Kentucky Wildcats fans have a lot to be excited about in the present, as they're taking on their hated rival Louisville in the 2012 Final Four, but last night's McDonald's All-American Game also might have made UK fans think about the future for a bit. Usually, you don't think about next year's recruiting class until the season is over. However, the way incoming UK freshmen … [Read more...] about Future Kentucky Wildcats Goodwin, Poythress dominate McDonald’s All-American game
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Muhammad Leads West To McDonald’s All-American Game Win
Sure, the McDonald's All-American game is an exhibition; the outcome serving as a backstory to the talent on the court. But when the West team's 25-point lead was cut to four in the final minutes, it became imperative to earn a win. "We're talking about the 24 best players in the country, not just 12 (on the West team)," said Gordy Kerkman, head coach of the … [Read more...] about Muhammad Leads West To McDonald’s All-American Game Win
2012 McDonald’s All-American Game coaches named
The McDonald’s All American Games announced its four prep coaches who will lead their squads in the 2012 McDonald’s All American Games on Wednesday, March 28 at the United Center in Chicago, Ill. Gordon Kerkman of Aurora West High School in Aurora, Ill. will lead the Boys West and Billy Hicks of Scott County High School in Georgetown, Ky. will serve as head coach of the … [Read more...] about 2012 McDonald’s All-American Game coaches named
McDonald’s All-American Game Recap: East 111, West 96
The most historical aspect of tonight's McDonald's All-American game was the attendance, 19,909; highest in the all-star series history. The East All-Stars triumphed 111-96. This is the first time a squad failed to hit the C-note since the 2006 East team scored 94 in San Diego. The East was led by game co-MVP James McAdoo, a North Carolina recruit, and one of the top rated … [Read more...] about McDonald’s All-American Game Recap: East 111, West 96
McDonald’s All-American Game Tonight Features Nation’s Best Prospects
Kobe. Jordan. Dwight Howard. Derrick Rose. Before they went on to NBA greatness, they all played in it, the nation's premier high school all-star game. Tonight, the United Center- home of the Chicago Bulls will host the 2011 McDonald's All-American Game. The Michael Jordan statue outside the UC is adorned with MJ's jersey from his appearance in the 1981 game. What should you … [Read more...] about McDonald’s All-American Game Tonight Features Nation’s Best Prospects
#2 National Recruit, Kentucky’s Anthony Davis Put up Quadruple Double
McDonald’s announced four male and four female finalists today for the Morgan Wootten Player of the Year Award. The annual award, named after DeMatha High School coaching legend Morgan Wootten, recognizes the nation’s top boys and girls high school senior student-athletes. In addition to their skills on the court, the winners must demonstrate outstanding character and exhibit … [Read more...] about #2 National Recruit, Kentucky’s Anthony Davis Put up Quadruple Double
Bulls Take Over 1st in East, Celtics Doc Rivers Shows Great Respect
It was a day of mixed results for Glenn “Doc” Rivers, the Head Coach of the Boston Celtics. The Chicago native returned home to be with (and congratulate) his son Austin Rivers, as he was named winner of the 2011 Morgan Wootten Player of the Year Award today for his accomplishments on and off the court. He is after all, the #1 college basketball recruit in the nation (headed … [Read more...] about Bulls Take Over 1st in East, Celtics Doc Rivers Shows Great Respect
Duke Recruit Austin Rivers Takes Home National Player of the Year Award
Austin Rivers, the #1 college basketball recruit in the nation (headed to Duke) was named winner of the 2011 Morgan Wootten Player of the Year Award today for his accomplishments on and off the court. Rivers, the 6-3, 200 lb. prep star from Winter Park High School in Winter Park, Fla. has been selected as first-team All-State since his freshman year. Rivers is the son of … [Read more...] about Duke Recruit Austin Rivers Takes Home National Player of the Year Award
Kentucky Wildcats Super-Recruit Posted a Quadruple Double
A year or so ago, Kentucky Wildcats recruit and McDonald's All-American Anthony Davis wasn't on anyone's short list of blue-chip college basketball prospects. But after growing seven inches in a year, he now finds himself the #2 overall recruit in the nation (Duke commit Austin Rivers is #1) today. I caught up to him Tuesday night; right before he had the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Kentucky Wildcats Super-Recruit Posted a Quadruple Double
Branden Dawson Latest Michigan State Blue Chip Recruit
This hasn't been an ideal college basketball season in East Lansing, Michigan. In fact, it's been nightmarish as the Spartans find themselves barely hanging on for a NCAA Tournament berth. Their meeting with the Illini on Saturday might be a "play-out game" for the big dance. But now's not the time for MSU gloom and doom. Instead let's look ahead, to next year and another … [Read more...] about Branden Dawson Latest Michigan State Blue Chip Recruit