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  • 2018 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Review

    2018 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Review

    Featured November 4, 2018 at 7:41 pm 0 comments

        Now 6 years in the works, it can be safely said that the Upstate Throwdown saw its 2nd best campaign to date this past Sunday.  As always, some of the premier high school basketball players New York state has to offer gathered at Rensselaer High in Albany, NY […]

     
  • **2018 Upstate Throwdown College Exposure Shoot-out**

    **2018 Upstate Throwdown College Exposure Shoot-out**

    Featured September 13, 2018 at 9:02 pm 0 comments

              This October Upstate Scouting Service will again be hosting its College Exposure Shootout at Rensselaer High School.  The event will be held on October 28th. This is not a traditional “exposure” event because it is not designed for simply charging admission, selling concessions, or marketing our […]

     
  • 2017 NYS Top 24 Recap

    2017 NYS Top 24 Recap

    Featured October 22, 2017 at 9:02 pm 0 comments

      Standouts:   Andre Jackson (2020): Albany Academy, NY One of the most athletic players in the gym. Possesses some serious jumping ability and had many highlight-reel dunks to show for it. Showed his ability to contribute in several other ways, too, most notably a refined outside shot. Look for […]

     
  • 2017 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    2017 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    Featured October 22, 2017 at 8:59 pm 0 comments

        Top 20:   Michael Ortale, Jr. (2019): Bethlehem Central HS, NY Ortale is a lethal shooter with sneaky athleticism. He is an exceptional passer/playmaker and constantly makes those around him better. He took home this year’s MVP honors. Look for him to be a standout in Section II […]

     
  • **2017 Upstate Throwdown College Exposure Shoot-out Registration Form**

    Prospects August 17, 2017 at 7:21 pm 0 comments

    Boys Event on October 1st, 2017 T-SHIRT SIZE ________ Name: __________________________ Home phone: ____________________ Cell phone: ___________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________ ______ Email: _______________________________________ Grade: _____ Height: ______ School: ___________________ Varsity Coach: ______________________________ Phone: ______________ Email: __________________________ Last Year’s Varsity Stats: PPG: ________ Rebounds per game: ________ Assists per game: ____________________ Academic […]

     
  • Declan Porter, A Name to Look Out For

    Declan Porter, A Name to Look Out For

    Featured April 29, 2017 at 9:53 pm 0 comments

                        Declan Porter, a rising junior at Canton Central School (Section X), is on the verge of breaking out. Porter, a 16-year-old, 6’6, 195 lb. forward who will run with the Albany City Rocks this summer, has impressed many thus far. […]

     
  • Andre Smith Taking Section II by Storm

    Andre Smith Taking Section II by Storm

    Featured February 8, 2017 at 10:54 pm 0 comments

          Andre Smith, a senior at Bishop Maginn High School, is breaking out and establishing himself as a premier scorer in Section II. The 6’1, 163 lb. guard, who ran with the Albany City Rocks this summer, is doing it all for the Griffins in his first year […]

     
  • Casey Pluff Intent on Making a Name for Himself

    Casey Pluff Intent on Making a Name for Himself

    Prospects February 4, 2017 at 12:12 pm 0 comments

      Casey Pluff, a junior at Baldwinsville High School, is on the verge of breaking out. The 6’1, 155 lb. guard, who ran with Billy Elden’s Gym Ratz and D-Squad teams this summer, is slowly becoming a standout prospect in Syracuse. Pluff has been a member of his school’s varsity […]

     
  • 2016 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    2016 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    Featured November 8, 2016 at 7:42 pm 0 comments

      Top 20: Mike Wynn (2018): Liberty Heights Athletic Institute, Charlotte, NC The highly touted 6’6 wing proved his worth. Wynn demonstrated his ability to score in a variety of ways, and was the best player on the court at all times. He is an exceptional passer/playmaker and constantly makes those around him […]

     
  • Will Bennett Poised For Superb Senior Season

    Will Bennett Poised For Superb Senior Season

    Featured September 20, 2016 at 4:23 pm 0 comments

                      Will Bennett, a rising senior at The Albany Academy, is set to break out this upcoming season. The 5’11, 177 lb. guard, who ran with the Albany City Rocks 17U EYBL squad this summer, was a standout this past year. This […]