Author: paul

Flint Beecher is just rolling right now, and it shouldn’t be surprising news.  For a class C school they may have had the toughest schedule in the state, and that schedule filled with class A teams has once again prepared Beecher for March.   In the district semis Beecher steam rolled a solid Burton Atherton team 98-65. Most of Beecher’s great play as of late has to be credited to All-Stater Malik Ellison.   The unsigned senior point guard has been on a mission as of late, going back to his 63 point game just over a week ago.  He had 30 points and 5 assist Monday in the opening round of districts, to go with 32 points, 8 assist, and 5 steals last night….all while facing double teams as soon as he touches the ball.  It is Ellison’s fourth straight game of 30+ points, 5+ assist, and 5+ steals. Ellison attacks the basket fearlessly and has a very quick release, making him very hard to guard.  He has the vision to find the open teammate and just goes so hard on the court.  Some question Ellison because of his height at 5-9 but he more than makes up for it in other areas.  I have seen him plenty this year and he has shown game after game that he is as good as any player in the state right now. ...

With over 30 players in attendance from the 2019 class here is your Nike Showcase Underclassmen MVP, First-Team, and Second-Team.   MVP: Julian Dozier, U of D Jesuit With a very good group of players from the 2019 class, especially at the point guard position- Dozier stood out above the rest. Throughout the day he showcased why he already holds a handful of D-1 offers. He was dominate on both ends of the floor and was as smooth as can be in transition. Fellow campers quickly learned to always be prepared for the pass when teamed up with Dozier. In games Dozier made highlight assist after assist…then he would go into his own scoring mode. If you’re a fan of basketball then you’ll love Dozier’s approach to the game. Showed all the traits to be one of the state’s elite players- skilled, tough, always in control.   1st Team Brian Booker, Heritage 6-0 lead guard has transferred into class A Heritage after having a successful freshman campaign at Class B Carrollton. After his performance at camp he looks more than ready to take on the Saginaw Valley League. He showed in both games and drills the ability to score from all 3 levels. Has a very polished midrange game, great on-ball defender. In games excelled in pick-and-roll situations, always making the right decision. Cade Coleman, Davison Of all the...