Allen honored by UHSAA Nov 17, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 17, 2009 3:00 AM CST For the last 29 years, Bruce Allen has been running up and down the sidelines of Utah high school basketball and football games, and watching behind the plate at baseball games, keeping a close eye on the action. But on Nov. 4, the Utah High School Activities Association s Executive Committee decided to turn the attention on him. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Moynihan, in running for Bank of America’s top job, has experience winning tough fights Nov 17, 2009
He was an average athlete, but he was a competitor, said his high school basketball coach, Ed Paxton. He worked very hard. (Boston Globe)
Seawolves own glass in 2nd win Nov 17, 2009
As a redshirt freshman who played high school basketball in Kodiak, Alysa Horn doesn't have much experience with 100-point games, much less been the one to lift a team into triple figures. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Proposed stadium for 49ers approaching key stages Nov 17, 2009
A story on Sunday's page B1 about a proposal for metal detectors at high school basketball games incorrectly reported that Bullard and Edison high schools belong to the Tri-River Athletic Conference. They are members of the County/Metro Athletic Conference. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Early warning for some recruits Nov 16, 2009
She is 17, a high school senior, among the better girls high school basketball players in the country ... C.J. Leslie, the area's top-rated high school basketball talent, will be busy this year. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Searching For Cinderella Nov 16, 2009
He is still the all-time leading scorer in California high school basketball history, but Nelson could not score at will in college as he did in high school. While he's got an explosive first step and a decent jumper, his true strength, which is often overlooked, is on the defensive end. (Rockathletics.com)
Rams No. 1 for Leslie Nov 15, 2009
RALEIGH -- C.J. Leslie, the area's top-rated high school basketball talent, will be busy this year ... C.J. Leslie, the area's top-rated high school basketball talent, will be busy this year. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Attention: High school basketball coaches Nov 15, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. com Please send in your team's roster and schedule to sports@onlineathens. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Two ignore odds in mayor race Nov 15, 2009
" Some voters will ask whether they know the people they're fighting for. Stegall and Shinholser are relative newcomers to Athens, in contrast to Hammons, who grew up in Muskogee, a city of about 40,000 people. Hammons' high school basketball coach urged him to run, and without a lifelong network of classmates, teachers, neighbors and church members, he would not have won, he said. "If I hadn't lived here, I don't know if I could've done it," he said. "I really, really don't. I imagine it... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Elementary School carnival a success (34) Nov 15, 2009
Don t forget, the first High School basketball game is Nov. 24, The Jr. Varsity will start at 4 p.m. against Copan. High school girls game will start at 6:30 p.m., and high school boys game will start at 8 p.m.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
School Board hires second first grade teacher Nov 15, 2009
Bagley also reminded those in attendance that High School Basketball starts Nov. 23. The board received a letter from the teacher's union requesting a start to collective bargaining negotiations for the 201011 school year. (W. Yellowstone News, MT)
Meet The Panthers Nov 14, 2009
Played high school basketball at Chester H.S. Other Chester alumns include standout and head coach ... Honored by his hometown of Greenburgh, N.Y. as being a "native son'' during halftime of the Frankie Williams All-Star game in June, 2009. Played high school basketball at National Christian Academy, the same school that produced , Jr., and . Family sent him to National Christian Academy hoping that he would turn his life around and improve his grades. When he arrived at NCA, he stood... (PittInsiders.com)
Louis Zambello, 76, athlete, sales manager, civic volunteer Nov 14, 2009
Louis V. Zambello Jr., a sports sales manager who attributed his accomplishments in business to the lessons he learned on the court as a member of the state champion Somerville High School basketball team, died Oct. 30 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, Maine. Mr. Zambello, who was 76 and a resident of Cumberland Foreside, Maine, had prostate cancer. (Boston Globe)
Pryor approval: Ferentz, Hawkeyes rave about Buckeye quarterback Nov 14, 2009
He also scored more than 2,000 points in his high school basketball career and led his team to state titles in both sports. He won every major national player of the year award, was No. 1 on every national recruiting list and became the focal point of a very heated, very public four-way recruiting war among Ohio State, Michigan, Penn State and Oregon. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
He Forged Steelers' Dynasty Nov 14, 2009
Upon graduation he asked the philosophical question his course work prepared him for: "What am I going to do with the rest ... 11/13/2009 07:19 PM ET It's easy to get caught up in the blame game. But if you can convince everyone to take personal responsibility, it helps you and your company. Here's how it works: See the big picture. People tend to take responsibility for what works. No one wants to be linked to what fails. Rise above that. ... 11/12/2009 05:13 PM ET From the high school... (Investors Business Daily)
Bulldogs advance with rout Nov 14, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sat, Nov 14, 2009 02:00 AMModified Sat, Nov 14, 2009 12:04 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Freshmen-ladened Toledo faces EIU men in season opener Nov 14, 2009
Justin Anyijong, a 6-foot-9 junior and Sudan native who played high school basketball at East Grand Rapid s Mich. averaged 9. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Memphis Basketball Announces Early Signees Nov 14, 2009
" Antonio Barton/6-2/170 Baltimore, Md./Lake Clifton HS/Notre Dame Prep Playing his final season of high school basketball in 2009-10 at Notre Dame Prep in Fitchburg, Mass. ... In 2008-09, teamed with his brother, Will, to lead Lake Clifton High School to a perfect 28-0 record and the Maryland 3A state championship ... The Lakers defeated Friendly 75-50 for the title ... Lake Clifton was ranked No. 25 nationally, according to MaxPreps.com ... Averaged 15.6 points, 7.4 assists and 4.1 rebounds... (Gotigersgo.com)
Bakari Turner Talks Baylor Nov 13, 2009
Turner brings an intensity level that sometimes is nowhere to be found in high school basketball level, and a skill set that may sometimes not get enough credit it deserves. Big enough to play the 3-guard, Turner may be best suited at the 2 position, but either way, his ability to jab-step, and drain a pull up jumper is what Turner brings to the court. (TheeBearsDen.com)
Gamecocks Ink Top 10 Recruitin... Nov 13, 2009
A South Carolina High School Basketball Coaches Association (SCBCA) Preseason Elite 5 (all state classifications) ... A South Carolina High School Basketball Coaches Association (SCBCA) Preseason Elite 5 (all state classifications). (Uscsports.com)
Not That Shocking Rocky Widner/NBAE/Getty ImagesByron Scott (right) was fired just nine games into this season and was 203-216 in over 5 seasons with New Orleans.The writing was on the wall while the Hornets were in Los Angeles this week. Arash Markazi says all signs had already pointed to Byron Scott's ouster as New Orleans Hornets coach. Nov 13, 2009
The dry-erase board in the visitors' locker room had almost become like the cut list for a high school basketball team, with players looking at it to see what new lineup Byron Scott would use. Such is the atmosphere of a struggling team searching for answers. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
High school basketball preview Nov 13, 2009
Word of God's C.J. Leslie, one of the nation's top prospects, is one of the many Triangle players to watch as high school basketball returns ... Word of God's C.J. Leslie, one of the nation's top prospects, is one of the many Triangle players to watch as high school basketball returns. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Category rankings: Tight ends Nov 13, 2009
COMMITTED TO: Oregon PARTICULARS: 6-5/240 BUZZ: The two-way starter has shown his athleticism by also starring his high school basketball team. Talk about it in. (Boston College Sports -- Rivals.com)
Here is the latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports from The AP Nov 13, 2009
SEATTLE - Washington has signed Bay Area high school basketball standout Desmond Simmons to a letter of intent. Coach Lorenzo Romar said Wednesday the power forward reminds him of energetic former Huskies team leader Bobby Jones. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
A century of memories Nov 13, 2009
But, it wasn t all work for Tadlock during his youth, as he was a member of the now-defunct Homewood High School basketball team. During his time there, the team won two state championships, in 1928 and 1929. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
For colleges waiting on Barnes, it's now 'pins and needles time' Nov 13, 2009
Those six schools are the finalists for Ames High School basketball standout Harrison Barnes, who will announce his college choice at a 3 p.m. national letter of intent signing ceremony Friday in his high school gym. will televise his signing live and it will stream live on USATODAY.com (courtesy of the Des Moines Register). (USA Today -- Sports)
Rico Brogna To Manage 2010 BayBears Nov 12, 2009
Ive coached college football, high school basketball and everything in between. I just love teaching and coaching the game. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Woolridge Set To Make Things Official Nov 12, 2009
As excited as he is to make his arrival in Lawrence, Woolridge still has his senior season of high school basketball. As a leader of his team, he wants to make sure that they finish things out strong and hes pretty juiced about the crew hell be hitting the floor with. (Phog.net)
Purdue Basketball: Terone Johnson Officially Becomes A Boilermaker Nov 12, 2009
Johnson and the Panthers begin their high school basketball season when they travel to Noblesville High School on November 19th. Copyright. (FOX59, IN)
Leonard to ink letter of intent with Illinois Nov 12, 2009
CHAMPAIGN -- Most high school basketball coaches will go a lifetime without ever crossing paths with a 7-footer. In the past six seasons, Les Wilson has coached four of them. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Your guide to winter high school sports Nov 12, 2009
And coming Sunday, the high school basketball preview. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
The Most Valuable Scout David Bermann/SITom Konchalski has scouted prospects from Michael Jordan to Kevin Durant for college coaches.He doesn't own a cell phone. He hates his answering machine. But talent evaluator Tom Konchalski has held the ears of top college coaches for decades, writes Kevin Armstrong. Nov 12, 2009
High School Basketball Illustrated editor and publisher Tom Konchalski has written reports on his typewriter for more than 25 years ... -- High School Basketball Illustrated mission statement ... NBA rosters read like yearbooks to the self-employed editor and publisher of High School Basketball Illustrated. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Hoops tourney signs sponsors Nov 11, 2009
One of the region s largest high school basketball tournaments has renewed its title sponsorship and signed on a new presenting sponsor. Through its local franchise Commodore Restaurants, which operates eight Greensboro-area locations, has signed a five-year extension of its Pizza Hut Invitational title sponsorship. (Triad Business Journal, NC)
UMES FACES SALISBURY IN EXHIBITION ACTION TUESDAY Nov 11, 2009
She played her high school basketball at Caravel Academy. a 6-foot-4 junior transfer from Spartanburg Methodist, is expected to provide depth in the middle. (Umeshawks.com)
Alva Middle School basketball teams begin play this week Nov 10, 2009
While the high school basketball teams have a while yet before they kick off their seasons, the Alva Middle School teams will launch their basketball seasons this week. The seventh and eighth grade boys and girls will go to Clinton on Nov. 8, 9, and 12 to participate in a basketball tournament there. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
The Barnes watch enters final week Nov 10, 2009
It's almost as if he prepared his whole life to be the nation's best high school basketball player and then put in the work to make it happen. The process has never been on top of Barnes; he's been on top of the process the whole time. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Harrison enthusiastic about start of season Nov 10, 2009
With one week left until the start of the high school basketball for Texas public schools, Galena Park North Shore's Jacoby Harrison is as fired up as any other player. To continue reading this article you must be a member. (Marquette Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tar Heels Down Belmont Abbey 107-59 In Exhibition Nov 10, 2009
So it's going to be a huge difference for him," Williams said. It will be an adjustment and a challenge, but one Thompson seems willing and eager to embrace. Marvin Roberts: The 6-5 junior forward is one of FIU's junior college transfers and he is certainly one of the best. He led the nation in scoring in NJCAA at Redland Community College, averaging 29.6 points per game. He also made 47 three-pointers and averaged 4.6 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.1 steals. The versatile wing-forward also played... (Tarheelblue.com)
Preparing For Launch Nov 9, 2009
The head coach explained that Kilicli played for a club team in his hometown in his native Turkey, where there is no high school basketball. The club team moved a player down from the professional ranks to the squad Kilicli was on, and the two played together for 11 games. (BlueGoldNews.com)
Richardson takes charge, leads Illini past Quincy in exhibition play Nov 9, 2009
CHAMPAIGN Later this week, high school basketball recruits Jereme Richmond, Crandall Head and Meyers Leonard will be able to sign letters of intent to attend the University of Illinois. It will signal a second straight banner recruiting haul for Illini coach Bruce Weber. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Prater accepts historic All-American honor Nov 9, 2009
Proviso West High School basketball gym turned out to be a fitting location to celebrate the success of the Proviso West football team and star receiver 's official nomination to play in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl on January 9 in San Antonio, Texas. Proviso West has been the host of arguably the best holiday high school basketball tournament in the nation for the past 49 years. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Prater is celebrated among the stars Nov 8, 2009
The basketball gym at Proviso West has been the host over the past 49 yards of arguably the best holiday high school basketball tournament in the nation. Basketball legends such as Isiah Thomas, Mark Aguire, Glenn Doc Rivers, Kevin Garrnett, Derrick Rose, Juwan Howard, Michael Finley and many more have made their names and history in the Proviso West gym. (Illinois Sports -- Rivals.com)
Will The Top Guys Sign? Nov 7, 2009
By National Recruiting DirectorDate: Nov 2, 2009 What will the biggest names in high school basketball with the upcoming signing period. Please or to read the rest of this story. (The Insiders -- Florida Prep)
Part II: Marshall began with Basketball 101 in summer Nov 7, 2009
According to Marshall, his contact with the approximately 30 interested high school basketball players over the summer was spent focusing on the fundamentals of the sport. I know. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Defense lifts Hounds to win over Falcons Nov 7, 2009
Marmaduke guard Tyler McDowell (right) brings the ball upcourt against CRAs Matt Wall (21) during a high school basketball game Thursday night at the Falconsgym. Marmaduke claimed a 48-34 win. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Wolverines prepare for winter sports Nov 7, 2009
Although practice does not officially begin for the boys and girls high school basketball teams until Nov. 23, they are all working hard to get a head start on their season by attending open gyms and lifting weights. Their first game will be a tournament in Twin Bridges on Dec. 4 and 5. (W. Yellowstone News, MT)
'It's been a long road': Wes Johnson has been just about everywhere, but he has finally found a place to call home Nov 6, 2009
During his sophomore year of high school, Johnson was a 5-foot-9 point guard for his Corsicana (Texas) High School basketball team. He'd been playing basketball for about four years, after his brother had talked him off the gridiron in the seventh grade. (Daily Orange, NY)
School administration dealswith coach and principal student Nov 6, 2009
Mr. Sarracino made the decision that none of the mid-school girls will be playing high school basketball despite several of them possibly having the skills, Barajas said. In the best interest of the program and the athletes, this is what Walter chose. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Stevens will retire as Bearcats coach Nov 6, 2009
Stevens coached high school basketball in Virginia for four seasons. He was an assistant at Florida for a season, four years at Tennessee, six at Virginia Tech and eight at Winthrop before moving on to Rock Hill High. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Boys teams from JPS have owned MHSAA's No. 1 ranking Nov 5, 2009
"Jackson is the mecca in the state for high school basketball," Bolden said. "Just about every kid is going to have a goal in his backyard. You go to games in the city and fans are packed in there wall to wall. People love it. Basketball is the major sport in Jackson. There's nothing that compares to it.". (The Clarion-Ledger)
Signing period preview: PGs up for grabs Nov 4, 2009
Scouts Inc. watches games, breaks down film and studies high school basketball from all angles for ESPN.. . (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Pump your brakes Nov 4, 2009
that s high school basketball why don t the hawks get that. 3 games in and Marv is struggling. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
iS8/Nike Tip-Off Fall Classic Webcasts Nov 4, 2009
Starting today, the High School Basketball Network (iS8Nike. TV) will present EXCLUSIVE WEBCAST coverage of both semifinals games plus the championship game on demand with play-by-play commentary as well as player/coach interviews. (Oklahoma State Sports -- Rivals.com)
K-State Names Associate Athletics Director Nov 4, 2009
Vaughn also coached two years of high school basketball in the state of Nebraska. "We were very pleased with the number of quality applicants this position attracted," said Tietjen. (KStateFans.com)
Roy Williams on revelations in his new book Nov 4, 2009
Buddy Baldwin [Williams's high school basketball coach] told me a hundred years ago that if you tell the truth then you don't have to remember what you said. So that's just what we did. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
JoePosnanskiJoe's Blog NCAA legend Jackie Stiles leads effort for small Kansas town. Nov 3, 2009
LaBelle suggested playing some sort of high school basketball game to raise enough money to bring a mammogram machine to Ashland periodically. Anderson loved the idea. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Penn State freshmen adjust to NCAA schedule Nov 3, 2009
Greene said compared to high school basketball, playing at such a high level for six months in college is a much more serious thing, and she has been preparing herself for the change. Nevertheless, past Lady Lions have stepped up to the challenge and made an immediate impact with the team. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Ex-basketball player dies in hit & run Nov 2, 2009
Uchendu played high school basketball at Pulaski Robinson. He played at Purdue University as a college freshman, but saw little action and attempted a transfer to Arkansas-Little Rock that apparently fell through. (KSLA.com, LA)
Thomas Listed on Naismith Watch List Oct 30, 2009
The Naismith Award has become an emblem of excellence for the game, recognizing the Men's and Women's College Basketball Player of the Year, Men's and Women's College Basketball Coach of the Year, as well as awards for outstanding achievement in high school basketball, officiating, and contribution to the game. ABOUT ATrong> AT (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. (Gohuskies.com)
North Cambridge Catholic selects Kevin Moore as new basketball head coach Oct 30, 2009
This is another option for them to play high school basketball. Moore also said that many Cambridge residents have expressed excitement in his taking over of the program. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Economy, overbuilding hurts CP retail center Oct 30, 2009
Smoke on Ice wrote on Oct 29, 2009 10:55 AM:" Yet we have a mayor and council who continue to consider retail as Economic Development. A council who ignored our own Towne Center TIRZ to give incentives to 1890 Ranch directly across the street. A council who committed over $70M to the arena, also directly across the street. A council who further gave incentives to the arena tenant to develop retail on site, also directly across the street. Keep in mind Lemon and Caputo were the former council... (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
A century of memories Oct 29, 2009
But, it wasn t all work for Tadlock during his youth, as he was a member of the now-defunct Homewood High School basketball team. During his time there, the team won two state championships, in 1928 and 1929. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
LSU still in running for two of nation's top recruits Oct 29, 2009
The two-sport standout also stars for the Temple High School basketball team. Seastrunk plans to visit Oregon this weekend to watch the Ducks take on the Trojans. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Jackson to announce on Monday Oct 28, 2009
Heading into the 2009-10 high school basketball season Wingfield (Jackson, Miss. combo guard Trency Jackson may have been considered a sleeper. (Southern Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Q&As with the Men's Basketball Staff Oct 28, 2009
So if I wasn't coaching college basketball, I would be teaching and coaching high school basketball. If I wasn't doing this right now, I'd probably be back in Utah coaching with my brother and running the boys' side of the basketball program he runs, while he runs the girls. (Pac-10.org)
