Posts by Bilal Benjamin
ATL Hoopfest 8th Grade Prime Performers
Another strong showing from the class of 2029. This class continues to be one to watch closely. Zaire Colbert | Team Magic | 2029The question has to be asked. Is Zaire Colbert the best guard in 2029? The most skilled? Answers we expect to get by seasons end. One thing for certain, Colbert is in…
Read MoreATL Hoopfest High School Prime Performers
The high school players listed here were the most consistent throughout the ATL Hoopfest. Chol Shannon | Team VI | 2026Chol Shannon, a distinguished player for Team VI, plays with confidence when handling the basketball. He can control gameplay. His composure is evident and body control is top tier during his ascents toward the basket.…
Read MoreWho Got Next Tip-Off Grade School Prime Performers
It’s amazing to witness the skill set of these young hoopers they evolve every year. Erian Love | LBD | 2032Love excels in both offensive and defensive scenarios. Love’s ability to penetrate the basket, keeps defenders in a constant state of uncertainty, thereby enhancing his effectiveness as a lead guard. As a diminutive guard you…
Read MoreWho Got Next Tip-Off 6th & 7th Grade Prime Performers
Arguably the most competitive divisions on a year to year basis had players who had explosive games throughout the weekend. Cash Lowery | Young Buckets | 2030Cash Lowery is season ready! He’s a floor general and a bucket. Which is a beautiful combination. Lowery is a three level scorer that can fill it up in…
Read MoreWho Got Next Tip-Off 8th Grade Prime Performers
This 2029 class is shaping up to be one of the best nationally, in recent memory. Terry Coleman III | Atlanta Swish | 2029Coleman III is one of those players I like to label a Land Rover. Originally coined the phrase when 2026 guards Jacob Zhu and Andrew Taylor were in 8th grade. A Land…
Read MoreWho Got Next Tip-Off High School Prime Performers
The High School division was action packed with players fresh off of their season. Zachary Graves | Team Takedown | 2027Graves had the best performances throughout the weekend. He’s consistency uplifted his team to become champions of the Who Got Next Tip-Off. Graves racked up two 30 point performances and two double-doubles. The sophomore is…
Read MoreAll-Star Weekend Prime Performers Boys 2030
We got a head start on a few players that we be headlining All-Star Weekend next year. Cooper Head | West PreviewWhen lining up against Cooper Head don’t judge a book by its cover. The diminutive guard is an assassin! He plays fast, under control and selflessly. Teammates of his must be ready for flashy,…
Read MoreAll-Star Weekend Boys Prime Performers 2029 Part 2
The main thing about watching 8th graders is their level of competitiveness. They’re balling to get the exposure necessary to get ahead of their peers before they enter high school. 8th grade is the final year you’ll see a collective of players play this hard. Tae Mcallum | EastIf sneaky athleticism was a person, it…
Read MoreAll-Star Weekend Boys Prime Performers 2029 Part 1
The players highlighted in Part 1 were all a part of the Power 24 during All-Star Weekend and they sure didn’t disappoint. Read all about the present and future of the southeast. David Whitaker | West Power 24Whitaker has some of the most hype in the class of 2029. What he did at All-Star Weekend…
Read MoreAll-Star Weekend Boys Prime Performers 2028
Five of the best freshmen in Georgia. Expect big summers for them all. Xavier Davies | 2028 | South Power 24Davies is a guard you can matchup with any guard in Georgia’s class of 2028 and he will hold his own. He scores at a high level, defends, leads and understands the game. These traits…
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