The United States national team will play in the semifinals of the FIBA Under 18 Aemricas tournament in Formosa, Argentina tonight. The USA is 3-0 in part because of an incoming Crimson Tide player.
The USA Under 18 National Team came from behind–obviously behind early in the game–to defeat Puerto Rico, 106-64, Wednesday night in Formosa, Argentina. A Crimson Tide basketball signee played a big role in the win.
Trent Johnson and the LSU assistants have been on out on the road scouting prospects for 2009 and 2010, and Louisiana product Matt Derenbecker (2010) impressed them enough to land a scholarship offer from the Tigers.
A couple of California senior big men are very impressive as we hit two Southern California tournaments on Monday…
AIKEN, S.C. — After a stellar week at Reebok U., Marietta (GA) Wheeler forward Richard Howell continued his strong play at the 2008 Peach State Summer Showcase.
CINCINNATI, OH - Christian Watford is playing for a new AAU team this week at the adidas Take 5ive Classic in Cincinnati. On Sunday, the 6-8 forward drew attention from several big-time programs, including Louisville. Following his afternoon game, Watford talked about two schools at the top of his list.
Reger Dowell is back on the market. The talented point guard recently decommitted from Alabama.
Class of 2010 prospect Matt Derenbecker put up some big numbers during his sophomore season at Ponchatoula and several college coaches have taken notice. Now those coaches will have to travel to Metairie to watch the 6-6, 185-pound guard play but the trip will be well worth their time.
When Tyler Hansbrough turns pro next year, will he be a lottery pick? Jeff Goodman offers an early version of a 2009 mock draft.
