***(6/9/04 Changes)*** The links have been updated for Jerret Smith, Chris Douglas-Roberts, Jevohn Shepherd, Ramar Smith, Leon Freeman, and
Ryan Wright.. New players on the list are Derrick Caracter and Tom Herzog. The
recruiting profile info has been updated for Jerret Smith, Chris Douglas Roberts,
Brandon Costner, Eric Boateng, Ryan Wright, Brandan Wright, Ramar Smith, D.J.
Augustine, Scott Reynolds, Deshawn Sims, Leon Freeman, and Tracy Smith
This list will be updated regularly as new players are discovered and players
already listed make their decisions. The link to the Primer will reside permanently
on the left NAV bar under the Best Guess Recruiting Class section.
Table of Contents (Click link to jump to desired section)
- 2003-2004 Roster
- 2004-2005 Roster
- 2005-2006 Roster
- Class of 2004 Commits and
Recruits
- Class of 2005 Commits and
Recruits
- Class of 2006 Commits and
Recruits
- Class of 2007 Commits and
Recruits
2003-2004 Roster
2004-2005 Roster
| No. |
Name |
Pos. |
HT.
|
WT. |
Cl/Elig. |
High
School |
| 32 |
J.C.
Mathis |
F |
6-8 |
245 |
Sr./Sr. |
John
F. Kennedy |
| 4 |
Daniel
Horton |
G |
6-3 |
190 |
Jr./.Jr. |
Cedar
Hill |
| 2 |
Lester
Abram |
W |
6-6 |
190 |
Jr./Jr. |
Pontiac
Northern |
| 25 |
Graham
Brown |
F |
6-9 |
245 |
Jr./Jr. |
Mio-AuSable |
| 31 |
Chris
Hunter |
F/C |
6-11 |
210 |
Jr./Jr. |
Gary
West Side |
| 50 |
Amadou
Ba |
C |
6-10 |
250 |
Jr./Jr. |
Bridgton
Academy |
| 5 |
Dion
Harris |
G |
6-3 |
200 |
So./So. |
Redford |
| 44 |
Courtney
Sims |
F/C |
6-9 |
220 |
So./So. |
Noble
& Greenough |
| 23 |
Brent
Petway |
F |
6-8 |
210 |
So./So. |
Griffin |
| |
Ronald Coleman |
F |
6-6 |
210 |
Fr./Fr. |
Romulus |
| |
Open |
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Open |
|
|
|
|
|
2005-2006 Roster
| No. |
Name |
Pos. |
HT.
|
WT. |
Cl/Elig. |
High
School |
| 4 |
Daniel
Horton |
G |
6-3 |
190 |
Sr./Sr. |
Cedar
Hill |
| 2 |
Lester
Abram |
W |
6-6 |
190 |
Sr./Sr. |
Pontiac
Northern |
| 25 |
Graham
Brown |
F |
6-9 |
245 |
Sr./Sr. |
Mio-AuSable |
| 31 |
Chris
Hunter |
F/C |
6-11 |
210 |
Sr./Sr. |
Gary
West Side |
| 50 |
Amadou
Ba |
C |
6-10 |
250 |
Sr./Sr. |
Bridgton
Academy |
| 5 |
Dion
Harris |
G |
6-3 |
200 |
Jr./Jr. |
Redford |
| 44 |
Courtney
Sims |
F/C |
6-9 |
220 |
Jr./Jr. |
Noble
& Greenough |
| 23 |
Brent
Petway |
F |
6-8 |
210 |
Jr./Jr. |
Griffin |
| |
Ronald
Coleman |
F |
6-6 |
210 |
So./So. |
Romulus |
| |
Jerret
Smith |
G |
6-2 |
200 |
Fr./Fr. |
Romulus |
| |
Open |
|
|
|
|
|
| |
Open |
|
|
|
|
|
Class of
2004 Commits and Recruits
2004 Commitment(s)
Ronald
Coleman SF
Ht: 6-6 Wt: 210 PPG: 18
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Romulus Senior HS (Romulus, MI)
Ron was Michigan’s first commit for the 2004 class. RC has one of the best strokes
in the entire midwest region. I witnessed him drain 10 straight threes in warm-ups
at the Nike MDC. He’s improving his off of the dribble game and will be a force
in the Big Ten for years to come. GBW will have more on RC very shortly.
GBW stories on Ronald Coleman
Spiece Run N Slam Photo
Gallery Part 1
Spiece Run N Slam Photo
Gallery Part 2
Memorial Day Classic,
Day 2
Nike Memorial Day Classic
Photo Gallery
Ronald Coleman Scouting
Report
Monter Comments on USA
Youth Development Festival
Nike Camp Interviews
Nike Camp Perspective
Nike Camp Perspective
Part 2
Nike Camp Photo Gallery
Sunday Open Run
Recap
Romulus Open Gym
Notes
Ronald Coleman Signs
on The Dotted Line
Romulus Duo Meshing
Well
Michigan Holds On
For Victory vs Chips
Vince Baldwin Weighs
In On Prep Hoops (part 2)
Friday Night Hoops:
Romulus vs. Belleville
Coleman Shows Versatility
in Win Over Rival
Coleman's High School
Career Comes to an End
2004 Recruits (two roster spots open
as of 6/9/04)
Mystery
Player
As we alluded to over the past few weeks on the radio show and on
the premium message board, Josh Akognon (whom Michigan backed off of weeks before
he later committed to Washington State) was not the only late season target.
We are hearing that there may be yet another direction they can go in to fill
a slot in the 2004 class. We are not at liberty to note whom this prospect might
be, (as we don’t want to affect the process). If something comes of this
and we receive info that we can pass on, we will be sure to do so. Stay tuned.
No new news on this front as of 6/9/04
Class of
2005 Commits and Recruits
2005 Commitment(s)
Jerret
Smith PG
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 195
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Romulus HS (Romulus, MI)
I always come away impressed by what a floor general Smith is. Jerret is the
quintessential pass first shoot second point guard and is not a player that
observers would ever classify as selfish. Visited Michigan again on May 29,
2003 and committed on June 4. Jerret is an excellent passer that sees the court
really well. The young floor leader is a perfect complement to the wing talent
Michigan has brought in already, and will be bringing in over the next few years.
Someobservers were down on him after Roumulus' playoff loss to Belleville and
his subsequent early summer struggles in AAU. That said, he contines to impress
when visiting Ann Arbor for open gyms and is a kid the current crop of players
love to play with. Does have to work to gain consistency on his shot, improve
his defense, and regain his confidence. The summer tournaments will provide
him the opportunity to do those things.
GBW stories on Jerret Smith
Jerret Smith Scouting
Report
Friday Night Hoops: John
Glenn vs. Plymouth Salem
More on Jerret Smith
Nike Memorial Day Classic
Wrap Up
Conversation with Ken Smith
Vince Baldwin Weighs
in on UM's Latest Commitment
Michigan Preps Have
What it Takes at Jamboree
Sunday Open Run Recap
Romulus Open Gym
Notes
Romulus Duo Meshing
Well
Michigan Holds On
For Victory vs Chips
Vince Baldwin Weighs
In On Prep Hoops (part 2)
Friday Night Hoops:
Romulus vs. Belleville
Coleman Shows Versatility
in Win Over Rival
Coleman's High School
Career Comes to an End
Baldwin on In-State
Prospects
Michigan Targets Fare
Well in Weekend Hoops
The Michigan Insiders
Radio Hour (Show 9)
2005 Recruits (Two
roster spots open as of 6/9/04)
Chris
Douglas-Roberts PG/SG
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 165
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Renaissance HS (Detroit, MI)
Some consider Chris Douglas-Roberts the top prospect in the state of Michigan
for the 2005 class. The Cass Tech swingman has an outstanding handle for his
size and has demonstrated ability to run the point. He’s also very crafty
in getting his shot off when he gets into the lane. His shooting ability is
underrated, but it still needs improvement, as does his strength. Has been compared
to Jamal Crawford by many pundits, including Prep Spotlight’s Vince Baldwin.
Kansas, which once figure very prominently in his recruitment, has fallen down
Douglas-Roberts' list with the commitment of PG Mario Chalmers. His list of
schools is still vast, with Michigan, Michigan State, UCLA, Oregon, and Cincinnati
amongst those still fighting. Has a summer goal of being ranked a consensus
top 10 player and probably won't decide until the late signing period.
GBW stories Chris Douglas Roberts
Michigan Preps Have
What it Takes at Jamboree
Hoops Overload
Nike Camp Interviews
Nike Camp Perspective
Big Time Hoop Visitors
This Weekend
The Latest on Chris
Douglas-Roberts (Part 1)
Hoop News: Douglas-Roberts
Part 2/Big 10 Media Day
Douglas-Roberts
Off to Good Start
Baldwin on In-State
Prospects
Spiece Run N Slam
Evals: Part 1
Chris Douglas-Roberts
Still Wide Open
Brandon
Costner PF
Ht: 6-8 Wt: 210
AAU Team: Playaz Basketball Club
High School: Seton Hall Prep HS (West Orange, NJ)
Good inside-out game with the body to guard bigger players and the quickness
to guard smaller ones. Nice stroke for his size. Ranked number #21 nationally
by the insiders. The Wolverines are showing serious interest. Coach Tommy Amaker
made a trip to New Jersey the week of February 2nd to see Costner in action.
Michigan made the his trimmed down list. The nine schools in question were:
N.C. State, UCLA, Seton Hall, UConn, Virginia, Michigan, Kansas, St. Joe's and
Indiana. Has officially visited UCLA (where he had breakfast with legendary
Coach John Wooden) and unofficially visited N.C. State, UConn, St. Joes's, and
Seton Hall.
Eric
Boateng C
Ht: 6-10 Wt: 220
AAU Team: Delaware Sharpshooters
High School: St Andrews School (Middletown, DE)
Ranked a 5 star player and the #1 center in the 2005 class by TheInsidersHoops.com.
He broke his foot in the first game of the year, but schools have still been
hot and heavy after this England transplant. Assistant Coach Chuck Swenson visited
Boatneg in mid January and were again in during the first few days of the evaluation
period. Eric made his way to Ann Arbor in March on an unofficial visit and reportedly
enjoyed the trip. Tripped to UCLA soon after. There have also been strong rumors
that Boston College would become a player. Against those adversaries the Wolverines
stood an excellent shot at landing this premiere big man. While their shot is
still good, now that the Duke Blue-Devils have jumped into the fray and made
him their #1 post target, the odds just got a little longer. For now Boateng
isn't commenting much on his recruitment and is saying that he is wide open.
GBW stories on Eric Boateng
"He's
long, athletic, and very skilled"
"He really liked Coach
Amaker"
Charlie Weber Hoops
Tourney (Part 1)
Jevohn
Shepherd SG
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 190
AAU Team: Phase 1
High School: West Hill Collegiate HS(Toronto, ONT)
GBW broke the news in early February of UM interest in this little known Canadian
wing. He has been called a 6-4 Brent Petway by some who have seen him, but can
also put it on the floor. His skills have caught Michigan's attention and assistant
Coach Charles Ramsey has already made a few trips across the border to check
him out. An April open gym session wowed coaches in attendance (and Coach Ramsey
was once again there). Coach Amaker soon followed up with a visit of his own,
and the Wolverines are the prohibitive favorite for this monster sleeper.
GBW stories Jevohn Shepherd
Hoopster
Jevohn Shepherd
Charlie Weber Hoops
Tourney (Part 1)
Jevohn Shepherd
Opens Some Eyes
Basketball Recruiting:
Visits Galore!
Basketball Recruiting:
MORE Visit News!
More Summer Hoops Coverage:
Rumble in the T-Dot
Ryan
Wright PF
Ht: 6-9 Wt: 215
AAU Team: Toronto Mission II
High School: Loyola (Mississauga, ON)
Wright is tremendous athlete from north of the border. According to West Hill
Collegiate head coach Wayne Dawkins (Jevohn Shepherd's coach), Ryan also had
an impressive showing at the open gym that Shepherd exploded at. Visited Michigan
in early June and really enjoyed his time in Ann Arbor. Traveled to Michigan
State afterward and both schools subsequently moved into his top 3. The Wolverines
haven't extended an offer yet but he could emerge as a top target before all
is said and done.
GBW stories on Ryan
Wright
Canadian PF Interested
in the Wolverines
Hoops: Open Gym Notes
Eric Devendorf SG
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 185
AAU Team: Michigan Hurricanes
High School: Bay City Central HS(Bay City, Mi)
Eric de-committed from Michigan State earlier in the year after making what
he called a hasty decision. Subsequent he has drawn interest from schools such
as Michigan and Florida. On the court he has been having a phenomenal year.During
one of his high school games he notched over fifty points, and he's continued
his offensive prowess on the summer circuit. His deadly marksmanship and quick
release have Prep Spotlight's Vince Baldwin contemplating moving him in rank
to #1 for the in-state class of 2005. Will transfer to Oak Hill Academy in Virginia.
GBW stories Eric Devendorf
Hoops Overload
Baldwin on In-State
Prospects
Spiece Run N Slam
Evals: Part 1
Spiece Tourney Interviews:
Eric Devendorf
Anthony
Sparks C/PF
Ht: 6-8 Wt: 315 PPG: 10.0
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Renaissance HS (Detroit, MI)
At 6-8 and over 300 lbs., this big man eats up A LOT of space in the paint.
Hailing from the same school as former Michigan star, Robert Traylor,…
the comparisons between the two have been frequent. However, Sparks has a little
more finesse in his game and is not the athlete the Tractor was. He plays mostly
below the rim and has a few nice post moves and he can also hit the 15-footer.
If he can keep his weight under control, he can have a special season. (Word
has it that he has done just that).
GBW stories Anthony Sparks
Michigan Preps Have
What it Takes at Jamboree
Nike Camp Perspective
Jamelle Cornley PF
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 225
AAU Team: All-Ohio Red
High School: Brookhaven HS (Columbus, OH)
This undersized big-man has Michigan on top of his list and the Wolverines are
giving him a look. Time will tell how serious the interest is. He is also considering
Ohio State, Bowling Green, and Louisville.
GBW stories on Jamelle Cornley
Spiece Run
N Slam Evals: Part 1
Jabari Currie SG
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 190
AAU Team: Michigan Hurricans
High School: Pershing HS (Detroit)
Programs are keeping an eye on the Pershing wing. Ranked #3 at his position
in the state by Prep Spotlight. He has been playing some of his best ball this
summer and has really caught the attention of the Ohio State Buckeyes.
GBW stories on Jabari Currie
Vince Baldwin
Weighs In On Prep Hoops (part 2)
Spiece Run
N Slam Evals: Part 1
Class of
2006 Commits and Recruits
2006 Recruits
Brandan
Wright PF/SF
Ht: 6-9 Wt: 200
AAU Team: Tennessee Travelers
High School: Brentwood Academy HS (Brentwood, TN)
Vince Baldwin of Prep Spotlight rates Brandon the top player at his position
in the 2006 class. One of only a few sophomores to be invited to the Nike All-American
camp. Very good size with outside range and the ability to guard anyone on the
court. Has already visited Michigan unofficially. Doesn't list Michigan in his
current top 5, but with his family ties in the Ann Arbor area the Wolverines
shouldn't be counted out just yet. Immediate jump (to the NBA) candidate.
GBW stories Brandon Wright
Big Time Hoop Visitors
This Weekend
Brandan Wright Update
Basketball
Recruiting: Visits Galore!
Derrick
Caracter C
Ht: 6-9 Wt: 285
AAU Team: Riverside Church
High School: Fanwood (Scotch Plains, NJ)
Rated a 5 star player and the #1 center in the 06 class by theinsidershoops.com.
Some have questioned his desire at times, but his talent is undeniable. Another
of 3 sophomores invited to the Nike All-American Camp last year. Good face up
range and can definitely bang down low. Some have mentioned him as an immediate
jump (to the NBA) candidate, but seems focused on attending college at this
point. The topic will surely be revisited his senior year. For the time being
he has indicated that his recruitment is open but listed four schools by name.
They were Duke, Miami, Stanford, and Michigan.
Kevin Durant PF/SF
Ht: 6-8 Wt: 185
AAU Team: DC Blue Devils
High School: National Christian Academy (Fort Washington, MD)
Long post player with inside/outside skills.
Michigan has already ventured down to Maryland to see him in action. Ranked
a 5 star prospect by TheInsidersHoops.com. Compared by some scouts to Demarr
Johnson, Durant's early list consists of Georgia Tech, Louisville, Michigan,
North Carolina, Syracuse, and Maryland.
GBW stories on Kevin
Durant
Charlie
Weber Hoops Tourney (Part 2)
Ramar
Smith SG
Ht: 6-2 Wt: 200
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Martin Luther King HS (Detroit, MI)
This young man has the complete package. Powerful guard that can hit big shots,
drive, and finish with authority. However, he must improve his jumper and ball-handling
skills in order to live up to the press-clippings. Considered not only the consensus
#1 player in the state by most, but also the #1 player at his position nationally.
Another important question surrounding his recruitment is, will he qualify?
Informed me in early June that he hasn't heard much from Michigan and really
likes Cincinnati.
GBW stories on Ramar
Smith
Michigan
Preps Have What it Takes at Jamboree
Crawford
and Hairston Key Renaissance Victory
Soph. Hoopster David Kool Update
Baldwin on In-State
Prospects
D.J.
Augustine PG
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 180
AAU Team: New Orleans Jazz
High School: Brother Martin HS (New Orleans, La)
D.J. has already caught the attention of several top programs including Michigan.
Charles Ramsey has been to watch him in New Orleans and the Wolverines are under
consideration. High school teammate of current UM football player Adam Kraus.
He is rated a 5 star player and the #1 PG in the 2006 class by theinsidershoops.com.
Named to the Adidas ABCD camp after his freshman year and is having a very good
summer with the New Orleans Jazz. Led his team to the final game in the Bob
Gibbons tournament of champions and was a missed 3-pointer away from knocking
out a loaded Spiece Indy Heat team for the title.
David Lighty SG
Ht: 6-4 Wt: 185
AAU Team: Ohio Titans
High School: Cleveland Villa Angela-St. Joseph (Cleveland OH)
Smooth wing guard with both perimeter and to-the-basket skills. An outstanding
athlete that is ranked in the top 2 in his Ohio class IN FOOTBALL! Unfortunately
for those fans of the gridiron, GBW has heard from good sources that Lighty
plans to give up the pigskin this season to concentrate solely on basketball.
He will undoubtedly be in the running for the state's top hoopster and may have
to fight off another Michigan target, Daequan Cook, to claim that title. By
the way, most consider him a HUGE Michigan fan.
Daequan
Cook SG
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 190
AAU Team: Dayton Airmen / Spiece Indy Heat
High School: Dayton Dunbar (Dayton, OH)
Cook is one of the summer's top performers thus far. After leading his high
school team to the state semis, he has teamed with Mike Conley and Greg Oden
on Spiece Indy Heat to form one of the power teams on the summer circuit. Despite
teaming with the two stars (whom already have chemistry because they play on
the same high school squad), Daequan hasn't had any trouble turning heads in
his direction. Great form on his jump shot and can put the ball on the floor
better that one expects for such a long player. Though not an explosive leaper,
he can get to the basket and finish despite contact. Some question his jumper,
but his form is excellent and he is capable of going on long hot streaks from
behind the arc. Though he hasn't stated a favorite, Michigan has been the first
team mentioned whenever he has been asked for a list of schools this summer.
Rated a 4 star player by the InsidersHoops.com at this point, but may achieve
5 star status before it is all said and done.
GBW stories on Daequan Cook
Spiece Run
N Slam Evals: Part 2
Matthew Shaw C
Ht: 6-8 Wt: 240
AAU Team: California Team Select
High School: Verbum Dei HS (Los Angeles, Ca)
Matt is very skilled offensively and is considered one of the to shooting big
men in his class. He has expressed a desire to get off of the West Coast, and
Michigan has definitely made their interest knows. Coach Charles Ramsey has
been in his school and the amount of attention being paid him by the Wolverines
isn't lost on Matt. He noted recently that Michigan had been, "showing
me a whole lot of love and support." He's currently rated a 3 star prospect
by The InsidersHoops.com and the #2 player in California by Hoop Scoop.
GBW stories on Matt Shaw
Basketball
Recruiting: Visits Galore!
Michigan Visits
California Big Man
Scott
Reynolds PG
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 180
AAU Team: Boo Williams Summer League
Herndon HS (Herndon Va)
Scott is a tremendous outside shooter that can explode for thirty point perfromances
at anytime thanks to his accuracy beyond the arc. Definitely one of the top
shooters in his class. His play at the Boo Williams Invitational tourney in
early April garnered an all-tourney selection and served notice that he'll be
one of the top floor leaders in his class. The Wolverines are amongst the early
favorites.
GBW stories on Scott
Reynolds
Charlie
Weber Hoops Tourney (Part 2)
David
Kool SG
AAU Team: Michigan Mustangs
High School: South Christian HS (Grand Rapids, Mi)
David isn't flashy, but he can shoot, is tough, strong, and can defend. He is
one of those gritty players that does whatever it takes to help a team win,
but doesn't get the credit he deserves at the end of the night. Kool is a physical
guard that uses his build to his advantage both offensively (getting into the
lane and drawing contact) and defensively (bodying up his opponent). Those that
favor style over substance won't like Kool's game, but those that know what
it takes to build a winning team will want him on their squad.
GBW stories David
Kool
Soph. Hoopster David
Kool Update
Kool Keys Win in Revenge
Game
Kool Discusses Rumors
of Impending Decision
Spiece Run N Slam Evals:
Part 2
Tory Jackson PG
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 180
AAU Team: Michigan Mustangs
High School: Saginaw Buena Vista (Saginaw, MI)
Tory Jackson was on fire at the Spiece Run N Slam tournament. The Saginaw product
is a clutch player will shooting range that extends beyond the three point line.
He can get his shot off of the dribble and has the ball on a string. Probably
more of a scorer than passer at this point, but he has the raw skill set to
be very effective at the next level. Led Saginaw BV to Class C state title this
year and is doing big things with the 17-and-under Michigan Mustangs squad this
summer. There will be an on-going debate as to who the top PG in Michigan's
class of 2006, Jackson...or Detroit Renaissance's TaJuan Porter. He grew up
a Michigan fan, but look for interest in him from all over the country to really
pick up before the summer is over.
GBW stories on Tory
Jackson
Spiece
Run N Slam Evals: Part 2
Spiece Tourney Interviews:
Tory Jackson
James
Dews SG
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 180
AAU Team: All Ohio Red
High School: Lakota East (Middletown, OH)
Sharpshooting wing that ranks amongst the best in a loaded Ohio class. Prep
Spotlight's Vince Baldwin considers him "a black J.J. Redick" Michigan
ranks high on his early list along with Ohio State, Cincinnati, Louisville,
and Kentucky.
GBW stories on James
Dews
Baldwin
on In-State Prospects
Alex
Stepheson F
Ht: 6-8 Wt: 200
High School: Harvard Westlake HS (Los Angeles, Ca)
Visited Michigan back in December and Michigan returned the favor with a visit
to Harvard Westlake during the eval period. The West Coast schools hold a comfortable
lead right now, but that hasn't dulled Michigan's interest. Rated a 3 star player
by TheInsidersHoops.com and the #31 player in California by Hoop Scoop. From
theinsiders.com: "A gifted young post, Stepheson has a chance to be among
the top power forwards in his class. With a great frame, and long arms, he looks
like he'll add weight and strength easily. He's got a nice touch to about 12-15
feet, with the ability to play inside or away from the basket."
GBW stories on Alex
Stepheson
California Sophomore
Visits Ann Arbor
Basketball Recruiting:
MORE Visit News!
Tom
Herzog C
Ht: 6-11 Wt: 210
AAU Team: Michigan Hurricanes
High School: Powers Catholic (Flint, Mi)
Shot blocking big man visited Michigan in early June for an open gym and enjoyed
his time in Ann Arbor. Runs the floor extremely well and has good hands, but
must improve size and strength in order to bang with bigger competition.
GBW stories on Tom Herzog
Hoops: Open Gym
Notes
Herzog Comments on Trip
to Ann Arbor
Deshawn
Sims PF
Ht: 6-7 Wt: 229
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Pershing HS (Detroit, Mi)
Deshawn is a face-up post player with range out to 18 feet. He can take big
men off of the dribble, but must work to improve his game with his back to the
basket. As he displays a willingness to bang around more down low, the attention
that he receives will increase. It seems as if that message has been passed
along, as he has really shown improvement in that area this summer. His AAU
performances thus far have garnered much praise and he is one of the hotter
prospects on the circuit. He was at a number of Michigan games this winter and
is hoping that their interest increases. Ranked the #2 PF in Michigan by Prep
Spotlight
GBW stories on Deshawn
Sims
Pershing Sophomore
Deshawn Sims
Vince Baldwin Weighs
In On Prep Hoops (part 2)
Baldwin on In-State
Prospects
Leon
Freeman SG
Ht: 6-3 Wt: 185
AAU Team: BigEekay Sports
High School: Belleville HS (Belleville, Mi)
Athletic and energetic wing that is very quick off of the floor. Tenacious defender
that is crafty around the basket. Good shooter that can really light it up from
deep when hot. Plays a little out of control at times. Must work to improve
ball handling and court awareness. One of the top sleepers in the country and
should emerge as a top 100 player before all is said and done. Ranked #4 in
the in-state class of 2006 by Prep Spotlight. Recently gave me an early list
of Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State, and Virginia. Also seems enamored with
Duke.
GBW stories on Leon
Freeman
Friday
Night Hoops: Romulus vs. Belleville
Coleman
Shows Versatility in Win Over Rival
Coleman's
High School Career Comes to an End
Michigan Targets Fare
Well in Weekend Hoops
Tywon Lawson PG
Ht: 5-11 Wt: 180
AAU Team: DC Blue Devils
High School: Bishop McNamara (Forestville, MD)
Another jet quick PG on Michigan's 2006 checklist. He started the summer with
outstanding performances at both the Boo Williams and Charlie Weber tournaments.
He pairs an excellent jumpshot with outstanding dribbling skills. Any team that
decides to go full court press against him just opens themselves up for a fast
break opportunity. Favors the ACC schools at this point, but the Wolverines
are interested.
GBW stories on Tywon
Lawson
Charlie
Weber Hoops Tourney (Part 2)
TaJuan
Porter PG
Ht: 5-7 Wt: 165
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Detroit Renaissance
Some doubt TaJuan's college potetntial because of his height, but this dynamic
player performs much taller than he actually is. An explosive scorer, he presents
a change of pace option on both his high school and summer league teams. He
is one of the fastest players in the country with the ball in his hands and
does a good job of not getting his shot blocked when he takes it to the hole.
Few know how well he gets off the floor, but the young man has dunked the basketball!
To top it off, he is deadly from the outside. Michigan assistant Charles Ramsey
recruited former EMU Eagle and current Denver Nugget Earl Boykins, so Michigan
won't overlook TaJuan if he can play. And this young man CAN play. He is already
hearing from all of the mid-majors and is starting to get high major looks.
GBW stories on Tajuan
Porter
Detroit
Renaissance Claims 2nd Straight PSL Crown
Marques Johnson PG
Ht: 6-5 Wt: 195
AAU Team: Blessed I.JN.
High School: R Nelson Snider HS (Fort Wayne, IN)
Excellent ballhandler and is a pass first shoot second point guard in the mold
of Jerret Smith. He's a well rounded offensive player with a nice shooting touch
and an ability to get to the basket. He has wowed scouts at times, but at others
he just doesn't seem aggressive enough on offense. Johnson is considered a 5
star player by the InsidersHoops.com and favors Louisville, Notre Dame and North
Carolina.
GBW stories on Marques
Johnson
Charlie
Weber Hoops Tourney (Part 2)
Spiece
Run N Slam Evals: Part 2
Tracy
Smith PF
Ht: 6-7 Wt: 220
AAU Team: Atlanta Celtics
High School: Mt. Zion Christian Academy (Durham, NC)
The other half of King’s freshmen 1-2 punch last year. Transferred down
to Mt.Zion last season. He’s a load in the paint…but the question
is, will he qualify?
K’len Morris 6-4 SF
AAU Team: Michigan Mustangs
High School: Grand Blanc HS (Grand Blanc, Mi)
Look for this young man to have a breakout year. Considered the #2 WF in Michigan
by Prep Spotlight
Class of
2007 Commits and Recruits
2007 Recruits
Alex Legion 6-4 SG
AAU Team: Michigan Hurricanes
High School: Detroit Country Day (Beverly Hills, Mi)
Another big time up-and-comer on the Hurricanes' roster.
Dameon Abrams 6-2 SG
AAU Team: The Family
High School: Northern HS (Pontiac, Mi)
Lester says that his little brother is better. If true,.. wow!
GBW stories on Dameon
Abram
Abram
Has Strong Effort in Loss
Devin Brennan-McBride 6-9 C
AAU Team: Waterloo Wildhawks
High School: London St. Thomas Aquinas
One of the top rated players in Canada, Devin has already been on visits to
Michigan, Michigan State, and Syracuse. Very good athlete (for his size) that
reminds me of Alexander Kaun. Plays a little too tentative at times.
GBW stories on Devin
Brennan-McBride
Charlie
Weber Hoops Tourney (Part 2)
Spiece Run N Slam
Evals: Part 1
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