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Used to winning, Ohio basketball coach Karen Wittrock, learned that her toughest opponent would be off the court. She tells how she found the strength to fight her cancer and moreover show the spirit that was an example to her students. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Highest-paid teen stars named Dec 5, 2007
Topping it was the Cleveland, Ohio basketball player LeBron James, who will turn 23 this month. He raked in $27-million in a single year. (iAfrica.com)
FSU Inks Some Of The Nation's Top Talent In `08 Women's Basketball Signing Class Nov 16, 2007
Listed as the second-best center prospect by Hoopgurlz, the five-star recruit was a finalist for Miss Ohio Basketball as a junior. The lone unanimous selection for the All-Sandusky Bay Conference - for either the girls' or boys' team - she also earned all-district honors. (Seminoles.com)
Ohio underclass day a success Sep 14, 2007
"A little bit about the players: If anyone in the 2009 class gets an offer it will be Edwards. He is still not there yet, but the very skilled wing has a chance to earn an offer with a strong high school season. He attends Middletown High School in Middletown, Ohio.: Goodson is a physical wing with good athleticism. Right now he is being recruited at the mid-major level. He attends Aiken High School in Cincinnati, Ohio.: A top 10 kid in the 2010 class. More of a power forward than a small... (Ohio State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Mullens talks about final summer of AAU Sep 10, 2007
However when it all came down to it Mullens stepped up most when he needed to in July while playing with Ohio Basketball Club. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Ohio State Sports -- Rivals.com)
UK 2010 commit filling it up in Vegas Jul 26, 2007
Today, Dakotah dropped in 17 points against a very good Playaz Basketball Club, helping to bring his Ohio Basketball Club back from a 13 point 2nd half deficit to win and advance his team into the final day of play. He coolly iced the game with free throws down the stretch. (BigBlueNation.com)
Future stars collide in Las Vegas Jul 24, 2007
Also in the power pools and playing at UNLV's Cox Pavilion are such teams as EBO, Las Vegas Prospects, Ohio Basketball Club, KC Pump 'N' Run, Florida Rams, NE Playaz, DC Assault, T-Mac All-Stars, Juice All-Stars, Compton Magic, M33M, DTA Wisconsin, Hunting Park, Team Philly Elite, Texas Select, Michigan Mustangs, New Orleans Jazz and Seattle Rotary. Players of note include: (Nevada) and of the Las Vegas Prospects; (Cincinnati) and (Ohio State) of the Ohio Basketball Club; (Kansas) of KC Pump 'N'... (Duquesne Sports -- Rivals.com)
Coy impresses in overtime Super 64 win Jul 23, 2007
com caught up with him after his team's impressive performance in a big overtime win against Ohio Basketball Club. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Arizona State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cottrill leads OBC to 15s 'Fest final Jul 19, 2007
In the annual Hoop Group Summer Jam Fest here, he led his Ohio Basketball Club to the 15-and-under overall championship Monday afternoon as a team composed of West Virginia, Kentucky and Buckeye State participants knocked off CBIZ of Columbus 84-68. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)
JamFest jottings: Day 3 Jul 17, 2007
The Ohio Basketball Club, led by 2010 commit Noah Cottrill, had sewn up a Monday semifinal spot in the 15-and-under division of the Summer Jam Fest tournament. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)
Adidas notebook Jul 10, 2007
15-under championship -- KC Pump-N-Run 89, Ohio Basketball Club 88 (Lee Summitt, Mo. had 28 points, including five 3-pointers, for KC. Chris Richards (Louisville) dumped in 15 to lead OBC.. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
adidas Takes 5IVE: Day two Jul 10, 2007
An explosive combo guard, Golden led the Atlanta Celtics 15-under squad to a tight victory over the Ohio Basketball Club ... Recent Kentucky commitment led the Ohio Basketball Club in scoring with 18 points on a couple three-pointers, post up moves and hustle plays. (Duke Sports -- Rivals.com)
Whittington To Join Marist Women's Basketball Staff Jul 3, 2007
Whittington also was responsible for signing Tyra Grant, who was named Miss Ohio Basketball in 2006. In Whittington's tenure at Penn State, the Lady Lions made four NCAA Tournament appearances and won two Big Ten championships. (Goredfoxes.com)
Van Coleman: Tournament Of Champions - Pool Play May 28, 2007
The Ohio Basketball Club's 6-foot-3 wing man Orlando Williams scored 30 points versus Southeast Elite. He had seven bombs from beyond the arc. (Kpmariners.com)
Mullens reflects surprising switch May 24, 2007
While nothing in the world of AAU basketball is completely shocking, when B.J. Mullens decided to switch from the Ohio Basketball Club to King of the Court many were surprised. Mullens however had his reasons for the switch and he feels that in the end it is for the best despite spending the past summers with OBC.. (Ohio State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Ron Harper to be Inducted into Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday May 18, 2007
OXFORD, Ohio--Former Miami University men's basketball standout Ron Harper will be the third Miamian inducted into the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame at the second annual induction ceremony on Saturday, May 19. Last year, former Miami head coach and athletics director Dick Shrider and Miami's first men's basketball All-American and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Wayne Embry were inducted into the inaugural Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame Class. (Muredhawks.com)
Roe Makes A Cameo for Ohio Basketball Club May 18, 2007
By GSN Basketball BeatPosted May 17, 2007 In a surprise run, a couple of the countries best players joined the Ohio Basketball Club in Bloomington, IN. for the Adidas May Classic ... BLOOMINGTON, IN - In a surprise run, a couple of the countries best players joined the Ohio Basketball Club in Bloomington, IN. for the Adidas May Classic ... This weekend he teamed up with the Ohio Basketball Club and 7 BJ Mullens (), 69 Yancey Gates (), 61 (Ohio State), and 64 (Undecided with... (SpartansInsider.com)
AMC: Dunigan Shines in Big Man Matchup May 16, 2007
MeanStreets was back in action at 11:45 a.m. Saturday at Assembly Hall, where Dunigan and fellow IU recruiting target matched up against the Ohio Basketball Club and three top-35 08 recruits of their own commit , verbal and -bound center. Dunigan was the top scorer of the bunch, finishing with 14 points (7-12 FGs) and five rebounds to help MeanStreets to a last-second 58-56 win. (HoosierInsider.com)
Powerhouse teams in AMC May 10, 2007
Besides these five you have the Ohio Basketball Club which features B.J. Mullens, the #4 player in the Rivals150. The 7-foot center is one of three Ohio State commits competing in the event. (Indiana Sports -- Rivals.com)
Huggins, Martin big favorites at King James May 2, 2007
"You all take good care of my man Bob Huggins over there in West Virginia. He's going to put that program on the next level," said Michael Duncan, director of Ohio Basketball Club whose 15-year-old team is led by 2010 prospect Noah Cottrill. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (West Virginia Sports -- Rivals.com)
Walsh Looking Like a Future Terp? Apr 27, 2007
com: Walsh Looking Like a Future Terp. Maryland Terrapins Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. (TerpTown.com)
Players flocking to Pitt Jam Fest Apr 24, 2007
Some of the top teams in the 96-team field include Boo Williams (VA), winners of the Boo Williams Invitational earlier in the month, the Playaz (NJ), winners of the Spring Fling, Metro Hawks (NY), Southeast Elite (AL), Michigan Hurricanes, Westchester Hawks (NY), DC Assault, D1 Greyhounds (OH), Ohio Basketball Club, Wisconsin Playground Warriors, Juice All-Stars (NY), Team Final (PA/NJ), Arkansas Hawks, Team Breakdown (FL), SYF Players (IN), Blessed IJN Elite (IN), Charlotte Royals (NC),... (Duquesne Sports -- Rivals.com)
What Makes Delvon Roe Special? Apr 18, 2007
Last year my correspondent in Ohio (Chas Wolfe-Garfield Heights and Ohio Basketball Club) ranked him as the second best player in the state behind bound. Michigan States head coach and his staff have made wonderful inroads to their neighboring state over the last couple of years. (SpartansInsider.com)
Frease Has "Amazing" Visit to South Bend Feb 26, 2007
Date: Feb 25, 2007 When Perry High begins play in the Ohio basketball state tournament today, they will welcome back blue-chip center Kenny Frease to the lineup. The 7-footer, was cleared to practice a week ago following an unfortunate incident that resulted in two broken bones to his right eye socket. (IrishEyes.com)
Hoops Recruit Tracker - Updated Feb. 3 Feb 3, 2007
By StaffPosted Feb 3, 2007 Jon Diebler passed Geno Ford for No. 2 all-time on the Ohio basketball scoring list Friday night with 67 points. He was not the only recruit that put up big numbers this past week. (Bucknuts.com)
Program has few answers Jan 24, 2007
Despite the negative publicity, Portland's 2006 recruiting class landed Ms. Ohio Basketball, Tyra Grant, and Grant looks like a legitimate superstar and team leader. Her 2007 class will address the team's biggest needs, adding talent and size underneath the basket. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Lady Lions open tough road trip at Duke tonight Nov 21, 2006
The former Miss Ohio Basketball leads the team in scoring with 14. 5 points per game, including a career high 19 points against Notre Dame last week. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Preview: Grant shines early for PSU Nov 17, 2006
8 points per game on the way to winning the Miss Ohio Basketball honor as a senior at Youngstown's Ursuline High School. "That's just a part of me. It helps when things are looking rough to come in with a lot of energy. I look to be that spark. I look to be that person who comes into the game and turns things around. That's who I am, very emotional.". (State College Centre Daily, PA -- Sports)
Grant has game-high 14 points Nov 15, 2006
As a high school standout who was named Miss Ohio Basketball during her senior season, Grant was consistently double- or triple-teamed, Portland said. "She really is an incredible athlete," Portland said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Frease Talks About His Meteoric Rise Jun 29, 2006
Date: Jun 28, 2006 Add the name Kenny Frease to the list of rising Ohio basketball prospects. Frease has enjoyed a rapid rise up the recruiting charts and is now getting offers from basketball heavyweights. (Bucknuts.com)
Family Factored In Lauderdale's Choice Of OSU Jun 3, 2006
Ohio State Buckeyes Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. By Managing EditorDate: Jun 2, 2006 Solon, Ohio, basketball standout Dallas Lauderdale weighed a number of factors in making his college choice. (Bucknuts.com)
Anderson, Thurmond Among First Class Of Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees Jun 1, 2006
Bowling Green, Ohio - Eight former players joined BGSU men's basketball coach and several others with BGSU ties to celebrate the induction of Nate Thurmond and Harold Anderson to the initial class of the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame ... Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees. (Bgsufalcons.com)
Scoring machine: Rinka didn't let small stature stop him from putting up big numbers Jun 1, 2006
"It was also a reassuring capstone to a career than ended with a cruel irony. He was drafted into the NBA by the Milwaukee Bucks, his hometown team. But leery of playing at home, he went to Utah Stars in the rival ABA where he could take advantage of the 3-point line.The Stars made him the last cut, however, opting to keep a local player on the bench for business reasons, Rinka said. Meanwhile, the Bucks won the NBA title wwith one of Rinka's high school rivals on the roster.He took it as a sign... (The Morning Star)
Text messaging has become the new rage in recruiting, and it doesn't appear to be effectively regulated by the NCAA, reports "Outside the Lines." May 29, 2006
" Shortly after ESPN asked the schools about potential violations related to text messaging, Benn contacted us and changed his story saying he was never text messaged by those schools as a sophomore. Family Matters Ohio basketball standout Delvon Roe, a 6-7 sophomore forward who plays on the same AAU team as Kosta Koufos, said the text messages from college coaches started his freshman year in high school. Roe appeared taken aback when he recounted that he received a text message from Michigan... (ESPN -- College Sports)
Buckeyes Represented Well in Inaugural Induction Class into Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame May 25, 2006
COLUMBUS, Ohio - The inaugural induction class into the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame was enshrined May 20, with 13 of the 26 individuals being former Buckeyes or having Ohio State ties ... Also honored in the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame were players Jerry Lucas and John Havlicek and administrator Lynn W. St. John, all three national hall of fame members. (Ohiostatebuckeyes.com)
LeBron classic is slam dunk for Akron Apr 29, 2006
I believe that Ohio basketball is underrated -- we're known as a football state,'' he said. Now Ohio teams can showcase Ohio talent. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Entertainment)
Player Overview: Deonta Vaughn Apr 21, 2006
We talked with Ohio basketball expert and Musketeerscoop. com publisher Brian Snow to get the inside scoop on the type of player Deonta Vaughn is. (Cincinnati Sports -- Rivals.com)
