Kareem Canty Plans Two Visits

Posted by CoHoops DeAnte Mitchell

Kareem Canty, a 6-foot-1 point guard out of Bridgton Academy (MA) has recently seen a boost in his recruiting.

Canty, just this week, has heard from Cincinnati, Providence, Texas, and West Virginia.

He currently holds scholarship offers from Iowa State, Providence, Rutgers, Texas A&M, Seton Hall and there are reports of many more.

The 6-1 guard confirmed that Cincy, Providence, Texas and West Virginia contacted him but also said, "The hardest [programs] recruiting me are Texas A&M, Providence, Xavier, Seton Hall and Dayton."

Canty is a great offensive player and a tough matchup at the point guard position. His ability to get to the rim and finish is just one of the many things college coaches like about him.

He's also a great playmaker. With the ball in his hands, Canty is going to make plays for himself, or teammates more likely than not. He's the ultimate competitor and always wants to put his team in position to win the game.

As he continues to improve his decision-making, Canty will certainly be a hot topic in 2012.

He plans to visit two schools, one in May and one in June. "I'm visiting Xavier Memorial Day weekend and Texas A&M on the first weekend of June," Canty said.

As of now, the recruitment end is not in sight. There is no timeline for the junior or favorites at this time.

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Mitchell Farr Down to Four

Posted by CoHoops DeAnte Mitchell

Mitchell Farr, and unsigned senior out of Racine Park H.S in Racine, WI has narrowed down to four schools of his choice.

The 6-foot-2 combo guard named Jacksonville, Midland, Sam Houston, and Youngstown State as the schools of interest. But he also added, "They are all recruiting pretty much the same."

Farr is an underrated 2011 prospect that I believe has the potential to blossom into a solid point guard at the next level.

He's a fearless shooter but also a developing passer. This season, Farr managed to lead his team to the WIAA Division I sectional championship before losing in OT.

Farr, along with many other great players in Wisconsin, were elected to play in the WBCA All-Star game on June 18th.

As his recruiting comes close to an end, Farr said, "I plan on visiting Jacksonville next month, I just haven't set a date yet."

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Four Schools Recruiting Junior Lomomba Hard

Posted by CoHoops DeAnte Mitchell

Last summer, in the AAU circuit, Junior Lomomba really opened eyes with his athleticism and versatility. The Madison Memorial H.S. (WI) product stands 6-foot-5 and has shown flashes of playing the one, two and three.

In the 2010 FIBA U17 World Championships, Lomomba really showcased his ability to attack the opposition off the dribble and run in transition playing for Team Canada.

More impressively was his ability to lead Madison Memorial to a Division I State Championship, while averaging 17 points and 6.1 rebounds per game.

After a year like that, Lomomba caught the eye of many high profile coaches.

"Baylor, Cincinnati, Iowa, Indiana State, Kansas, Kansas State, Michigan, Michigan State, Nevada, New Mexico State and West Virginia," he said of his schools of interest.

Many schools are certainly new to the mix but two familiar names have stuck with Lomomba: Iowa and Baylor.

Lomomba holds offers from Baylor, Cincinnati, Indiana State, Iowa, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Xavier.

But four schools stand out the most to Lomomba. "The schools that are recruiting the hardest so far are, New Mexico State, West Virginia, Nevada and Baylor."

Right now, Lomomba is wide open and everyone is an option. But he did plan on trimming his list. "I'm looking forward to cutting down my list by the end of the summer," Lomomba said.

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Texas Trio Enters 2011 NBA Draft

Posted by CoHoops DeAnte Mitchell

Jordan Hamilton, along with Cory Joseph and Tristan Thompson have all entered their name in the 2011 NBA draft.

Hamilton is reportedly signing with an agent, while teammates Joseph and Thompson elect against signing to preserve eligibility.

Hamilton has been on NBA scouts radar due to his versatility and physical body.

Hamilton paced the Longhorns this season with 18.6 points, and 7.7 rebounds per game. Hamilton was selected on the All-Big 12 conference team along with a USBWA Second Team selection.

Teammate Thompson wasn't far off averaging 13.4 points, 7.8 rebonds, and 2.4 blocks per game. Thompson was selected as Big 12 Newcomer of the Year, All-Big 12 Second Team, and the All-Big 12 Defensive Team.

Thompson has a massive 7'2'' wingspan to make up for his height in the post. He certainly has the ability to dictate the tempo on the defensive end and the offensive side of the ball as well.

Joseph finished his season averaging 10.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and three assist per game. The 6'3'' lead guard from Canada had an impressive season at the point for Texas. He's a great leader, doesn't force the action (1.5 TO's) and has the ability to run the point at the next level.

Joseph was an All-Big 12 conference honorable mention as well as being selected on the All-Big 12 Rookie Team.

His defense is solid, his offense will be a question at the next level.

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Alec Burks Enters 2011 NBA Draft

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"I will be entering the 2011 NBA draft and my plan is to sign with an agent," Colorado sophomore Alec Burks said in a press conference. "I just felt like it was something I just couldn't pass up."

The 6'6'' guard from Grandview, Mo decided to forgo his final two years of eligibility to pursue a professional career.

Burks really opened eyes during his freshman season averaging 17.1 points, five rebounds and 1.2 steals per game.

Following his freshman season, Burks received the Big 12 Freshman of the Year award becoming the first Buff' to ever achieve the feat.

He was All-Big 12 Frosh team as well as All-Big 12 honorable mention.

He continued on his success his sophomore season, averaging an astounding 20.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.9 assist per game.

He became the first Buff' to be named to the Big 12 tournament team, was unanimous Big 12 conference selection and Associated Press All-American Honorable Mention along with many other awards.

Burks has caught the eye of NBA scouts due to his athleticism, length and scoring ability. He is expected to be a big time prospect at the next level.

Many NBA draft sites have Burks being selected in the lottery.

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