Dr. Kris Watkins
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Owner of @CoachWatkinsATH|Owner & Director of @SHReport | Media/Evaluator for @OnTheRadarHoops|Holds a Doctorate in Education
Joined March 2010
Southern Hoops Report Summer Showcase.🗓️Saturday May 31st. College Coaches✔️.National Media Exposure✔️.Highlight Tapes/Write ups✔️. -Our Summer showcase has an extensive alumni list w/ players at colleges all over the country. Register Here:.
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For those of you who have NEVER BEEN A HEAD COACH. It’s not as easy as you think. It’s not a Video game, you can put players in a position to be successful and sometimes it doesn’t work out. Coaches beat themselves up enough win or lose they don’t need you doing it too!.
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If you are Legit 6'6+ and want to get your school paid for at some level do these things consistently.-Run the Floor.-Have a high motor.-Rebound.-Defend w/out fouling.-Be able to catch the ball. Notice I did not say (Become a wing, shoot 3's, dunk it, etc.).
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We are excited to welcome #NaomiGraceWatkins into the world!She was born at 2:38am this morning and weighs 9lbs 1oz and was 20 3/4 inches. Mother and baby are both doing well. #TheWatkinsFamilyIsGrowing
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I assure you your ranking on a website in High School WILL NOT MATTER when you get to college.
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For prospects in the 2022 class you got 2 shots this summer. 1. HS Team playing in the June Open Period . 2. Travel team playing in July . What are you doing to prepare for the moment? . What will make you stand out during those games?. All it takes is 1 game to change your life!.
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Most of you shooting guards/wings need to understand you probably WILL NOT be the primary ball handler at collegiate level so you better figure out how to score/be productive without the ball in your hands the whole time.You can not take 10+ dribbles to get to your spot/shot off.
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So kids are not suppose to be proud of making all region or teams not suppose to be excited about making state tournament if their region isn’t considered ELITE in eyes basketball media? Kids can’t help where they go to school and they definitely don’t make region alignments.
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HS Players:. When you are warming up at events in front of College Coaches and media it’s probably a good idea to take out your AirPods during warmups . heard numerous Coaches mention it this weekend.
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Players in the Class of 2022:. This is NOT THE YEAR to say you are waiting on more offers/bigger schools. If you have an offer currently that fits you.-Academically.-Athletically.-Financially.-Socially .You need to take it while it is there because someone else will!.
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HS Players:. Transfers are/will be the New Norm-they are a known commodity for college coaches. You are going to have to work harder than you ever thought about working to even have a chance to play in college. Get Stronger/Get Better NEVER Think you are good enough/Never Settle.
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HS Players:. Most of you spent all June playing with your HS team then jumped right back into travel basketball July 1. We just finished the first open period. YOU NEED TO TAKE A FEW DAYS OFF!. Let your body REST & HEAL so you are ready for the next open period in 2 weeks!.
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For every random person in stands/on social media who claims they are a better coach than a HS Coach. Its easy to prove:. -Go get a degree in education/get your teacher certification.-Teach 5+ classes a day w/ 30+ kids in each class.-THEN you get to actually coach. Good Luck. .
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Note to HS Players: . If it looks like coaching you is miserable experience for your HS coach (your attitude, bad shots, bad teammate, etc) what makes you think a College Coach sitting in the stands watching would want to coach you at the Next Level?.
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#JucoReport:. 6'5 Tracy Hector (South GA State).Has committed to FAMU. -AVG 15ppg 9.4rpg 7apg 3.1spg .-2 triple/doubles this season.-Conference Defensive Player of Year. Was one of Top Available Juco players in the nation. Will be an immediate impact player
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College Coaches unless you respond to EVERY email and tweet/DM you get about a recruit then quit whining about kids not responding when you contact them. We get it you feel disrespected when kids don’t respond to you but let’s not have the pot calling the kettle black.
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So we don’t want people in Sports to talk about Politics but a lot of people in Politics seem to have a lot of opinions about Sports/Athletes 🤔. And for the record EQUALITY & SOCIAL JUSTICE are not political it should be considered common Human Decency.
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If you are wondering what you need to do to standout this weekend. 1. Play Harder than anyone else on floor . 2. Actually sit down and guard someone . 3. Talk on Defense . These 3 things will make coaches take notice of other aspects of your game.
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Will have to catch State Tournament broadcast replays later tonight. Got a very special Daddy Daughter Date/Dance night with #HarperLeighWatkins
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HS Players Playing in #NCAAGeorgia This weekend Remember Someone is ALWAYS WATCHING. Don't miss out on recruitment because:.1. Your Selfish and Don't Pass the Ball.2. Pout while your on the floor.3. Don't Sprint Back on Defense.4. Not being a good teammate while your on the benc.
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There were countless long nights and hardships along the way. But I'm proud to say I am now Dr. Watkins!!!
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Social media has gotten to be an extremely uglier place over the last 6 months and will get even uglier as we head into November. We would all be better served spending more time uplifting as opposed to always tearing down.
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We are excited to introduce . Harper Leigh Watkins. 8lbs12oz.21.5''. Born April 15th at 9:39pm. #ItsAGirl.#TheWatkinsFamilyIsGrowing
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I have watched over 40 games from our @OTRHoops The Opening in last week. The skill to simply make a layup has truly declined. If many of you would just man up and try to go through defender you would be much more successful then going around midair & consistently missing.
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HS Coaches in GA:. With Tryouts beginning next week take time this weekend to focus on Your Wife/Your Children/Yourself heading into the season!. The seasons are always long/stressful w/ bumps in the road, be sure to make sure your foundation outside of the game is strong!.
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#CoachesStandforJustice:. I don’t know what the solution is, but I do know racism and the social injustices in our Country must end. I know this is extremely long. But if you have a few minutes please read.
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Players if you want to stand out during the Open Period in April try to actually PLAY DEFENSE. 1. Chop fee/Close out don't get blown by.2. Defend & slide your feet without fouling/hand checking.3. Box Out/Rebound.4. In the post wall up & don't foul trying to block every shot.
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I want to send a big THANK YOU to everyone involved in.#SHReportShowcase today (Players/Parents/Coaches/Media/Staff). -140+ Prospects.-Gym full of College Coaches/Media. My Goal is to always put prospects in front of as Many Coaches/Media as possible and today was exceptional!
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When the ball is passed to you it is really ok to just swing it. You don’t immediately have to dribble with no purpose and stay in the same spot
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6’7 Jerrez’ Porter @TheReal_Jayy5 (@PRCCBasketball) is back w/ us at #JucoReportTop100 .This Saturday(7/21) in ATL,GA.Event Info:. Watch his #JucoReportTV Highlights from last weekend.from @CoachK_251 .🏀🔥⬇️
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@Dre_IsReloaded In all honesty man this is pretty nonsensical complaint from college coaches. They get to recruit who is on their team if they got kids who don’t compete that is on the coach. Players are more skilled than they have ever been, in my opinion the game is in a good spot. I watch.
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I am excited to announce a Brand New 100% Free Player Recruitment Database for HS Basketball Players in the Southeast (Boys/Girls) in the 2021/2022 class & College Coaches!! . Read about it here/Players take 5 minutes to fill out the form:.
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Those D2's and NAIA's you HS players ignore today will have already moved on to Juco Transfers by time you realize they were your best offer
No matter what level recruits you be happy about it and be engaged with Program. Dont wait until April to call that D2 or Naia back.
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I want to send a big THANK YOU to everyone involved in #SHReportShowcase today (Players/Parents/Coaches/Media/Staff). -50+ College Coaches/Media Members.-140+ Prospects . The Goal was to put prospects in front of as Many Coaches/Media as possible & I think today we did just that!
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HS Prospects:. I implore you to go read the bio's of players at non DI schools and see most were All Region/All State. You are a Big Fish in a Small Pond in High School. In College you are swimming w/ Sharks regardless of the level you go to. YOU BETTER BE READY!
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I will never understand why parents go bizerk and yell the WHOLE Game. What purpose is that serving? .But maybe I’m different, my dad NEVER yelled while he was sitting in the stands at my games. and for the record he has over 700 wins as a Head HS Coach so let that marinate 🤔.
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All the offers you have don't matter if you get to collegiate level and can't PRODUCE!. #ItWontBeEasy.#SuccessIsEarned.#KeepWorking
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HS basketball players:. Cherish every opportunity you have in this early season because there is no guarantee a normal season will be played in its entirety. This is not a fear tweet. This is a realistic tweet from someone who has worked in public education for 15+ years.
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First Live Period Starts Friday!. @OTRHoops Sweet 16 Session I. If your team is playing in the event let college coaches know you will be there! . Respond to this tweet w/.-Class.-Name.-Height.-HS Season Stats/Awards.-Highlight Link.-Tag your team/teammates you are playing with!
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Good luck to all the HS Coaches & Players starting their season’s today. Remember Region and State Championships aren’t won at the first practice. Take it one step at a time with the end goal in mind.
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HS Coaches in GA:. With Tryouts beginning next week take time this weekend to focus on Your Wife/Your Children/Yourself heading into the season. This season will probably be as stressful as you have EVER had, be sure to make sure your foundation outside of the game is strong.
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HS Basketball Players:. Good Luck this weekend at the first NCAA Open Period. But remember the schoolwork/test/assignments you missed you are STILL Responsible For!. Do not let the Opportunity to play these next 2 weekends take away from your responsibilities as a STUDENT.
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When making decisions of what events to attend whether it be Individual Showcases or Travel Tournaments its important to attend events run by operators who have long standing relationships w/ College Coaches. Our @OntheRadarHoops & @SHReport event staffs have the relationships
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Honest question:. How are you “slept on” if you already have multiple offers?.
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As we approach the end of the HS season & Region Tournament . Always have the same message for Seniors. Enjoy/Cherish the experience.The next game could be your last. How will you remember it? Did you give it your all?. You have been through it all w/ Your TEAM. DON’T WASTE IT!.
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HS Coaches:. During the June Open Period College Coaches will have 100's of teams to choose from. What are you doing to promote your student athletes that makes your program stand out?. I suggest a Google Doc w/ Player Academics, Contact Info, Video, Stats, etc. (Thread).
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It’s astonishing the amount of half ass thrown off the dribble one handed passes get deflected or stolen. Honestly most of you are not skilled enough to make passes one handed let alone off the dribble. Yes passing is a skill and most of you should work on it.
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HS Student Athletes:. If your school is virtual you MUST MAKE A SCHEDULE. You can not stay up all night, you need to try to treat it like a normal school day. Structure will matter, it will not be like the spring, there will be no hold harmless & schools will not be as lenient
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Got an early morning workout at 6am with #HarperLeighWatkins she refused to ride in the cart to the beach and ran like this for 15 minutes. She is only 3 and as stubborn as both her parents 😂. I don’t know if she will be a hooper or not but I love her determination!
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Head Coaches what are you doing to put your Assistant Coaches in a position to be ready to be a Head Coach themselves?. More Importantly. Assistant Coaches what are you doing to show you are prepared for more responsibility?.
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HS Players:. Heading into Region/State Tournament do as much as you can to limit exposure so you & your team can play. 1. Try to sit in front of room & not within 6 feet of classmates so you can’t get contact traced. 2. No large gatherings-limit time to Just YOUR TEAM & Family.
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It’s ok to catch the ball and not automatically start dribbling with no purpose. You can do this thing called passing when you get it.
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“No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background or his religion. People learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.”. -Nelson Mandela.
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Random Thought:. If you are legit 6'7 or taller (not listing yourself 6'7+) If you simply wall up & go vertical in the paint as opposed to trying to jump & block every shot I assure you opposing teams will shoot a lower percentage at rim & you wont continually get fouls called.
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#NJCAAMBBLive:. Markise Davis (@WallaceStHoops) was one of the top prospects I saw last night. Great size on perimeter can fill it up from 3 and had an early candidate for Dunk of the Summer.@MarkiseD .@WallaceCoach . Watch his @JucoReport 🎥
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2019 Mitch Ganote (@lamberthoops) can't be left out of the conversation as being one of Best PG's in GA. Gets to Rim ☑️.Creates for Others☑️.Defends☑️.Rebounds from Guard Position☑️. Watch these #SHReportTV Highlights.@GanoteMitch .@braccoboys .@ClayWages .@OntheRadarHoops
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#JucoReport:. 6'0 Alston Jones (@DscHoops) is a Must Recruit PG for DI schools . Read about him here:.
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#JucoReport:. 6'5 Davion Warren (Olney Central).Avg 10.2ppg/5.6rpg as a freshman. Showed his ability to score in a variety of ways at #JucoReportElite150.@occ11 .@__1Dreamchaser . Watch ⬇️
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I never tell him but I’m very proud of @TonyWatkinsHIES & everything he has accomplished. In 2003 we were coaching & living together in a small duplex in Carrollton with no heat eating nothing but Stouffer’s to him now being the AD at one of the premier private schools in Nation.
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#GladiatorShowcase:. 2019 Neil Ilenrey of @johnscreekhoops just went nuts in OT scoring 9 points including this game winner in the 2nd OT. @Ilenrey1 .@jcgladiators .@OntheRadarHoops .@KyleSandy355 .@SportsCenter .@AJCsports .@joeparkerga
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6'4 Darius Williams @EazyBuckz10 will rep @NEMCCTigers at. #JucoReportElite150 .Sat July 15th.Kell HS(Marietta,GA).
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I want to send a HUGE Thank You to the Players/Parents/Media/College Coaches/and our @SHReport Staff for a great day at our #SHReportShowcase. Especially thankful to the players & parents for trusting the platform we provide for players.
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As I begin my 36th year on 🌍 today I reflect on what I want to do better during this year. 1. Become a better husband & father (this is something as men we should always work at). 2. Force myself to take time off . 3. Do everything in my power to help more kids get in college.
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2023 Marcus Whitlock @1MarcusWhitlock had one of the dunks of the day in the late game tonight for @NewtonRamsHoops at @GAcoaches #GBCALive
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Guards are a dime a dozen! What is gonna make a college coach choose you over another guard? . YOU CAN NEVER BE SATISFIED or COMPLACENT. GET BETTER! GET STRONGER!. F’n GUARD SOMEONE!. College coaches have way too many guards to choose from. What makes you different?.
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HS Players. It’s Region & State Tournament time!. It’s win or go home time!. Nothing else that happened during the season matters at this point. It’s about coming together as a team!. Whether you start or come off the bench LEAVE IT ALL ON THE FLOOR AND GIVE EVERYTHING YOU HAVE!.
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HS Coaches: If YOU DON'T PROMOTE YOUR PLAYERS/PROGRAM by posting Stats/Videos/Stories you can't complain your players Don't Get Recruited!.
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6'10 5⭐️Caleb Wilson was DOMINANT last night at Buckhead Hoops Festival scoring from all levels of the floor while blocking everything at the rim and facilitating for teammates. Finished with 23pts/10reb/7ast/5blks/2stls. 📌.@hiesbasketball .@CalebWilson2025 .@OntheRadarHoops
2025 Caleb Wilson's size/fluidity in movement make him a matchup problem on both ends of the floor. Finished w/ 24pts/16reb/4blks/2stls at @HawksNaismith . 📌.@CalebWilson2025 .@OntheRadarHoops .@hiesbasketball .@AdamFinkelstein .@PaulBiancardi .@Barlowe500
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Success doesn’t happen overnight. It is the combination of small successes and major setbacks and persevering when many others wouldn’t. People who are successful are probably working why you are sleeping or partying. Being successful is a personal choice and commitment.
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‘21 Peyton Daniels @therealpeyton10 .has not disappointed today at @ClassicToc .the @BasketballTCHS guard is one of the best scorers I have seen so far this season .@OntheRadarHoops .@GaHoopCircle . Watch these @SHReport Highlights
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I have filmed/broken down 200+ games from our @OntheRadarHoops events since March. 2026 Amari Owens is one of the best guards I have watched this spring. If I am a MM-LM School needing a PG he is at TOP OF MY BOARD Multiple 30+ games. @OfficialHDHoops.@amariow72610469
2026 Amari Owens (@OfficialHDHoops)is one of the top prospects I have seen this spring. HIGH Motor guard who excels on/off ball,gets into the lane whenever he wants creating for teammates. Scores through/around contact. Active defender getting steals/deflections.@OntheRadarHoops
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HS Prospects in Class of 2025:. -Its not going to be any easier to get a scholarship offer this year than last. KEEP WORKING and be patient. Get STRONGER, Get BETTER. You still have to be better than college transfers 2-3 years older than you to get a college opportunity.
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2024 Will Moore (GA) has committed to Marshall University. Moore is an Elite outside shooter/shot maker with deep range. Has great length/athleticism to finish explosively at the rim. 🎥from #SHReportJamboree this weekend
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2021 Matthew Cleveland (@Pace_Hoops) scored from ALL OVER THE FLOOR Last night @NCAAGeorgia showing why he will be one of Nation's highly coveted players in his class. Watch his @SHReport 📺⬇️.@MCleveland35.@OntheRadarHoops .@coachswhite .@HypeHawks
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#MaconDreamsComeTrue. '20 @TonyCard13 is an explosive guard who is one of GA's biggest sleepers.@CoachCBlack . He Has a #SHReportShowcase INVITE.🗓 Sun March 15th.Join Him:. His @SHReport 📽️⬇️
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6'5 Tracy Hector (South GA State).Avg 13.7ppg/8.1rpg/6.7apg=VERSATILE. Top Games.18pts/14reb/8ast/4stls vs GA Highlands.16pts/7reb/5ast/2stls vs Central GA Tech.16pts/12ast/3stls vs USC-Salk. Still Available
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To be SUCCESSFUL at anything you have to be willing to sacrifice what others won’t. You have to be willing to work harder than everyone else. What are you willing to SACRIFICE to achieve your DREAMS? . Are you willing to OUTWORK everyone or just work hard? There is a difference!.
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Thank you to the Players, Parents, Coaches and Media that attended the #SHReportShowcase showcase today!. 130+ plus Student Athletes brought it all day long in skills stations & games. One of the most talented events I have helped run since starting in the business 15 years ago
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Got nominated for Teacher of Year. do not foresee myself winning but pretty cool nonetheless.
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Note to HS/Juco Prospects:. Your not doing yourself any favors posting Mixtapes where half of it is cut away shots of you tying your shoes/in warm ups etc. That might be cool for your friends but COLLEGE COACHES DO NOT WANT TO SEE THAT.
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If it requires a Baseline of Coaches or a Baseline of Evaluators/Media members for you to actually play hard on a consistent basis chances are you will get exposed if you are lucky enough to make it to the Next Level.
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Top Performers I watched at Day 1 of @OntheRadarHoops The Opening . Jayden Crawford.Zyree Brown.Jakez Baldwin.Justin Cunningham.JJ Winston Jr.Kip Redo.Noah Shy.Asani Spivey.Myles Lews.Gideon Kamuelyu.Mani Corley.Jason Welborn.Dane Diomande.Isaiah Sloan.Ben Udhe.Rob Harris.Josh
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THANK YOU to all 100+ Players, Parents, Media, and over 40 College Coaches who came to #SHReportShowcase today! .
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4 Year Coaches:. Don’t be that guy that doesn’t recruit Juco players in the Fall at their Workouts/Jamborees then wonder why in the Spring you can’t find players you feel are good enough for your program.
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HS Coaches in GA:. Please email me info on your Available Seniors and Top Underclassman that you feel can play in college to CoachKrisWatkins@aol.com. Height.Name.Contact #.Stats&Awards.Academic Info.Links to Videos.Breakdown of their game. I'm Making Free Database for colleges
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Congrats to #JucoReportElite150 and #JucoReportTop100 Alum .6'1 Kevin Holston (Baltimore City CC) on his commitment to Alabama State! . He will have 3 years to play and looks to be an immediate impact player. Read about his commitment here in his own words.
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Love the footwork displayed by 2024 Peyton Marshall @nlmbpeyton on this dunk. He was patient this weekend getting deep post position while constantly getting double teamed. Consistently made the right reads out of the double teams finding open shooters/cutters. @gameeliteatl
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I want to commend @SouthCobbBball on an amazing season and one of the best in school history. Coach Moultrie is one of GA’s Best Coaches and even better person!.
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If you are a HS Player who doesn't go to any Spring/Summer/Fall workouts & weight training don't be surprised when you are one of first cut!.
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HS Basketball Players:. We have already seen teams missing games. Try your best to limit your exposure to those individuals who are outside of your team. Whether you agree with it or not 1 case is knocking out whole teams. So best bet is to limit cases within your team.
HS basketball players:. Cherish every opportunity you have in this early season because there is no guarantee a normal season will be played in its entirety. This is not a fear tweet. This is a realistic tweet from someone who has worked in public education for 15+ years.
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Players: Your Social Media accounts are the first impression many coaches have of you. What image of yourself are YOU portraying?.
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Yesterday 2025 Akai Fleming.@akai_fleming.went for 20+ both games. Showed why he is quickly moving up the national rankings with plays like this 📷. @AtlantaCeltics.@atibah3 .@CoachDTrav .@OntheRadarHoops.@SHReport
'25 Akai Fleming @akai_fleming is looking like a stud for the Celtics this game. Had 25 earlier, & well on his way to 20 this game. 6'4 scoring guard can get you buckets in different ways. @AtlantaCeltics.
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I wanted to send a HUGE thank you to everyone involved today at our.3rd Annual #SHReportJamboree . -40+ Teams.-Numerous College Coaches.-Multiple Media Members .-High Level games all day long. Look for tons of content being posted over next month! .
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