Wayne - Trotwood Rivalry Resumes tonight; Hoop4U Top 5 Games; Davis Rams All-Time Leading Scorer;

Rams Warriors Clash Best in Miami Valley?

The High School Basketball fans of Miami Valley will get a Xmas gift that should be the price of admission. As it has been for years.

Wayne vs Trotwood.

The 2 schools who have set the bar to a level that very few have been able to reach, specifically in the last decade.
D-1 and D-2 athletes all over the court.
Sold out gyms.  Every time.
Ram Nation and the Wayne Train at it once again tonight (Wayne HS, 7:30pm).

Over the years, the talent and hype level of these games have been second to none in Southwest Ohio.
2 years ago, both teams were ranked in the Top 10 in the state. The game was shown all over the state by Fox Sports.
The former stars who have went on to play collegiately is astounding.
From the likes of Travis Trice, to Torrey Patton, to Blue Smith.
Trey Landers, Amir Foster, Myles Belyeu to name a few.

Now, new stars in the Name of Amari Davis (Trotwood) and Ronnie Hampton (Wayne).

Davis, who just became Trotwood's All-Time leading scorer, has been Mr. Basketball like in his senior year, averaging over 30 ppg, along with almost 9 boards and a whopping 7 steals a game.
7 steals a game?
More than double the 2nd place guy in the GWOC.
From a guy who is as smooth as silk, and has the offensive explosion to play for any college in the country.
Davis has led the Rams, who were ranked #1 in the preseason Polls, to a undefeated ranking and a 100 point average as they have been rolling all season.

Hampton, a dynamic guard for Wayne, has led the Warriors to some big wins late and while he still looks to get loose offensively this season, his skill set, toughness, and ability to lead has Wayne (4-3)winning its last 2 coming into the showdown.

Wayne Coach Martindale knows that this will be one of the toughest games his squad will face this season.
The Rams are loaded,undefeated (6-0) and already upset that they won't be in the GWOC in the future.
So all bets are off.
Look for a intense battle tonight in Huber Heights.
Bragging rights included.
Expect some ESPN type highlights on this warm winter night.

HOOP4U Top 5 Games Tonight:

Here's our HOOP4U  Top Games on this Post Christmas Weekend

(1) Trotwood      @    Wayne
(2) Miamisburg   @   Xenia
(3) Centerville   @ Cin LaSalle
(4) C-J                vs  Gnadenhutten
(5) Stivers           vs  Clinton Massie




Davis Becomes Rams All Time Leading Scorer

Amari Davis, the Mr Basketball Candidate, and Wisconsin GB commit, became the all-time leading scorer in Trotwood Rams history, as he overtook the record in a tourney at Crispus Attackus  (Indianapolis) last weekend.
Davis eclipsed the 1,000 point mark last year in Indy, so the Hoosier state was good to him and his squad, as they garnered up wins to stay undefeated this season.

Davis, a 6'4 lefty who has incredible leaping, a smooth Mid-Range J, and a knack for the dramatic, has improved his game every year, and he could be a real choice for Mr. Basketball, especially if the Rams make it back to the OHSAA State Semifinals, which they have done the last 2 years.

Couldn't happen to a better student athlete.
Davis is well liked throughout the Rams contingent and beyond. Soft spoken, but once its gametime?
A bonafide killer.

Stivers, Thurgood Battle for Top Spot Tonight; Rams stop Elks, Avaiators stay undefeated; Top 5 Games of Weekend

Even though its early in the season, we have reached a key point in the City League Hoop chase as the Holidays near. 

Heres the top games of the Weekend:

(1) Thurgood (4-1)  vs  Stivers  (5-0) 

2 Teams who figured to be sitting in this position have not dissapointed, as the Cougars held off Meadowdale at the buzzer to remain on a 4-game winning streak, while Stivers stayed undefeated behind the heroics of Junior Star G Trevon Ellis in a close win vs Ponitz.

Both teams have a plethora of talent who could make the difference. 

The intriguing notion?

This is Coach Shawn McCullough old alma mater, and was the last place he head coached before getting the Thurgood job. 

(2) Xenia   (3-0)    vs  Trotwood  (2-0) 

Can UC signee Samari Curtis continue his blistering play against the class of the GWOC?

The Rams feel snuffed, after hearing they were kicked out of the GWOC unceremoniously. 

They are showing no mercy and with superstar G Amari Davis averaging 29 a game, they will be ready for all challenges! 

(3) Springfield  (3-0)  @  Centerville.  (3-1)

Can the Field head to Centerville and get a big win over the angry Elks? Centerville lost to Trotwood and will be anxious to get back on the winning track.

Mo Nije scored jus 4 points against Trotwood, so look for him to explode. 

(4) Dunbar  vs.       Ponitz   

In a game that should go down to the wire, can Ponitz get a big win over a Dunbar squad who also needs a win? Both teams feature dynamic guards in Jaren Smith (Ponitz)  & Martel Smith (Dunbar) 

(5) Belmont  @ Northmont  (Saturday)

Week 1 HS Recap: Trotwood sends statement; Thurgood stays undefeated; Conley 54 sets record; Stivers stops Belmont; Lions, Taft win in Hi-Top Classic; Top Players of Week 1

Heres some of the Highlights and Top Headlines after the 1st full week and weekend in High School Hoops in Miami Valley area:

(1) Preseason #1 Trotwood sends statement in huge opening win over West Carrollton
Trotwood came out with a vengeance againet West Carrollton, storming out to a 34-8 lead and cruising to a 133-50 season openeing win.
All-Ohio G Amari Davis, the Wisconsin GB commit, led the Rams with 29 points.
The Pirates fall to 1-3 on the season. Trotwood, ranked #1 in the Preseason Poll, goes to 1-0.


(2) Thurgood rolls to 3-1 after win over Ponitz
The Cougars have rode their senior leadership of Eric Middlebrook and Elmore to a 3-1 record in the early season, including a big road victory over Ponitz. Add to the fact that Fabolous Frosh Mehki Elmore has been the best player in the City in Week 1?
Scary potential for the McCullough led Cougars.


(3) Dunbar defeats Meadowdale on final shot, then fall to Taft in Hi-Top Classic
The Dunbar Wolverines showed guts and heart to beat Meadowdale in OT after Martel Smith knocked down the Game Winning shot.

In the Norris Cole Hi-Top Classic (Saturday)  Dunbar lost to Taft as the Senators senior star big man Nekhi Smith took over the game late and stopped the Wolverines from the upset of one of the top teams in Cincy this year.
Martel Smith  and Jayveion Minor led the Wolverines.
  With the loss Dunbar falls to 1-3.


(4) Lions move to 3-1 after win over Gamble
Meadowdale showed the resolve they will need to have a real shot to have a good year, as they bounced back from a heartbreaking loss to Dunbar with a nice win over Gamble.
Will Hill was unstoppable early, and Justin O'Neal was dominant late to help seal the deal.
The Lions now move to 3-1 on the season.


(5) Gordon leads Sidney to big win over Troy
Andre Gordon help lead the Yellow Jackets to its 2nd win in 3 games with a convincing W over Troy.
With Gordons arrival, it makes the Yellow Jackets a dangerous team.


(6) Elks slide past Fairmont behind Big Mo'
Centervilles version of Tim Duncan - In Mo Nije, the 6'11 stud of a big man who jus gets it done, was able to show out with 17 points, including 3 big wins in a close win over Fairmont. The win keeps Centerville undefeated heading into primetime matchup against Trotwood.


(7) Northmont rolls as Lewis shines in 3-0 week
The Bolts, led by star G Danny Lewis and F Phophet Johnson, have gotten off to a good start this season, as the big win they had against Greenville pushes their record to 3-0 after a good week.
Lewis has led the Bolts in scoring in all 3 games this season. The senior G is a 2 sport star and has offers in football amand basketball.


(8) UC Commit leads Xenia to a home win
Samari Curtis poured in 32 points in front of the Xenia crowd as the Bucs knocked off Lebanon at home. With the win the Bucs are undefeated and have the type of team who could make some noise. Curtis has been on fire all season.



(9)  Wayne falls in final moments
Wayne was able to get a tough win against Beavercreek, as Ronnie Hampton (15pts) and Rashad McKee led the Warriors.
With the win Wayne goes to 2-2 on the season.



(10) Springfield wins ugly battle
The Cats was held to 7 points in the entire 1st half-
Yet still won on the road at Miamisburg.
In a game that resembled the football war, the Cats won the 2nd half by a score of 29-17 to win a defensive battle 36-31.
Raheim Moss and Larry Stephens III led the charge as the Cats move to 2-1 on the season.



(11) Stivers stays undefeated with big win over Belmont
Stivers knows the X is on the chest, but continues to win as they knocked off a ready Belmont squad at home to move to 4-0 on the season.
Allen Lattimore and Trevon Ellis has been the engineers of one of the most explosive offenses in the Miami Valley.
Ponitz falls to 1-2 on the season.






Teams of the Week:

Stivers, Trotwood, Northmont

Stivers - With Lattimore and Ellis leading the way, the Tigers are loaded and ready for a big season.

Trotwood - Scoring 133 in the first game seals up this award

Northmont - 3-0 Week Garners them a spot here




Top 5  Games of Tuesday Night:

Ponitz @ Stivers  

Thurgood @ Meadowdale 

Centerville  @ Trotwood

Butler @ Northmont 

West Carrollton @ Miamisburg 




Top Players of Week 1:
Amari Davis, Trotwood  - 29 in the Season Opening win for Wisconsin GB Commit

Andre Gordon, Sidney    - Gordon filled the stat sheet in the big win over Troy

Mo Nije,  Centerville    - Nije, a coveted big man, dominated in all the wins the Elks have garnered.

Allen Lattimore, Stivers  - Lattimore has been the leader of a undefeated Stivers squad.

Mekhi Elmore, Thurgood -Elmore has been a freshman sensation with 20+ in multiple games

Martel Smith, Dunbar   - Smith big game winner gave Dunbar 1st win of the season

Ethan Conley,                 - Conley was amazing with a school record 54 point performance

Danny Lewis, Northmont  - The dynamic guard, Lewis has led team in scoring in each of their wins

Justin O'Neal, Meadowdale  - The Super Soph took over in the Hi-Top Classic to lead Lions

Meechi Harris, Xenia          - Harris lit up Lebanon for 30 en route to a solid win.

Savon O'Neal, Franklin      - ONeal was clutch in the Wildcats win over Pirates with 22 pts

Ronnie Hampton, Wayne  - Hampton powered the Warriors (15pts) to a big win over Creek.

Kendall Moore, Belmont  - Moore has been nearly unstoppable; led Bison to a home w over Carroll