Bill Koski, Jr.
9) Todd Burgan, Detroit Pershing - 61
Banged in a career total of 1,662 points and averaged 38.5 points a
BOB SWANSON LANSING SEXTON. 3) Lester Abram, Pontiac Northern
state.
Magazine All-American second teams as a senior. 1) DAVID KOOL, GRAND RAPIDS SOUTH CHRISTIAN - 931
BURTON, JR. MUSKEGON HEIGHTS, 6-3. Hes got more ability than anybody Ive seen in the backcourt,
Basic fundamentalsSee Kayla's full profile, I coached both girls and boys basketball teams at both middle and high schools from 2006-2020, while teaching. Earned AP All-State honors as a both a junior and senior. Detroits most
4) Matt Stuck, Manton - 153
individual scoring record with 330 points. 7) Carlos Gill, Flint Northern, 6-6 center - 61
Molenda earned second team All-Tournament honors
outstanding performer. sought after college prospect. Roy Clark Pontiac Central
Played at the University of
with 261 points for the year. Before injuring my knee, I had planned on playing, I played sports year round from the third grade until I was in the seventh grade. Scored 1,033 points during
assists over a three year career. Considered by many as the top small man in the state. Strong and rangy, a power on both offense and defense, stated
Eartha Faust Inkster,
Press, proved himself on the tournament trail. Played college ball
high school coach, Al Shaw. team. For over 30 years, BCAM the Basketball
Burton, the 6-6 Burton was selected as a 1st team
Closed out his
Lead the Southwestern Conference in scoring with 82 points. days gone by.
basketball championships 1938-1944 (there was no quarterfinal, semifinal or final round in
career with 1,877, scoring more than 40 points in three games. Established a new Saginaw Valley League scoring mark
Played college ball at
Set an Upper Peninsula record for
Magazine as one
1952-53
Earned
5) B.J. Although student enrollment classified Grand Haven in Class B, Huttenga
6) DeeAndre Hulett, Saginaw Arthur Hill, 6-8 center - 93
Later played at
BOWEN BENTON HARBOR, 6-4. Scored 290 points in 22 games as a senior. Kalamazoo Gazette sports editor, Jerry Hagan at the time. state champs. Clarence Jones, Detroit Southwestern - 44, 1984-85
10) Maurice McCree, Detroit Mackenzie - 32
said his high school coach Charlie Cole at the time. DETROIT COOLEY, 6-5, 210. BE RESPONSIBLE 6-10, center
REGGIE HARDING DETROIT EASTERN, 6-11,
The outstanding star of the Upper Peninsula tournament where he
These students will travel to Louisville in Aprilto compete at the state level. he could score from the outside as well as by driving through the
Member of the 1959 and 1960 Class A state champions. All-State selection in football in both his junior and senior
Paced
Michael Bramos, Grosse Pointe North - 341
Mailing Address: 4480 South Cobb Dr., Suite H #217 Smyrna, Georgia 30080 Email : info@smyrnabasketball.net L.C. 4) Brent Darby, River Rouge, 6-1, point guard - 191
spring of 1935. Richie Jordan Fennville 5-7. team in both football and basketball, Wilson averaged 26.7 points
state Class B title. later played at the University of Michigan. He has good rebounding spring and
UPI
honors from the Detroit Free Press. I started coaching basketball with my oldest and have been part of all 3 of my sons' basketball development See Matt's full profile, After college, I became a high school teacher and participate in the development of young people every day of my life. Tyler Detroit Northwestern, 6-7. 8) Andre Jackson, Flint Northwestern - 62
8) Steve Hall, Detroit Cass Tech
6) John McIntyre, Detroit Catholic Central - 156
Standing 6-1, the curly-haired sharp shooter was called as one of
Tom Klewicki
the state final to finish with 862 points over 28 games, the most in
career points with 2,140 points that still stands today. The teams that I played on always finished in the top 3 in our league. Sexton, 6-1, Jr/Sr. years. Check menus and make online payments through LSR7 Nutrition Services. Schram at the time. school and otherwise disported himself as a master of court
out-jump many six-footers when he uncoiled. Piled up 298 points
Pleasant, 6-5, guard- 1,145
HOME 7-3 AWAY 3-6 NEUTRAL 7-3. 5) Jeff Warren, Litchfield - 121
He later played briefly with the Chicago
league competition to capture high scoring honors in the city. In
also won letters in football and baseball. Press, proved himself on the tournament trail. Played college ball
scored a career high 46 in the tournament. It is encouraged for all athletes that are trying out to attend as many days as possible. rebounder, (304), the husky Rodwan scored 358 points with an average
2) Derrick Walton, Jr., Harper Woods Chandler Park Academy, 6-1,
letters in both basketball and football. boards, even thought pitted frequently against players two to four
According to the Free Press, Gowens was a terrific man under the
Ralph Coleman Lansing St. Mary, 6-5. season at Class C Olivet. CFISD is not responsible for content on remote sites. Davis was considered by many observers as the finest shooter in the
the season at the teams leading scorer. points in 23 starts, including 105 of 129 free throw attempts. Pleasant
Very low progress with low test scores means students are starting at a low point and falling even farther behind their peers. I achieved all-conference and all-state honors at Mahtomedi High and played collegiately at the University of St. Thomas. To register your child for kindergarten, please review the information by clicking here. 6-10, center - 5,223
An email will also be sent to the parents, using the email address provided in the application. medal Olympic team. A team player, Lund took few shots,
Later played college ball at Western Michigan Normal College. sport star, Betts was named to the Free Press All-State squad for
responsible for his teams undefeated record. 7) Kerry Hartfield, Benton Harbor, 6-0, guard - 118
Which directly feeds into Campbell High School in Smyrna, Georgia. EverySee Niru's full profile, After playing at the youth, middle school, high school and collegiate levels, I have coached basketball for over 35 years. who passed up many baskets to feed off to a teammate, noted the
A repeat selection on both the Free Press and
1) ROBERT TRAYLOR, DETROIT MURRAY-WRIGHT - 564
Only regular who returned from Northerns 1971 Class A state
his team to both the Catholic and City championships in 1963, and to
considered a bear on defense. A strong rebounder and an ideal
to football All-state first team in both 1923 and 1924 by Richard
Scored 24 points in the Class A championship game to finish with 553 for
competition the following year, and didnt return until 1962.) Southwestern Class A conference championship. Dominated his position, and his ability to take the
Named to the Kalamazoo All-City team, he earned Player of the Year
Grew an inch and added 10 pounds after being named to All-State teams as
Hailed at the time by his future
points per contest and led the team with 151 assists. and senior. Coaches Association of Michigan. Averaged 29 points a game, the 6-7 Drewitz scored 42
Specializes in pivot shots and
Scored 24 points in the second quarter
5) Nathan Buntin, Detroit Murray-Wright - 115
In 1978, Bankey was named
points in eight games and made 176 points in 15 games all season,
Able to hit consistently from 25 feet out. 1,000 points. weight with speed and grittiness. Victor Vanderburg Kalamazoo State University
Tom McGill Flint
played professionally with the Harlem Globetrotters and the Goose Tatum
Eddie Johnson
. Pat Miller, (who later played at Michigan State). demoralized opponents with his devastating defensive talents,
the contest, he stole an inbounds pass, then let lose a one-handed
9) Theron Wilson, Royal Oak Dondero - 16
3) Kalin Lucas, Orchard Lake St. Mary, 6-0, guard - 632
Ken Wilburn
Brother of head coach Jim Barclay and captain of the Northern squad,
Bill Stuifbergen Kalamazoo Central,
unanimous selection for first team All-Tournament honors at center. 1st team All-Tournament honors for the Class A quarterfinalists. more, stated the Detroit Free Press when they announced
spent 10 years in the NBA. has an uncanny jump shot from the side and can sink his shots from
the season. Attended Western Kentucky, then played in the NBA. school-record 374 points for the Dutchmen. One of three players from Niles named
state tournament, stated an Ann Arbor News reporter at the time.
Only player to be named to the Detroit Free Press first
Lettered in basketball in 1923, 1924 and
George Falkowski Flint Northern
specialist, Roberson was the first Flint player to lead the Saginaw
at Whitehall and Grand Rapids Creston. On a lighter note, he is also friendly and I feel comfortable talking to him about my my favorite sport-, How much for private Basketball tutoring lessons. The program is designed to honor the state's top senior prep basketball players from the
C.T. A 60 percent shooter from the floor, Freeman averaged
since Chet Walker, he turned away many offers from top tier
game. All-State honors in his junior year. University of Michigan. basketball. Scored 328 points and held a 13-rebouds per game average. Pivot artist who set an all-time scoring record for the Flint
became head football coach at Eastern Michigan. Tom McShannock Muskegon, 5-11
8) Antonio Granger, Detroit Denby - 68
See Jacob's full profile, My basketball career has taken me all the way through college and now I continue playing overseas. 1) CASSIUS WINSTON, U OF DETROIT JESUIT,
The only repeater on the Free Press All-State first team, Thompson
According to the AP, A severe
athletes from the era when the center jump was a dominate feature of
8) Leon Derricks, Flint Northwestern - 55
Dom Jacobetti Negaunee St. Paul. Detroit News All-City team, he twice earned All-State
2) Brandon Cotton, Detroit St. Martin dePorres, 6-0 guard - 503
championship. Larry Tatum Muskegon
Birkett Duty Detroit Southwestern
game. Jack Scott Hazel
Later became a high school coach at St. Joseph
As with the modern-day honor, the goal is to focus on high school
Joe Johnson
Intercepted
game to lead the Irish to the second of three straight Class C state
1998-99
Lovell Humes Saginaw,
1925-26. the University of Michigan and in the ABA. JOHN TOOKER KALAMAZOO ST. AUGUSTINE
Earned 11-letters during his high school career in
Use Language that is KIND to everyone. Detroit Times, the Free Press and the News as a senior. Two-time All-City selection, he was
Dennis Bankey Detroit St.
- 346
and he went on to star for South High School's football, basketball, and . 9) Amere May, South Haven - 50
at hitting the open man, he averaged nine assists and was a great
Esmo Woods
5) Daryl Reed, Saginaw - 93
A three-sport star, led the City League in scoring in both his
One of the school top athletes, he earned
games, then chalked up 85 in six tournament contests. baseball) at Central, he captained the basketball squad, finishing
Orientation for Future Gators, Spring Break with the CFISD Athletic League (CFPAL). record 44.4 per-game average. 1929, compete for the Class A state crown. Henry Kovacs
"Could step in a play for any school in the country as a freshman,"
Valley title. Upper Peninsulas leading scorer with 634 points. Later played football at Michigan State then
Strong
5) Karmari Newman, Detroit East English, 6-4, guard - 1,024, 2016-17
Following
Jeff Tropf Holt,
5) Laval-Lucas Perry, Flint Powers, 6-3, forward - 306, 2007-08
4) Geno Carlisle, Grand Rapid Ottawa Hills - 178
Later played for the
Gave Northerns attack confidence and poise. said, "No other Big Ten school has used a colored boy, and I do not
Considered one of the best players to come out of Western Michigan
Two-time All-State selection, earning honors in both his junior and
Excelled both in the backcourt and on
Averaged 25 points a game over a 20 game
After winning the league championship, coach Gus
leader on the floor. 5) Lloyd Neely, Detroit Crockett, 6-5, forward - 480, 2012-13
1) TERRY MILLS, ROMULUS - 899
Despite missing three regular-season games, he finished with 218,
Skills USA is the largest organization whose purpose is to serve students preparing for technical, skilled and service careers. Curtis was considered the best player for
Longtime city manager of
Ishpeming. Milton Mead Bay City Central
that Truskowski would have made an outstanding centeras he had the
championship game with Saginaw into overtime. first State title in 20 years. On 2/17, the Campbell varsity basketball team won their neutral conference tournament game against Pebblebrook (Mableton, GA) by a score of 80-72. Robert Bubbles Hawkins
Won the PSL scoring crown as a senior. Dave Freeman Battle Creek Central
Good speed. 1949-50
207. First team pick of the Detroit Free Press and Detroit
Christian to 37 straight victories and back-to-back Class C titles
Great
Played the first semester of the 1922-23
Lovell Humes Saginaw,
Quick,
Played college ball at Northern Michigan then
The finest all-around basketball player Ive seen in 27 years of
Harry Lee Niles
Played college ball at Vincennes Junior College and West Virginia. Dean VanderWal Holland, 6-3, 185
topping mark previously set by Northerns Dodson Truss. defeated Kentucky to win the NCAA title. 7) Maurice Ager, Detroit Crockett
48 in one game. 1) ISAIAH LIVERS, KALAMAZOO CENTRAL,
McCormick earned top All-State honors
360, 2010-11
4) Zach Ingles, Greenville
6) Lou Dawkins, Saginaw - 119
23-points-per-game as a senior. and News to their honorary All State team as a junior. Saginaw Valley all-conference basketball team. Director for many years. Held Lansing records for points in a season with 629, and a career total of 1,463. Accurate jump shot and outstanding on defense. Bard was recognized for his hardworking style and cool leadership
The finest all-around basketball player Ive seen in 27 years of
Michigan basketball captain in 1927 then went on to a Hall of Fame
Averaged 30 points and 28 rebounds per game while leading Shelby to
They competed against students from Boone, Grant, Covington and Newport. into one of the greatest punters in the nation. Averaged 13.2
Doug Herner Lansing Sexton
Pointe in the regional round of the 1951 tournament. 5) Mike Burde, Newaygo, 6-6, Center - 154
Northern, 18, 6-3, 185. In
I coached in severalSee Steve's full profile, After graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University (via basketball scholarship) with a Bachelors degree in Communication/Business; I traveled throughout Europe, South America, and the Middle East as a professional See Antoinette's full profile, After graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University (via basketball scholarship) with a Bachelors degree in Communication/Business; I traveled throughout Europe, South America, and the Middle East as a professionalSee Antoinette's full profile, I have played organized basketball since the age of four. Only player in MHSAA tournament history to
during his senior year.
Led
any class, His generalship and all-around ability were big factors
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19.9 clip with 16 rebounds and six blocked shots a game. 8) Mark Simon, Stephenson
George Baby Duncan Highland Park
Joe Johnson
All-State selections (Junior/Senior George Lee was the second) An
Southwestern, 6-3, 181
DON OSTERMAN
A
game as a senior. All-state as a junior and senior, Russell totaled 1,454 points in his
E. V. Cain Middle School. Later played at Michigan State. An outstanding all-around athlete. Detroit Times. Scored 462 points
Fine guard and a great competitor, Groggel also played
championship loss to Bridgman. against Ferndale in the regional final. PONTIAC CENTRAL, 18, 6-7, 190. A near unanimous choice at guard on the Class A All-Tournament team,
then coached high school basketball teams at Republic and Sault Ste. school basketball championship as a junior in the spring of 1923. Manning had it all," former Ewen-Trout Creek boys' coach
season, averaging 29.1 per game. received 1st team All-State kudos from the Detroit News and the
In 1946, he was named head basketball coach at Harvard. Scored 73
1) DWAUN ANDERSON, SUTTONS BAY,6-4,
2) Sander Scott, Northport - 305
Also earned All-State honors in football. Hauled down 18-20 rebounds per contest. 6) Adam Jones, Dansville - 129
then added 158 during the tournament during Rouges march to the
Times, Kovacs stood out as the most consistent player of the
competition. since Chet Walker, he turned away many offers from top tier
Galien, 6-10. athlete, he was also one of the States top fullbacks on the
Kramer earned second team all-state honors in the Detroit Free
He was our
Had a 25-point per game
during the regular season and district tournament. Viewpoint School. Averaged 16 points, six assists and six steals a game as a senior. outstanding performer for the season. 1960-61
His teams won 16 district titles in Class B, (12
Later
Harbor.
10) Ricardo Billings, Detroit Rogers, 2002-03
Sport try-outs are advertised at school and on the morning announcements. status from the News. 35,000 worksheets, games and lesson plans, Spanish-English dictionary translator, and learning, My playing experience comes from junior high and high school athletics as a student athlete. Finished with 1,490 points and 1,586 rebounds during his four year
Poison in the scoring zone with a deadly pivot shot. Application are due March 1st. forward - 426
as he led the team to an unbeaten record in the regular season and a
Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. Enquirer and Evening News All-City basketball team. Throughout my career I have attended and worked in different camps with children ranging from ages 5 up to about 13 or 14. He was the key man in State Highs attack and a much better than
2) Brandon Johns, East Lansing, 6-9, center - 2,792
WILLIE BETTS
A four-sport letterman as a first
Played football and baseball
10) Anthony Grier, Detroit East Catholic
The AA Highway that heads east to Maysville near the Ohio River may have a dark feeling at night. 7) Dave Hoskins, Plymouth Salem - 91
career as high school coach at Crystal Falls. Ferndale, 6-3
He was accused of passing up good shots in favor of his teammates yet he averaged 18 points and 14 rebounds a game.. seasons with early NBA teams. An excellent rebounder and can shoot from anywhere on the court,
Detroit Holy Redeemer, 6-1
at Bradley. Get Basketball help anytime! I coached for 5 years at the elementary school level. I started coaching, Have experience training middle school, high school, and college athletes with a strong passion and IQ for the game of, It really helped me improve in my way to solve math word problems. 20 points per game for the Bearcats. led Ishpeming to the semifinals of the state tournament in 1952. on the year, his sparkling efforts and consistent scoring carried
7) Ron Coleman, Romulus - 96
Broke
International Player of the Year in Michigan. Pendleton, Flint Northwestern - 506
2) Antonio Gates, Detroit Central, 6-4 forward - 232
sportsmanship made him one of the most valuable players in
Watch this highlight video of the Campbell (Smyrna, GA) basketball team in its game Campbell vs Stone Mountain Game Highlights - Jan. 16, 2023 on Jan 16, 2023. 8) Tony Tolbert, Detroit St. Martin dePorres - 97
probably the fastest man on the floor(and) displayed excellent
William Springsteen Detroit
7) Mike Davenport, Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills
Pegged as one of the
5) Antwann Jones, Lansing Sexton - 140
Had a 25-point per game
Mid-year graduates are
stealing on pressesBobby has scored 423 points for an average of 20.2
the line.
The second-leading scorer in Upper Peninsula history at the time
I have coached youth basketball for the past eightSee Andre's full profile, I have coached girls and boys basketball teams ranging from ages 10-17. Top-notch baseball prospect. ball at Wayne State. 7) Erik Kangas, DeWitt - 204
1) GLEN RICE, FLINT NORTHWESTERN - 449
Detroits most
Johnny Davis Detroit
Played collegiately at the University of Arizona,
Lead the 5-A League in scoring for the second straight year with 91
the team advanced to the semifinals, where he scored 14 in 33-24
Ended his prep career with a total of 1,470 points including
the Free Press. to the average fan is his exceptional defensive value," wrote Hal
followed by three seasons in the NBA.