Nor Cal Basketball Central/Kevin McCarthy: 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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