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Monday, February 25
Invitations go out to Foreign Basketball Players from The Continent of Africa
N.I.K.E.-1 Basketball Program Inc. in coorperation with Big Apple Sports Inc. invited three (3) African players to our renowned Training and Developmental Camp & Annual Junior College Showcase. The training/developmental camp (daily sessions starting at 6:00pm and concluding at 11:00pm) commences on April 1st 2008 and ends on April 30th 2008...During the camp there is be a college combine/showcase (Big Apple Sports JUCO Showcase) where over 100 junior college coaches will be in attendance looking to solicit potential student/athletes for the purpose of offering college scholarships to qualified participants. All participants are invited as this is by invitation only. There is NO COST for participants!!! This showcase is scheduled for April 12th 2008 at CCNY.
The application form can be accessed at this URL http://eteamz.active.com/bigapplesports/files/ExposureInformationForm2008.doc
The three African invitees are:
Bunja Yaboe 6'9" (The Gambia)
Yacouba Doumbia 6'3" (Mali)
Christopher Angsomwine 6' 8" (Ghana)
Foreign invitees are expected to arrive no later than April 6th 2008
The invited foreign players will be accomodated with room and board and transportation, in addition any unforseen occurance such as medical, etc... will be handled by the combined efforts of Big Apple Sports and N.I.K.E.-1 Basketball Program.
Good luck to all players and remember "Come ready to perform... "
Coach B. Griffith
Founder - N.I.K.E-1 Basketball Program Inc.
Co-Founder - Big Apple Sports Inc.
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Thursday, February 28
N.I.K.E.-1 branching out to the Regions of Africa
Le programme de basket-ball de N.I.K.E.-1 a activement travaillé pour ajouter l'Africain (travaillant durement) les joueurs à son programme.
{N.I.K.E.-1 Basketball Program Inc. has been actively working to add African (hard working) players to its Program}. One player of particular interest is an athletic 6'4" Shooting Guard / Small Forward (Yacouba Doumbia) known as "Jacob". Jacob is currently attending a sports institute in Mali. He is looking to arrive in the USA soon to further his academics at a Prep school or a top JUCO program with the assistance of NIKE-1 Basketball Program and look to reach his basketball potential.
Jacob's favorite player is Tony Parker (San Antonio Spurs).
Un joueur d'intérêt particulier est "la garde un 6'5 de tir/petit en
avant (Yacouba Doumbia) connu sous le nom de" Jacob ". Jacob sert
actuellement un institut de sports au Mali. Il regarde pour arriver
aux Etats-Unis à autre ses universitaires un programme du dessus JUCO
et pour regarder pour atteindre son potentiel de basket-ballavec l'assistance de Programme de Basket-Ball NIKE-1.
Le joueur préféré de Jacob est Tony Parker (les Éperons de San Antonio)
Friday, November 30
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Wednesday, October 11
Former player and member of the NIKE-1 family dies...
Tyrone Boyd a former NIKE-1 player, left us on September 27th 2006. Tyrone was one of the first players to be presented to coaches as far as California during the first years of The Big Apple Sports JUCO Showcase. A super talent. Tyrone will be missed by all his surviving relatives as well as the NIKE-1 family members that knew him.
R.I.P. Tyrone
07/15/1978--09/27/2006
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Monday, November 26
NYC Basketball community looses a member in Chris Sandy...
Chris Sandy Dies in Car Crash
Eric Jaklitsch states "I am sad to inform the NYC basketball community that former Newtown High School star Chris Sandy who went on to later star at Arkansas Fort Smith JC and then to Fresno State University for the legendary Jerry Tarkanian died in a tragic auto accident in Finland. Sandy was playing in the top divison in Finland where he averaged 18 ppg and was 3rd in assists at 3.9 per game. Chris always came back to NYC in the summertime to play in Hunter College, Kingdome and EBC."
Saturday, December 10
Nike-1 player overseas in Europe, playing in Finland
NIKE-1 Basketball Player Signs Pro Contract...
Date: August 02, 2005
Justice Graham, former member of the young N.i.K.E.-1 program has completed his college eligibility playing for the Glenville State College men's basketball team this past season, recently signed a professional basketball contract.
Justice is obviously excited about the situation. "I am both excited and anxious about heading to Holland", stated Graham. "I have continued since our season at Glenville State ended working on my game, preparing for this once in a lifetime opportunity. This is something I have dreamed about doing for a long, long time."
Justice, who finished in the Top 10 nationally in scoring with over 22 points per game as a senior, will be playing for the Landstede Zwolle team which is coached by head coach van den Belt Herman. The team finished 18-12 overall in the standings a year ago.
Graham's agent, Dick de Boer, led the way for Graham in receiving the contract offer that was finally settled on in Holland. Dick de Boer of Head First Consultancy in the Netherlands guided Graham through the process, along with assistance from the men's basketball coaching staff at Glenville State College.
Justice was also quick to point out that his college situation and experience at Glenville State played a large role in this once in a lifetime opportunity. "I am so appreciate to both Coach Osborne and Coach Hankinson for all they have done to help provide me with this opportunity. They were so consistent in demanding a great effort out of me daily and monitoring all that I did to ensure that I was maximizing my potential. I will always be thankful to them for their constant care."
Good Luck Justice...
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Friday, October 20
Anthony looks to continue N.I.K.E-1's Upstate success...
Anthony Cameron, N.I.K.E.-1 player from Grady HS is looking to continue the success that previous NIKE-1 players have enjoyed in the past. Anthony is attending North Country CC and will demonstrate his skills for the 2006-07 "Saints"..Good Luck Mousey...
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Friday, November 17
Young Griffith Baller - Milan
This is to introduce my nephew, Milan, whom I am extremely proud of. He played HS Basketball in Florida. good Luck in every endeavor "Lano"...
Wednesday, August 9
DEFENDING CHAMPS, N.I.K.E.-1 LOOKS TO REPEAT AGAINST A FAMILIAR FOE...
In what can only be described by Coach Griffith, N.I.K.E-1 "played the best collective team defense this team has played in 2 years." To collectively force NBAer Ron Artest into 8-23 shooting (0-8 from 3pt.range)night, in addition defending Marcus Toney-El, who hit only 5 of 17 shots. PDG-QUEENSBRIDGE was led by Fred "Razor" Williams with 24pts (9-16), Ron Artest followed with 19pts (8-23, 0-8 -3pts)as they were held to 90 points. N.I.K.E.-1 had a team effort...Tyrone Grant (21 points)led six players in double figures, with Garnett Thompson (20) Chudney Gray (18), Charles Jones (16), Junie Sanders (12) and Lloyd Clinton with 10 points. Zach Williams played solid basketball as did Tim "Headache" Gittens supplying solid defense...N.I.K.E.-1 now faces Gold's Gym to defend its title as CHAMPIONS on Thursday August 10th 2006 @ 6:30pm
Thursday, July 6
N.I.K.E.-1 (Need 2 Increase Knowledge Everyday) seeking dedicated players
NIKE-1 will be participating in various Summer Leagues in NYC..We are looking for the serious dedicated basketball player. Practice will be held twice a week with Tournament Games scheduled for mostly Evenings or Weekends...Contact Coach Harry 347-312-7843
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Friday, August 11
Young African Stud ready to join N.I.K.E.-1
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Azeez Oladimeji is a 6'10" 17 y/o Nigerian born basketball player. Azeez has participated in the NBA Denver Nuggets "Big Man Camp" held in Nigeria in 2005. He is currently one of the top young players in Nigeria. Azeez is expected to attend a school in the USA for this upcoming school year. Azeez is also looking to display is basketball talents for N.I.K.E.-1 Basketball Program. Another African player with such aspirations is a 16 y/o 6'9" potential talent in Ghana. His name is Christopher Angsomwine and he is looking to come up to the USA to develop his basketball skills and attend school to further his academic dream...
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Wednesday, April 5
"Jerel On the Move, making a name in Europe"
Jerel Blassingame @ AEK - Mar. 26, 2006 - by Serafim Karaiskakis
AEK was looking for a cheap USA PG due to their limited budget,the team did not have a second USA player the last period since Lionel Chalmers left for Spain. Jerel Blassingame (178-G-81, College: UNLV) is the new PG coach Kakiousis chose. Blassingame graduated from UNLV last year, where he avg: 8.9ppg, 1.8rpg, 5.5apg, 1.2spg, FG%: 37.8, 3Pts: 32.4% in 31 games, this season he played in Cyprus for Enad Nicosia.
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Tuesday, March 7
Nike-1 PG Jerel proving he is a big time player...
In the second half the coach of AEL put captain Christos Spirou in the match who played good defense on ENADs star player Jerel Blassingame...Click on headline to read the story on Jerel Blassingame...
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A1 Stats Leaders after Day 14
Points (Total)
1.Kelly (Apol) 328
2.Burton (AEK) 317
3.Blassin.(ENAD) 302
Assists (Total)
1.Blassin.(ENAD) 73
2.Kelly (Apol) 73
3.Snow (APOEL)
Saturday, February 25
Current N.I.K.E.-1 Player debut in Europe
Jerel Blassingame, formerly of UNLV and current NIKE-1 PG has taken his skills to Europe...Looking to further develop his skills...click on headline for further info on Jerel...
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Friday, April 14
Malcolm looking to move up the Pro ladder
Upon completion of stellar basketball careers at Columbia-Greene CC (NY) and Western New Mexico University along with an equally solid academic career. Malcolm Connor decided pursue his dream of playing professional basketball. His first stop is with The ABA Gallup Talons where he continued to display his workmanship style of play solid defense, rebounding and his uncanny ability to hit the outside shot. Malcolm averaged approx 20ppg scoring 19 points on two occasions and scoring in double digits at least 8 times during the season
Malcolm is now looking to add to his resume
Next stop?
Tuesday, March 7
Leading by Example...
As the UNQUESTIONED leader of the Augusta State University Men's Basketball Team, Karim Telfer ended his basketball collegiate career scoring 22 points looking to avert a season ending loss without tasting a trip to the NCAA Div II Nationals. Karim career was represented by his inspired play, demonstrating Consistency, Intensity, Intelligent Play and above all, Leadership!!! Karim ended his season posting solid numbers and ranked in the top 10 of multiple categories in the top notch Palm Beach Conference...
Assists = 6.75 per game ranked #2
Free Throws = 80% ranked #7
Steals = 1.45 per game ranked #9
Assist/Turnover Ratio = 1.71 ranked #5
Saturday, March 4
A Solid Collegiate Basketball Career comes to an end
Playing in what turned out to be his final basketball game of his solid collegiate career. Karim Telfer tried to carry his NCAA DIV II ASU Jaguars further, but apparently it was not to be as Karim and the ASU Jaguars fell to AASU 69-76. Karim had a season high 22 points on 7-17 shooting but 5-10 from beyond the arc, while recording a team high 5 assists and playing an inspiring 40 minutes.
Karim's final box score reads:
FG 3PT PTS MIN
12 Telfer, Karim.......g 7-17 5-10 3-5 0 2 2 4 22 5 6 0 2 40
Game Quotes
Augusta State Head Coach Dip Metress: Theyre a very physical team, and its tough for us to combat that. Theyre a good team.
Augusta States Karim Telfer: They played a more physical game, and they wanted it a little bit more. I just felt like I had to do whatever I could. You never want things to end, so you just try to do what you can.
Armstrong Atlantic State Head Coach Jeff Burkhamer: This game was everything I thought it would be: hard fought, possession to possession.
They shot great in the first half. We changed how we were guarding Telfer in the second half, and that was big...
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Friday, January 27
ASU Player Karim Telfer ranked Nationally
Click on headline for news on Karim Telfer, as he looks to close out his solid College basketball Career @ Augusta State University...
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Monday, April 10
College career over, onetime NIKE-1 Player Kareem Lloyd looks to head to the next level...
Kareem Lloyd ended a solid basketball career at Boise State University against La Tech. 65-74. Kareems final stats this season were 5.7ppg, 5.3rpg, and 0.5 steal per game. Kareem played 25 minutes in the game against Louisiana Tech scoring 7 points. Kareem looks to now to finish up his academics and to further is basketball career on the next level. Click on headline for Kareem's College Bio...
Thursday, December 22
NIKE-1 Karim Telfer "REAM-O" gets Conference Honor
Please click here for story on Karim Telfer...
Friday, November 18
"Ream-O" gearing up for his Senior campaign
Ten Questions With . . .
Augusta State University Senior Point Guard Karim Telfer
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1. What is your earliest basketball memory?
My earliest basketball memory would be when I first started out playing in the park and my brothers and our friends would call me "The Right hand Bandit", because no matter where I was or what I did on the court it was with my right hand.
2. Who had the most influence on your basketball career?
I would say where I live had the most influence on my career. Before I moved to my current address I never played ball. When I moved, basketball was something I picked up. When I did I worked out with a lot of guys and came in contact with a couple of coaches who have gotten me to where I am today.
3. If you could play one-on-one against any player, who would it be and why?
If I could play one-on-one against any player, I would play Kobe Bryant. I would play him because he is a type of player that is consistently improving different parts of his game, making him a complete player. Playing against someone with his work ethic and skill would only make me better.
4. What is the biggest difference between junior college and ASU?
The biggest difference would be in junior college everyone wants to win but there is a bigger focus on individual performance so you can have the option of going on to a bigger and better school. Here at ASU the focus is solely on the team and team goals.
5. What is one thing most people would be surprised to know about you?
One thing most people would be surprised to know about me is that I'm a neat freak.
6. What do you like to do outside of basketball?
Outside of basketball I like to chill with my peoples; I also like putting on clothes and going out.
7. What class at ASU has been the most challenging so far?
I would say the most challenging class so far has been Macroeconomics with Dr. Leightner.
8. What teammate do you look forward to playing with most this year?
I would say I am looking forward to playing with the entire sophomore class because they are the future for ASU.
9. What is one thing you most miss about New York City?
One thing I miss most is the option of going different places and not having to drive everywhere.
10. Give three adjectives to describe Coach Dip Metress.
Passionate, Energetic, Unorthodox
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Friday, November 18
Karim Telfer Augusta State Senior PG
One of two returning starters in the Jaguar backcourt ... Should team with fellow senior Jason Mills to give ASU one of the top backcourts in the Peach Belt Conference ... Expected to have a tremendous senior season ... Should vie for conference, regional and national accolades ... The heart and soul of the squad ... The unquestioned leader of the Jaguars.
As A Junior In 2004-05: Started all 30 games at point guard ... Stepped right in at the beginning of preseason workouts, won the starting lead guard job and took command of the team ... Paced the team in scoring at 13.5 ppg. and in minutes played (32.2 mpg.) ... Poured in a career-high 30 points vs.USC Upstate on Feb. 2 in Christenberry Fieldhouse ... Scored in double figures in 22 of 30 games, including 12 of his last 13 ... Had six games of 20 or more points ... Booked a season-high eight assists on two occasions ... Registered four steals at Lander on Jan. 26 ... Grabbed a season-high nine rebounds vs. Clayton State on March 4 ... Team's leading free-throw shooter at 87.4 percent (139-of-159) ... Hit 20 consecutive free throws to start the season ... Paced the squad in three-point percentage (45.3 percent) and assists (3.7 apg.) ... Led the Peach Belt Conference and ranked seventh in the nation in free throw percentage (.874) ... Ranked second in the PBC in three-point percentage (.453), fifth in assists (3.7), sixth in three-pointers made (2.1), seventh in minutes played (32.2), ninth in assist-to-turnover ratio (1.14) and 10th in scoring (13.5) ... Named to the Peach Belt Conference's All-Tournament team after leading ASU into the semifinals ... Helped lead Jaguars to three upsets of nationall-ranked programs.
JUNIOR COLLEGE: Attended New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs, N.M. for two years ... Played for coach Jeff McCool ... Named to the Thunderbird Classic all-tournament team both seasons ... Selected to the Colorado Springs Classic all-tournament team ... Was an honorable mention all-conference selection in the WJCAC.
HIGH SCHOOL: Attended South Shore High School in Brooklyn, N.Y. ... Played for coach Bob Sherman & Asst. Bryan Griffith... Led the team in assists per game, three-point percentage, free-throw percentage and steals per game ... Named to the honor roll in Mathematics.
PERSONAL: Full name is Karim Telfer ... Nickname is Ream-O ... Born March 3, 1984 ... Majoring in business management ... Nephew of Sonia Morrison ... His brothers and sisters include Roderick John, Jamal John, Malachi John, Carene John and Jenelle John ... Lists winning the Peach Belt Conference as his goal for this season ... Favorite foods are ribs, pizza and chicken ... Favorite athlete is Ray Allen ... Greatest athletic thrill was scoring 46 points in a single game ... Would like to switch places for a day with Michael Jordan ... Favorite movies are Friday and He Got Game ... Favorite actress is Halle Berry ... If he could be any character in a movie, he would be Billy Bob Thornton in Monster's Ball.
Friday, October 22
N.I.K.E.-1's "Diamond": The Future is BRIGHT...
Rashid Abdul Isler, now 19y/o, still standing 6'4" and 180lbs, this talent is now someone to see for the upcoming ...
Wednesday, January 31
N.I.K.E.-1 Alumni Players
Junie Sanders (University of Central Oklahoma / Pro - Argentina)
Tone Springer (Salem Int'l University)
Dean Murray (Onondaga C.C)
Rashid Pinckney (Potsdam State University)
Fred Brown
D.L. Samuels
Dayan Murray (Kingsborough C.C.)
Harrington Williams
Keith Smith (Southwestern J.C. / Elizabeth City, NC)
I-Quan D.Wiggins
Darnell Williams (Xavier University)/ Pro-Venezuela
Tyrone Grant (St. John's University / Pro - Italy
Garnett Thompson (Providence College / Pro - Poland
William Smush Parker (Fordham University / NBA - LA Lakers / Miami Heat
Jerel Blassingame (U.N.L.V.)/ Pro - Cyprus / Greece / Israel
Justice Graham (LA City)
Ronay Waterton
Marvin Gay
James Clark
Rob Lewin (Troy State) / Pro - Spain
James Williams(Buffalo State)
Terrell Hightower
Rashid Isler
Terrell Robinson (PS 263)
Tyrell Slater
Jason McLeod
Kaleef McLeod
Malcolm Connor (ABA-Gallup Talons)/Chile
Dewayne Merit
Tamir Smith
Shawn Mark
John Slim Jones
Kareem Slim Lloyd (Boise State University)
Seldon Jefferson (West Virginia University)
Rodney Seale
Karim Telfer (Augusta State University)/ Pro-Romania
Yacouba "Jacob" Doumbia* (Mali, West Africa)
Trevor Breland* (Ventura College, CA)
Miguel Andrews (Pro - Venezuela)
Ramon Clemente* (Paris JC / Wichita St. University)
Timothy Williams*
Sequan Denson
Robert Mitchell (Alan Houston)
Philip Cameron
Eric Lilly
Anthony Cameron* (North Country CC)
Dwayne Marshall* (Cal State Fullerton)
Travis Billy
Justin Bright
Gerald Garner
Shawn Richards
Lamar Phillip
Steven Brignol* (Globe Tech)
Allen Griffin (Syracuse University)/(Asst. Coach Providence)
Shameel Carty*
Lucas Henry
Andrew Gould* (Genessee C.C.)
Curtis Outten* (Glendale CC, CA)
Keenan Givens
Zach Williams Pro-Overseas
Devon Millar
Rashein Little
Robert Ross
Duval Taylor
Adedokun Olanrewaju
Garnett Thompson (Pro-Overseas)
Andre Rivera
Lloyd Clinton
Darius Waters
Mike Lee
Melvin Rivers
Shaun Russell
Willie Johnson
Ricardo Durrant
Lazarus Williams
Dave Campbell
Tesfa Hamilton
Charles Jones
Lamont Jones
Tony Slater (Florida Pit Bulls - ABA)
Troy Marcus
Marcus Archer
Jamel Potts
Anderson Labaze
Bunja Yaboe* (Gambia, Africa)
Alasana Ceesay* (Gambia, Africa)
Jermaine Abraham
James McGhaney* (Hillcrest HS)
Luis Charles* (Gloucester CC)
Prince Abidoye* (Ventura College)
Salif Kante* (South Shore H.S.)
Mike Thompson (Pro-Mexico)
Kevin Gilbert
Joseph Miller
Nigel Byam* (Carl Albert State College, OK)
Anthony Soares* (Chaffey College, CA)
Rashaun Banjo (Pro - Chile)
Akim Neverson
Angelo Gordon* (Ventura College)
Sean Watson* (University of Montana)
Donny Lyons
Karl Sanders
John Thomas (Mookie)
* PLAYER IS CURRENTLY ATTENDING HIGH SCHOOL / COLLEGE or UNIVERSITY
Saturday, August 25
N.I.K.E.-1 Hall of Fame
William "Junie" Sanders *
Dean "Superman" Murray *
Terrance "Tone" Springer*
Rashid "Rock" Pinckney
Fred Brown
Darnell "D-Flight" Williams
Tyrone "Ty" Grant
Melvin "Boo-Boo" Rivers(Pate)
Andre "Flight" Duke
Shaun "Boogie" Russell
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Honorary Inductees
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Shaun Richards
Nolan Bartholomew
Dayan Murray
Lucas Henry
Harrington Williams
2003 Inductees
Rodney Seale
Mike Lee
Willie Johnson
Phillip "Hagie" Cameron July 07, 1972 - May 13, 2003
2004 Inductees
Seldon Jefferson
Eric Lilly
***No Inductees for 2005***
2006 Inductees
D.L. Samuels
2007 Inductees
Ronay Waterton
Andre Riviera,/b>
Lamar Phillip
Tuesday, September 12
NIKE-1 member ends college career,starts pro career..
Darnell Williams, a 5th year senior at Xavier University will be ending his college career this year. Darnell, coming back from a torn ACL suffered in his junior year, had a decent season (13ppg)and averaging over 18ppg in the last 10 games of the season. With a disappointing loss to St Bonaventure during the Atlantic 10 Tourney, Xavier will be looking for an invite to the N.I.T.
Good Luck on the next level Darnell!!
An additional bit of good news Darnell was invited to the Portsmouth Invitational Camp and the Phoenix Camp where he performed well, he is currently awaiting an invite to the Chicago Camp.... Darnell is currently on the LA Summer League Roster of the Sacramento Kings.. Darnell is expected to impress the coaches of the Kings enough to possibly earn an opening season roster spot...Good Luck Kid!!
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