Potpourri, Aug 25

News Bits

Elliot Mobley: "Back to the Midwest."

The 6-foot-1 Las Positas College guard is headed to Greenville University in Illinois.

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Chase Richardson: "After a great conversation with @mscherb2, I am excited to announce an offer to The University of California - Berkeley! Thank you to the Golden Bears coaching staff!"

Richardson is a 6-foot-2 2027 point out of Texas. Sacramento State has also offered as has Miami, Virginia Tech, Penn State, Notre Dame, Texas Christian, Purdue, Mississippi, SMU, Wichita State, St. Louis and others.

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Verbal Commits: "2026 Tennessee Collegiate (TN) G Christian Gibson has received an offer from California."

Gibson is a 6-foot-5 combo guard.

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Sam Kayser: "NEWS: 2026 4⭐️ Alex Egbuonu has locked in the following visits for this fall, he told LeagueRDY:

• Boston College: September 12th
• Georgetown: September 16th
• Providence: September 26th
• Stanford: September 30th
• Florida State: October 3rd
• Auburn: November 1st

Egbuonu is ranked as the #51 overall player in the ESPN100."

He's 6-foot-6, 210 pounds.

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Dushawn London: "Class of 2026 PF Jaden Ghoreishi has scheduled the following official visits, 247Sports is told

• Washington State: Aug 23rd
• Saint Mary’s: Sept 1st
• Colorado State: Sept 5th
• Seattle: Sept 12th
• Santa Clara: Sept 19th"

Ghoreishi is 6-foot-9, 215 and out of Washington.

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Cade Robertson: "Extremely grateful to receive an offer to play basketball at the next level and join the family at Pacific University. Thanks to Coach Lunt and Coach Hellstrom for giving me an opportunity. Go Boxers!"

A 2026 talent, Robertson stands 6-foot-6 and attends Leigh High. Pacific U is a D3 school up in Oregon.

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"Alaska Anchorage adds Ashton Pomrehn as Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach"

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Brandon Jenkins: "𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: Cello Jackson, the No. 149 overall recruit in the national 2026 class, tells 247Sports that he is down to nine schools. The four-star prospect has two official visits scheduled with Arkansas State and Memphis."

Jackson is 6-foot-2, 205 pounds and in the 2026 class. Let's see if the Bears line up an official visit.

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"All In: Miles Amos Ready to Lead, Defend, and Deliver for Seattle U"

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Envision Sports Group: "Congrats Darrion Trammell on re-signing with Kaposvari KK for another season! Darrion is one of the best point guards in Europe; coming off of a championship & MVP season."

Trammell is the pride and joy of City College San Francisco & Stuart Hall High.

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Jaylen Wells Elite: "Congrats to Tariq Lofton on his commitment to the Southern Oregon University Raiders. Thank you Matt Zosel for recruiting our guys."

A 2026 prospect, Lofton is a 5-foot-11 point attending Casa Roble Fundamental High in Orangevale (Sacramento County) with a 4.0 GPA.

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Roy Bishop Jr.: "I’m excited to announce I will be going on an official visit tomorrow to San Francisco State."

He's a 2026 6-foot-3 combo guard attending Oakland's Fremont High.

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Tulane's head coach, Ron Hunter, spoke about how his job, and those of coaches at the same level, are viewed as the first part of lots of players' careers before they make it to the power conferences. At Peach Jam back in July, Hunter had an interesting interaction with a high-major coach that cemented this belief.

"He came over to me and he said, 'Ron, you're doing a hell of a job ... getting kids ready for our level,'" Hunter told ESPN. "And I didn't know whether to be mad or to say thank you."

Guess it's a compliment to Hunter but it also simultaneously seems like a backhanded major leagues-minor leagues one.

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"Augustas Marčiulionis gives update on his foot injury"

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"Barcelona officially signs Miles Norris"

Norris is a 6-foot-7 forward who played at City College San Francisco.

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Dinos Trigonis: "UC-Santa Barbara has offered 6-7 2027 Camden McKinney (Oakland Tech/CA). Strong & skilled hybrid F is an emerging sleeper in national 2027 class."

Potpourri, Aug 18

News Bits

"Gonzaga, Saint Mary’s set to host four-star combo guard JRob Croy"

The 6-foot-5 son of former Gael assistant coach Rick Croy will be in Moraga on August 21.

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St. Mary's Hoops: "Join us in wishing good luck to Luke Barrett, who has signed on to play for ArkaGdyniaKoszin the next phase of his playing career!"

The former Gael walk-on out of Piedmont High is playing professionally in Poland.

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Joven Dulay: "Blessed to receive a D1 offer from Idaho State, thank you to the coaching staff for believing in me!"

Dulay is a 2026 6-foot-6 shooting guard out of Folsom High and the Jaylen Wells Elite AAU program.

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Verbal Commits: "2026 San Joaquin Memorial (CA) F Parker Spees has received an offer from Idaho State."

The 2026 Spees stands 6-foot-9 and plays AAU ball with the Jalen Green Elite.

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Brayden Harris: "I want to thank Coach (Justin) Argenal and (Assistant) Coach (Shane) Haley for taking the time to meet this morning and offering me the opportunity to play at Dominican University of California!"

Harris is a 2026 6-foot-8 power forward attending Buchanan High in Fresno and playing AAU ball for the Rose City Ballers.

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"Men's Basketball Roster Catch-Up - Familiarizing ourselves with the new roster and having a sense of optimism"

A Cal Bears hoops writeup.

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According to a post in a string at 24/7 Inside The Spartans, 7-foot-2,240 Anton Bonke, a Providence transfer with three years of eligibility remaining, was headed to San Jose State University as the 15th Spartan on the 2025-26 roster but that was before he changed his mind and selected Charlotte. San Jose still needs a big, especially as a paint defender.

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"SF basketball Pro-Am lives on, bringing back memories of Steph Curry, Jason Kidd, Gary Payton"

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Cole Cummings: "I’m excited to share that I’ve accepted a position as an Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Dominican MBB! Thank you to Coach Argenal for the opportunity. Ready to get to work!🐧🏀"

Here is his bio when was assisting at Sonoma State, where he also played. Cummings is out of the St. Helena area.

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Jaylen Wells Elite: "Congrats to Juremi Ejuwa for receiving an offer from SOURaidersMBB (Southern Oregon University.)

Ejuwa is a 6-foot-6, 230 pound 2026 prospect who attends California High in San Ramon.

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"Maccabi Rishon signs Marcus Williams"

The former USF guard surfaces after departing The Hilltop under mysterious eligibility circumstances.

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"The predatory web of sextortion increasingly ensnares young athletes"

Didn't know anything about this development but it's good to spread the word.

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Potpourri, Aug 11

News Bits

McKae Amundsen: "COMMITTED!! #gobengals"

Out of Clovis North High, 5-foot-10 point guard McKae Amundsen is headed to Idaho State of the Big Sky Conference.

Hit this link for some wonderful photos and video of Amundsen (both younger and current) and his family.

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Jon Rothstein: "2026 prospect Franck Belibi Jr. has committed to University of Pacific, per Envision Sports Group. 4-star recruit."

Belibi is a 6-foot-4, 200 pound shooting guard currently attending Colorado Prep and, according to one report, he averaged 14.4 points for Cameroon in the recent FIBA U19 World Cup. Pacific Coach Dave Smart has landed himself an emerging top talent.

"At just 16 years old, Franck Belibi has emerged as one of the most electrifying prospects in Lausanne. The 6’3 guard, born in 2008, pairs elite athleticism with a smooth outside stroke, knocking down triples with confidence. Through the competition, he’s averaging an impressive 16 points and 4 rebounds per game — all while being the second-youngest player in the entire tournament. His fearless approach and energy have made Cameroon a must-watch team."

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Chase Richardson: "After a great conversation with Coach Mike Bibby, I am excited to announce an offer from Sacramento State University. Thank you to the Hornets coaching staff!"

Richardson is a 6-foot-2 2027 guard out of Texas.

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Tre Mack: "After a great conversation with Coach Ed Gipson I am blessed to receive my first division 1 offer."

Mack is a 5-foot-10 2029 point guard out of Kentucky. Gipson is an assistant at San Jose State University.

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"Report: Stanford to hire former Nike CEO John Donahoe as athletic director"

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Leicester Riders - Basketball: "It’s official. The Leicester Riders have signed 6”10 American forward Johnny O'Neill out of Santa Clara hoops."

O'Neill is a 6-foot-10 power forward who shot 40% on 144 three-point attempts.

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Trey Knight: "After a great conversation with Coach Jordan I am Blessed to receive an offer from Clark Atlanta University!"

Knight is a 6-foot point out of Moreau Catholic High.

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Joven Dulay: "After a great visit I’m blessed to receive an offer from Point Loma! Thank you to the coaching staff for believing in me!"

Dulay is a 6-foot-6 shooting guard attending Folsom High and playing AAU with the Jaylen Wells Elite. Point Loma Nazarene University is located in San Diego.

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Brandon Jenkins: "𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: Three-star guard Elias Obenyah tells 247Sports he has scheduled the following official visits heading into the fall. Obenyah is a winning basketball player with a great motor and displays a great feel for the game."

This is a young man who can do it all on the court, will likely be at least a three-year collegian, and will certainly be a terrific addition to any squad. Why no power 5 offers?  Obenyah didn't pop 23-footers beyond the circle and won't win dunk contests--he's workman-like. Credit San Diego State for getting in on him but I don't think Stanford will allow him to depart Maples Pavilion

CCCMBCA: "Mark Giorgi at American River College is retiring after 19 years. Giorgi led the Beavers to 4 Big-8 conference championships, 5 sweet-sixteen appearances, 2 Elite-Eight appearances, and a 2nd-place finish at the state championship in 2004. Mike Lorente is taking over the program."

Here's Lorente's bio.

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"6’10 Will Stevens Locks In Visits, Trims List"

St. Mary's is on the list and a visit is coming although yet to be set up.

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"3MW Top 50 Teams Countdown - #44: Saint Mary's"

Great Gael review and preview.

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"Eddie House and Mike Bibby outline the worst things about AAU basketball: "They don't teach you how to play the game the right way'"

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https://x.com/FastbreakHoops5/status/1951361083920220241

Is this real or AI?

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Plenty of Nor Cal talents on the 2024-25 Cal-Hi Sports Grid-Hoop All-State Team.

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Potpourri, Aug 4

News Bits

"Anthony Haskett Returns to Hilo to Join Vulcans Coaching Staff"

Haskett makes a jump from assisting James Giacomazzi at Las Positas College and now he's back in the islands. He's the pride of Las Lomas High and Diablo Valley College from his playing days.

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Devin Aye: "Proud to announce Jags freshman, Manny Tamarit, has signed his athletic scholarship to Tabor College (Kansas). He is the 6th Jag to sign a scholarship to a University this offseason! Go Jags."

Tamarit is a 6-foot-4 backcourter.

Devin Aye: "Make that 20 scholarships signed."

Kwankwo is a 6-foot-6 sophomore out of Kimball High in Tracy.

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Compton Magic: "6-3 PG Juleeyan Williams #MontereyTrail has picked up an offer from UNLV. Class of 2029"

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Verbal Commits; "2026 JPII (TN) G Trey Pearson has received an offer from Sacramento State."

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Verbal Commits: "Sacramento State and Tennessee State offered 2026 Fayetteville Academy (NC) F Justin Caldwell."

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Verbal Commits: "Bowling Green and Saint Mary's offered 2026 Mt. Spokane (WA) F Jaden Ghoreishi."

Ghoreishi stands 6-foot-9 and weighs 210. He currently owns 13 offers.

"After a great zoom call with St. Mary's Coach Bennett, Coach Joe Rahon and Coach Mickey McConnell, I am honored to announce I have received an offer! Thank you Coach and staff for believing in my game and toughness!"

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Former St. Mary's guard Augustus Marciulonis has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Los Angeles Lakers meaning he will be going to training camp with the opportunity to earn a roster spot. It's going to be tough.

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"Bouyea conducts camp for youth at MPC"

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Rashawn Inglemon: "Committed."

Out of Monterey Trail High, Inglemon is a 6-foot point, a 2025 talent, has a 3.8 GPA and earned Delta League Player of the Year honors. Anderson U is located in South Carolina.

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Verbal Commits: "Samford and UC Davis offered 2026 Holy Innocents' (GA) G Kingston Whitty."

Whitty is a 6-foot-2 point and a top notch athlete.

"After a great conversation with Coach Les, I am blessed to receive a Division 1 offer from UC Davis! Go Aggies!"

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Templeton (Douda) Fountaine V: "After a great conversation with Coach Plank, I’m blessed to receive another Division 1 offer from University of San Francisco. Thank you to the coaching staff for believing in me!"

He's a 6-foot-3 2027 backcourter attending Vanden High.

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Mudville Elite Basketball: "Congratulations to Ross Widemon for committing to Stanislaus State University. It’s OFFICIAL!! MUDVILLE WAY!!! "

Mudville is a program based in Stockton and Widemon is a 6-foot-2 2025 combo guard with a 4.0 GPA who also played as a QB at Turlock High.

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Mudville Elite Basketball: "Congratulations to Louie Dill for receiving his first offer from Oberlin College. MUDVILLE WAY!"

Dill stands 6-foot-5 and attends Enochs High in Modesto.

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Sacramento Renegades: "Congrats to Monterey Trail High 2025 Elias Roche on offer."

Roche is a 6-foot-7, 220 pound 2025 talent.

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"CORPORATE MONEY HAS RUINED YOUTH SPORTS"

And the sun rises in the east.

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Simply Basketball: "One of the top 2026s in the country Elias Obenyah ended his AAU career with 20+ offers heading into his senior season!"

Thought some big time programs would get involved so as to have a three or four-year player.

My biased choice is Stanford due to both the education/degree and the playing system for the 6-foot-3 guard out of Salesian Prep.

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Brandon Jenkins: "Three-star forward Max VanLaningham has scheduled two fall official visits, a source tells 247Sports.

• Sept. 5-7: California Baptist
• Sept. 12-14: Montana"

VanLaningham stands 6-foot-7, weighs 205 and attends Woodcreek High.

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"‘The fabric stays true’: Damian Lillard becomes general manager for Weber State basketball"

Is this a one year gig?

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Joe Tipton: "NEWS: 4⭐️ Isaiah “Slim” Rogers has committed to Stanford, he tells Rivals. The 6-2 point guard is ranked as the No. 56 overall player in the 2026 class, per Rivals."

The Cardinal backcourt should be in good shape with Rogers and also Myles Jones (Modesto Christian).

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"UC Davis Men's Basketball Adds Mike Kosich To Staff"

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"Matthew Musselman named Assistant Basketball Coach at UC Riverside"

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Raym: "6’10 PF/C 3 Years of Eligibility Former stops at Univ Alabama & Long Beach St."

Remember him?

Out of East Oakland, 6-foot-10, 240 pound Raymond Hawkins played AAU ball for the Oakland Soldiers, started high school out at Bishop O'Dowd and finished up at Findlay Prep in Las Vegas before attending Alabama, Long Beach State and Westcliff (NAIA school in Irvine). He is now 24 years old.

Here is something posted when he initially arrived at Alabama.

I can't tell if he is looking to transfer to another school but it appears like it. In the 2024-25 season down in southern California, he played in eight games, started four, and was on the court for 14.6 minutes a night.  Hawkins averaged 6.5 points a contest, shooting 60% as well as collecting 2.9 rebounds. He blocked seven shots and enjoyed a season high of 13 points versus D2 Purdue Northwest in mid-November.

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