πŸ”₯ Urban Sports Rescue Unsigned Senior Showcase 2025 (Boys Recap)

The Best of the Best: Day 1 Recap + Full Player Evaluations

April 12, 2025 | Imhotep Charter High School, Philadelphia | Presented by Urban Sports Rescue | Livestreamed by SFBN


πŸ€ Game 1 – Team Eagles 56, Team Wolves 50

Standout Moment: Caleb Bridgeman drained a go-ahead jumper with under 2 minutes left to seal the win.

Recap: The day opened with a high-energy battle as Team Eagles edged Team Wolves. Bridgeman and McCutchen delivered on both ends, while the Wolves leaned on the gritty backcourt of Hawes and Little. A fast pace and clutch execution defined this exciting opener.

πŸ”Ž Team Eagles Player Evaluations:

  • Muhammad Abdullah (6’0 SF, Benjamin Franklin HS): Transition finisher with solid instincts on defense.
  • Kobe Butler (6’1 SF/SG, Paul Robeson HS): Physically strong wing with midrange scoring touch.
  • Shamar Parker (5’10 Guard, Samuel Fels): Scrappy perimeter defender; fueled early runs.
  • Jadin Aviles (5’8 Guard, Maritime Academy): Tough ball handler and vocal leader.
  • Jakhi Fisher (6’1 Guard, Academy Park HS): Energetic slasher; finishes through contact.
  • Caleb Bridgeman (6’3 SG, Plymouth Whitemarsh): Smooth scorer with high release; game-high 16 pts.
  • Joseph McCutchen (6’3 CG, Bartram HS): Clutch shooter and active rebounder from the guard spot.
  • Robert Towns
  • Khasir Green
  • Tyler Brown

πŸ” Team Wolves Player Evaluations:

  • Kasir Hawes (5’10 PG, Frankford HS): Floor general; controlled tempo well.
  • Marsir Lindsey (6’3 SF/PF, Camden Prep): Long athlete; impactful on glass and defensively.
  • Mikey Freeman (5’9 Guard, Samuel Fels): Tenacious defender; aggressive attacking closeouts.
  • Abraham Lowman (5’11 PG/SG, Carteret HS): Combo guard with a scorer’s mindset.
  • Jarrell Little (6’3 PG, Dobbins): Skilled passer; smart playmaker.
  • Brandon Gage (6’5 Forward, Frankford): Big-bodied rebounder; reliable midrange jumper.
  • Amaad Lyles (5’11 PG, Hill Freedman): Creative distributor; strong slasher.
  • Dajuan Peak
  • Lakai Carter

πŸ€ Game 2 – Team Lions 61, Team Tigers 55

Standout Moment: Tristen Hall’s back-to-back blocks followed by a dunk energized the Lions’ comeback.

Recap: After a hot start by the Tigers led by Perry and Muhammad, the Lions found their rhythm behind the physical interior play of Hall and shot creation from Makias. The Lions used a mix of tough defense and transition offense to turn the tide.

πŸ”Ž Team Tigers Player Evaluations:

  • Bobby Perry (6’1 Guard, Northeast HS): Sharpshooter with consistent mechanics.
  • Moussa Fofana (6’1 SG, West Philadelphia HS): High motor defender with slashing ability.
  • Isaiah Muhammad (6’4 SF, West Catholic): Explosive finisher; ran the wing well.
  • Makai Garnett (5’10 PG, Tristate Prep): Vocal leader; smart decision-making.
  • Joseph McCutchen Jr. (6’2 SG, Bartram HS): Strong guard; excelled attacking closeouts.
  • Soukare Fane (5’11 PG/SG, Franklin HS): Crafty combo guard; hit big threes.
  • Kaden Stewart (5’10 Guard, Sankofa Academy): Reliable role player; calm under pressure.
  • Joel Wood
  • Justin Wharton
  • Robert Towns
  • Mickey Freeman

πŸ” Team Lions Player Evaluations:

  • Jalen Chiles (6’1 PG, Friends Select): Steady ball-handler; set the table for scorers.
  • Zymear Hashim (6’1 SF, Tech Freire): Tough wing; active defensively.
  • Tristen Hall (6’4 C/PF, Lincoln HS): Interior force; blocked shots and scored inside.
  • Joell Wood (6’1 CG/F, Cristo Rey): Versatile and efficient.
  • Ben Makias (6’0 PG/SG, George Washington): Crafty guard; clutch under pressure.
  • Josiah Hutson (5’10 PG, Chester Charter): Scoring threat from multiple levels.
  • Noah Hadaway (6’0 Forward, Hill Freedman): Rebounding specialist and glue guy.
  • Miguel Rosa
  • Rafi Sabree

πŸ€ Game 3 – Team Panthers 58, Team Bears 51

Standout Moment: Jabrelle Dennison’s chasedown block followed by a pull-up three sparked the Panthers.

Recap: The Bear came out fast, but the Panthers adjusted with defensive intensity and athleticism. Dennison’s two-way play stole the show as he sparked several runs with momentum-shifting plays.

πŸ”Ž Team Panthers Player Evaluations:

  • Emir Tadlock (5’10 SG, Benjamin Franklin HS): Balanced guard; hit key jumpers.
  • Jabrelle Dennison (6’5 SG, Simon Gratz): Best two-way player on the floor; controlled tempo and rim.
  • Munir Daniels (6’2 SF/SG, Audenried): Physical on both ends; productive minutes.
  • Dallas Thompson (5’10 PG, Chester): Reliable shot creator and confident finisher.
  • Heavon Washington (5’8 PG, Penn Treaty): Smart decisions under pressure, top playmaker.
  • Kysheim Jenkins (6’1 SG, Roxborough HS): Smooth stroke and defensive presence.
  • Khasir Green
  • Bobby Perry
  • Makai Garnett
  • Micah Riggins

πŸ” Team Bears Player Evaluations:

  • Dajuan Peak (5’10 PG, Bartram HS): Fast break initiator; great vision.
  • Talasi Henderson (6’3 WG, Imhotep): High ceiling wing; three-point shooter and defender.
  • Jaiden Copeland (6’0 CG, Hill Freedman): Solid fundamentals; patient in sets.
  • Jason Virgile (5’10 PG, Frankford HS): Quick handles and court awareness.
  • Lakai Carter (6’4 Wing, Imhotep): Knocked down perimeter shots; defended wings well.
  • Tyler Brown (5’10 SG, Penn Treaty): Hustled for loose balls and rebounds.
  • Jaiayre Wright (6’5 CF, Dickerson HS): Strong inside finisher with soft hands.
  • Soukare Fane
  • T.J. Glasgow
  • Ny Turner
  • Zy Crawford

πŸ€ Game 4 – Team Rhinos 65, Team Blue Hens 59

Standout Moment: Quadeair Smith’s coast-to-coast layup shifted momentum for the Rhinos.

Recap: Both teams traded leads early, but the Rhinos’ depth and length took over in the second half. Russell and Dorsey were a dominant duo on both ends, while Smith added flare and efficiency.

πŸ”Ž Team Blue Hens Player Evaluations:

  • Emmanuel Harris (6’3 CG, Glasgow): Showed veteran poise and good passing.
  • Isaiah Langston (5’9 PG, Great Oaks): Reliable ball handler; controlled pace.
  • Zha’Mere Crawford (6’1 CG, Dickerson HS): Scorer who can create off the bounce.
  • Micah Riggins (6’6 PF, Glasgow): Post threat and rebound machine.
  • Nasir Logan (5’10 PG, Salesianum): Floor leader with steady decision-making.
  • Duane Young (6’3 CG, Delcastle): Slasher with bounce.
  • Justin Wharton (6’1 PG, Tristate Prep): Quick decision-maker and ball mover.
  • Leon Morton (6’6 PF, Great Oaks): Active big with good footwork.
  • T.J. Glasgow (6’2 SG, Middletown): Hit big shots to keep team close.
  • Ny’ayer Turner (5’9 PG, Middletown): Quick release and court vision.
  • Munir Daniels
  • Brandon Williams

πŸ” Team Rhinos Player Evaluations:

  • Javere Russell (6’6 PF, Lincoln HS): Dominant rebounder and rim protector.
  • Abdulai Bayraytay Jr (6’6 Wing, Kingsway Regional): Versatile stretch 4.
  • Gary Bailey (5’10 PG, FLC): Active ball defender; distributed well.
  • Quadeair Smith (6’4 SG, Audenried): High-level scorer with transition burst.
  • Rashaad Dorsey (6’2 CG, Chester HS): Confident playmaker and physical defender.
  • Jimmie Greeno (6’0 SG/SF, FLC): Spot-up threat and willing rebounder.
  • Miguel Rosa Jr (6’1 Guard, Lincoln HS): Attacked downhill and finished in traffic.
  • Rafi Sabree (6’1 SG, Lincoln HS): Big energy guy; knocked down shots.
  • Amiata Sacko (6’8 PF, West Phila): Dominated paint with size.
  • Branton Williams (6’5 WG, West Phila): Active defender with a midrange game.
  • Lakai Carter

πŸ€ Game 5 – Team Falcons 68, Team Owls 62

Standout Moment: Jabrelle Dennison’s dunk and block in the final minute sealed the Falcons’ win.

Recap: The final game of the day was full of star power. Both squads went back and forth until the Falcons, led by Dennison and Sacko, clamped down defensively and executed late. Brandon Gage and Javere Russell impressed for the Owls.

πŸ”Ž Team Owls Player Evaluations:

  • Brandon Gage (6’5 WG): Big-time scorer and high motor rebounder.
  • Jalen Childs (6’1 PG): Steady floor leader with a tight handle.
  • Brandon Williams (6’5 WF): Great size and soft touch inside.
  • Talasi Henderson (6’3 WG): Athletic and smart defender.
  • Abdulai Bayraytay Jr (6’6 WF): Versatile, guarded 1-4.
  • Heavon Washington (5’8 PG): Controlled tempo and spaced the floor.
  • Javere Russell (6’6 CF): Finished strong inside; defensive anchor.
  • Nasir Logan (5’10 PG): Provided key assists and steals.
  • Zha’Mere Crawford (6’1 G): Aggressive driving lanes; quick hands.
  • Tyler Brown
  • Gary Bailey

πŸ” Team Falcons Player Evaluations:

  • Jerrell Little (6’3 PG): Dynamic in transition and half-court.
  • Jabrelle Dennison (6’5 WG): Dominant all day; elite athlete and two-way leader.
  • Amiata Sacko (6’8 C/PF): Huge paint presence and efficient scorer.
  • Abraham Lowman (5’11 CG): Fast, shifty and tough to guard.
  • Tristen Hall (6’4 SF): Returned with fire; battled for boards.
  • Quadeair Smith (6’4 WG): Efficient shot-maker and slasher.
  • Shamar Parker (5’10 PG): Hard-nosed guard with big moments.
  • Jimmy Greeno
  • Jaiayren Wright

Thank you to our sponsors: Pure Fuel, 4 the Love Basketball, Team Thompson Foundation, Envision Sports Media, & Imhotep Institute Charter High School.

πŸ”₯ Urban Sports Rescue Unsigned Senior Showcase 2025 (Boys Recap)

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