The impact of covid-19 across the state of Wisconsin was especially harsh to those in the Milwaukee and Madison areas – as both MPS and MMSD elected to not participate in the 2020-21 basketball season. One player who is flying under the radar in Wisconsin’s 2022 class is Jerome Jacobs (Madison West HS). Jacobs averaged double figures (10.8ppg) as a sophomore starter at Madison West in   More...

Another player from the class of 2022 in Wisconsin is off the board and has committed to a division two program. This time it was Tyler Borowski who picked Winona State. The 6’2” point guard from Appleton East High School and the Wisconsin Crusaders, also had an offer from Sioux Falls plus interest from a few other division two programs in the region including Minot State and St.   More...

Just a week after landing a commitment from Marcus Tomashek, Michigan Tech and head coach Josh Buettner landed another 2022 commitment from the state of Wisconsin and the JH1 Elite program. This one came from Josh Terrian, a 6’4” guard/forward of Pewaukee High School. The Huskies had initially offered him a scholarship back in March. “I felt Michigan Tech was the perfect   More...

Even with a loaded first and second team from this year’s NY2LA Association, there was still plenty of other talented players still left. With all the talented teams apart of the 2021 NY2LA Association there were plenty of candidates to choose from, but here are the players that were voted to this honorable mention list.  Justin Banks – 2022 – F – All In   More...

One of the more sought-after division two prospects in all of Wisconsin recently made his college decision. Marcus Tomashek made his commitment to Michigan Tech University. Tomashek is a 6’5” 2022 guard who attends Ashwaubenon High School and played with the JH1 Elite program.  After taking his official visit to the school on Michigan’s upper peninsula a few weeks ago,   More...

Next up in the list of honors from the 2021 NY2LA Association is the second team for the 16U level. With a highly skilled group at this level, there was plenty of competition for these honors. Here are the seven members of the 16U second team for the 2021 season.  Tyshawn Archie – 2023 – G – Team Temple Tournament after tournament, Archie dazzled with his abilities with   More...

While the 17U first team for this year’s NY2LA Association has a great deal of talent, this second team is no different. The list is loaded with skilled college prospects that all were candidates for the first team list. Here are the seven members voted to the second team for the 2021 NY2LA Association.  Jamil Muttilib – 2022 – G – Team Temple The lengthy and   More...

With tournaments in Atlanta, Dallas, Indianapolis, Louisville, and Orlando, it was an exciting year of hoops on the NY2LA Association. The 2023 and 2024 classes constantly stood out with a very strong group of teams from top to bottom making for a very exclusive First Team list at the underclassmen level. Even with this deep field of teams, Mid Pro Academy shined to earn three of the seven   More...

With the end of the spring and summer grassroots season, it’s now time for some awards. These teams were voted upon by members of the NY2LA staff. With all the great competition over the last few months, five players just weren’t enough for each team. Here are the seven members of the 2021 NY2LA Basketball Association All-League First Team from the 17U division including the   More...

The finale of the spring for the NY2LA tournaments did not disappoint. To finish off their spring, many of the player in the 17U division brough their best play. Here are the standouts from the weekend.  Sebastian Blachut – 2022 – G – Chicago Lockdown An athletic guard that plays well with or without the ball. He can score it on all three levels, but he excelled at   More...

For the last tournament of the 2021 spring, the 16U group did not disappoint. The weekend featured some tremendous guard play throughout. Here were the top performers from the tournament.  Leroy Barnes – 2023 – G – Grassroots Sizzle Barnes is a skilled and impactful point guard that contributes greatly on both ends. The athletic point is strong with the ball and a very   More...

Throughout the spring, the play at the 15U field has continuously been at a high level and the NY2LA Sports Invitational was no different. Here are the players that stood out the most over the weekend.  Mike Bowen – 2024 – G – Pride Roc One of the tougher and high motor players in the 15U group. The wing guard was all over the floor getting plenty done for his team.   More...

Just like the tournaments in Wisconsin, Louisville, and Indianapolis earlier this spring, the loaded 17U field of teams did not disappoint. Here are players that went above and beyond to have a huge weekend in Dallas.  NJ Benson – 2022 – F – SW IL Jets A strong and physical 6’7” power forward that is a double-double machine. He goes aggressively to the glass   More...

The NY2LA Sports Lone Star Invitational in Dallas, Texas was loaded with talent at multiple age groups.  Regardless of the court there was bound to be talented and high level matchups throughout the weekend.  We continue our coverage by taking a look at some of the elite performers regardless of the age group… Note - Not listed in any particular order - This is not an   More...

In addition to the top performers and stock boosters, there were many players who stood out at the 15U level. Here are several more talented players that excelled from the Lone Star Invitational.  Myles Ewell – 2024 – F/C – Drive5 Elite Ewell is a 6’8” post with a nice strong build plus a good motor. The freshman really battles in the paint on both ends of   More...

With teams from around the nation invading downtown Dallas over the weekend, there was plenty of talent on hand and the 15U division was no exception. Here are top performers from the group.  Kuol Atak – 2024 – F – 3D Empire Even at 6’8” with superior length as a freshman, Atak has plenty of skill to his game. He scored the ball at a high level, hitting   More...

The Lone Star Invitational showcased a tremendous group at the 15U level. Here are just some of the players that helped themselves the most in Dallas.  Nekabari Aday – 2024 – F/C – The Institute Aday is a 6’6” big man that plays even bigger in the paint with his strength. He is a good scorer that gets it done around the basket but also got it done from the   More...

The inaugural Wisconsin Spring Showdown hit the hardwood earlier this month with many of the top prospects in the state of Wisconsin front and center for three days.  Here’s a quick look at five talented interior prospects that stood out to me in the 16U division over the course of the weekend… 2023 6’7 Milan Momcilovic - Phenom University 16U A versatile forward who   More...

A deep and talented 17U group led to an exciting weekend of hoops at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown. Here are some additional intriguing players to the top performers and stock boosters.  Chevalier Emery Jr. – 2022 – PG – WI Phenoms A talented lead guard who can score off the bounce, Emery had some solid moments throughout the weekend.  He attacks the rim well, can   More...

The 17U group at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown group included a talented bunch of players that need to be on college coach’s radars. Here are just some of the players that coaches should be taking a look at.  Tre Burris – 2021 – G – ABC Young Lions A long and athletic guard that performed well on both sides of the ball. He’s at his best attacking as he is   More...

The state of Wisconsin came to play at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown and the 17U level was no exception to this. Here are the players that stood out the most from this group.  Luke Bara – 2022 – G – ABC Young Lions Bara had an impressive weekend scoring and distributing the ball at a high rate. He has tight handle and moves well with the basketball. Bara can create his   More...

Here are ten players from the Wisconsin Spring Showdown that helped their recruitment over the weekend. While the list includes prospects many levels of colleges, they are all defiantly players that college coaches will want to know.  Ethan Criter – 2023 – G – WI Blizzard Criter showed off nice point guard skilled throughout the weekend. He is very strong with the ball   More...

With many of the top programs and players from the state in attendance, there was plenty of players shining at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown.  Gavin Farrell – 2023 – G – WI Dynasty Farrell has continued to show he is one of the more skilled 2023 guards around. He has a high basketball IQ and is able to contribute offensively in a number of ways. He is a knockdown spot   More...

Over the course of the weekend there was some thrilling games with plenty of players performing at a high level. Here is the group that shined the most at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown at the 16U level.  Levi Birkholz – 2023 – G – WI Crusaders Birkholz was key all weekend in leading the Crusaders to the 16U championship crown. He’s a skilled scorer that just makes   More...

The inagural Wisconsin Spring Showdown hit the hardwood this past weekend with many of the talented programs from throughout the state competiting for championship hardware.  We continue our coverage with a look at some of the top performers at the 15U-17U age groups from this past weekend... Note - Not listed in any particular order - This is not an exclusive list 2022 Seth Trimble -   More...

The 15U level truly came to play this weekend at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown. Here are the players that has great breakout performances for themselves with strong performances.  Pierce Arenz – 2024 – PG – WI Blizzard  A speedy playmaking point guard that can burst past defenders with his quick first step. Arenz was able to get to the basket often with his   More...

In addition to the top performers and stock boosters, here are several other players that came to play and impressed at the Wisconsin Spring Showdown this past weekend.  Andrew Baumgart – F – 2024 – WI Blizzard A tough forward with some strength that plays with tremendous energy to be all over the floor making plays. He scored the ball well around the basket and can   More...

The state of Wisconsin came to play this weekend in Pleasant Prairie. With many of the top programs from across the state in attendance, there was plenty of talent in the building. Here are the players that impressed the most from the 15U field over the three days.  Bennett Basich – 2024 – G – Phenom University The guard has a good all-around game and plays with great   More...

Next up in our 17U series from the Grassroots Showcase is part two of the stock boosters. Each of these players below had stellar performances and college coaches should be taking notice.  John Lovelace Jr. – 2022 – G – Phenom University The athletic and lengthy 6’8” wing guard continues to take great strides in his games. Lovelace scores the ball   More...

With the hundreds of teams on hand in Louisville last weekend, there were plenty of players making a name for themselves. Here is part one of the stock boosters for the 17U level.  Matthew Coffey – 2022 – F – Michigan Playmakers Coffey is a very physical and high energy 6’8” power forward with a strong build. He scored the ball at a high rate when he got it   More...