will likely thrive with the talent

2015-16 RECORD: 22-4 HEAD COACH: JOHN BUCK LOCATION: BROOKVILLE, NY

surrounding him. Sophomore forward Harrison Warnock (6-foot-7) and Donatas Kupsas (6-foot-8) will also play valuable minutes in the Crusadersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rotation, and both have the potential to break out. Warnock is the most versatile defender on one of the larger rotations on the east coast. Long Island Lutheran will have limited opportunities for wins against national competition, but they should have a terrific shot of winning the CHSAA.

UTAH

WASATCH ACADEMY

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asatch Academy had a tremendous 2015-16 campaign, qualifying for DICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nationals before being ousted by future champion Oak Hill. They return a few major pieces from that squad as well as a few other talented foreign imports, giving head Curtis Condie a reason to smile looking ahead to this year. 6-foot-7 Emmanuel Akot (Scout.

com No. 17) gained valuable experience during the FIBA World Championships in Spain, and figures to step into a major role during his junior year. 6-foot8 point-forward Josip Vrankic (committed to Santa Clara) is a special talent, possessing a natural passing ability that allows him to facilitate the offense. Vrankic will take on a huge role in the offense, and will have the

2015-16 RECORD: 29-4 HEAD COACH: CURTIS CONDIE LOCATION: MT PLEASANT, UT

opportunity to put up some major numbers in his senior year. Guard Jeff Baradziej will step into a bigger role after a promising junior year, leading a backcourt along with fellow junior Zion Young and senior Canadian guard Michael Okafor. With 7-foot junior Luis Zerban and 6-foot-7 sophomore Bernardo Da Silva joining the fold, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safe to nab the Tigers as one of the biggest teams in the country. They will be tested early in the season against Findlay Prep, and if they defend like Condie thinks they will, Wasatch could be make a return to New York City in March.

NORTH CAROLINA

GREENSBORO DAY

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reensboro Day enters the season as a powerhouse in NCISAA 3A, and they figure to make a strong push to return to DICK’s Nationals in March. The Bengals return seven of their top eight players including four starters - and will try to improve on last year’s 28-5 record. JP Moorman, a 6-foot-8 swingman signed to play at Temple next year under Fran Dunphy, is the go-to star in head coach

Freddy Johnson’s rotation. He is surrounded by three fellow seniors who bring different value to the table; Jordan Perkins (6-foot1, committed to UNC-Central), Pearce Landry (6-foot-3) and Solomon Smith (6-foot-5). Smith is a terrific rebounder for the Bengals, while Landry is their best threat on the perimeter. Two junior guards, Will Dillard (6-foot-3) and John Newman (6-foot-6), will play pivotal roles for Johnson’s crew. Both suit up for Team CP3 over

2015-16 RECORD: 28-5 HEAD COACH: FRED JOHNSON LOCATION: GREENSBORO, NC

the spring and summer, learning and evolving under one of the best grassroots clubs in the country. Dillard is a terrific defender possibly the best in the conference - and Newman is a rangy shooting guard who’s being recruited by plenty of high-major programs. The Bengals will be tested early and often, participating in the Chick-Fil-A Classic, HAECO Invitational and HoopHall classic throughout December and January. Will they make a return to DICK’s Nationals? Only time will tell, but they certainly have enough talent in the stable to make a run.

MARYLAND

DEMATHA

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ead coach Mike Jones has built an absolute powerhouse at DeMatha, and it’s likely he’ll reach 400 career wins this season. The Stags will need 21 wins to do so, a feat that they could accomplish in their sleep with the rotation Jones has at his disposal in 2016-17. Senior veteran swingman DJ Harvey (ESPN No. 47), a Notre Dame commit, will

take the star duties from Markelle Fultz. Harvey played terrific for Team Takeover in the EYBL over the summer, and he will look to lead the Stags to their first WCAC Championship since 2011. 6-foot-10 big man Josh Carlton (ESPN 4 Star) is committed to UConn and he figures to be a force on the interior for Jones and company. Harvey’s Takeover teammate Ryan Allen

2015-16 RECORD: 33-5 HEAD COACH: MIKE JONES LOCATION: HYATTSVILLE, MD

(committed to Delaware) is a plus defender, and is an emerging weapon on the wing. Sophomore guards Justin Moore and Carsten Kogelnik will receive valuable minutes in the backcourt, with freshmen Hunter Dickinson (6foot-10) and Paul Smith (6-foot-7) each looking to carve out a role in the rotation. The Stags will be tested early and often, entering this season with one of the toughest schedules in the nation. They have all of the pieces to compete for a high ranking throughout the season, and will certainly contend with Gonzaga for the WCAC Title. 56

Q&DJAHARVEY

Year: Senior Position: Guard High School: DeMatha College: Notre Dame

You committed to Notre Dame earlier this year, what factors went into making that decision? The biggest factors were probably the trust I’ve built with Coach Brey and I’ve built a great relationship with the coaching staff over the years they have recruited me. They made sure I was their number one priority, it just felt like I belonged there. And then he made sure to come to every single one of my events, not just the assistant coach but the head coach as well so they made sure I was their number one priority. Do you feel Mike Jones has prepared you to play at the next level? Yes, especially with the offense we run, I think Coach Jones has definitely prepared me for the next level. He makes sure to hold me accountable and pushes me to play my best every time I step on the court. I really developed under Coach Jones here in my 4 years. DeMatha has produced some big name stars, such as current Bulls and former Notre Dame player Jerian Grant. What

kind of pressure or pride does that bring to you playing for DeMatha? It just tells me to trust the process. Coach Jones knows what he’s doing and I know I just can’t take anything for granted. Nothing was given to them and they worked hard for everything they received and just be humble and hungry. In the offseason you play in the Nike EYBL for Team Takeover, what’s the biggest difference between the EYBL and High School level basketball? Playing with the EYBL is the top players in the country going at it every other weekend. Playing high school you play different roles than you do on EYBL, there’s a lot of sacrifices. You come into high school season and most of the guys are the man of the team and on AAU they have to adjust to other players, so it’s a lot different. You play for the WCAC which is arguably one of the best leagues in the country, do you feel like that puts a target on your back during season? Yeah, most definitely. Once people see DeMatha across our chest they think we’re privileged and everything has been handed to us so everyone’s gunning for us. We just gotta make sure we go out and are ready to play every night. What’s the best basketball advice you’ve received? Mostly, don’t get content. Stay humble

and hungry because when you’re not working there’s somebody else working. You just can’t take anything for granted and don’t get complacent. Who is your favorite current NBA player and who is winning the finals this year? Currently my favorite players would be James Harden, Kyrie Irving, or Paul George. And then this year, I hate to say it, but I think Golden State is going to win. Hopefully not, I don’t like Golden State like that. On that note how do you feel about KD going to Golden State? He just wants to get a ring, that’s what everyone cares about. I mean, Lebron did it. I don’t blame him, championships are everything. So what is it going to take for you to win a championship this year? Utilize our size, in our league we’re a lot bigger than most of the other teams so we have to make sure we get our bigs involved and make sure they get a lot of touches. We just have to use our athleticism and versatility and our offensive and defensive skills. What is something people would be surprised to know about you? People would be surprised to know I play the Piano

Q&RYAN A ALLEN Year: Senior Position: Guard High School: DeMatha College: Delaware

You recently committed to Delaware, what were the biggest factors that went into that decision? The fact that I am very close to one of the assistant coaches, he used to coach here at DeMatha last year. I’ve built a strong relationship with the head coach, Coach Martin, he was also point guard and he’s left-handed point guard so I want to be able to learn from him, and that helped my decision and they got a few pieces that contribute to winning the NCAA championship. What are you looking forward to most playing at Delaware? One, playing underneath coach Martin, playing with a few guys that I know like Ryan [Daly], he was a player of the year in his conference last year in High School, he’s a freshman there now. I feel really close to the guys that I’ve met up there. Do you think Coach Jones has prepared you to play at the next level and what is it like being coached by him?

It’s an honor, one, because he’s a very talented coach and he’s coached a lot of great point guards like Quinn Cook, my cousin Terrell Allen, Markelle Fultz and I’ve been underneath his wing from before high school. I’ve known him for a long time now and he’s been teaching me a lot since I got here. Being a high-level left-handed point guard automatically sets you apart from a lot of high school players. What other threats do you bring to the court? Consistent 3-point jump shot, my composure, I feel like I’m very composed on the court no matter what the situation is, and my leadership. I feel like I bring a lot of leadership to the team. Who do you work best with on team, and how does that bring chemistry to the court? My closest relationship is DJ Harvey. His freshman year, he’s from Alabama, he actually lived with me a couple of months. He’s basically like my brother now. So in the offseason you play with DJ Harvey on Team Takeover, what’s it like playing for the EYBL vs. High School Basketball? It was different, EYBL they have a lot of high-level point guards. It was a learning process being

able to play with Chris Lykes, Aaron Thompson, other great point guards that are in the EYBL. What’s the best advice you’ve received in regards to basketball and who is it from? My dad. I was having a terrible shooting day, shot a couple air balls, and his advice was just keep shooting. Never be scared to take the shot. Always have confidence in yourself, other people might not have as much confidence in you, but you can always count on yourself to have confidence. What’re you looking forward to most in the upcoming season? Winning the WCAC championship. That’s the number one goal right now. What’s your favorite part of attending DeMatha? The brotherhood, everyone is pretty tight. We’re pretty tight with the football players, soccer players, we’re like a unit here at DeMatha. Who is your favorite NBA player and who will win the NBA finals? My favorite player is Russell Westbrook, and I think the Cavs are gonna take the finals again this year. Tell me something people would be surprised to know about you. In my free time, when I feel a little stressed I like to go golfing with my dad.

Q&CARSTEN A KOGELNIK Year: Sophomore Position: Guard High School: DeMatha College: Not Committed

Tell me how the off-season has been going, what you’ve been working on the most. The off-season has been going really great. I’ve been working on my pull-up game most of all and we’re gonna be really good defensively. Going against DJ at practice everyday has been paying off so far. Tell me what’s it’s like playing for such a powerhouse like DeMatha and what it’s going to take you to in the championship this year. It’s great because everybody kind of knows us but at the same time we have a target on our back being DeMatha everybody wants to beat us. When they play us it’s their super bowl really, so in the WCAC we have to come out and play every game as hard as we can. What do you feel like your biggest strengths and weaknesses as a player are and what do you feel like your specific role on the team is?

My biggest strength is passing the ball, being able to knock down shows when I’m open, I like to get my teammates involved and my role this year is going to be coming off the bench giving us some scoring looks and really just spreading the ball around.

overcome it? Our biggest challenge this season I think will really be coming together. WE have a lot of younger guys on the team this year, not as many upperclassmen, and we really have to mold together as a team pretty quickly.

What’s the hardest part of practice for you? Going against the older guys probably, they’re all really competitive and we all have to push each other to get better.

What is your favorite part of attending DeMatha? My favorite part is definitely the brotherhood between students. Everybody is really close during the four years here, just the camaraderie that we have.

What’s the best advice you’ve ever recieved, basketball related or otherwise, and who was it from. A couple of my trainers told me just everyday you have to do something to get better. If you’re not getting better everyday you’re getting worse and you always have to push yourself because if you’re not somebody else will and they’ll get better. Tell me a little bit about what it’s like playing under Mike Jones It’s great, he’s very knowledgeable about the game. He’s a tough guy and expects a lot from us but it’s great come game time. He knows what he’s doing. What is going to be your biggest challenge this season and how are you going to

Who is your favorite NBA player and who do you/ want to model your game after? My favorite player has always been Lebron, ever since I was a kid, but I wouldn’t say I model my game after him. I think I model my game after Devin Booker a lot right now. He shoots a lot of screens, he’s a catch and shoot player, and he’s a young guy. What are your pre-game rituals like? Stretch a lot with the trainer starting pretty early. And we listen to music usually as a team, sometimes I’ll have headphones on and then I try to get as many shots up as possible before the game so I’m ready. Who are your top 3 favorite music artists right now? Drake, J Cole, and Kendrick.

Q&A

JAMIR HARRIS

Why the Minnesota Golden Gophers? I just felt that was the place for me, I felt so comfortable with everything about Minnesota and that alone told me that this was the place for me What skills are you hoping to bring to a young gophers team? My ability to shoot the ball both off the bounce and catch as well the ability to defend and to be vocal. Gopher fans will love to hear that. You played a year of high school ball with fellow gopher Dupree McBrayer, did he have any impact on your commitment? Did he help

recruit you or have any words of encouragement? Dupree and I are real cool. And he most definitely gave me words of encouragement about making my college decision, glad to have the opportunity to play alongside him. Who else are you looking forward to playing with? Anyone you are looking forward to facing? I’m looking forward to play with all of my teammates as a whole and there’s not one particular person I’m looking forward to playing against. What are you expecting from playing in the big ten? It is usually

Q&A

ALEX O’CONNELL

How was your experience playing for Team United in the EYBL this summer? It was great. I made a lot of new friends playing on the greatest circuit in travel basketball. There’s nothing like playing against the best players in the country

state championship What are the expectations for your team this season? We are looking good. We have some new kids on the team and also some young ones. I believe that we can do good things. Our team chemistry is tremendous

What have you improved most since last high school season? Probably athleticism and defense and I’m always working on getting my shot better

What’s one thing you’re really focused on improving throughout the next 9 months? I really want to focus on just playing better defense and then also staying in the best shape I can

What’s one thing you’re looking forward to most this year? I’m probably looking forward to the most just enjoying my senior year and having my commitment over with and being relaxed to go for a

Seeing as this is your senior year, how are you embracing the role of becoming a leader on your team? I love being the role of the leader. I love having our guys look at me

Year: Senior Position: Guard High School: The Patrick School College: Minnesota known as a physical conference. Toughness. Just a very high level of competition. What are some of your goals for your senior year of high school basketball? What will you miss most about high school? My main goal is to win the Tournament of Champions, and I am really gonna miss the wars me and my teammates went through each and everyday striving to get better. Any final words for the Gophers’ fans? Glad to be a gopher and excited to receive the love from all the amazing

Year: Senior Position: Guard High School: Milton College: Duke

when things get difficult to see what to do. I’m up for the task What stood out most about Duke that made you decide to make that commitment? You know just the family environment at Duke. Everything about Duke is all that I could’ve asked for the college. The coaching staff and the players and the fans and the education it’s all fantastic. There’s no school like it Who’s your go-to artist to get you hyped before games? I have a few go to artist. Kodak black and young thug and young Dolph

POST-GRAD POWER 11 1. VERMONT ACADEMY There are a handful of teams that stand out at the start of the high school basketball season. Maybe those squads have an abundance of experienced players returning, or they possess an unbelievable amount of athleticism. But there almost always seems to be a few boasting a mix of talent, experience, coaching, depth and team chemistry that make them favorites to win conference or state championships.

This season is no different, but there’s one program that has risen to an all new level: Vermont Academy. The Wildcats are the reigning NEPSAC AA champions, and if you are scheduled to play them this season, then you should probably be honing your skills in the gym rather than reading this. Head coach Alex Popp has assembled an absolutely lethal lineup from top to bottom, blending size, experience, leadership and skills -- a combination that makes Vermont Academy the No. 1 team in Prep Circuit’s Post-Grad Power 10 rankings. The team certainly has a target on its back, but it is well-equipped to fend off all challengers. The Wildcats return an immense amount of talent, including big man Marcus Santos-Silva (committed to VCU), Corey Romich (committed to Jacksonville), ESPN Top 100 swingman Christian David (committed to Butler) and sharpshooter Bailey Patella (committed to Vermont). Santos-Silva took his game to another level this summer with BABC, and the bruising big man will be responsible for clearing out space on both ends of the court. Santos-Silva is blessed with

terrific footwork and a non-stop motor, two intangibles that have escalated his progression as a versatile forward. The 6-foot-7 David (ESPN No. 83) averaged 13 points and 6 rebounds per game a year ago before an ACL tear forced him to miss the end of the high school season. The injury also kept him from competing in grassroots basketball, and his return to the Wildcats’ lineup should pay huge dividends. Also a terrific shooter, David is expected to take on an expanded role for his senior year. While they had plenty of returning assets in hand to make a run at the NEPSAC AA title, it’s the newcomers who make this team downright scary. Simi Shittu, a 6-8 junior transfer from Montverde Academy, is perhaps the biggest offseason acquisition in prep hoops. The 17-year-old Shittu (ESPN No. 8) has jaw-dropping talent for a player his age and size, and integrating him into an already loaded lineup could feel like Christmas morning for Popp. Shittu is a terrific passer and operates with a team-first mentality, which only solidifies his importance in the rotation. Starring as an underclassmen for CIA Bounce in the 2016 NIKE EYBL, Shittu

established his dominance by averaging 15.1 points, 7.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.3 blocks in 21 games. “We have a lot of size, versatility and depth in our program, and we are confident that our coaching will put us in a position to be successful,” Shittu said. “With all of this talent, the mission is to the play unselfish and commit to the defensive end.” Also transferring into Popp’s program is senior Jordan Nwora (ESPN No. 91), who brings a completely different skill set to the table than Shittu. Making his way to the Wildcats from The Park School in Buffalo, New York, Nwora is considered one of the best shooters in the country. He should receive plenty of open looks and has shown an ability to take advantage of those opportunities while running with the NY RENS in the 2016 NIKE EYBL. Depth -- barring injuries -shouldn’t be an issue for the Wildcats as senior guards Matt Hanna and Audric Sandoval, along with junior Jon Lyons, get the chance to produce off the bench. It’s a group that could make Popp’s biggest issue this season determining who deserves the most minutes.

2. HARGRAVE MILITARY ACADEMY

Led by veteran point guard Braxton Beverly (committed to Ohio State), head coach AW Hamilton’s latest squad won’t miss a beat. Naji Marshall (committed to Xavier), Lewis Djonkam (committed to Duquesne) and Iran Bennett (committed to Marshall) help assemble one of the deepest, most talented post grad rosters in the nation. They will be a contender throughout the 2016-17 season, especially after finishing 47-1 last season.

3. NORTHFIELD MOUNT HERMON

Northfield Mount Hermon, the defending NEPSAC AAA Champions, return their entire lineup in what should be a strong follow-up to their memorable 2015-16. Senior guards Andrew Platek (committed to North Carolina) and Kellan Grady (committed to Davidson) make up one of the best backcourts in the country. With their depth and experience, they have a great chance to ascend to the top.

4. PUTNAM SCIENCE ACADEMY If you haven’t heard of Hamidou Diallo, go google him. The 6-foot-5 superathlete leads a loaded Putnam Science squad that includes fellow playmaking guard Eric Ayala and 6-foot-9 senior big man Isaac Kante. Not many teams will feature the size, depth and talent that Putnam Science brings to the table, and with Diallo leading, there aren’t many losses visible on their schedule.

5. NEW HAMPTON This squad is absolutely stacked. NIKE EYBL veterans Anthony Gaines (committed to Northwestern), Kimani Lawrence (committed to Arizona State), Kristers Zoriks (committed to Santa Clara) and Walker Miller form arguably the most balanced lineup in NEPSAC AAA. The senior-laden lineup has the potential to put together one of the most impressive seasons in New Hampton’s illustrious history.

6. BREWSTER ACADEMY Brewster had a ‘down’ year by their standards last year, but Jason Smith’s crew should be back to their usual dominance in 2016-17. Senior guard Makai Ashton-Langford (committed to UConn), senior guard Thomas Allen (committed to NC State), senior swingman Aaron Wheeler (committed to Purdue) and junior forward Sidney Wilson (ESPN 4 Star) lead a group that will look to regain its spot as top dog in NEPSAC AAA.

7. COMMONWEALTH ACADEMY Barring injuries, the Tornadoes are likely to put up their best showing as a program in 2016-17. Commonwealth features numerous division one talents, including 6-foot-7 bruiser Hasahn French (ESPN 4 Star). French is a two-way player, and his offensive skills will be hard to contain for NEPSAC opposition. EYBL vets Jordan Hardwick and Anthony Boateng (committed to Sacred Heart) are just two pieces of a rotation that is expected to go 10 deep.

8. BLAIR ACADEMY

Head coach Joe Mantegna will have 6-foot-4 senior guard Matt Turner (committed to Santa Clara) returning as the floor general for his Bucs, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have plenty of help from a deep rotation. The frontcourt will be led by 6-foot10 defensive-stopper Deng Gak (committed to Miami), and if he continues his evolution on offense, not many will be able to beat the 2016-17 version of the Bucs.

9. CBD MONTVERDE Heavy on guards, CBD Montverde boasts one of the most intriguing rotations in the post grad landscape. Cameron Healy, Joshua Greer and Devante Carter will all share the main scoring duties, as former SMU commit Bruno Fernando will look to continue his evolution as an uber-athletic big man. They will be heavily tested throughout the year, but they have the talent to take down anyone in the country.

10. SUNRISE CHRISTIAN Head coach Kyle Bankhead is fortunate to have a deep lineup in 2016-17, led by Florida State commit and EYBL Champion (MOKAN Elite) Bryan Trimble. The 6-foot-4 combo guard is a born competitor, and will have plenty of pieces around him to replicate the success he found with MOKAN. 7-foot-1 Matt Haarms is a difference-maker, as his Trimbleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MOKAN teammate Derrick Walker, who returns for his third season with the Buffaloes.

11. TILTON SCHOOL

Tilton looks to have their best roster since the Nerlens Noel era, which should allow them to be season-long contenders in the NEPSAC. 6-foot-9 big man Terrell Brown (committed to Pitt) will be the go-to-guy in the frontcourt, with BABC teammate Ryan Layman (committed to Bryant) and the brothers Zegarowski - Marcus and Max - all playing pivotal roles for the Rams.

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Cox Mill (NC): G Wendell Moore (2019), G Tyzhaun Claude (2019) Cretin-Derham Hall (MN): F Daniel Oturu (2018) De La Salle (MN): G Gabe Kalscheur (2018) Detroit Jesuit (MI): F Ike Eke (2017), F Greg Eboigbodin (2017) East St. Louis (IL): F Jeremiah Tilmon (2017) Edmond North (OK): G Marvin Johnson (2017), G Carlos Coppage (2017), G Marques Wilson (2017) El Dorado (AR): F Daniel Gafford (2017) First Love Christian (PA): G David Collins (2017), Prince Oduru (2017), Samson George (2017), Naim Miller (2019) Foothills Christian (CA): G Jaylen Hands (2017) Grand Rapids Christian (MI): F Xavier Tillman (2017), F James Beck (2017) Greenfield (NC): G Coby White (2018), G Elijah McCadden (2018) Guyer (TX): G De’Vion Harmon (2019), F Jalen Wilson (2019) Hampton (VA): G Marquis Godwin (2017), G Jalen Ray (2017) High Point Christian (NC): Jalen Seegars (2017), C John Kerr (2017) Hillcrest Prep (AZ): DeAndre Ayton (2017), Shamiel Stevenson (2017), Adnan Hussein (2018), Josh Green (2018) Iona Prep (NY): G Bryce Wills (2019), G Josh Alexander (2018) Iowa City West (IA): Connor McCAffery (2017), G Devontae Lane (2017) JM Robinson (NC): Lavar Batts Jr (2017) Jonesboro (GA): G MJ Walker (2017) Kalamazoo Central (MI): F Isaiah Livers (2017) Kickapoo (MO): F Jared Ridder (2017), G Cameron Davis (2017) Lafayette Christian (LA): F Galen Alexander (2017) Langston Hughes (TX): F Landers Nolley (2018), G Derrick Cook (2018), F Khalil Cuffee (2017) Liberty County (GA): Richard LeCounte (2017), G Davion Mitchell (2017) Lighthouse Christian (TN): G Zion Harmon (2020), F Francis Okoro (2019) Long Island Lutheran (NY): G Brandon Jacobs (2017), Harrison Warnock (2018), Donatas Kupsas (2018), Chris Coalmon (2017) Meridian (MS): F Ladarius Brewer (2017), G Jay Malone (2017), F Tyron Brewer (2018) Milton (GA): G Alex O’Connell (GA)

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