Shikei Blake (Class Of 2013) Highlights @ Battle Of The Best Showcase
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2011 Battle Of The Best Dunk Contest
This is footage from the dunk contest held at the (Battle Of The Best Showcase) held at Delcastle high school in Wilmington, DE. This event was presented by Terrell Myers of East Coast Elite AAU team. The event was a showcase featuring the top players from Delaware against Connecticut. Continue reading
Dunk Of The Day
This is the first installment of the Dunk Of The Day piece from PremoHoopsTv. Ajen English a 6’2/Guard from the Class of 2012 is the one in this highlight @ Battle Of The Boarders Event. Continue reading
Old School Sports & Athletics Top 40 Showcase Videos
Austin Tilghman (St. Andrews, DE) Q&A With Premo Hoops
I recently had the chance to catch up with standout freshmen Austin Tilghman (St. Andrews, DE) we discussed why he picked St. Andrews and what goals he has set for his upcoming season. Austin is a combo guard who ranks among the best in the tri-state area for his class; he has a nice combination of size and skills that let him excel on the court.
PHR: What schools have started to show interest in you?
AT: Honestly I just left 8th grade so no one has shown any interest yet.
PHR: What things are you looking for in a program and coach?
AT: I want a program and a coach that will continue to develop me like I know coach Terrell will do and in college I want the same things a program that supports my talents at that time.
PHR: How did you come to the decision to attend St. Andrews?
AT: My family and I chose St. Andrews because of the education I could get there not really for basketball I think the education there might get me into any college I want. Continue reading
Shikei Blake (Howard, DE) Q&A With Premo Hoops
I caught up with rising sophomore standout Shikei Blake (Howard, DE). We chatted about what he is looking for in a program and what he worked on this summer to improve his game. Shikei is ready to have a breakout season in his sophomore campaign and is looking to become a great all around player and leader for his high school.
PHR: What schools are you hearing from right now?
SB: Not hearing from anyone right now.
PHR: Do you have a school list yet?
SB: I have not compiled a list yet.
PHR: What are you looking for in a program or university?
SB: Academics first, a good relationship with the coaching staff and style of play.
PHR: Did you have a dream school or university growing up?
SB: Any school that offers me a free education. Just going to college is a dream. Continue reading
Antonio Depina (Polytech, DE) Q&A With Premo Hoops
I had the chance to speak with sophomore Antonio Depina (Polytech, DE) yesterday about some of his goals for his sophomore season, why he decided to transfer to Polytech and what he did this summer to improve his game. Antonio is excited for the upcoming season and is ready to prove all of his haters that they are wrong about his game.
PHR: What schools are you hearing from right now?
AD: Florida State, Oregon State, Delaware State and Towson.
PHR: Do you have a school list yet?
AD: No
PHR: What are you looking for in a program and university?
AD: I’m looking for a school that can help me make an immediate impact and grow to my full potential as a person.
PHR: What were the main factors in your transfer to Polytech?
AD: Polytech HS has an outstanding Dental program. I’ve always wanted to be a dentist since I was age 6. Going to a Vo-tech school will help me prepare for college. Continue reading
Andre Gibbs (Smyrna, DE) Q&A With Premo Hoops
I caught up with the top junior point guard in Delaware, Andre Gibbs (Smyrna, DE) yesterday to discuss how his recruitment and summer went on the AAU circuit. Andre also talked about his goals for his upcoming season. Andre has excellent court vision and a high basketball I.Q. that helps him be a leader for his team.
PHR: What schools are recruiting you right now the hardest?
AG: Ivy League Schools, Fairfield, Bowling Green State, & a bunch of D2
PHR: Do you have a school list yet?
AG: I have a good idea of my list of schools, but it’s still early.
PHR: Have you taken any un-official or official visits yet?
AG: No.
PHR: What are you looking for in a program and university?
AG: Good coaches, and a program that fits my style of play.
PHR: Did you have a dream school or conference growing up?
AG: My dream school is North Carolina State, for some odd reason. Continue reading
Joey Gripper (Abington Friends, PA) Q&A With Premo Hoops
I caught up with class of 2011 lead guard Joey Gripper (Abington Friends, PA) today to discuss how his recruitment is coming along also we discussed his summer on the AAU circuit plus what he is looking forward to about his senior season. Joey is one of the top players in the tri-state area who has excellent court vision to go along with his blazing speed.
PHR: What schools are showing the most interest right now?
JG: Harvard, Quinnipiac, Marshall, & George Mason
PHR: What schools have offered?
JG: Harvard, George Mason, Penn, Quinnipiac, Appalachian St, Howard, UNC-Greensboro and Drexel.
PHR: Do you have a top 3 or a favorite school right now?
JG: Harvard, Quinnipiac and George Mason.
PHR: Have you taken any official or un-official visits yet?
JG: Harvard.
PHR: What are you looking for in a program and university?
JG: Just a University where they desire me, and I can grow as a player and person.
PHR: Do you have a time-table on when you will announce?
JG: After this high school season. Continue reading
A.J. English (Appoquinimink, DE) Class of 2011 Q&A With Premo Hoops
I had the chance to catch up with standout guard A.J. English (Appoquinimink, DE) the other day and we discussed his summer on the AAU circuit, recruitment and goals for the upcoming senior season. A.J. had a very successful summer on the circuit playing for Nike Team Takeover based out of D.C. and Coach Stevens, his AAU team won inaugural Nike EYBL championship at the Nike Peach Jam event.
PHR: What schools are recruiting you the hardest right now?
AE: It’s really the same with all my schools right now
Marquette, Virginia, Rutgers, Seton Hall, DEPAUL, UMASS, NC State, Wake Forest, UNLV, George Mason, South Alabama, Villanova, Clemson, Xavier, West Virginia and the whole A-10.
PHR: What schools are on your list right now?
AE: The schools I listed in the first question.
PHR: Do you have a top 3 or 5 right now?
AE: No I don’t have a top 3 or 5 yet.
PHR: What are you looking for in a program and university?
AE: I’m looking for a school where I step in right away and play and a school that I can help win right away.
