5 Tour USA participants from AUBD programs have already been identified as college scholarship players by American coaches. This is an unprecedented accomplishment since we have not played in any games yet and have only been in training camp. A coach from a top 25 college basketball program has described 1 of these 5 players as "the best player in his class" (this includes America as well as Australia) and that "top programs like Duke and UConn will definitely be interested in recruiting him". These are MASSIVE statements and are very encouraging for all Tour USA participants. 3 players are up for full scholarships to junior colleges for the 2011 - 2012 season. The other player who has not finished high school yet, has been offered the opportunity to attend one of the premiere high schools here in Arizona for the duration of his high school career.
This is just the beginning seeing as though we haven't played any games yet. College coaches and scouts from different levels have already committed to coming to watch our teams play at various games and tournaments and I expect at least another 3 - 5 boys to be identified for scholarships by the end of the trip.
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WELL DONE & Congratulations to all the boys selected for any scholarships offered - your future is looking good.... make us PROUD
ReplyDelete(although we are already OVER THE MOON)what a fantastic Christmas present......
p.s. guys call your parents more than once a week