Mike Taylor, Jermaine Sanders, and Tavon Sledge Committ. +Maurice Harkless Dunk

*Rutgers Lands Star- Mike Taylor headed to the Big East
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/high_school/2010/09/25/2010-09-25_shooting_guard_mike_taylor_of_boys__girls_chooses_rutgers_university_as_next_bas.html


*Jermaine Sanders to be a Bearcat
http://www.zagsblog.com/2010/09/27/jermaine-sanders-to-cincinnati/


*Tharpe Getting Visitors; Sledge to Iowa State
http://www.zagsblog.com/2010/09/27/tharpe-getting-visitors-sledge-to-iowa-state/

Today's High School Hoop Links

***Top Recruit Says Tennessee Faces Recruiting "Problem"

http://www.zagsblog.com/2010/09/15/top-recruit-says-tennessee-faces-recruiting-problem/

***Pearl Hosted Recruits at House

http://community.foxsports.com/goodmanonfox/blog/

***Austin Rivers is going to be Good

http://espn.go.com/blog/collegebasketballnation/post/_/id/14701/austin-rivers-is-going-to-be-good

***South Kent Loaded with Talent

http://www.hoopville.com/2010/09/16/south-kent-ready-to-challenge-for-title/

Real Scout News & Notes

Written BY: Nathan Blue aka Real Scout

I started out this morning writing this very long story about the 12th man. The 12th man can be the last person to get into the game for many reasons. It could be because of age, skill level, academic or other problems that arent seen. The 12th man can also be a like-able player who just wants to be associated with being one of the guys.

All I know is that, that damn story I worked on was about 3 pages long. So long story short, coaches please develop your 12th man. He's just as important as the best player on your team. Especially when we always stress there is no "I" in team statement.


Other Notes

* I had a chance to go to Beacon 158 yesterday, I seen all the games, but Im not horrible at notes. Just horrible at taking notes on games that don't peek my interest for various reasons...maybe I'm just focusing on one players reactions or just talking about all the other things going on around me..some involving the game. Anyway, Rudy Collins & Nick Padgett played great for Forest Hills in their win over SFP, Van beat a young SJB team, and Javon Thomas and Lebrent Walker led Team Basic over Cardozo (Split Squad)..oh yeah JT caught a mean game winning slam.

You can read about the Beacon 158 games at www.nychoops.net

Real Scout News (IS8 Schedule, Beacon 158 Daily Schedule)

Written by Nathan Blue aka Real Scout

The Beacon 158 tournament is turning into one of the better tournaments in the area. Running clock, free admission, good refs along with some of the top talent in the area. If you live in the area and are looking to get a early glimpse at this high school season, stop by the Beacon in Bayside. Located on

Todays Games
6pm- St. Francis Prep vs Forest Hills
7pm- Van Buren vs St Johns Baptist
8pm- Cardozo (B) vs Team Basic

Now for the IS8 Basketball Fall League, the Schedule is in the Link Below.
http://www.is8nike.tv/

Jordan Allen Picks Hofstra

Real Scout Overview

Allen is a lefty who gets things done. Playing his last three seasons at Bayshore High School in Long Island. Nobody really knew what to think of him. But, after this summer playing well in Hoop Group Session I and Las Vegas & Arizona with the NY panthers.

The 6'5 do everything forward picked Hofstra over Wagner and others, also deciding to spend his final year of High School at LI Lutheran. Allen's confidence will take him far in the Colonial League, This was a good get for the New staff of the pride

Kadeem Jack Picks the Scarlet Knights

Real Scout Overview

Jack will spend his 5th year of High School improving every aspect of his game. Having a breakout 2009-10 season for Rice Hs. Jack has committed to Rutgers University and looks to bring toughness around the basket on every possession.

While i've known Jack for a few years. It has taken him a while to really love the game. Jack is a late bloomer and a great listener. If he continues to improve on his game at 6'9-6'10. Rutgers will have the Big East Defensive player of the year.

Davontay Grace Headed to Manhattan College Overview

Real Scout Overview

We all know that Grace was once the top player in his class years ago. A top 10 nationally rated middle school player, Grace seemed poised to head to one of the biggest colleges in America when the time warranted. In 2009, after committing to former SJU coach Norm Roberts, Grace and his high school coaches decided to open up his recruitment in 2010.

Grace then picked Manhattan College and will join some of the many NYC players who have gone on to have good careers at a solid Maac college.

I've really watched Grace mature over the years. I know he's had weight issues in High School, which was one of the reasons he wasn't getting the looks he deserved. But, if he has a strong senior season, and gets into ball playing shape. All these expert recruiters are going to feel the pain of passing on the Maac Rookie of the year.

Grace has too many skills for some coaches to pass up, but hey... it's your job to see it.

Myles Mack Headed To Rutgers Overview

Real Scout View

"Myles Mack will be part of a talented group of players at Rutgers University. Head Coach Mike Rice has a recruiting class full of hardworking guys, who know how to squeeze out a win. After previously tearing apart the opposition at Patterson Catholic, Mack will look to bring St. Anthony's NJ, into that top 10 national ranking that it deserves this season.

In my honest opinion, I know mack can play in the Big East. He just needs to continue his development of understanding the game and working on his body...but honestly.... who doesn't?"