In Case You Missed It: August 8
Each weekend, we will recap the stories that came across Hoopseen.com and consolidate them to one easy-to-find space. Did you miss a commitment from this week? Well, there were plenty and we have them here. Check the link below to find exactly what you are looking for.
COMMITMENT OF THE WEEK
ROLL TIDE ROLL: Devin Mitchell thought about it long and hard and decided on making a decision to attend school in Tuscaloosa. Here is why the Collins Hill senior guard wants to wear Crimson and White.
Staying close to home became a theme for some players this week. BJ Taylor, Troy Holston and Keyshawn Woods pledged their allegiances to schools they are not only familiar with but have built strong relationships with during the recruitment process.
Javis Howard may have pulled off the surprise commit of the week. Here is why the 6-foot-8 post decided to stay in-state and head to the coast.
BARTLEY BACK ON THE BASKETBALL SIDELINES
Bryan Bartley is a basketball lifer who has helped shape the lives of many players he has coached. This former Auburn assistant men's basketball coach is back on the sidelines again, coaching boys. See where he is headed here.
THE ALL-SUWANEE SPORTS ACADEMY TEAMS
There was some solid basketball games played inside of Suwanee Sports Academy this travel season. Since late March to late July players left it all out on the line in the seven-court facility. SSA rolled out the players from the Class of 2014, 2015 and 2016 who made the biggest impacts.
PLAYERS PONDER OFFERS, CUT LIST
Shawn O'Connell is doing his research and making sure to be as diligent as possible when it comes to picking a school. The Milton High product has narrowed his choices and talks about his recruitment here.
Hunter Ware realized that his last game in Orlando was the last of his travel season. The North Cobb Christian senior was now looking forward to the recruting process in front of him. Here is what he has to say about which school could get a visit from him.
Grant Bryant is a different person all together on and off the basketball court. He understands the importance of hard work, being a responsible teenager and looking for the best fit for him as a student-athlete. Here is what he had to say when it comes to his list of schools.
#BeSEEN PLAYERS OF THE WEEK
Everyone is always looking for a big man while on the recruiting trail. Sometimes those players are hard to find. However, Willie Carmicheal may have left a lasting image to some college coaches looking for some size. Read why we think he is a sleeper in the Southeast?
There are no secrets in basketball and if you can play college programs will find out. Zaquavian Smith is one player who was not seen on the circuit but has had several schools inquire about him. Here is his story.
JUST A MINUTE
Justin Young has his pulse on the basketball world in Florida. He unveiled his Sunshine State rankings for the Class of 2014. Do you know who was his number one player? Find out here.
SEEN AROUND THE HOOP
Robert Alfonso Jr. has his ears to the hardwood when it comes to basketball in the state. He also found out which player was staying at their respective school, dispelling any rumors. You can find out who this is here.