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Florida Prospects Girls Basketball Player of the Year
Mar 7, 2006
Last year South Broward finished the season 13-9 losing to Ft. Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas in the first round of the 2005 state playoffs. The first round defeat was the earliest defeat that the Bulldogs had suffered in the playoffs in over five years. The goal of the 2006 season was to reestablish South Broward as a state power. Despite losing to Miami Norland 54-44, in the State Semifinals, South Broward succeeded in their goal in making the Bulldogs a state power once again. Leading the way for South Broward was senior guard Alysha Harvin.
Q & A with Brandon Reese
Dec 27, 2005
Florida Prospects discuss boys basketball at Flanagan High with silky smooth guard, Brandon Reese , and how his experience last year, starting as a freshman, help him to prepare for this season. Reese is currently averaging 15 points, 8 assists and 4 steals per game.
The Kreul Classic
Dec 21, 2005
The Kreul Classic Tournament displays a host of talented players, both in the girls and boys divisions, on a competitive level every year. Many of the players that play in this event, are considered Division I prospects for the next level.
The Kreul Classic – Day 1-(Sat. Results)
Dec 19, 2005
The Kreul Classic Tournament displays a host of talented players, both in the girls and boys divisions, on a competitive level every year. Many of the players that play in this event, are considered Division I prospects for the next level. Here is an update on what happen on Saturday December 17.(Sanchez Hughley of Lyman High pictured)
The Kreul Classic Ready For Action….
Dec 17, 2005
The Kreul Classic Tournament displays a host of talented players, both in the girls and boys divisions, on a competitive level every year. Many of the players that play in this event, are considered Division I prospects for the next level. This year, the Kreul Classic is in full swing, Saturday-Wednesday, December 17-21, carrying the momentum from last year’s tournament. (Jacinta Monroe Stanahan pictured)
Jacksonville Point Guard Makes His Choice
Oct 27, 2005
One of the top players in the state is Jacksonville Raines Point Guard London Warren. After a junior year in which he averaged over 15 points a game and help to lead Raines to the Regional Final game, Warren is set to have a stellar senior year. Recently he committed to play for Dayton University. Florida Prospects spoke with London to discuss his college choice and his expectations on the upcoming year.
Q & A with Amber Smith
Oct 24, 2005
Florida Prospects talked one-on-one with Winter Haven’s star point guard, Amber Smith to discuss the different avenues Winter Haven will take towards winning another state title. As a sophomore, Smith averaged 5.5 points, 6 assists and 2 steals per game last year helping Winter Haven capture the Class 4A state championship. Winter Haven will be looking for her point guard leadership abilities to carry them for another championship run this season.
Q & A with Gaati Werema
Oct 24, 2005
Florida Prospects talked one-on-one with Orlando Christian Prep’s basketball star, Gaati Werema, to discuss her collegiate future plans with Prairie View A&M University next year. After averaging 15 points, 15.5 rebounds per game and earning the Player of the Year Award in the central Florida area as a junior, Werema has caught the attention of everyone in the state as a player to watch.
Q & A with Shamar Harris
Oct 17, 2005
With the start of the Girls Basketball Season less than two weeks away, Florida Prospects will start to interview several of the top prospects for the basketball season. Today we showcase top junior prospect Shamar Harris of Palm Beach Dwyer to discuss her goals for the upcoming season.
Central Florida Guard Is Playing for Pride
Oct 13, 2005
Even though Auburndale guard Brandon Giles attends the same high school Houston Rockets guard Tracy McGrady once did, Giles is similar to a Prince. Many compare Giles to Tayshaun Prince of the Detroit Pistons because of his size and athleticism. He is a silky smooth player who is very versatile with a soft mid- range jump shot.
Q & A with Adam Grimm
Oct 12, 2005
One of the fastest rising juniors in the state is Titusville Forward Adam Grimm. Standing at 6'7, he's one of the most athletic post players in the state. Tommie Butts sat down to talk with Adam about his past year and what the future holds for him.
Central Florida Sleeper Ready to Take Flight
Sep 22, 2005
If timing is everything, then the South Florida Bulls' coaching staff has it. The University of South Florida came out a winner when Dante Curry, 6’5” guard from Poinciana High School verbally committed to become a Bull next season during the summer AAU season. The future Bull has the ability to change the pace of a game by playing solid defense and scoring quickly. He is described as being a savvy, smooth, athletic guard with the most consistent shot in the state.
Q & A with Victor Mills
Sep 16, 2005
As part of our continuing coverage of high school sports, Florida Prospects will start conducting interviews with different Prospects around the state. Today we visit with Victor Mills point guard for Taravella High.
Washington Proves that they Are Legit
Sep 13, 2005
On Friday September 9, there were two teams squaring off to prove its Florida Prospects’ state ranking, was not considered “overrated.” Miami Booker T. Washington Tornadoes and Hollywood Chaminade-Madonna Lions were ranked number two and seven in the Florida Prospects’ state poll, respectively. In what was picked as the game of the week, Washington showed why they are considered one of the best teams in the state.
Young But Ready
Sep 7, 2005
Imagine having a high school fantasy basketball league available like the other fantasy leagues, would you play? Better yet, who would be your first choice? Would it be a quick ball-handling guard, a skillful shooting power forward or the tallest player in the state? There are many to choose from, however floor generals, team leaders, or true point guards in general, are hard to find nowadays. This is why Dr. Phillips Chris Warren, a 5’11” junior point guard, would be one of the top picks in a draft as he is considered one of the best true point guard in the state of Florida.
St. Thomas Rolls to Victory
Sep 5, 2005
On Friday September 2, St. Thomas Aquinas (1-0) played host to Cardinal Gibbons for a friendly football game. The only problem was that Aquinas was not a pleasant host, putting Cardinal Gibbons Redskins (0-1) in the dark 35-3, while securing there spot as a state power.
Tigers Fail To Finish
Aug 31, 2005
Monday night’s football game between Pompano Blanche Ely Tigers and Boyd Anderson Cobras, was a prime example of the cliché “Its Not Over Until Its Over.” The Tigers had a convincing 19-point lead for three quarters to see it all vanish in the fourth. (Boyd Anderson quarterback Herb Bynes pictured)
Not a Bad Choice
Aug 9, 2005
As a high school athlete, you are force to make important choices in life. From what school to attend to which classes to take. Some athletes have to make the decision on which sport they want to play. Sanchez Hughley , a 6’2” shooting guard at Lyman High School, had an important choice to make. Which sport to play, football or basketball?
Warren Is on a Mission To Prove
Jul 29, 2005
Jacksonville Raines’ star point guard London Warren will play his final season as a high school basketball player this year. Warren will take his talented skills to the next level with several Division I schools pursuing his services. London Warren is listed as a 6’1” guard, however he plays as if he was a 6’7” swingman.
Frustration in Disney
Jul 25, 2005
The Disney Wide World of Sports Complex was filled with future collegiate basketball stars this past weekend. Players from different states playing with different styles all competed to play for the same goal, exposure. Majority of these players play significant roles on their varsity high school team in their area. Therefore, distributing playing minutes were the biggest problem for the AAU coaches involved in this event. There were many college recruiters on hand to witness athletic abilities from those participating in this exceptional event held in Orlando, Florida.
Breakdown the Results
Jul 19, 2005
After making their AAU debut two weekends ago, Florida Prospects’ Ballas, entered their second tournament by playing in the Breakdown Hoops Festival. Florida Prospects’ first appearance on the AAU circuit resulted in a 95-85 defeat to the Miami Tropics in the championship game finishing second. Here is a free look at the type of information and features you will receive as a member of Florida Prospects. Give Florida Prospects a try, with different features everyday, We are sure that you will find why floridaprospects.com is the best source for all High School Sports.
Battle of the Best AAU Tournament Recap
Jul 6, 2005
As we approach the conclusion of a fantastic AAU season, In the Zone Magazine, organized a tournament for the South Florida area known as the Battle of the Best. This tournament featured numerous of Florida Prospects’ Top 50 players in the state. There were 10 teams entering this astonishing event, but only one can claim to be the best. The Best of the Best were the Miami Tropics, edging out the Florida Prospects’ Ballas, 95-85 in the championship game.
Paying Off With Experience
Jun 22, 2005
Tremayne Russell walked on South Dade High School campus three years ago with a lot of confidence, starting his freshman season. Russell, 6’0” point guard, led the Buccaneers basketball team to a 16 win season last year.
The Best is Yet to Come
May 4, 2005
If you have not seen Taravella High Basketball star Damian Hollis play, then you would not know he is an identical comparison to Detroit Pistons Forward Tayshaun Prince. Hollis, a 6’8” junior swingman, is a very versatile player, who can play on the inside or the perimeter. However, what makes his game so effective is his ability to move without the ball and shooting effortlessly from the outside.
South Florida Guard Growing in Ready for Breakout Year
Apr 18, 2005
Imagine riding a stylish BMW to the Florida High School Basketball State Finals in Lakeland during the month of March. With smooth transitions that handles swirl curves and maneuvers well against oncoming traffic. We are not talking about a car but we are referring to Brandon Maurice Williams of Plantation American Heritage.
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