Posts by Bilal Benjamin
Alexander Girls Continue Their Hot Stretch Behind Star Power
Alexander Girls have won three of their last four and look like a team finding its stride at the right time. At the Wood Elite Classic they picked up another strong win, defeating Pope 55-46, and it was junior ESPN 4-star Nimah Ibidunni who completely set the tone. She dominated the matchup with 27 points…
Read MoreCherokee Boys Come Out the Gate Looking Dangerous
Cherokee Boys wasted no time showing they are built different this season. From the opening tip they played with pace, confidence, and the type of chemistry you only see from a group that has been locked in all offseason. Aiden Evans and Braylon Luster looked like one of the most explosive scoring duos in the…
Read MoreCherokee Girls Make a Loud Statement Behind It’s Backcourt Stars
Cherokee came out in game one looking like a team that is not just competing this season, but fully locked in on a state title run. The energy, the confidence, and the way they shared the ball all pointed to a group that understands the assignment. Senior guard Madison Moody and sophomore guard Ansley Dunn…
Read MoreNorth Cobb Christian Opens Season With Purpose and Balance
North Cobb Christian School entered this season with one mission in mind after last year’s championship loss. This group of juniors has grown together, taken their lumps, and returned with a clear goal to finish what they started. Their opening night win over Furtah Prep showed a team that is playing with purpose, sharing the…
Read MoreWalton Winning Ways Continue
Walton opens the season with a statement win over The King’s Academy the program once again showed why it remains one of the most competitive and consistent groups in the state. Year after year Walton develops talent, plays the right way, and finds methods to close out games. Their season opener followed that same pattern as…
Read MoreWalton (Girls) Backcourt Sets the Tone in Dominant Win Over Frederick Douglass
Walton’s junior guard duo of Karina Barton and Evie Harkey wasted no time taking control in a strong showing against Frederick Douglass picking up the win 70-18. Barton poured in 19 points and set the pace with her assertiveness on both ends of the floor. Harkey added 15 points of her own, giving Walton a…
Read MoreChattahoochee Secures First Win Behind Senior Leadership in a Thriller
Chattahoochee picked up its first win of the season in dramatic fashion at the Wood Elite Tip-Off Classic, defeating Excel Christian 70-68 in a game that came down to the final possession. The senior duo of and Josh Coleman set the tone and carried the Cougars when it mattered most. Campbell finished with 15 points,…
Read MoreNext Gen Academy: Where Unknown Turns to Unforgettable
Since its founding in 2023, Next Gen Academy has become a proving ground for emerging talent, a place where the hungry and overlooked collide with structure, competition, and exposure. What started as an idea to bridge development and discovery has evolved into one of the most respected platforms for young athletes chasing national, regional, and…
Read MoreMJ Dean Shows Promise Playing Up in Middle School Tournament
In his first taste of middle school basketball, MJ Dean wasted no time proving that talent and preparation translate no matter the stage. His Darlington squad, made up entirely of fifth graders, competed in a sixth-grade division tournament and advanced all the way to the semifinals before falling just short. Even in defeat, Dean’s performance…
Read MoreManny Green Sets the Tone Early for Senior Season
In his season debut, Manny Green, a four-star guard and Tennessee commit, led Cedar Grove to a hard-fought 56-51 victory over Central Gwinnett. From start to finish, Green reminded everyone why he’s considered one of the premier players in the country. The senior standout dictated tempo, controlled the pace, and played with a polish that…
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