Spiece Run n Slam: Recap 3

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

5/9/13

Much can be said about Michigan's 2015 class as well as nationally known players in Michigan's 2016 class such as Josh Jackson and Cassius Winston and that's a great thing.  But it doesn't stop there as the Bill Hensley Memorial Run n Slam allowed a great look at others in younger classes.  (Read More)

Spiece Run n Slam: Recap 2

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

5/7/13

The Bill Hensley Memorial Run n Slam recap continues with players from Alabama, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.  (Read More)

Spiece Run n Slam: Recap 1

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

5/6/13

This past weekend's Bill Hensley Memorial Run n Slam tournament in Ft. Wayne, IN. brought together an immense amount of Midwest talent and beyond.  Here is the first look of players from last weekend's trip:  (Read More)

Spiece Preview: 2013

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

5/3/13

The Bill Hensley Memorial Run 'n Slam Classic in Ft. Wayne, IN. starts Friday at 7pm and is the Mecca of Midwest Basketball tournaments (certified or not); especially for those guys that do that ranking thing.  (Read More)

adidas Spring Classic: Juniors in Indy

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/30/13

The final session of the spring certified period ended this past weekend and many players helped their recruiting cause with solid team and individual performances. (Read More)

Players Stepping up in Hoosier Jam Fest

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/22/13

A full day of hoops at the Hoosier Jam Fest in Indianapolis presented the opportunity for both players and college coaches.  Players  showcased their abilities and coaches sat courtside with their college logos easily recognizeable.  A win-win situation that can make winners out of young men and winners out of the coaches that recruite them.  The weekend had a number of players that gained ground in the recruiting world.  (Read More)

Michigan Classic: Game 2 Results

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/17/13

Many of the state's best players gathered on Sunday night for a salute to the fans that have been watching them over the last four years.  Team Michigan defeated Team Detroit in overtime, 113-112.  (Read More)

Michigan Classic: Game 1 Results

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/16/13

A collection of many of Michigan's and Canada's top players from the 2013 class met on Sunday.  Here are the results from the 5pm game:  (Read More)

Michigan Invitational: Results

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/16/13

A great weekend of hoops concluded with four championships and solid competition readying teams for the upcoming certified events.  (Read More)

Swish n Dish 2015 Standouts

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/11/13

NY2LA's Swish n Dish boasted many of the Midwest's best 2015 players and many will soon be creating a buzz now and over the next few months.  (Read More)

Swish n Dish Standouts

4/8/13

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

NY2LA's Swish 'n' Dish tournament allows teams to prepare for the upcoming certified weekends and with teams throughout the Midwest attending plenty of players were able to get a leg up on their recruiting.  (Read More)

Michigan High School Playoff Review

3/28/13

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

With the completion of Michigan's 2012-'13 High School Basketball season, we saw two repeat champions, the state's top program over the last 20+ years, and an elusive championship finally captured.  (Read more)

Final Fours are Set

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

3/20/13

Down to the wire quarterfinal games were the norm Tuesday night as Class A, B, C, and D teams competed for the opportunity to continue down the path to a state championship.  Thursday's games at the Breslin Center in E. Lansing will feature Class C and D semi-finals while A and B will compete on Friday with four championship games on Saturday.  Here's the schedule MHSAA Link

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Regional finals throughout the state fulfilled the spirit of “March Madness” high school style.  Wednesday night’s overtime thrillers, comebacks, and last second shots build upon the legend of playoff basketball substantiated lofted claims of this year’s graduating class as well as giving life to the class of 2014 that fantastic play will continue.  (Read More)

Sixteen and One Unsigned Seniors to See Sooner than Later

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/26/13

Michigan's regular season is coming to a close and with the playoffs around the corner any senior's season can end before the first week of March is over.  That being said here's a look at players who are must see in the next two weeks:  This piece was made available to college coaches last week, a link posted on Twitter a few days later, and is now available for readers of IPS Basketball.  Subtract one player from this list as Cass' Deandre Johnson committed to Florida Atlantic last night.  Expect the rest to make decisions for next year in the next month and a half.  (Read More)

Michigan’s Games of the Week, February 18-23

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/17/13

The countdown to the state playoffs is two weeks away and there are still a lot of games to see across the state.  Here are this week’s high profile games:  (Read More)

Thanks!

In my opinion, a coach wants to not only see his players excell but his coaches, coaches' players, family, and people in general succeed!  Detroit Consortium's Head Coach Al Anderson recently labeled one of his players "Special" in describing his all-around ability but in general we all have the ablility to be "Special" in one form or another.  Such an inspiring word to help the achievement of the next person, not only the ones that you and I know but all mankind.  Over the years, Coach Al built inspirational relationships with people across the landscape and helped many people achieve their potential; give a reason to aspire rather than wither.  Those who know him, wanted to know him, or wish to know of his dedication should embrace the spirit of helping to aspire those around us better people whether it's saying "hello" to a stranger, opening a door, supporting those we know and don't know, or lending a hand in thoughtful gesture for life ups and downs.  We all have troubles and some are hidden better than others but we all need a helping hand as we journey through life.  Life is about being "Special" as a person and something that we are all capable of attaining.  We should all strive to be "Special".  Let the word "Special" be a model of how we better eachother as it only helps the world in a daily turn for humanity.  In my eyes, that's how Father, Brother, Son, Friend, Life's Teammate, and Coach Al would want us all to be a Winner.

In rememberance,

TJ Kelley

Can't Go Wrong Saturday

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/15/13

High school hoops in Southeast Michigan has been filled with talent this season and this Saturday fans will have decisions to make as great games flood the day's schedule.  The schedule was already stacked but with Tuesday's weather, games across the state were cancelled.  One of those cancelled games was amongst two of the state's best...(Read More)

Jackson is Nation’s Top Freshman Guard

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/12/13

Potential, production, 6’6”, point guard, shooting guard, small forward, athleticism, tough, rebounding, off-balance, mid-range, perimeter…the list of words and phrases can go on and on when discussing the nation’s top freshman guard, Josh Jackson.  (Read More)

Michigan's Must See Games: February 11-16

Inside Prep Sports/BY TJ Kelley

2/11/13

As the high school season enters its final week, the finals of the 
Detroit Public Schools, Catholic League Playoffs, KLAA Playoffs, 
and a slew of other quality games fill the week.  (Read More)

PSL Semis Set

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/9/13

The semi-finals of the the Detroit Public Schools' "Big D" tournament were set after Friday night's games where the top three seeds in the DPS East along with the top seed in the West came through with wins.  Some, victories were easier than others.  (Read More)

Unsigned Seniors Playing Well

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/8/13

With a little more than a month and a half left in the high school and prep school seasons, a number of unsigned seniors have seen their recruiting stock rise.  Here's a look at seven who are bound to sign division one letters of intent when April rolls around.  (Read More)

Special K

By TJ Kelley

2/5/13

Undefeated season, #1 in Michigan, top 25 in the nation, defeater of Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy, Detroit Southeastern, Detroit Consortium, Flint Beecher, and Romulus…Pershing 15-0.  (Read More)

Michigan’s Games of the Week: 2/4-2/9

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley 

2/4/13

A solid group of games tip off this week as Detroit's Public School's "Big D" playoffs start on Tuesday, Romulus has another big game on the road, an I-75 battle, Ann Arbor's rivalry games, and Southfield Christian looks to avenge a loss.  (Read More)

Romulus Heats Up Winter's Road

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

2/1/13

In a battle between two of Michigan’s more prominent teams and for the fourth year in a row, Romulus got the better of Detroit Country Day and this year there was no 1972 Olympic give them another chance to win feel or three charges called against then senior Ray McCallum, jr.  Simply said, Romulus went on the road and took care of business with balanced a steady scoring attack and pesky defense that troubled the Country Day guards.  (Read More)

Michigan's Games to See: 1/28-2/2

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

1/28/13

A solid set up of games sets the tone for this season's home stretch.  The PSL playoffs start on Thursday and the schedule should be available by Wednesday.  (Read More)

Martin Luther King, jr Weekend Events

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Michigan’s Class of 2014

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

1/17/13

Michigan’s class of 2014 is an amoeba of sorts as far as the consistency and all-around play of each player is still working out the kinks.   Here are the top ten player's in the class with no Drake Harris who only plans to play football in college:  (Read More)

Waterford Mott Wins Big on Road

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

1/16/13

Waterford Mott stormed into Walled Lake Western Tuesday night as what some might perceive as the underdog role but there was no doubt minutes into the game that prognosticators are often wrong.  Quincy Norman played a huge roll throughout the game but it was an eleven point first quarter which set the tone.  (Read More)

Inside Prep Sports' Winter Breakout

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

1/15/13

Concordia University's facility was excellent for the inaugural Winter Breakout hosted by Inside Prep Sports and sponsored by Money Ball Sportswear.  A day of competition surrounded the five game event which was capped by down to the wire thriller between Detroit Osborn and Taylor Truman.  (Read More)

Michigan Games to See: January 8-12

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

1/8/13

Teams are getting into the teeth of their schedule and there are a few great rivalry games with the week ending with the Winter Breakout which features five games at Concordia University in Ann Arbor, MI.  (Read More)

December to Remember

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

1/4/13

A busy season opening month for Inside Prep Sports, over 50 games were watched as teams and players from across the lower peninsula stood out.  Dearborn Heights Robichaud's Lorenzo Bonam was the talk of the state through the first couple weeks of the season.  Walled Lake Western's Miroslav Jaksic (pictured) made a believer of fans and coaches as he played very well at the Motor City Roundball Classic.  The state's leading Mr. Basketball candidates, Flint Beecher's Monte Morris, Harper Woods Chandler Park's Derrick Walton, and Rochester's James Young put up big numbers.  The junior guards did well for themselves as many had outstanding games and aren't quietly playing second fiddle to the strongest group of guards the state since their parents were in high school.  (Read More)

Michigan Games to See: December 17-22

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/17/12

The Detroit Public School League games start this Tuesday and there are plenty of rival games as well as Showcases in Romulus and Grand Rapids to cap the week on Saturday.  (See Schedules)

Battle of the Best: Recap

More Walton and Young, Unsigned Seniors

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/17/12

In some instances the Battle of the Best was summary of how much talent is in the Metro-Detroit and Lansing area as well as a preview of what the nation can look forward to in the coming years.  Southfield, Cass Tech, Romulus, Harper Woods Chandler Park, and Pershing earned victories but in most instances it was the players who showed up to excite Southfield High's packed gym.  (Read more)

Quick Hitters: Week 2

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/17/12

This past weekend's duel between Chandler Park's Derrick Walton and Rochester's James Young had its ups and downs but at the end of the day fans left satisfied and either a Walton or Young fan.  Walton scored 19 with five assists, four rebounds, four steals, and the W.  Young scored 23 while grabbing 23 rebounds and four assists.  (Read More)

Juniors Shine in Double OT Thriller

Turner leads with 35

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/16/12

Friday night's highlight game featuring Grand Rapids Christian and Warren De La Salle didn't disappoint as top ten pre-season Class A teams, future college players including two of the state's top five players in Michigan's 2014 class, and state champion coaches wowed a standing room only crowd.  (Read more)

Wyandotte's Stewart Shines

Jaksic and Duke, Frosh Guards

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/14/12

Home turf, senior captain, a stand out athlete, 90s Dance Mix Tapes, and a ruckus cheering section.  Yep, Wyandotte was the place to be on Thursday night as top five Class A team, Ypsilanti, visited Thursday night and everything but the final score could have easily been predicted leading up to the tip.  (Read More)

Michigan's Games of the Week: December 10-15

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/11/12

Week 2 follows up a phenomenal start to the season as games throughout the state should pack gyms capped by great games on Saturday.  (Read More)

Week 1: Quick Hitters

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/10/12

Monday marked the start of Michigan's 2012-'13 season and it didn't take long for the buzz of upsets, close games, and top players to emerge.  Here's a look at the standouts from games Inside Prep Sports took in this past week.  (Read More)

Michigan's Top Games: Week 1

December 3-8, 2012

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/3/12

Michigan's boys high school basketball season officially starts today and while this upcoming Saturday is packed with showcases and great games across the state, there are also solid games leading up to the Showcases in the Detroit Metro Area.  Read more

Romulus Scrimmage: Quick Hitters

James Young Carries the Load

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

12/2/12

With Michigan's high school basketball season days away, Romulus held it's annual preseason scrimmage.  Amongst the 17 teams were the Class A and D favorites as well as many of the state's top players.  (read more)

National Prep Showcase: Player Recap

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

11/29/12

Cudos to National Prep Showcase organizer Adam Finkelstein as he once again brought together many of the nation's top prep school in what has become the season's premier tip-off event.  While there are many high major players such as Louisville commit, Terry Rozier, and Memphis commit, Kuran Iverson, here's a look at unsigned seniors and an uncommitted junior.  (Read More)

Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills' Preseason Scrimmage/Saturday, December 1, 2012 @ Ottawa Hills High School

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

11/29/12

Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills hosts its annual perseason scrimmage Saturday morning from 9am-5pm featuring varsity and junior varisty teams from across the lower half of Michigan.  Click here for the schedule:

Romulus' Preseason Scrimmage/Saturday, December 1, 2012 @ Romulus High School

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

11/28/12

This Saturday, Romulus hosts its annual preseason scrimmage starting at 8am and many of the state's top teams as well as up and coming teams will be on hand.  Here's the schedule:

Guards Dominate Thanksgiving Showcases

Sexton Forwards Adjust; Consortium Duo Leads; Detroit Returns?

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

11/25/12

Excitement, anticipation, basketball junkies reuniting, and season prognostications buzzed throughout Michigan gyms as Lansing Eastern held it’s annual Thanksgiving Scrimmage Saturday Belleville hosted an eight-team scrimmage on Friday.  In total Inside Prep Sports watched 28 teams, plenty of talent from the 2013-2016 classes, and grasped a feel for Michigan’s upcoming 2012-’13 season.  Read more...

Michigan’s Top 35 in 2013

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

11/2/12

With the start of the Michigan high school season just over a month away, here are the top players in the state's 2013 class.  With little change amongst the top players over the past six months, there should be no surprise that Kentucky bound James Young is the top player in the class and he will more than likely be a McDonald's All-American.  Future Wolverine Derrick Walton had a great summer and holds the number two spot.  Missouri commit Wes Clark was overlooked even from the nine spot six months ago and is the number three player in this guard heavy class.  Vince Hunter (pictured) is the top unsigned senior in the state and like Clark moved up seven spots to number four after continuing  to wow coaches over the spring and summer.  See the rest of the list...click here

Inside Prep Sports' Fall Showcase: Small forwards, Wings, and Guards from 2015

9/19/12

Inside Prep Sports/By Corey McKendry and TJ Kelley

While it's easy to notice the height from the class of 2015 at the Inside Prep Sports' Fall Showcase, a solid balance of production and potential came from many of the top guards in Michigan, Canada, and Ohio. (Read More)

IPS' Fall Showcase: 2015 Centers and Power Forwards

9/18/12

Inside Prep Sports/By Corey McKendry and TJ Kelley

The 7th annuall Inside Prep Sports' Fall Showcase featured a handful of the best bigs in the 2015 class and it can be expected that the center and power forward positions will fuel Michigan's deep 2015 class.  Here's a look at the standouts at the five and four positions:  (Read More)

7th Annual Inside Prep Sports' Fall Showcase

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

9/12/12

The 7th Annual Inside Prep Sports' Fall Showcase once again provided a deep field household names, sleeper players, and a great enviroment for aspiring college players to showcase their talents as well as learn drills which will help their improvement.  Here's a look at many of the events standouts with video:  Click here

IPS' Summer Skills Showcase
 
Inside Prep Sports' Inaugural Summer Skills Showcase 
 
Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley
 
8/27/12
 
Inside Prep Sports' Inaugural S.S.S. brought together many of Michigan's top players in 2017 and 
2018 as the brand new HYPE Rec Center in Dearborn Heights, MI. played host.  
Special thanks to the Spencer Pulliam of DunkDog.com, Adam Shoulders of CrossroadsElite.com, 
and Jay Jenson of Prep Hoops TV for the video.  Read More...  
IPS' Summer Skills Showcase Video

adidas Invite- Sunday Players

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

7/15/12

Semi-final and final games of the adidas Invitational start at 8:15am and the 17u Platinum Final will be broadcast on CBS College Sports TV.  Here's a look at a handful of players that have not committed, been part of the buzz with college coaches, and most play Sunday morning:  (Read More)

Bigs Make Presence Known Over Weekend

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

7/9/12

Of the many standouts at this past weekend’s July Tune Up, it wasn’t hard to notice the players that anchor the paint.  Here’s a look at a handful of post players: (Read More)

The July Tune Up: Day 1

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

7/8/12

With the NCAA’s July certified period looming the place to be in Michigan was The July Tune Up in Dearborn Heights at the brand new HYPE Recreational Facility.  Many of the state’s top teams and players proved that they are ready to go now and for next week.  Here are a few of the standouts from Saturday’s action:  (Read More)

Chippewas’ Recruit is All Net

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

7/8/12

The new Central Michigan staff quickly put together recruits to complete their 2012 recruiting class and soon after landed one of the state’s top shooting guards in 2013.  (Read More)

Michigan Travel Teams in July: Where they’re Headed

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

7/4/12

The tournaments are in order of first to last and age groups are identified as to which tournament teams will participate. (Read More)

Choices, Choices

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

6/27/12

Players in the class of ’13 around the country have been committing over the last few weeks and only a few prior to July’s certified tournaments and events.  This afternoon Flint Beecher’s Monte Morris (pictured) will make his decision and an hour or so later the first player, Drake Harris, from Michigan’s 2014 class is scheduled to announce his decision.  (Read More)

Rockets Land Michigan Guard

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

6/25/12

The University of Toledo has been on a roll over the last 12 hours with commitments from Napolean High School’s 6’4” shooting guard Jordan Lauf and Vanlue High School’s 6’7” power forward Zach Garber.  Both are with All-Ohio Red 17u and from Ohio.  Later Sunday night, they reached into Michigan to grab one of the state’s fastest rising recruits.  (Read More)

Team and Elite Camps: Week 1

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

6/17/12

Last week’s Elite Camp at the University of Detroit and the team camp at Eastern Michigan University provided a strong atmosphere for teams to show a glimpse of what next high school season beholds as well as an opportunity for players to showcase their abilities.  Here’s a look at the top players from this past week’s events:  (Read More)

Spiece’s Bill Hensley Memorial/Run ‘N’ Slam Recap

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

5/12/12

Michigan’s 17u teams made a statement this past weekend in Ft. Wayne, IN. as the Mustangs and The Family made the 17u Gold Final.  Dorian’s Pride made also had success by advancing to the final eight before falling to the Mustangs.  The Grand Rapids’ Storm advanced to the 17u Silver Championship and Camp Darryl made the 17u Silver’s great eight.  (Read More)

2012 Spiece Run 'n' Slam Preview

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

5/4/12

The Midwest's top tournament, the Bill Hensley Memorial/Run 'N' Slam All Star Classic, tips off today bringing in a who's who list of teams from Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Ohio to the famed Spiece Fieldhouse and surrounding gyms in Ft. Wayne, IN. Here's a look at Michigan rising-seniors that more than likely will create a buzz from the crowd this weekend:  (Read More)

Spring Showdown Recap

Inside Prep Sports/By TJ Kelley

4/24/12

The first weekend of this year’s certified events took Inside Prep Sports to Merrillville, IN. where Illinois and Indiana teams made up the majority of the field.  There were also teams from Missouri, Michigan, and Ohio.  Eric Gordon All-Stars 17u and 16u won Gold Championships with wins over the R.E.A.C.H. Legends 17u and Meanstreets-Wilburn 16u. (Read More)