Arizona Magic Announces 2012 Teams

Arizona Magic Announces 2012 Teams 

PRESS RELEASE:  March 26, 2012

The Arizona Magic has been the top high school basketball club program in Arizona producing over (250) college scholarships for their players since 1999.  The Arizona Magic has completed their 2012 tryouts and announced their talented teams today.

"This year the Magic program welcomes back coaches Kenny Mullins, Gino Crump, Charles White, Chris Hurst and newcomers Hosea Graham, Anthony Smith, Erick Rivera, Gabe Stevens and Paul Hardiman. Every Magic team has been hand-picked by their specific coaching staffs, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome,” said Magic’s Director of Basketball Operations Jeff de Laveaga.  “This year’s squads have some pretty big shoes to fill, as our top U17 team last year ran off 29-straight wins and (5) tournament championships, while being ranked as high as number #11 in the country,” concludes de Laveaga.

The Arizona Magic has also merged their U15 top talent with BJ Letcher’s Arizona Aces.  More to come surrounding this merger.

The Arizona Magic program has finalized its tournament schedule for the spring and summer:

The 2012 Arizona Magic program is proud to announce the following Arizona players have made the program rosters:

ARIZONA MAGIC PUMP N RUN – 2013

Larry Lewis, 6’2” Arcadia High School:  Lewis is arguably considered the number #1 2012 recruit in the state.  Committed to University of Southern California (USC) as a sophomore, however, Larry has decommitted from USC and plans to go to prep school to reclassify in the 2013 class.  Larry led #1 ranked Arcadia High School in scoring and steals and took them to this year’s final four before losing to eventual-champions Peoria HS.  Larry is lightning-quick with a deadly first step, as he attacks defenders leaving them helpless.  Larry has proved he can consistently hit the three and has an explosive pull-up jump shot to go with this attack game, which makes him virtually unguardable.  Lewis reclassifying as a 2013 prospect makes him a definite high-major prospect.

Gary Williams, 6’6” Westwind Prep International:  After spending last AAU season with the highly competitive Northern California Lakeshow squad, Williams will be putting on a Magic uniform for the first time this season.  Williams is an amazing athlete that has an NBA body already.  Williams is explosive getting to the basket and plays the game extremely physically.  At 6-foot-6, Williams possesses the skills to play point guard, shooting guard and small forward at any time on the court, which makes him very versatile.  Williams has worked very hard on his outside shot, and once that happens, his recruitment will take off to a whole new level.  Williams has 8-offers in hand to date and will receive many more after the spring viewing period.

Dalvin Brown, 6’9” North High School:  Brown is an explosive power forward that possesses similar skills as former Duke standout and NBA player Elton Brand.  He already has a high-major Division I body standing 6-foot-8, 230-pounds.  Brown uses his body extremely well as he punishes defenders down low and throwing his weight around to his advantage.  Brown has worked very hard to be able to step outside and knock down the 17-foot jump shot, which makes him very difficult to defend.  Brown got bit by the AIA and was ruled ineligible this high school season due to his move from a prep school last season.  Look for Brown to have a breakout spring and summer playing in a Magic uniform.  Brown is most likely planning on attending prep school next season and reclassify as a 2013 prospect.

Cody McDavis, 6’8” Pinnacle High School: McDavis is the number #1 unsigned senior in Arizona at this stage.  Davis is 6-foot-8, 230-pounds and is explosive around the rim.  He possesses great touch inside with endless post moves down low, as well as great touch from the perimeter.  McDavis led his HS team to back-to-back state final-fours.  He averaged a double-double and makes great decisions when doubled down low.  Cody currently has four offers to date: Cal State Northridge, UC Davis, UC Riverside and Northern Colorado.  Look for McDavis to gain major interests from major Division I program this spring and summer, as he takes his talents to the Magic program for the first time in his career.

Jalen Richard, 6’3” Posten Butte High School:  Richard has blown up this year after taking his game to brand new heights.  Richard led his team in scoring (26-ppg), assists (5-apg), steals (4-spg), while second in rebounding (5-rpg) and blocks (1-pg).  Richard is extremely athletic and has developed an all-around game that makes him very difficult to defend.  He can launch the three with a fully developed jump shot, put the ball on the floor and dip his shoulder either way to get to the rim, or pull up off the bounce for the mid-range game.  Richard is a complete player as he is great defender.  He has played club ball at the highest level versus the nation’s best since he was 11-years old.  Richard also is a great rebounder for his size making him a truly valuable component for any team.  Richard is currently projected as a high-major prospect at this stage.

Tim Kempton, 6’10” Brophy College Prep:  Kempton, the son for former Notre Dame star and NBA player Tim Kempton, this kid has progressed very nicely over the last 24-months and is playing for former Stanford coach Tony Fuller at Brophy Prep.  Tim led the Broncos in rebounds, blocks and was second in scoring with a 15-points per/game average.  Kempton is a legit 6-10 with a very soft touch around the basket, and has the ability to shoot from three.  He is learning to play facing the basket as his game already translates to the next level.  Kempton made major strides last summer playing for the Magic and college programs all over the nation have taken noticed. Kempton is one of the top recruits in the 2013 class and will have 10+ major Division-I offers by this time next year.

Kevin Bowman, 6’2” Pinnacle High School:  Bowman is recognized as the best shooter in the state from long distance as he shoots over 55% from behind the arc.  Major interests right now coming from low to mid-major division-I programs.  Bowman is very athletic and can break his defender down off the dribble, and also has the ability to get to the rim with ease.  He is far from a one-dimensional player as he finds multiple ways to score.  Bowman can catch and shoot, has change-of-speed breakdown moves, solid athleticism and is a 91% free throw shooter.  Bowman is a game-changer with his ability to shoot the rock and produced some great highlights last year in a Magic uniform.  Bowman is currently a low to mid-major prospect and had fantastic 2011 and 2012 seasons - leading his team to back-to-back state final-four appearances.

James Harper, 6’5” Brophy College Prep:  Harper is extremely under-recruited as this stage.  A very athletic 6-foot-5 guard with a 37-inch vertical has tremendous upside for any college program. Harper led the Brophy Broncos in scoring, rebounds and steals this season.  Harper has a very solid all-around game, as he defends, score and makes plays all over the basketball court.  Look for Harper to have a break-out spring and summer with his first full year in the Magic program.  James had an incredible career at Brophy playing for Coach Tony Fuller (former Stanford University head coach).

Kye de Laveaga, 6’2” Horizon High School:  de Laveaga has major interests from low-major Division I, Division II and NAIA programs at this stage.  De Laveaga has a great feel for the game and just makes basketball plays all game long.  Kye moved into the point guard spot this season for his high school team where he averaged 12-points, 6-assists a game and finished the season off with (5) consecutive 20+ point games.  Kye has always had one of the best jump shots in the state, but it is his ability to make his team better that makes him so valuable to any team.  He has a lightning-quick release and moves great with and without the ball - reading screens and defenders constantly.  De Laveaga was recognized as the MVP in two U17 tournaments last club season - averaging 15-points & 7-assists at those events.  As de Laveaga continues to develop physically, he will be a mid to low-major Division-I prospect.

John Marshall, 6’1” Desert Vista High School:  Marshall is a warrior. He is a three-time varsity contributor at Desert Vista as a junior and continues to play the game with an unmatched passion.  Marshall is very developed, strong and doesn’t mind contact.  In fact, he invites it with his style of play.  He has great handles and is very unselfish when running the point. Marshall is considered one of the best on-ball defenders in the state. Marshall has been the captain and leader of the highly successful Gym Rats teams, as well as the Magic program since age 11.  He has improved his outside shot to become a consistent three point threat over the last 12-months.  Marshall excels in the transition game, and is fun to watch in the open court. He is a born leader and has led the Magic squad by example for the last 4-years.  Marshall is currently considered a low to mid-major prospect.

Devin White, 6’3” Marcos de Niza High School:  White has started every game for Marcos de Niza since his sophomore year.  Now a junior, White has become the leader on and off the court for Marcos.  His relentless style of play has translated into a fierce competitor who will run through walls to win games.  White has improved his outside game and is deadly going left off the dribble.  He is very athletic and has a good feel for the game, as he has played club ball at the highest level since he was nine.  White is one of the top rated guards in the 2013 class and continues to work on his game daily.  Look for White to have a big club ball season this year and take his recruiting to another level.

ARIZONA MAGIC PUMP N RUN – 2014

Casey Benson, 6’2” Corona del Sol High School:  Benson had a fantastic year at #1 ranked Corona del Sol as he led the way to the state of Arizona's Division-I State Championship.  Casey has unlimited range as a shooter and is a very heady player, rarely making a poor decision on the court.  Benson is a coach’s dream, as he just makes everyone better around him. Benson is very developed physically and uses his body well to draw contact and get to the line. He is a 90% free throw shooter. He plays the game a lot like Phoenix Suns Steve Nash.  Benson will play at the next level and will make his college coach very happy with his ability to play the game.  He is truly special.  Benson is currently considered a high-major prospect and has already received offers from ASU and St. Mary’s.

Tate de Laveaga, 6’2” Horizon High School:  de Laveaga has already generated major interests from many Division I mid-major programs.  Tate is as tough as they come and a fierce competitor.  He is physically built like a tank, standing 6-foot-2 and weighing 170-pounds. His hard-nosed attitude and pure determination has propelled Tate to be a leader on the court, regardless of his age.  Tate has what coaches call "swagger," which translates on the court very well.  His game is very developed as he can catch and shoot from anywhere on the court.  He can break his defender down off the dribble and get to the rim.  The most impressive thing about his game right now is he has developed a mid-range game, which is a lost art these days.  Most players are purely spot up shooters, penetrators, or one-one players, but very few can do all three.

Connor MacDougall, 6’9” Desert Vista High School: Sophomore post player, MacDougall is a rapidly developing prospect in the 2014 class. MacDougall has excellent size already and is still growing a great deal.  His body already has good size to his young frame.  MacDougall has solid low-post skills and a good-looking shooting stroke with a soft touch out to 15 feet. MacDougall is at his best as a rebounder, where he does a good job of gaining inside position, and finding a man to put a body on when the ball is in the air. He is a good finisher inside and does not mind physical contact, which allows him to get to the free throw line quite often, where he is a good free-throw shooter.  MacDougall runs the floor very well for his size and has good stamina - a nice quality for a post player his size and age.  Over the next couple years, MacDougall should develop nicely into one of the better looking post prospects in the class - becoming one of the more sought after prospects in the state.  Continuous hard work will play a major factor in his development. MacDougall is projected to be a mid-major plus  to high major prospect.

Sam Jones, 6’7” Gilbert Christian High School:  Jones can flat out play ball. He is long and lanky with a great touch from anywhere on the court.  He is considered one of the best big man shooters in the state and is getting Pac-12 looks already.  He already has a great mid-range game, and as he develops physically he will see his game continue to progress.  He was a critical piece for Gilbert Christian's state Division III championship run this year.  Jones is a kid that could play at the high-major division-I level.  Though undersized physically, Jones rebounds extremely well for his body as he has a great sense for the ball. Jones is currently projected as a high-major prospect.

Zylan Cheatham, 6’7” South Mountain High School:  Cheatham is a long and rangy athlete that is as athletic as they come.  Cheatham also possesses all the skills needed to be a high major prospect and one of the top recruits in the 2014 class. Coaches love to talk upside, and Cheatham has tremendous upside as a player.  His  versatility is already apparent as he can go down in the post and score over the top of smaller defenders, or he can step out to the perimeter and knock down 20 footers.  His length and athleticism allows him to make plays many cannot, and he will only continue to develop over time.  Cheatham is about to blow up this spring and summer, and will be one of the most highly recruited kids to come out of South Phoenix in a long time.  With continued hard work, this young man will have a chance to round into a serious high-major division-I prospect.

Roberto Reyes, 6’4” Gilbert Christian High School:  Reyes has been on the top of this class ranking list for years now. Roberto developed early and hasn't let up his work ethic, as he is developing into a very nice wing player.  He is relentless on the boards and finishes very well around the rim.  Roberto plays hard on both ends of the court and is a solid team player.  Reyes is working very hard on improving his ball handling and developing a long range game to his already talented style of play.  Reyes is projected as a low to mid-major prospect.

Jalen Brown, 6’3” Mountain Pointe High School:  Brown is as athletic as they come.  Not only was Brown an all-state football free safety the last two seasons, he also starts and plays major minutes for Mountain Pointe high school's basketball team.  He is explosive on the break and has the speed to blow by any defender.  Brown can shoot the ball and has developed a mid-range and long distance game this year, which makes very difficult to guard.  Brown’s best skillset is his ability to defend. Jalen is considered the best defender in the program, regardless of age, as he has incredible footspeed and lateral quickness. Jalen can be one of the best 2014 prospects, as he continues to develop and grow into his frame.  There’s no telling just how far he will go.  He has the ability to be a 2-sport All-State athlete by the time he is done with his high school play.  Brown is currently considered a mid-major prospect.

Jordan Howard, 5’10” Perry High School: Howard is a lightning quick point guard that possesses great basketball IQ and the ability to make everyone around him better.  Jordan is deadly from the perimeter and rarely takes a bad shot, or makes a bad decision on the court.  He puts extreme pressure on the defensive end of the court with his ability to guard.  Jordan also has a great feel for the game, as he anticipates passing lanes and leads the team in steals.  Look for Jordan to have a breakout spring and summer playing for the first time in a Magic uniform.  Jordan is considered a low to mid-major prospect.

Nathan Markovich, 6’1” Basha High School: Markovich is as athletic as they come. He plays well beyond his years, as he grew up under Basha High School stars Nick & Natalie Markovich and developed the passion for the game early on.  This Markovich is a warrior on the court, as he is relentless on the defensive end of the court and has a passion to attack on the offensive end.  With incredible bounce, Markovich elevates over defenders to get his shots off in traffic.  He has improved his consistency from the perimeter and is becoming a true pass-first, shoot-second point guard.  Markovich has the ability to change the course of games simply by playing as hard has he does.  He has great handles and is very quick in his transition of the ball up the court.  Probably his best quality is his demeanor on the court, as it never changes - no matter how stressful the situation or how bad a call was or if he misses shots.  The term "Poker Face" is perfect for Markovich and will serve him well, as he continues to play this game.

U17 ARIZONA MAGIC - ELITE

TK Edogi, 6’7” Valley Vista High School: TK Edogi stands 6-feet 7-inches and is a very talented prospect.  He is a pure athlete that attacks the rim at will.  TK has been under-recruited due to the division his high school plays in, but that will all change this spring and summer playing on the Mullins' Arizona Magic Elite program.  Edogi has the ability to be a mid to high major recruit now that his grades are in line with NCAA qualifications.  He has a very nice touch from the perimeter and has the athletic ability to go by his man and finish strong in the lane.  This is the first year TK will be in a Magic uniform and his recruiting should take off, as we project him as a solid mid-major college prospect.

Derrick Bowers, 6’2” St. Mary’s High School: Bowers is an exceptional athlete with great bounce and motor.  Bowers is very under-recruited, as he may be the best athlete in the Magic program this year.  Bowers is a great on-the-ball defender that can change the course of the game with his feet.  Bowers will be suiting up for the first time in a Magic uniform this spring and summer, so look for his recruitment to take off to a whole new level.  Bowers has worked very hard on rounding out his game with countless hours in the gym and working on his perimeter game.

Vamba Donzo, 6’5” Glendale High School: Donzo has developed as a player over the past two years, and is now one of the better prospects in Arizona's 2012 senior class.  Donzo showcases his length, athleticism and ability to slash and flourish in the open floor - making him an intriguing prospect for the collegiate level.  Donzo is still developing as a player and is just beginning to come into his own, so he still has some very good upside as a prospect.  His sheer athletic talent is a nice attribute and he thrives in an up-tempo style of play.  He may struggle in an half-court game at this point, so he will need to continue to improve his handle of the basketball and consistent jump shot outside three-point distance on the floor.

Jonathan Wilson, 6’6” Independence High School: Wilson has improved so much over the course of a year, he looks like a completely different player.  For taking up the game very late in his young life, Wilson is an outstanding athlete that has made his nitch on the defensive end of the court.  Jonathan blocks shots and cleans up the glass like a mad-man.  He has a great nose for the ball and positions himself nicely to rebound every miss.  Wilson has worked very hard on his offensive game and developed some solid low post moves to go with his quickness.  As Wilson continues to improve on his offensive skills, he will, no doubt, be playing after his high school career ends.  This is Wilson’s second year in a Magic uniform and his recruiting should take off, as we project him as a solid low-major college prospect at this stage of his development.

Kyle Pitman, 6’3” Desert Vista High School: Pitman had a breakout junior season at Desert Vista high school where he battled all season to break into their talented starting lineup.  Not only did Pitman do just that, he became one of their top performers - making it to the state’s division-I final four before losing to eventual state champion Corona del Sol HS.  Pitman is a very athletic 6-3 combo-guard who can shoot from distance, and has a well-developed mid-range game.  Pitman has been working on his body and can now take the physical punishment defenders attempt to put on him without affecting his game. This is Pitman’s first year in a Magic uniform, so look for Kyle to really excel throughout the spring and summer.

Avery Brunson, 6’3” Marcos De Niza High School: Brunson is an offensive machine when it comes to putting the ball in the hole.  Brunson had a very solid junior year at Marcos de Niza.  Although their record was very poor, Brunson was a bright spot.  Brunson joined the Magic program mid-year last year, and came on very strong towards the end of the club season. Brunson is explosive on the offensive end of the court, as he can score in multiple ways.  He has a great first step and is able to blow by his defender, he can catch and shoot from anywhere on the court and he rebounds well for his height and can finish in traffic.  Look for Brunson to excel under the coaching style of Mullins, and his recruiting should sky-rocket this year.

David Taylor, 6’2” Willow Canyon High School: David Taylor is a 6-2 combo-guard from Willow Canyon High School where he led his team in scoring, assists and steals.  Taylor is an athletic combo-guard that has the ability to run the show from the point guard spot or move to the two-man spot and score you some points in a hurry. Taylor's best part of his game just might by his defense.  Taylor can change the game with his feet by locking down the opponent’s best player.  Taylor is an unselfish player who cares more about the victory than he does about his own stats.  This is the first year for Taylor in a Magic uniform and look for his recruitment to expand quite-a-bit, as Taylor enters into his senior year next fall.

ARIZONA MAGIC – SENIORS 2012

Connor Patterson, 6’6” Gilbert Christian High School:  Patterson is a son of an NFL standout and had a fantastic senior campaign, as he was award the State's MVP for the Division III Class.  Connor has a division-I body and is transitioning from a power forward to a wing this spring and summer.  Patterson was a key component to the Gilbert Christian state championship this year.  Patterson has really worked on his perimeter play over the last 12-months, and is looking to have a breakout spring and summer on the club circuit this season.  Patterson is currently considered a Division-II/NAIA prospect.

Austin Cooke, 6’7” Desert Mountain High School: Cooke had a big senior year at Desert Mountain HS as he led the Wolves in scoring, was second in rebounding and third in assists.  Cooke is a deadly outside shooter and has worked very hard on becoming more physical.  Cooke has added a nice in-between game to his arsenal this year, and is not just a spot-up guy any longer.  Austin is an exceptional rebounder for his size and does not mind to mix it up underneath the hoop either.  Cooke has a very high basketball IQ and plays very well within a system.  This is the first year Cooke will be in a Magic uniform, so look for Cooke’s recruitment to take off this spring and summer.

Tuff Barnes, 6’7” Westwind International: Tuff Barnes is one of the best spot shooters in the state of Arizona.  Younger brother of Bo Barnes (ASU, via University of Hawaii), Tuff won multiple state championships at Scottsdale Christian High School before taking his talents to Westwind Prep International last season.  Barnes is long and lanky with a 6-7 frame and shoots over defenders with ease when he can get space.  Barnes has been working very hard on his physic, as he is in the weight room 3-times a week.  Tuff has very high basketball IQ and plays very well within a system.  Look for Barnes' recruitment to take off this spring and summer in a Magic uniform.

Charles Benson, 6’5” Amphitheater High School:  Benson had a great high school career at Amphitheater High School in Tucson Arizona, where he went 117-3 for his career there.  Charles was teammates with Arizona Magic standout Tim Derksen (University of San Francisco signee).  Benson is as strong as they come with extremely wide shoulders and has great athletic ability.  Benson is a rebound machine with great touch inside the paint.  Charles has worked extremely hard on his outside game and now knocks down three-pointers consistently from beyond the arch.  Benson also has a 4.4 CUM GPA and is looking to take his recruitment to the next level in a Magic uniform.

KJ Hoffman, 6’6” Desert Vista High School: KJ Hoffman has had a very solid high school career at basketball powerhouse, Desert Vista HS.  Hoffman is a three-year varsity starter that has a great perimeter game.  Hoffman draws bigger defenders away from the basket as he knocks down threes very consistently.  Hoffman plays the game with great passion and has a high basketball IQ.  He rarely takes a poor shot or makes bad basketball plays.  This is Hoffman’s first year in a Magic uniform and his recruiting should take off, as we project him as a solid low-major college prospect at this stage.

Allante Smith, 6’3” South Mountain High School: Smith is a nice sleeper prospect, as he is a combo-guard prospect - capable of playing the point guard position full-time, if need be. Smith is able to get almost anywhere he wants to on the floor and is a good penetrator and finisher, with very good body control.  Smith is also a very good scorer and has a nice shooting stroke with range.  Smith is also a very good slasher and open court player, where he thrives in the open floor.  He also keeps defenders off balance with his ability to score off the dribble and has crafty hesitation moves.

Anthony Vargas, 6’1” Westview High School: Anthony Vargas had a very solid senior campaign at Westview High School.  A 6-foot 1, 165-pound senior point-guard prospect, Vargas is a tough competitor that has great demeanor on the court, which is exactly what you want in a floor leader.  Vargas is lightning quick with the ball in his hands and very crafty with his ability to get into the lane and cause defenses to collapse.  He has great decision-making skills and finds the open teammate under extreme pressure.  This is the first year Vargas will be in a Magic uniform and his recruiting should take off as we project him as a solid small college prospect.

Logan Fougnies, 6’0” Gilbert Christian High School:  Fougnies has committed to play with NAIA's Vanguard College in Costa Mesa California.  Logan had a great senior year leading Gilbert Christian HS to a Division-III State Championship this season.  Fougnies is a warrior and a great floor general - leading his team to countless victories. Fougnies has really developed over the past three years, and all his hard work has earned him the ability to play at the next level.  Fougnies has great range as a shooter and has the strength to get in and out of traffic in the paint.  His ability to put tremendous pressure on his opponents' point guard creates multiple turnovers.

U16 ARIZONA MAGIC - ELITE

Andre Adams, 6’8” Westview High School: Andre Adams stands 6-8 and, as a sophomore, he ranks as one of the top young talents in Arizona.  Adams had a great season at Westview, as they went to the playoffs for the first time in years.  Adams is considered among the best 2014 prospects in the state, but he has only scratched the surface in terms of development. Adams can be one of the best the state has seen in recent years, if he can continue to improve.  Adams is long and athletic.  He rebounds extremely well and can finish around the basket with either hand.  He is further advanced on the defensive end of the court, as he is able to alter many shots with his timing and reach.  This is the first season for Andre in a Magic uniform and his recruitment will certainly sky-rocket as the spring and summer progresses.

Yusuf Shehata, 5’10” Amphitheater High School: Shehata is a very strong and talented point guard coming from the Tucson powerhouse basketball program Amphitheater high school.  Yusuf played alongside Magic superstar Tim Derksen (USF Commit) and big man, first-year Magic player Charles Benson.  No wonder why Amphitheater went to back-to-back state championship games, winning it in 2011 and finishing runner ups in 2012.  Yusuf uses his very strong physical body to his advantage on the court.  He creates space very well with great speed and lateral quickness.  He has a deadly shot from the perimeter and has worked very hard on his ability to finish at the rim over taller players.  This is the second season for Yusuf in a Magic uniform and look for his recruitment to expand quite-a-bit as Yusuf has improved a great deal from last year.

Romano Bottini, 6’1” Brophy College Prep: Bottini is a strong, very developed athlete who plays the game with great passion and physicality.  Bottini is athletic, quick and has good size and has developed into a very good basketball player. Romano loves to use his physical body to his advantage and is considered one of the top defenders in the state.  He can guard the smaller quicker guards, as well as step in the paint and guard the bigs on the floor.  Bottini has worked very hard on improving his off-hand, as he has always been a crafty lefty that attacks the basket with force.  Bottini has also worked hard on developing his outside game and look for him to continue to improve, as he is relentless at working on his weaknesses.

Brody Sharkey, 5’9” Peoria High School: Sharkey is a crafty guard with a great change of speed and change of direction. He has great quickness and can create his own shot at any time on the court.  Sharkey is a pure scorer as he attacks defenses relentlessly.  Sharkey can shoot a legitimate jump shot, as Sharkey rises up over defenders with a sweet stroke from anywhere on the court.  With his jumping ability Sharkey can attack the rim and finish over taller defenders in the paint.  This is Sharkey's second season in a Magic uniform - therefore look for Sharkey’s game to explode throughout the spring and summer in the u16 division.

Dominic Krane, 6’3” Marcos De Niza High School: Krane is a work-horse on the basketball court.  His relentless style of play is contagious to his teammates and anyone watching him play the game.  Krane plays a lot bigger than his 6-3 frame suggests as he has always played inside the paint.  In a Magic uniform, Krane will now have the opportunity to play facing the basket and play the game like a guard.  Krane already has a nice shooting touch from the perimeter, and is working very hard to extend his range well beyond the three point line.  This is Krane’s first year in a Magic uniform and we look forward to his development.

Connor Triplett, 6’4” Brophy College Prep: Triplett is a 6’4” forward that is extremely strong, smart and physical.  Playing for former Stanford University head coach, Tony Fuller, Connor gets some great coaching throughout the high school season. Triplett is a hard-nosed player who doesn’t mind mixing it up underneath the hoop.  He has the strength to play taller opponents inside the paint, as well as the quickness to defend quicker players on the perimeter.  Triplett has worked hard on his outside shot over the last 12-months, and now can consistently knock down the outside jumper from 19-feet and in.  This is the second season for Connor in a Magic uniform.

Lyrik Shereiner, 6’2” Glendale High School: Shereiner plays alongside the very talented Vamba Donzo at Glendale high school.  Lyrik plays a very aggressive style of play, as if he was playing football on the basketball court.  Lyrik is a coach’s dream, as he works extremely hard and never complains about his role or playing time.  He is going to give you all he has 100% of the time on the court.  Lyrik has developed his game quite-a-bit over the year, and continues to work on his weaknesses.  One of the best defenders in the program, Lyrik is a go-to-guy when you need someone to shut down the opponent's best scorers.  This is the second season for Lyrik in a Magic uniform, and look for his role to expand quite-a-bit as Lyrik has improved a great deal from last year.

Isaiah Bellamy, 6’4” Westview High School: Isaiah Bellamy is an athletic sophomore who possesses a great attitude and work ethic.  Bellamy plays the game with great passion and energy.  Bellamy plays a lot bigger than his 6-4 frame, as he battles big men inside the paint.  This is Bellamy’s first year in a Magic uniform, and we look forward to his development.

Jake Feingod, 5’9” Prescott High School: Feingold is a solid point-guard with a great work ethic.  Feingold is a hard-nosed warrior with a never-say-die attitude.  Feingold possesses great ball handling skills and the ability to find the open man on the court.  He can knock down the open shot and makes his teammates better around him.  Feingold is in his first year in the Magic program and we look forward to his development.

U15 ARIZONA MAGIC/ACES