We start with the NIKE sponsored Howard Pulley Panthers. Their notable alumni includes Devon George, Khalid El-Amin, Troy Bell, Rick Rickert, Mike Bauer, Moe Hargrow, Johnnie Gilbert, Nick Horvath, Nick Jacobson, Darius Lane, Terry Pettis, and Jake Sullivan.

Coaches: Ahmil Jihad, Reggie Perkins, & Bo Powell (2 teams)

Everette Pedescleuax, 6-6 PF/C 2004, Armstrong (MN) Armstrong

DeAnte Ferguson, 6-5 PF 2004, Armstrong (MN) Armstrong

Jadee Jones, 6-1 1/2G 2004, Minneapolis (MN) DeLaSalle

Eric Coleman, 6-6 PF 2004, Oakdale (MN) Tartan

Chris Robinson, 6-3 WF 2004, Minneapolis (MN) North

Tommy Hammonds, 6-4 G/F Crestview (FL) Crestview

Craig Dyar, 6-0 PG 2004, Minneapolis (MN) South

Andre Gilbert, 6-5 1/2G 2004, Brooklyn Park (MN) Park Center

Brandon Fontes, 6-1 2G 2004, Grand Forks (ND) Central

Benny Roberts, 5-7 PG 2004, St. Paul (MN) Central

Grant Hargett, 6-1 2G 2004, Minneapolis (MN) DeLaSalle

Chad Norberg, 6-2 2G 2004, Redwood Falls (MN) Redwood Valley

Jason Birr, 6-4 1/2G 2004, Mendota Heights (MN) St. Thomas Academy

Scott Kelly, 6-5 G/F 2004, Hastings (MN) Hastings

Trent Hiller, 6-6 P/WF 2004, Elk River (MN) Elk River

Bret Brielmaier, 6-8 PF/C 2004, Mankato (MN) Loyola

Blake Strouth, 6-1 2G 2004, Alexandria (MN) Alexandria

Urule Igbavboa, 6-8 C 2005, Oakdale (MN) Tartan

*Of note is that 2003 prospects 5-11 PG Jesse Burton, 6-3 G/F Kevin Henderson (Wisconsin Green Bay) and 6-9 F/C Jonathan Williams will travel and compete in a handful of events this spring. Both Burton and Williams appear to be bound for prep school, with Burton heading to Notre Dame Academy in Fitchburg, MA, and Williams to either Notre Dame Academy or Bridgton Academy in Maine.

Everette Pedescleaux is a strong, athletic bruiser who loves to mix it up around the basket and can finish above the rim. His jump shot from 12-feet and out is also vastly improved. Schools involved include Marquette, Creighton, Bowling Green, Southern Illinois, Wisconsin Green Bay, Northern Iowa, Montana State, Ball State, Iowa State, Nebraska, Purdue, and Bradley.

Jadee Jones is an excellent combo-guard who handles the ball well and can really shoot it from beyond 18-feet. Creighton, Furman, Valparaiso, Nebraska, and Indiana State are among the schools involved.

Eric Coleman is a mid-major prospect that has improved his agility and short game.

Andre Gilbert is a high rising guard with outstanding court vision who can score off the dribble. His jump shot continues to improve. Marquette, DePaul, Wisconsin, Houston, Wisconsin Green Bay, Northern Iowa, and Northern Illinois are currently involved.

Jason Birr is likely to receive looks from low and mid-major programs. He’s an intelligent guard with a tremendous work ethic. Southern Illinois is among the schools showing interest.

Scott Kelly is an athletic inside/outside player who can really fill it up from behind the arc. He also possesses excellent footwork and can score around the basket. With some good performances this spring and summer, low and mid major programs should come calling.

Urule Igbavboa is considered by GopherHole.com to be the state’s top sophomore. He’s a developing big man with good hands and nice athleticism.

Sabes Foundation Invitational – Minneapolis, MN, May 2-4

St. Louis Eagles Invitational – St. Louis, MO, May 16-18

NIKE MDC – Bloomington, IN, May 23-25

Rumble in the Bronx – Bronx, NY, June 20-22

Wisconsin Playground Rebel Invitational – Milwaukee, WI, June 27-28

NIKE Peach Jam Invitational – North Augusta, SC, July 13-17

Super Showcase – Orlando, FL, July 21-25

Kansas City Prep Invitational – Shawnee, KS, July 28-31