D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 F 6'0 Summer Postell of Del Valle High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

VP of Girl's Basketball Operations

Texas Ambassadors Basketball

txambassadorsd1@yahoo.com

D-1 Nation caught up with 2011 W 6'0 Summer Postell of Del Valle High School for this segment of Real Talk
 
 
What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Texting, cooking, and hanging with friends
What’s your favorite subject in school?
Math
Who was the best player(s) you have ever played with?
Shanay Washington (Baylor)
Who’s your favorite WNBA Player?
Sophia Young
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Dwight Howard

2011 F 6'0 Summer Postell

Del Valle High School

Who will be your toughest match up in district play this year?

Akins High School

What are some goals you set for this year?

Make all-state & all-region teams again, win district, get at least to the regional tourney
If you won a million dollars what would you do with it?

Shop till I drop and do something to help with world hunger and poverty

Summewr has nice size with great athleticism. Very active on the boards and likes the mid-range shot. Summer will be a huge impact player for the cardinals this season, as they look to make it back to the dome.

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2012 W 5'11 I'Tiana Taylor of Pflugerville High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

VP of Basketball Operations (Girl's)

Texas Ambassadors Basketball

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D-1 nation caught up with 2012 W 5'11 I'Tiana Taylor of Pflugerville High School for this segment of Real Talk.

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Hang out with friends and go to the movies. I also like having family time
What’s your favorite subject in school?
My favorite subject is History
Who was the best player(s) you have ever played with?
Charlicia Harper (Cece)
Who’s your favorite WNBA Player?
Candace Parker
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Lebron James

2012 W 5'11 I'Tiana Taylor

Pflugerville High School

Mid to High D-1 Prospect with loads of potential

Who will be your toughest match up in district play this year?
Georgetown High School

What colleges are currently recruiting you?
UNLV, GEORGIA TECH, DePAUL, TCU, and GONZAGA are a few
If you won a million dollars what would you do with it?
I would buy my both of my parents brand new cars and get a house for my self and then split it with my auntie and uncles.

2012 W 5'11 I'Tiana Taylor continues to be an impressive player.Taylor is a nice prospect with adequate athleticism, size and length along with great shooting ability. In Taylor you got a versatile wing-forward that can put the ball on the floor, and also work you down in the post.

I'Tiana will be be a huge impact player for Coach Walling and the Pflugerville Panthers this season.

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 G 5'6 Jasmyn Booker of Pflugerville High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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D-1 Nation caught up with 2013 G 5'6 Jasmyn Booker for this segment of Real Talk

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Playing volleyball and hanging with freinds

What’s your favorite subject in school?
My favorite "class" this year is PALS, but my favorite subject is Physics..I have a great teacher
that really challenges us!


What music are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?
I have a lot of different music on my IPOD..but Lil Wayne is on before a game.


Who was the best player(s) you have ever played with?
The best player I've played with is Nneka Enemkpali

Who’s your favorite WNBA Player?
Diana Turasi
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Kobe Bryant

2011 G 5'6 Jasmyn Booker

Pflugerville High School

Who will be your toughest match up in district play this year?
Georgetown High


List some goals you've set for yourself this year?
Goals for this year in basketball are: improve penetration and tighten up my ball handling..would like to help my team reach the state playoffs!


If you won a million dollars what would you do with it?
TRAVEL..there are many places I want to see in this world. I would save enough to live on, donate to a charity that is close to my heart, and put some into starting my own advertising agency.

Jasmyn is a nice smooth point guard with a high basketball IQ. The 5'6 PG has great handles with the ability to get to the rim. Jasmyn has great range on her shot and will be a nice impact player for the Panthers this season. 

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 P 6'1 Shari Stewart of Pflugerville High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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D-1 Nation caught up with 2011 P 6'1 Shari Stewart for this segment of Real Talk

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Photography, I like taking pictures
What’s your favorite subject in school?
Science, mainly forensics
What music are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?
On my ipod I usually listen to anything and everything that gets me hyped
Who was the best player(s) you have ever played with?
The best players I've played with are Kali Jerrell and Nneka Enemkpali
Who’s your favorite WNBA Player?
Candace Parker
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Rajon Rondo

2011 P 6'1 Shari Stewart

Pflugerville High School

Pictured here with the D-1 Ambassadors Austin Elite 17u

Long and athletic. Good shot blocker and better than average finisher around the rim. Runs the court well.

Who will be your toughest match up in district play this year?
Georgetown High
List some goals you've set for yourself this year?
My goals are to be tougher, more confident, and be more of a threat
If you won a million dollars what would you do with it?
If I were to win a million dollars, I would buy my mom a new house, new car, and pay for my college education 

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 W 5'10 Kathryn Tolbert of Hendrickson High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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Contributing editor Joseph Dean caught up with 2011 W 5'10 Kathryn Tolbert of Hendrickson High School for this segment of D-1 Nation Real Talk.


What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Hanging out friends or relaxing my mind
What’s your favorite subject in school?
English
What music are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?
LiL Wayne
Who was the best player you have ever played with?
Brianna Bogard
Who’s your favorite WNBA Player?
Candace Parker
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Kobe Bryant

2011 W 5'10 Kathryn Tolbert

Hendrickson High School

Excellent range from the perimeter. Great slasher with the size and length to work the post.

Next level player with loads of potential

Kathryn playing above the rim

Who will be your toughest match up in district play this year?
Hutto
List some goals you've set for yourself this year?
Work hard in school and continue to develop my game
If you won a million dollars what would you do with it?
Got to Africa and help underprivileged communities
 

 

Kathryn pictured here with the D-1 Ambassadors this summer

Coaches needing additional information contact:
Joseph Dean
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D1 Ambassador 2011 PG Zaveral Jackson Commits To Murray State

With several weeks still to go before the early signing day on November 11th, the 10th member of the D1 Nation has committed to play Division 1 basketball out of our talented Class of 2011.  Congratulations to Zaveral Jackson & His Family of Hammond, Louisiana's St. Thomas Aquinas HS, shown below with the New Orleans D1 Ambassadors Elite.

Jackson, a 5'11" PG who is lightning quick, with "mad hops" has committed to play for Coach Bill Kennedy's powerhouse Murray State team which has been the class of the Ohio Valley Conference and a threat to bounce anyone on the National scene.

2011 PG Zaveral Jackson of St. Thomas Aquinas in Hammond, LA

My friend, Dave Telep of Scout.com calls the D1 Ambassadors the best organization in the country that doesn't rely on a shoe company sponsorship.  Who else has 10 verbal commits in the preamble to the NCAA's November early signing period?

I enjoyed watching Zaveral play this summer.  He really wowed a gym full of coaches at the Fab 48 in Las Vegas, dunking with abandon over much larger players several times in the event.  He's one of those kids that a couple of years from now is going to beat a power conference school and people will scratch their heads and say, "where'd he come from"?  The Answer: From the D1 Nation, and the talent rich City of New Orleans, Baby!-Coach Max Ivany



Dylan Cox of Cedar Park Commits to Army!

I received a text from Cedar Park combo guard & start wide receiver 2011 Dylan Cox a couple of hours ago, while I was taking a nap.  He's on his official visit to West Point, along with his father Kenny Cox and was excited to tell me the following:

"Hey coach, the visit is going amazing. This is the right place for me! so today I committed to play basketball for the United States Military Academy. Thank you for everything you've done for me! I'll make sure to represent the D1 Ambassadors up at West Point."

Below left with the Texas D1 Ambassadors.  Below right , finishing at the rim with Cedar Park.

For those of you who follow the D1 Nation you know that it was just yesterday that I featured Dylan Cox in our "Real Talk" sesction.  He's a great player and an even better person.  What an opportunity to serve his country, play basketball, get one of the best educations in the world & ultimately meet his goal of being an orthopedic surgeon.  Congratulations to Dylan & His Family.  They represented the Texas D1 Ambassadors from the time he was in the 7th grade.  He did it with hard work and class the whole time.

Dylan becomes the 9th commitment in the early period from the D1 Ambassadors organization.  In deciding to serve his country, he joins summer team mate and friend, Max Yon who committed to Air Force.

D! Nation Real Talk: 2011 W Adam Whitlock of Austin St. Michael's

The D1 Nation caught up with 2011 W Adam Whitlock of Austin St. Michael's who is currently visiting Marville University, a D2 in St. Louis, MO

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Playing the piano, video games, chilling with friends, freestyling, & Zombie Highway.

What's your favorite subject in school?

Math

Who are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?

L'il Wayne

Who's your favorite NBA player from Texas?

Chris Bosh

List some goals you've set for this year.

Earn a scholarship, get to the State Championship, & make All State.

What's the most memorable moment in your high school career?

Breaking Hill Country's single game scoring record my sophomore year.

2011 W Adam Whitlock of Austin St. Michael's

What's been your best "Sports Center" moment?

In the 8th grade I threw a 50 yard bomb into the end zone to win the championship as time expired.

What college or NBA player do you model your game after?

Stephen Curry

What colleges are recruiting you hardest?

Maryville University (MO) & John  Brown (AR)

List the top 6 players in Austin/San Antonio right now.

Deon Mitchell (Northern Iowa), Jalen Washington, Jonathan Holmes (Texas), Jake Kocher (Texas A&M-Corpus Christi), Eric McClellan & Dylan Cox.  Along with my hard work this coming season, I fully expect to be able to put my name on this list too!

If you won a $1,000,000 tomorrow, what would you do?

Invest half of it & save the rest.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Graduating from college and in the business world.

Whitlock is pure and simple, a shooter.  If I had to pick one guy to hit a long range, pressure shot it would be him.  At 6'3" he has a great basketball body. Needs to increase aggression and expand his efforts into improved rebounding and ballhandling. Very coachable, high academic player who could really blossom as he gets "meaner" between the lines.-Coach Max Ivany

D1 Nation Real Talk: 2012 F 6'9" Connor Lammert of San Antonio Churchill

The D1 Nation caught up with 2012 F 6'9" Connor Lammert of San Antonio Churchill for this edition of D1 Nation Real Talk.

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?
Hanging out with my friends, working out, & going to the lake/ranch.
What’s your favorite subject at school?
Math
Who are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?
Linkin Park, Kid Kudi, Eminem.
Who’s your favorite NBA player from Texas?
Chris Bosh.
List some goals you’ve set for this year.
Honor Roll, win district and make it to playoffs, getting into Pangos All-American Camp.
What’s the most memorable moment in your high school career?
Going 24-0 last year.

2012 F 6'9" Connor Lammert of San Antonio Churchill, shown with the Texas D1 Ambassadors

What’s been your best “Sports Center” moment?
Getting a tip dunk on another 6’9 player.
What college or NBA player do you model your game after?
Tim Duncan, Dirk Nowitzki
Who are the top 5 colleges recruiting you the hardest?
Texas Tech, Baylor, Oregon State, TCU, Davidson.
List the Top 6 players in Austin/San Antonio right now.
Jonathan Holmes, Tre Demps, Max Yon, Anthony Walker, Darius Hamilton, & Scott Mammel.
If you won a $1,000,000 what would you do with it?
Donate a quarter of it, buy a house a car and save the rest.
Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?
In college playing basketball.

Having just turned 16 in August, Lammert could easily be a sophomore as opposed to his advanced standing as a young junior.  This makes his potential all the more dramatic as he's on the way to being a sure fire 7 footer.  He is NOT a post and doesn't belong on the blocks.  He's aptly described his game in the vein of Dirk Nowitzki.  He runs the floor extremely well, has a nice face up game (including the three point shot), can put the ball on the floor adequately & was the only Austin/San Antonio area player who attended the prestigious Pangos Camp in Los Angeles last June.  A hairline fracture to his vertebrae suffered out in California shelved young Lammert for the rest of the summer.  He is now fully recovered. I've coached a lot of  great young bigs over the years & Lammert shows the potential to be right there with any of them including McDonald's All American John Henson of North Carolina. (And if that's not good enough for you, he's also an Eagle Scout!)-Coach Max Ivany

D1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 G 6'4" Dylan Cox of Cedar Park

Today the D1 Nation caught up with 2011 G Dylan Cox of Cedar Park for this edition of Real Talk, as he waited for his flight from Austin, TX to New York.  He's headed to West Point today on his official visit to Army.

What kind of hobbies/interests do you have outside of basketball?

Ping pong, washers, XBox, hanging with my brothers & chilling with my girlfriend.

What's your favorite subject in school?

I love science.  My favorite right now is medical microbiology.

What are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?

Drake or Bassnectar

What are some of your goals for this year?

To sign a D1 scholarship, to win a State Championship in football/basketball & keep my GPA over 3.6.

2011 G Dylan Cox of Cedar Park, shown below with the Texas D1 Ambassadors

What's your favorite high school memory?
Cutting down the nets last year, for Cedar Park's first District Championship in it's basketball history.
What's your favorite "Sports Center" moment?
In last year's playoff game, down three with 3 seconds left, I took the rock coast to coast & drilled a three pointer to tie the game and send it into double overtime.
Which college or NBA player do you model your game after?
I really don't model my game after any particular player. I play similar to Jon Scheyer (Duke).
Which schools are recruiting you hardest?
West Point (Army), Stephen F. Austin, Sam Houston State, Davidson & Arkansas-Little Rock.
Who do you think are the top 6 players in San Antonio/Austin right now?
Max Yon, Josiah Monroe, Jordan Roach, Deon Mitchell, Dylan Elias & Myself.
What would you do if you won a $1,000,000 tomorrow?
I'd put most of it away for my family's future & would use some to help the needy.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I see myself getting accepted into medical school where I can pursue my dream of becoming an orthopedic surgeon.

Cox is the most versatile player in the Austin/San Antonio area.  He runs the point for his high school team, and with the Texas D1 Ambassadors he played the 2/3. Cox competes hard, defends extremely well, can shoot it and has a quick burst in his first step.  He's an All State candidate at wide receiver on the gridiron too!  Cox has impeccable character, I've known his family for years. He's a steal for Army, if he pulls the trigger.  (Hard to turn down free medical school too).

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2015 G 5'4 Japreece Dean of Dailey Middle School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

txambassadorsd1@yahoo.com

D-1 Nation caught up with 2015 G 5'4 Japreece Dean for this segment of Real Talk.



What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Spending time with my family & talking to my friends
What's your favorite subject(S) at school?
Math 
What music are you listening to before a game?
R&B or Rap

2015 G 5'4 Japreece Dean

Dailey Middle School

 

Dean getting up for  rebound

 
 

  Pictured with two of her summer teammates

 2014 G 5'3 Sarai Rodriquez &  2014 G 5'5 Tiffany Fowler

 
 
 
Who's your favorite WNBA player?

Candace Parker
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Dwayne Wade
List some goals you've set for this year?
Pass all my classes with A's
Who do you think will be your toughest match up this year?
Hutto MS

Japreece has excellent range on her shot & really can get a team out and running. Her court vision is superior. Dean is academically sound and has a great future in the game of basketball. While under the watchful eye of a few D-1 schools Dean will continually develop as a player and should be a major prospect in the class of 2015.

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 G 5'5 Tashanique Jones of LBJ High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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D-1 Nation caught up with Tashanique Jones of LBJ High School for this segment of Real Talk.

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Spending time with my family
What's your favorite subject(S) at school?
Math & Science
What music are you listening to before a game?
R&B or Rap

2011 G 5'5 Tashanique Jones

LBJ High School



Who's your favorite WNBA player?
Candace Parker
Who's your favorite NBA player?
Lebron James
List some goals you've set for this year?
Only goal is to win state

Who do you think will be your toughest match up in district this year?

Travis High School

D1 Nation Real Talk: 2012 PG Michael Hardge of Georgetown

The D1 nation caught up with 2012 PG Michael Hardge of Georgetown for this edition of D1 Nation Real Talk

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?

Football, working out & eating buffets.

What is your favorite subject at school?

U.S. History

What music are you listening to on your IPOD before a game?

Rick Ross & Slim Thug

Who's your favorite NBA player from Texas?

Chris Bosh

List some goals you've set for yourself this year.

All State recognition & All District Defensive Player of the Year.

What's the most memorable moment of your high school career?

When I scored 32 points vs Pflugerville Connally as a freshman on varsity.

2012 G Michael Hardge (shown below at Max Ivany's All American Prodigy Camp)

What college or NBA player do you model your game after?

LeBron James

Who are the top programs who are recruiting you hardest?

Texas State (offer) & Missouri State

If you won a $1,000,000 what would you do with it?

Build a rec center & buy a lot of food.

Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

Graduating from college and maybe going pro in football or basketball.

Hardge is a scoring PG with superior quickness and the ability to get to the hole at will.  Has started on varsity as since his freshman year and will own all Georgetown scoring records when he's done.  He'll get in your butt on defense, which is rare for a young player.  His shot is adequate but improving. Once defenses have to respect him as a shooter his stock will rise even more.  Has one offer under his belt from Texas State.  There'll be plenty more to come.-Coach Max Ivany

D-1 Nation Coaches Corner: Coach Jane Martin of Akins High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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D-1 Nation contributing editor Joseph Dean caught up with Coach Jane Martin for this segment of coaches corner.


Whats your alma mater?
University of Texas
How Long have you been coaching basketball?
12 Years
What Inspired you to become a coach?
Being able to help with the development of today's youth. I have a very high passion for the game 
Who will be your toughest opponent(s) this year?
Del Valle or Westlake
What are some of your key goals for this season?
Have my team playing with more consistency. Winning district

Jane Martin

Head Coach of Akins High School (Girls)

What is the most difficult aspect of coaching basketball?
Dealing with players emotions and all the things that happen off the court
Give you definition of a good coach?
Knowing the game and your players. Being a leader and mentor for athletes on and off the court
Who is your favorite college coach?
Pat Summitt with the University of Tennessee

I have had the privilege of watching coach Martin in action. Jane believes in student athletes working hard on and off the court. She continues to be a great asset for the Austin community and the students of Akins High School. Coach I wish you the best this season, and look forward to watching you guys play.

D1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 F 6'7" Malcolm McDonald of Killeen Shoemaker

The D1 Nation caught up with 2011 F 6'7" Malcolm McDonald (below) of Killeen Shoemaker for this edition of Real Talk.

What are some of your hobbies outide of basketball?

Fishing

What's your favorite subject at school?

Science

What's on your IPOD before a game?

L'il Wayne

Who's your favorite NBA player from Texas?

Chris Bosh

List some goals you've set for this year.

Get A's in the classroom and go to the playoffs.

20111 F 6'7" Malcolm McDonald of Killeen Shoemaker

What college or NBA player do you model your game after?

Kevin Durant

List the top 6 players in the Austin/San Antonio area right now?

Deon Mitchell (Northern Iowa), Devonte Brown (Indiana State),

If you won a $1,000,000 what would you do with it?

Buy my mom a house

Where do you see yourself 5 years from now?

Graduating from college.

McDonald has loads of potential.  He is long and has a nice touch down low.  He also is skilled enough to shoot from the perimeter.  He tends to migrate away from the paint a little too much.  If he puts on 20 lbs he can be an extremely tough down low with his athleticism and cause mismatches as he pulls other traditional "four men" away from the goal.  Definitely a D1 player waiting for the right opportunity.

Class of 2013 Player Watch: Kiara Etheridge (Marble Falls) & Carly Truesdale (San Antonio Churchill)

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

txambassadorsd1@yahoo.com

2013 W 6'0 Kiara Etheridge will be an exciting player to watch this season. The young sophomore who is the daughter of Marble Falls (Boys) Head Coach Bruce Etheridge has excellent skills with great athleticism. Kiara has excellent ball handling skills with the ability to take you off the bounce. The versitile wing/forward has good range on her shot, and continues to work at extending her range. Kiara will be a major player for Marble Falls as the 2010 season gets underway.

2013 W 6'0 Kiara Etheridge

Marble Falls High School

Kiara Pictured here with the D-1 Ambassadors

April 2010 Indiana 

2013 G 5'10 Carly Truesdale is a high quality player that competes on a very high level. With her size and ability to handle the basketball she becomes a tough match up for most defenders. Carly has excellent ball handling, passing, and shooting skills with great moves to take you off the bounce. The first team All District freshman help San Antonio Churchill to a 21-14 season, taking third place in District 26-5A.

2013 W 5'10 Carly Truesdale

San Antonio Churchill High School

D-1 recruiters are already on the hunt for young talent. In addition to being two of the Lone Star State's brightest 2013 stars, Kiara & Carly has the upside to emerge as  high major national prospects in the class of 2013.

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2015 G 5'4 Lexi Evans of O'Henry Miidle School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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D-1 Nation contributing editor Joseph Dean caught up with 2015 G 5'4 Lexi Evans of O'Henry Middle School for this segment of Real Talk.


What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?
Volleyball & Track
What's your favorite subject at school?
Math
What music are you listening to before a game?
R&B or Rap/ Drake or Lil Wayne
What college would you like to attend?
Texas, Tennessee

2015 G 5'4 Lexi Evans

O'Henry Middle School

Who's your favorite WNBA player from Texas?

Edwina Brown

Who is your favorite NBA player?

Dwayne Wade

List some goals you've set for this year?

Pass all my classes & win AISD tournament

Who do you think will be your toughest match up this year?

Murchison Middle School

Good luck this season

D-1 Nation Real Talk: 2011 F 5'11 Monique Mc Elveen of Del Valle High

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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D-1 Nation contributing editor  Joseph Dean caught up with 2011 F 5'11 Monique Mc Elveen of Del Valle High for this segment of Real Talk.

What are some of your hobbies outside of basketball?
Volleyball, reading, and helping others
What's your favorite subject at school?
Math
What music are you listening to before a game?
R&B or Rap
What college would you like to attend?
A school that offers a high quality Nursing program

2011 F 5'11Monique Mc Elveen

Del Valle High School

Who's your favorite WNBA player from Texas?

Sophia Young
Who is your favorite NBA player?
Kobe Bryant
List some goals you've set for this year?
Win district, work hard on cardio, be a leader on my team
What's the most memorable moment in your high school career?
Being out due to injury
Who do you think will be your toughest match up in district play?
Akins High School

Monique pictured here with the D-1 Ambassadors

Monique played with our flagship group this summer, and played an excellent tourney out in California this summer with tons of coaches on hand. Moe has great footwork around the basket, and dominates the boards. She was a huge impact player for Coach Angel and the cardinals last year, as they it all the way to the dome to compete for a 4A state championship. Look for Monique to be a huge impact player & leader for the cardinals this upcoming season.

2014 G 5'7 Taliyah Brooks of Pflugerville High School

Contributing Editor:

Joseph Dean

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2014 G 5'7 Taliyah Brooks continues to be a major player for the Panthers JV squad. Brooks has great shooting, passing, and ball handling skills with a load of athleticism. Pflugerville, who is always loaded with talent year after year will look forward to the smooth PG moving into the Varsity ranks soon. Taliyah moves very well without the ball and works hard on both ends of the floor. One of the things that impresses me the most is her ability to get into the lane, and create contact. Brooks also has a nice mid range shot, and dont mind shooting it from deep. Look for Taliyah to be a major impact player for the P Ville Panthers this season.

2013 G 5'7 Taliyah Brooks

Pflugerville High School

Nice prospect in the class of 2013

  
Good luck this season

D1 Nation All American Prodigy Camp: Best of the Rest

Listed below in alphabetical order are the Best of the Rest @ the October 2nd Fall All American Prodigy Camp held at Concordia University:

Left: 2014 Edward Adams of Schertz Clemons

Adams showed great balance & a nice pull up jumper for a freshman.
Right: 2015 P C.J. Bobbitt of Killeen Harker Heights
The son of Harker Height Coach Celnique Bobbitt showed nice skill and range on his shot for a young big man.  he had a great first half of camp before cramps shut him down.

Left: 2015 Demarius Cress of Killeen
Young Cress is a smooth operator with the rock, and is not afraid to mix it up with older players.
Right: 2013 Zeke Horton of Fort Wort Worth Boswell
Boswell may need to tighten up his decision making with his shot, BUT you cannot fault his work ethic and desire to compete.  He gives 100% at all times, crashing around the court.

2013 Dylan Larson of New Braunfels
Larson is a gritty, get it done combo guard.  Has nice court awareness and is not afraid to take it to the goal.
2011 Josh Moore of Doyline (LA)
Patterson was clearly one of the more athletic guys at camp.  Good skill set, but needs to rev that motor on a regular basis.

Left: 2013 Tyler Pate of Port Aransas
Pate had a pretty jumper, competed hard and showed nice promise.
Right: 2012 Zachary Rosanova of Austin Waldorf
Rosanova tested out as being super quick.  He's still acquiring basketball skills, but he will bang with anybody.  He often outrebounded bigger players.


Left: 2013 G Collin Tubbs of Dripping Springs
Simple and to the point.  Tubbs is one of the best shooters in the Austin area.
Right: 2011 Adam Whitlock of Austin St. Michael's
Good grades, nice basketball body & a sweet perimeter shot makes Whitlock an attractive college level candidate.  Must continue to become less one dimensional and get to the hole.


2015 Kevin Owens of Cedar Park
Young Owens continues to work hard on his game and develop.  He'll be one of the better face up bigs in the Austin area when all is said and done.
2015 Martin Shaquir of Killeen Ellison
Shaquir is a true diamond in the rough.  He's long, and loves to compete against older players.  He's going to get his share of rebounds.  You can write that down, in ink!


I want to thank all the players who attended.  Please remember that these evaluations are a SNAPSHOT of your efforts over the weekend at camp.  If you've received an accolade, keep working hard.  If you didn't then keep working hard to and make me stand up and take notice!  Until next time....Coach Max Ivany