The state of Arizona continues to prove itself as one of the premier hotbeds for basketball talent in the country, and another elite national prospect is rapidly becoming a household name. Dream City Christian Prep’s Malachi Jordan, a 6-foot-6, 185-pound junior, has firmly established himself as one of the top overall prospects in America’s loaded 2027 class. Currently ranked as the No. 6 overall prospect nationally in the 2027 class by ESPN, Jordan is already separating himself among the nation’s elite prospects after an outstanding junior season while competing on the prestigious Nike EYBL Scholastic League circuit with Dream City…
Author: Anthony Ray
The spring basketball season is officially underway across the country, and with it comes one of the most important weekends on the national recruiting calendar. Beginning Friday and running through Sunday, the NCAA Evaluation Period tips off, marking the first and only opportunity this spring for NCAA Division-I college coaches to get out on the road and evaluate top high school prospects in person. As a result, Division-I college coaches from every level, especially the high-major Division-I level, will have their full attention focused on the nation’s loaded 2027 class, and Arizona once again figures to be one of the…
One of the biggest storylines in Arizona basketball and America became official on Thursday, as Mesa High School superstar guard Kyi Kyi Miles has announced his transfer to AZ Compass Prep, where he will now compete on the prestigious Nike EYBL Scholastic circuit against many of the top high school basketball programs in America. The move marks a major turning point in the young star’s already remarkable basketball journey, as Miles leaves the AIA and Arizona high school basketball scene after two sensational sophomore seasons at Mesa High School, to now return to the national prep basketball spotlight after once…
The basketball world was shaken this week by the tragic passing of former Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke, who reportedly passed away on May 11 at the age of 29. According to reports released this week, authorities responded to a medical emergency at a residence in the San Fernando Valley area, where Clarke was later pronounced dead. Reports have stated that the incident is currently being investigated as a possible overdose. For Arizona basketball fans, the loss hits especially close to home. Clarke was a graduate of Desert Vista High School in Phoenix, Arizona, where he first began establishing himself…
One college basketball program that is quickly creating major national buzz on the recruiting trail is the University of West Virginia, as the Mountaineers have assembled what many analysts consider one of the Top 10 recruiting classes in America. What makes the recruiting haul even more intriguing is how heavily it has been dominated by members of the powerhouse CIA-Bella Vista Prep basketball program, which recently captured the Nike EYBL Scholastic National Championship and established itself as one of the premier prep programs in America. West Virginia first made headlines when the program secured the commitment of highly regarded prospect…
The wait is now over for one of the top uncommitted prospects in Arizona’s 2026 Class, as AZ Compass Prep’s 6-foot-8 athletic senior forward Elijah Summers-Livingston has decided to sign with Youngstown State University and Head Coach Ethan Faulkner and his coaching staff. Livingston announced his commitment on Monday on social media on Monday. Livingston was one of the top available prospects in Arizona’s senior class of uncommitted prospects. Elijah Summers-Livingston landed @ AZ Compass Prep last summer after a separation from Basha High School, and playing his first two seasons of high school basketball at Basha HS. Summers-Livingston was a integral part of…
Arizona has quickly become one of the premier hotbeds for basketball talent in the country. With elite high school programs, nationally recognized prep schools, and a thriving junior college system, the level of competition and exposure has never been higher. But with that rise has come a new challenge. More talent. More competition. Fewer opportunities. In today’s recruiting landscape which is dominated by the NCAA Transfer Portal, high school student-athletes are finding it harder than ever to secure college opportunities. While thousands of players across the country are chasing the same goal, only a select few truly understand how to…
The pipeline from Pima Community College to Division-I basketball continues to thrive, as 6-foot-4 freshman standout Will Feagles has officially announced his commitment to William & Mary University. The 6-foot-4 sharp-shooting combo guard, Feagles emerged this season as one of the top young guard prospects in the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference (ACCAC), playing a key role for one of the nation’s premier junior college programs. Feagles put together an impressive freshman campaign for Pima, averaging 11 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2 assists per game, while showcasing elite efficiency as a perimeter shooter. He shot 39.9% from three-point range, 42.6% from the field,…
In today’s ever-changing college basketball landscape, timing is everything, and for Charles Southern transfer 6-foot- junior point guard Amari Carraway, the journey to his next opportunity has been one of patience, persistence and production. After a strong junior season at Charleston Southern University, Carraway has officially landed at Chicago State University, where he will continue his college career under Head Coach Landon Bussie. Caraway made the most of his opportunity this past season, appearing in (24) games and showing flashes of the scoring ability that has made him such an intriguing prospect. One performance, however, separated itself from the rest.…
In a season filled with elite performances and rising national attention across Arizona high school basketball, one player stood out not only for what he did on the court, but for what he represents beyond it. Maryvale High School’s dynamic 5-foot-10 senior point guard Adrian “Ace” Stubbs has been named as the 2026 Elevating Change Player of the Year – an honor that recognizes the individual who made the most powerful impact through leadership, resilience, and influence within their community. Stubbs’ selection is a reflection of more than just talent. It’s about growth, perseverance, and the ability to inspire others through…