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Wednesday, July 23
HEAT 16 & UNDER 16 & UNDER WINS HOLLOW LG. TITLE IN 3 GAMES; FINISH UNDEFEATED AT PALEY P.A.L.;WIN CHAMPIONSHIP AT WISSAHICKON
The Heat are accepting applications from prospective players for the spring 2007 season. In March, the team will make their annual appearance at the Panther Classic in Petawawa Canada. It will be this team's first exposure to major high school competition.
Contact Jon Kinley---Email jkinley@penncharter.com
You will need to provide us with a copy of your birth certificate AND proof of your grade.
There are NO residence or parents commitment requirements BUT be prepared to get to and from practice yourself.
When the team is ready to travel---you will need to do fund raisers or provide money for the trip. We keep costs to a minimum!
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Wednesday, July 23
HAROLD HICKS TOPS 3000 CAREER POINTS; MARQUE' GRIFFIN, 7th AT 1878; BRANDON WESLEY 8th, 1622; JAVEZ REYNOLDS 11th; NAKIEF WILLIAMS 17TH; D. YARD NEXT
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Harold Hicks continued to build his career totals, becoming the second Heat player to score 3000 points. He 3000 points in the his team's hard fought MYBL play-off win, 60-59 versus Next Level. He was selected a 2008 M.Y.B.L. All star, as his team fell to the Fire in the finals 86-82. In the game Hicks topped 2000 points, he was outstanding, scoring 32 points on 14-16 shooting from the field and making six assists in a 92-73 win at Norristown. He scored 88 points and dealt 28 assists in seven games, helping the Heat 16-Under win the Silver Division of the Wildcat National. in Rockford Ill. His career total is 3064 points in 250 games. He is the second highest scorer in Heat history and tops among active players. Hicks averages almost six assists per-game. When Philly won the M.Y.B.L. 14 Under title, Hicks was the M.V.P. In four tough play-off games, he averaged 15 points and five assists.
Marque' Griffin (1878 points), moved into 7th place on the team's 1000 Career Point Club. "G-Force" led his 15 and Under team to two titles (Happy Hollow and Northlight CC) and two runner-up (Keystone Blazer Classic and Hoop Magic Va.). He was outstanding in the "Best of Philly" Classic, with 54 points and lock down defense. He also was strong at the Panther Classic in Canada, scoring 91 points in five games to help the 14-Under to the Consolation Championship against High School Varsity teams. Griffin also was a leader in assists, steals and rebounds across the border. He was the MVP of the New Sigma League, where his team was undefeated champs. Griffin's 14 and Under team had a 72-15 record since November, with five titles.
Brandon Wesley moved became the 8th highest scorer in team history with 1622 points in 117 games. In one his of seven team titles (Happy Hollow League), Brandon scored 10 key points on strong moves (one for a thee point play) in crunch time of the Happy Hollow championship game. Wesley was relentless on the boards and could score from just about anywhere on the floor.
Shooting guard Javez Reynolds also helped the 14 and Under team win the title in the "Best of Philly" Classic. "Vez", who is competing in his third Heat season, tallied 49 points, often on important possessions, to climb 1435 career points. He recently passed D. J. Newbill, who is averaging almost 20 points a game in the top Summer Camps in the USA.
Nakief Williams became the newest member of the Philly Heat 1000 point club, as he helped the 15 and Under Squad win the chip at North Light C. C. "Keif" scored his milestone poins on a three point shot, as his team wqas pulling ahed in the first half. He's not only a scorer, as he rebounds well and has good court vision. Williams career total stands a 1105 points.
Khalief Trawick will end a very successful career, as he will soon leave the Heat, to begin college. He became the 11th Philly Heat player to score 1500 points, when he hit the game winning shot as the Heat topped the Stars 66-65 in over-time in the New Sigma League. at Ben Franklin High. He fired for a career high 40 against the D.C. Assault at the Capitol Events National Invitational Semi-Final (An 81-75 win) in Washington D.C. when he went over the 1000 point mark. Trawick reached the milestone in 56 games (18+ PPG). Only Dionte Christmas (42 Games, 24+ PPG) got there faster. Khaloef now has 1534 career points.
Wing Forward D. J. Newbill topped 1000 points in style, where he was MVP on his undefeated team won the Metro Baltimore Basketball League. Newbill drained 54 points in three MYBL playoff games to run his career total to 1614 points in 125 Heat (Record 98-23, Seven Titles) contests. D.J. Helped the Heat win title #7, when he drained a winning shot at the buzzer in the Chip game. He is especially tough to stop, because of his size (6'2") and his ability to shoot from outside. If you choose to double him on defense, to stop his scoring, he unselfishly dominates the game with assists.
THE PHILLY HEAT 1000 POINT CLUB:
Steve Hassell............4012 Pts. (Graduated 1999-05)
Harold Hicks........…3064 Pts. (11th Grade-2005-08)
Tony Baker...........…2494 Pts. (Graduated-1998-03)
Ty Reed....................2241 Pts. (Graduated-1998-02)
John Davis................2220 Pts. (Graduated-1998-03)
Dawud Morris...…...2175 Pts. (Graduated-2001-03)
Marque' Griffin..…...1878 Pts. (11th Grade-2006-07)
Brandon Wesley..…..1622 Pts. (12thGrade..2006-07)
D. J.Newbill..............1614 Pts. (Retired-2006-08)
Khalief Trawick.…...1534 Pts. (12th Grade-2006-08)
Javez Reynolds.......1435 Pts. (9th Grade-2004-08)
John Stewart.......…..1417 Pts. (Graduated-2001-03)
Haneef Lott.........…..1288 Pts (Retired...2004-06)
Rashad McGhee…....1272 Pts. (Graduated-1998-02)
Bahim Hall...............1140 Pts. (Retired...2004-06)
Nakief Williams---1115 Pts. (10th Grade-2006-08)
Ricky McClain.........1114 Pts. (Graduated-2003-05)
Rick Willoughby......1033 Pts. (Graduated-2002-04)
Dionte Christmas.….1012 Pts. (Graduated 2003-05)
Nick Martin..............1009 Pts. (Graduated-2001-02)
THROUGH THE GAMES OF July 21, 2008
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Wednesday, March 14
16 & UNDER WINS HOLLOW LG. TITLE IN 3 GAMES, WINS PLAYOFF OPENER AT HANK GATHERS; FINISH THIRD AT PANTHER CLASSIC IN PETAWAWA CA.
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The Philly Heat 16 and Under defeated the Village to win their best of three game championship final at the Happy Hollow League. Village came out on fire, to jump to a 18-10 lead in the first half. Philly worked hard to tie thae game at 24 with three seconds remaining in the period, but D.L. Lawrence 70 foot buzzer beater regained the lead for the Village.
With about nine minutes remaining in the game, the outlook was dark for Philly. Marque' Griffin was called for a foul (his fourth), when it looked like he had made a clean blocked shot. The Heat were down 34-28 and in trouble. That play lit a fire in Philly, as they went on a tear for the rest of the game, outscoring Village 25-5 to take the title home.
Brandon Wesley led the Heat with 16 points (10 at crunch time), Khalief Trawick's added 14 points (six at C.T.) and Harold Hicks scored 13 points (six in C.T.). D. J. Newbill had seven assists, Griffin five steals and Wesley grabbed 12 rebounds. Village was led by Marcus "Worm" Johnson's 17 points. Lawrence added 14 points and 10 rebounds.
Philly won the first game 55-50 behind Trawick's 16 points. Wesley, 12, Hicks 11, and Newbill 10 points all had solid games. In the second game, Village came out hot and beat the Heat 62-53. Village was led by Lawrewnce's 14 points, followed by Marcus Grimes 13 points and Dawight Whitmore's 13 markers. Trawick led Philly with 15 points.
Earlier, they defeated Imhotep 39-34 in a Happy Hollow League semi-final play-off. The Heat played tight defense to gain their victory. The key shot was a three pointer by Hicks to give his team their first lead of the second half, 31-30, with five minutes remaining. Later, big buckets by Trawick, Wesley, Newbill, and Griffin sealed the victory.
At Hank Gathers, the Heat won their play-off opener 56-51 over Hank 44. Danzel Yard led Philly with 16 points, followed by Trawick's 13 points and Wesley's 10 tallies. They will face the Hurricanes on Thursday March 15 at 7:00 PM, in the division semi-finals.
In Canada, Philly finished a strong third place in the Panther Classic in Petawawa Canada, falling to Sun Youth of Montreal, who won the title a game later. They defeated Centennial Belleville High School 81-55, St. FX Hammond High School 102-58, AY Jackson High School 61-56 to make the Semi-Finals. Antwan Miller was selected All Tourney, Trawick, Hicks, Norman McNair all played well.
Saturday, January 6
HEAT 16 & UNDER ARE UNDEFEATED CHAMPIONS AT PALEY P.A.L
The 16 and Under team gave Philly their second title of the night, (the 14-U won earlier) though they had to work hard to earn it. The Heat put together five minutes of superb play to start the second half, turning a 24-17 lead into a 45-21 advantage with a 21-4 run. The Wolves pulled to within 12 points late in the game, but no closer.
Brandon Wesley led the team with 19 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Khalief Trawick scored 18 points. Harold Hicks added 10 points and dealt 10 assists. Griffin had seven points, four steals and four assists. Norman McNair scored six points and grabbed six rebounds. Newbill added six points and five boards.
Sunday, December 31
NINTH AND TENTH GRADERS WIN TITLE AT LEHIGH VALLEY'S IN THE ZONE HOLIDAY JAM-FEST, DEFEAT DOWNTOWN YOUTH 61-42
The Philly Heat 9th and 10th graders defeated the Downtown Athletic Club of Allentown, 61-42 to win the In the Zone Holiday Jam-Fest December 28-30, 2006. The Heat, organization has not lost since mid October, for a winning a streak of 31 games.
Harold Hicks and Brandon Wesley led the Heat with 16 points. Marque' Griffin scored 11 points and five steals, D. J. Newbill added 10 points and seven assists. Wafeeq Jamal had eight points and four assists.
Hicks played at his best when Philly needed him most, which was the semi-final win versus Can Six of Toronto Canada. Wesley and Cardell Hellems (10 points each) fouled out, leaving the Heat with only four players on the floor and a tie game at 50 apiece with four minutes remaining. Hicks scored 14 points (10 for 10 on free throws) on the way to a career high 28 points. He added six assists and eight rebounds (four in the last three minutes). Newbill added 4 for 4 free throws as the Philly edged Can Six 68-63.
Philly defeated Lehigh Valley 66-44 and Downtown A.C. 57-39 in pool play. Hicks averaged 20 points and six assists in the four game event.
Saturday, December 23
HEAT 16 AND UNDER DEFEAT THE WOLVERINES TO WIN WISSAHICKON B. & G. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP; WIN AT PALEY PAL LEAGUE 62-54 TO FINISH UNDEFEATED
The Philly Heat 16 and Under edged the Wolverines 51-45 to win the Wissahickon Boys and Girls Club Fall League championship. Philly sprinted to a 32-19 lead behind Khalief Trawick's 17 points half. They then withstood a corageous ralley by the hosts.
With four minutes remaining, the Heat's big lead had dwindled to 42-41. Harold Hicks kept his team ahead by nailing a couple of three point buckets earlier in the second half. With the game on the line Brandon Wesley (12 points) scored two post buckets (one was a three point play) to give the Heat a 47-43 lead.
After a Wolverine score tightened the game, Marcus Grimes stole a pass and scored with 25 secomds remaining to put Philly up 49-45. D.L. Lawrence was fouled with seven seconds remaining and calmly hit his free throws to assure the title.
The Heat had defated Fisher Park 67-47 in the semi-finals. The win was more satisfying because Fisher Park handed the Heat their only defeat in regular season play. The scoring was supplied by Lawrence (15 points), Trawick (14 points), Grimes (10 points), Hicks (10 points)and Wesley (11 points). Antwan Miller led in rebounds and Marque Griffin was the steals leader.
In the Paley P.A.L. League, they defeated the Wolves 62-54 to finish the regular season undefeated. The Wolves gave Philly all they could handle, when they tied the game at 50 apiece with four minutes remaining. The Heat played tight defeanse and hit some big shots, outscoring their opponents 12-4 at crunch time. Jon "Juice" Williams, Trawick, Hicks, and Wesley each scored 12 points.
Earlier, Philly cruised to a high scoring entertaining 85-65 victory. They trailed 35-30 at half time, but outscored their opponents 55-30 in the second half. It was the most points Philly had scored in a half, since they tallied 61 points in the first half versus West Carlton Ontario in a 108-47 win in the "Sweet 16" of the Panther Classic at Petawawa Canada.
The scoring was balanced, as Lawrence, Trawick, and Grimes had 17 points apiece. Hicks added 15 points and passed for 14 assists, a career high. Wesley grabbed 10 rebounds. Griffin and Williams had five steals and six points apiece.
The Heat will open the P.A.L. Play-offs versus Reach One Teach One
Thursday, November 30
HEAT WIN TITLE AT LANGLEY PARK (MD) BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB CLASSIC; SCORE BIG IN P.A. L. OPENER
The Philly Heat 16 and Under defeated the Warriors 75-65 to capture the Langley Park Boys and Girls Club Classic at Langley Park Maryland. The Heat completed the weekend undefeated by winning their three pool play games by an average of 22 points.
In the title game Khalief Trawick scored 19 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to earn MVP honors. Marcus Grimes, Brandon Wesley, Harold Hicks and Jon "Juice" Williams all scored in double figures. Marque Griffin was the defensive stopper, grabbibng five steals and guarding the tourney's high scorer, Greg Wilson.
In the pool play games, Philly rolled 81-45 over the Langley Park 16 and Under, 74-63 over the Langley Park 19 and Under and 77-56 versus the Stars. Antwan Miller had his biggest game versus 6'9" Shawn Taylor of Langley Park. He scored 11 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Forward Brandon Wesley also came up big versus Langley's size. He had a team high 27 points and nine rebounds. D.L. Lawrence burned the Stars, when he scored 16 points and handed out five assists. Norman McNair had 10 points against the Langley 16's.
The Heat cruised to a high scoring entertaining 85-65 victory on the Paley P.A.L. League. The Heat trailed 35-30 at half time, but outscored their opponents 55-30 in the second half. It was the most points Philly had scored in a half, since they tallied 61 points in the first half versus West Carlton Ontario in a 108-47 win in the "Sweet 16" of the Panther Classic at Petawawa Canada.
The scoring was balanced, as "D.L. Lawrence, Khalief Trawick, and Marcus Grimes had 17 points apiece. Harold Hicks added 15 points and passed for 14 assists, a career high. Brandon wesley grabbed 10 rebounds. Marque' Griffin and Jon "Juice" Williams had five steals and six points apiece.
Monday, July 3
HEAT DEFEAT BALTIMORE BULLS TO WIN M.Y.B.L. TITLE: SURVIVE SCARE VERSUS CARMELO'S CHOICE
The Philly Heat defeated the Baltimore Bulls 49-33 to earn the organization's first ever Baltimore Youth Basketball League Championship. In order to get to the title game, the Heat had to survive a suspenseful semi-final test, defeating Carmelo's Choice 34-33, when Harold Hicks hit a drive with 5.4 seconds to play.
Philly, who's combined regular season and playoff record is 10-2, cruised to victory because everyone contributed. Jon "Juice" Williams led the team with 17 points. Marque' Griffin was unstoppable a times on both ends of the floor, scoring nine points and grabbing five steals. Octavious Booker and Bahim Hall controlled the boards 11 each. Hicks led his team with seven assists.
In the semifinals, the future looked dark for the Heat, when they fell behind Carmelo's Choice 21-5 in the game's first 12 minutes. Choice played superb full court defense and had an offense designed to disable the Heat's league leading man to man defense. Philly switched completely, to a 1-2-2 full court zone press and press breaking "score first" offense.
The Heat got to within 23-16 at half time and continued to cut into the lead in the second half. Javez Reynolds, Kian Coates, Booker and Hall all scored baskets in the final three minutes to keep Philly within a point of Carmelo's. Williams hit a short jumper to gave the Heat their first lead with 33 seconds remaining. But Choice came back with a put-back hoop with 12 seconds on the clock. Hicks didn't need a time out to decide what his team needed to win. He drove hard to the rim, scoring a tough hoop over three defenders at the 5.4 second mark. Carmelo's last shot was rebounded by the do it all Griffin.
Monday, June 26
HEAT DEFEAT BOMBERS, JAMMERS IN BALTIMORE METRO YOUTH LEAGUE PLAY-OFF
The Philly Heat won two play-off games in the B.M.Y.L. to advance to the semi-finals of this tough league. They defeated the Beltway Ballers (5-5) 54-35 in an opening round contest. The Heat (8-2) faced the East Coast Jammers (7-3) in the quarter-finals, defeating them 47-44 in over-time.
Versus the Jammers, Heat led for most of the game, but the Jammers always stayed within striking distance of Philly. The East Coast tied the game at 35 on a follow-up shot with 6 seconds remaining. Philly had the last shot of regulation, but Brandon Wesley's shot as the buzzer sounded was short. Wesley would get his revenge in overtime.
The Heat again took charge in overtime, gaining a 40-35 advantage on a pair of Octavious Booker hoops and Marque' Griffin's free throw. The Jammers did not fold and came back to within 45-44 and in possession of the ball with 14 seconds remaining. They miss a driving shot in the lane and at follow-up, before Wesley grabbed the rebound and was fouled with 1.5 seconds on the clock. He hit both ends of a one and one to seal the victory and a trip to the semi-finals.
Wesley led Philly with 11 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Bahim Hall had nine points. Griffin scored eight points (two big free throws late in over-time), made seven assists and had four steals. Booker had eight points and a team high 11 rebounds. Harold Hicks added eight points and six assists.
Versus the Beltway Ballers Javez Reynolds hit a buzzer beating three pointer into half-time to break up the best Baller rally, putting them down 27-16 at intermission. Hicks, who scored 17 points led Philly, Wesley scored another 13, and Billy Wood added eight points.
Wednesday, June 21
HEAT FALL IN SEMI-FINAL AT ATHLETES FOR A BETER EDUCATION "TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS" IN KUTZTOWN PA.; "PLAY UP" IN 10th GRADE DIVISION
The Philly Heat fell to Chillies 77-66 in the semi-finals of the prestigious Athletes for a Better Education "Tournament of Champions" at Kutztown University. The Heat were "Playing up" this weekend in the 10th Grade division, while all their players are in 8th and 9th grade. They were invited because of their strong showing in the Metro Baltimore League.
Kian Coates led the Heat with 16 points and five assists. Brandon Wesley and Octavious Booker added 12 points each and were solid on the boards against the taller Chillies'. Marque' Griffin had 10 points, four assists and four steals.
The Philly qualified for the semi-final when they defeated the P.V. Ballers 70-50. Harold Hicks, Wesley, Bahim Hall, and Booker scored 10 points each. Griffin and Coates added eight points. Javez Reynolds and Rahquil Norton had seven points apiece.
The Heat overcame foul trouble and a gritty effort by Reading (Pa.) PAL to win their first game 49-45, Both teams traded small leads until the Heat put together a 8-0 run, to go ahead 47-40 with 45 seconds remaining. Hicks led the Heat with 17 points and five assists, Wesley, Booker and Hall scored eight points each. Booker and Wesley grabbed nine rebounds apiece. Griffin had six points and four steals.
The M.Y.B.L. Play-offs are scheduled for June 19-25.
***For Heat complete player statistics, go to the 14 and Under Section and click on "STATS"
Thursday, June 8
PHILLY HEAT DEFEAT NICETOWN 49-43: FALL TO LAUREL FIRE 55-52,TO FINISH TIED FOR SECOND IN THE M.Y.B.L
The Heat won a tough game at Nicetown Boys and Girls Club 49-43. The win was satisfying because it came on Nicetown's very small home court. Philly scored eight straight points to boost their lead to 47-37 with under two minutes left.
Brandon Wesley (11 rebounds) led the Heat with 16 points. Harold Hicks ( Seven assists) scored 14 points Kion Coates added 10 points, Marque Griffin grabbed five steals and Octavious Booker got 12 boards.
The Philly Heat came up one shot short in their quest to be regular season champs of Metro Baltimore League, in Laurel. They were defeated by the host Magic-32 Fire 55-52, when Harold Hicks' three pointer at the buzzer bounced three times on the rim and fell out. The Fire's (12-1) win assured them of the top play-off seed. The Heat (6-2) will finish tied for second place. In their other game, Philly made a big second half come-back against the fifth place East Coast Jammers. They erased a seven point lead by the Jammers early in the second half to gain a 45-41 victory.
The Heat's losses have come at the hands of regional power-house teams, such as the Fire. They were defeated by the Playaz 78-71, D.C. Assault, and Riverside Church. The also own wins were against Positive Image (Phila.), Carmello's Choice and the Garden State Sharpshooters.
The Heat are a well balanced team, led by WF Brandon Wesley (16.5 PPG and 8.8 RPG), WG Bahim Hall (13.2 PPG), PG Harold Hicks (12.3 PPG and 6.8 APG) Marque' Griffin (11.2 PPG and 3.5 Steals), PF Octavious Booker (11.3 RPG and 2.5 Blocks) and G Kion Coates (8.0 PPG).
Philly's next major appearance will be at the Athletes for a Better Education Tournament of Champions at Kutztown University June 16-18. The M.Y.B.L. Play-offs are scheduled for June 19-25.
***For Heat complete player statistics, go to the 14 and Under Section and click on "STATS
Tuesday, May 9
PHILLY 14-UNDER SWEEP FOUR GAMES IN THE BALTIMORE METRO YOUTH LEAGUE: CLIMB TO FIRST PLATE AT 5-1
The Philly Heat 14 and Under sweep all four of their games in the Baltimore Metro Youth Basketball League, to push their regular season record to 5-1. They defeated TSR 49-27, Maryland Waves White 53-29, Howard County Terps 71-36, and finished the weekend by beating the Metro All-Stars 52-36.
Each game produced different heroes. Versus TSR Javez Reynolds hit a three point shot, that put his team ahead by four points at halftime. Brandon Wesley (16 points)Harold Hicks (13 points) helped make the win look easy with a big second half. Against the Waves, Bahim Hall led the way with 19 points, but it was the defense, led by Marque' Griffin's five steals and Octavious Booker's four blocked shots that made the 24 point win margin.
The Terps had the best shooting game against Philly, so the offense stepped up, as all five starters (led by Wesley's 22 points) scored in double figures. Rahquil Norton added six points, Hicks nine assists, Booker 11 rebounds and Griffin another four steals.
Philly's only loss was to Carmello's Choice, one of the favorites to win the league, when they were narrowly defeated 36-33 in earlier action.
Sunday, April 16
PHILLY HEAT'S UPSET BID VERSUS TIM THOMAS "PLAYAZ" STOPPED ON KEY CALL: FALL 78-71
The Philly Heat's upset bid versus the Tim Thomas "Playaz" was going fine from their point of view. A win versus the mighty Playaz would put them within another win of the championship of the Rebounds Roundball Classic in Neptune New Jersey.
They had the ball, trailing 69-67, with two minutes on the clock. A controversial offensive foul call on Brandon Wesley changed everything. Instead of Wesley shooting two free throws for a possible tie, the Playaz scored to put the Heat down four points with 1:30 remaining. Exhausted, and in foul trouble, Philly never was able to recover, falling 78-71.
Early in the second half, the Playaz received a poor call, when mammoth 6’6 Forward Trevor Clemmings was ejected for hanging on the rim after an unsuccessful dunk attempt. This gave the Heat, who were playing eye to eye with them even more momentum.
The Heat were led by Marque' Griffin, who had 22 points, four steals and six assists. His back court partner Harold Hicks scored 15 points, grabbed six rebounds and dealt five assists. Wesley scored 14 points and grabbed a team high 11 rebounds. Marcus "Worm" Johnson and Bahim Hall added 10 points apiece. Jayon James and Fuquan Edwin led the Playaz scoring.
Friday, April 14
HEAT 14-UNDER PLAY UP: FINISH THIRD IN "GARDEN STATE SLAM-FEST" AT HOOP HEAVEN
The Philly Heat 14 and Under team "played up", when they entered the Garden State Slam-Fest 15 and Under Division at Hoop Heaven in Whippany New Jersey. While they did not win the event, they finished a strong third place. Their only loss was in the semi-finals to the Riverside Hawks, one of New York City's oldest and strongest programs.
The Hawks jumped out to a 18-5 lead, using a combination of size, strength and jump shooting. The younger Heat responded by going on a run of their own, getting the game tied at 25 apiece late in the first half. The highlight was Octavious Booker's two hand slam-dunk over two Hawk defenders. The Hawks were able to keep Philly at bay the rest of the contest.
Booker led the Heat with 17 points and nine rebounds. Marque' Griffin scored 13 points and four steals. Brandon Wesley added 11 points (three 3's) and seven boards.
The Heat played well in their pool play games. They defeated the Stamford (Connecticut) Express 72-42. Marcus "Worm" Johnson led his team with 22 points. He wasn't alone as Wesley and Javez Reynolds each scored 13 points. Harold Hicks came within three rebounds of a "triple-double", he scored 11 points, passed for 12 assists and grabbed seven rebounds. They defeated the Garden State Sharpshooters 55-43 in their other pool game.
Monday, March 20
HEAT 14 AND UNDER DEFEAT KEYSTONE BLAZERS 41-36: TAKE CHAMPIONSHIP IN "BEST OF PHILLY" TOURNAMENT
The Philly Heat 14 and Under "White" defeated the Keystone Blazers "Blue" 41-37 to take the championship of "The Best Of Philly", the areas first big tournament. It is sponsored by Positive Image Basketball. The Heat are emerging as one of the City powers and the Blazers of Conchahocken are always tough in the Middle Atlantic AAU.
Philly got off to a strong start as Darren "D.L." Lawrence (12 points and three steals), Harold Hicks (10 points and six assists) staked out a 14-8 lead in the first eight minutes. But the Blazers dug in for the next 16 minutes, outscoring the Heat by 23-10, to take a 31-24 lead with eight minutes left in the game. As in their big win versus Philly Press, the Heat worked even harder in their man to man defense. Marque Griffin scored eight of his 10 points (5-6 free throws in the last two minutes) and Brandon Wesley (10 rebounds) hit a pair of clutch free throws.
Down the stretch, the Heat outscored the Blazers 17-5. There were many defensive heroes; Will Respes (10 points), had three steals and Octavious Booker grabbed 10 rebounds, Marcus "Worm" Johnson grabbed seven boards and had two blocked shots. Griffin made five steals, and Hicks had three steals and Wesley three blocked shots.
The Heat (4-0) defeated the Philly Press 48-42, to make the championship game. For a re-cap of this game and their other tourney wins, go to "My Site News". They defeated Dockry School 57-52 and the Keystone Blazers Red 49-44 for their other pool play wins.
Box Scores:
Title Game; Heat 41, Keystone Blazers "Blue" 36, Wesley 5, Lawrence 12, Reynolds 1, Hicks 8, Griffin 8, Respes 10.
Pool E Game Three; Heat 48 Philly Press 42, Wesley, 11, Lawrence 5, Hicks 10, Griffin 12, Booker 4, Respes 4.
Pool E Game Two; Heat 56, Dockry 51, Wesley 8, Lawrence 22, Reynolds 5, Johnson 12
Pool E Game One; Heat 49, Keystone Blazers "Red" 42, Wesley, 8, Lawrence 13, Reynolds 3, Hicks 9, Griffin 8, Booker 4, Respes 4.
Sunday, March 19
HEAT 14 AND UNDER DEFEAT PHILLY PRESS: 48-42 PLAY IN FINALS OF "BEST OF PHILLY" TOURNAMENT
The Philly Heat 14 and Under defeated the Philly Press 48-42, to make the championship game of the "Best Of Philly" Tournament, sponsored by Positive Image. It was the last pool play game and Press (1-2) was desperate. All the Heat (3-0) needed was a win to secure a bid to the "Chip" game.
With 10 minutes remaining, things looked bleak for the Heat, who were trailing 30-23, with their zone defense ineffective versus Press' patient offense. A switch to man to man, which the Heat have been working on, proved to be the game's most potent weapon. The Heat outscored the Press 25-12 the rest of the game.
Harold Hicks (10 points) devoted most his talent to defense (five steals) and assists (eight), who along with Marque' Griffin (Team high 12 points) and Wesley, led the comeback. Will Respes added eight points and grabbed nine rebounds
Earlier Philly defeated Dockry School 57-52, eliminating their title hopes.
Top scores were "Worm" Johnson, Wesley, Lawrence and Respes. Javez Reynolds drained a three point shot late to keep the Heat ahead.
In their first pool game they defeated the Keystone Blazers Red 49-44. The Blazers are a tough Middle Atlantic AAU team. The Heat couldn't shake the the Blazers throughout the contest. While they led almost wire to wire, they never led by more than eight points. Wesley and Lawrence hit big buckets in the final two minutes. Griffin hit two clutch free throws down the stretch. Octavious Booker grabbed a team high 12 rebounds. Harold Hicks dealt nine assists, including two "dimes" in crunch time. Will Respes grabbed eight rebounds. Javez Reynolds added five points.
Sunday, March 5
PHILLY HEAT 14 AND UNDER PLACE THIRD AT "MARCH MAGIC" IN ALTOONA PA.
The Philly Heat "White", 14 and Under Played well in their first Major out of town event, the March Magic Tournament in Altoona Pa. The event is sponsored by the Pa. Prep Report and Big E.K. Sports. Philly placed third, losing to two of Western Pa's top teams; the Keystone Gators in over-time 65-64 and the Pittsburgh Renegades 53-47 in the semi-finals. They defeated the Pa. Hoop Stars 77-53 in pool play and beat State College 79-71 in the quarter-finals. People responsible for ranking Pennsylvania's AAU teams felt that Philly had a strong weekend, but the Heat players felt that they were only a couple of close referees calls away from the championship.
It's hard to focus the defense on one or two Heat players and that's a big reason why they are so tough to defeat. It seemed that there were different stars in each contest. Versus the Hoop Stars, D. L. Lawrence's 16, Brandon Wesley's 13 points led the scoring. Against the Gators, Harold Hicks scored 15 and Marque' Griffin 11 points. In the quarter-finals versus State College, Wesley had 22, followed by Will Respes 14, and Javez Reynolds nine points. In the semi-final against the Renegades, Lawrence scored 13 and Griffin 12 points. Leading rebounders for the tournament's four games were Respes (8.8 RPG), Wesley (8.2 RPG), Octavious Booker and Lawrence (6.5 RPG). Assist leaders were Griffin and Hicks (4.5 APG) and Lawrence (3.5 APG).
The Heat earned a the right to play in The Best Of Philly Classic, March 17-19, sponsored by Positive Image. This event often draws some of the top teams in the area. Past winners include, Positive Image, Hunting Park Warriors and Philly MJC.
Tuesday, February 21
HEAT DEFEAT AAU PENN-JAGUARS 68-59
The Heat's "White" team defeated the Penn Jaguars of the Middle Atlantic AAU 68-59, sending a message that they are on the rise in the Phila. area. Playing straight man to man defense, the Heat quieted the high scoring Jaguars through most of the third quarter. By the end of the period, the Jags were starting to figure out how to score, so Philly, neatly switched to a 2-3 zone to open the fourth quarter. They went on a 20-6 run to put the game away.
Brandon Wesley led the Heat with 17 points and had eight boards. Darren "DL" Lawrence added 15 points and seven steals. Octavious "Game" Booker tallied nine points and grabbed nine rebounds. Devante "DJ" Newbill scored eight points and had six rebounds. Harold Hicks tallied seven points and made six assists. Marque' Griffin added seven points, four assists and three steals.
Saturday, February 18
THE HEAT "WHITE" DEFEAT 26th STREET 44-40 IN NORTH LIGHT LEAGUE OPENER
The Philly Heat "White defeated a determined 26th Street squad 44-40, in their North Light League ...
Thursday, February 16
Heat 14 and Under Defeat The Village 39-38 in Hank Gathers
The Philly Heat 14 and Under defeated the Village 39-38 on a put-back basket by Marque' Griffin with six seconds remaining. With Philly trailing 38-37 with 17 seconds left, the Village was set to run out the clock for the win, but Harold Hicks, Griffin and Rahquil Norton triple teamed the ball to get a clean steal. With 12 seconds left, "D. J." Newbill's shot missed, Hicks hustled for the board and missed a fade-away at eight seconds (he might have been fouled), before Griffin scooped up the final rebound and hit a power lay-up for the win.
Hicks led his team with 18 points and five assists. Newbill added 11 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Will Respes added eight points and eight boards..
Heat Defeat Diamond Street Elite at Hank Gathers
The Heat "White" defeated Diamond Street Elite 57-48 in Hank Gathers League Action. Harold Hicks led Philly with 20 points and four assists. Devonte "DJ" Newbill had 12 points, three assists and five rebounds. Will Respes scored eight points and grabbed eight rebounds and blocked three shots. Brandon Wesley tallied eight points and grabbed nine rebounds.Marque' Griffin scored six points and dealt three assists in his first Heat contest. Next up at Gathers are neighborhood rival, The Village.
Heat Earn Third Place at the "In The Zone" Tournament in Allentown Pa.
The Philly Heat 14 and Under grabbed third place at the "In The Zone" tournament in Allentown Pa. after a strong 2-1 showing in pool play, they fell to eventual champion, Faith Christian 57-50 in the semi-finals. Though Philly played without two starters, they almost stole this title. Harold Hicks led the Heat with 18 points, followed by Bahim Hall's 11 points and 10 rebounds. Haneef Lott scored 10 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished five assists. Davon Gaskins grabbed seven boards and Javez Reynolds added five points.
In pool play, Philly got off to a good start, setting a team record in an 81-6 romp over Lehigh Valley Youth Assn. Hicks (15 points) led five double figure scorers, followed by Lott (13 points), Justin McCord and Hall (12 points each) and Reynolds (11 points). Next, they defeated Pine Forge 56-37. In their third game of the day, they were defeated by the Downtown Youth Center of Allentown 59-48.
Now is a great time for the "Red" to be playing solid basketball, since they are preparing for their opener in the Hank Gathers League versus Da Hollow on January 4th.
On the following Wednesday (January 11), they open their Paley PAL Playoffs versus Brickyard. A win will send them to the semi-finals.
Wednesday, September 21
Heat "White" Win Another Title; Two in a Row
The Heat traveled all the way to Neptune New Jersey, and wound up defeating City Rival Phila. ...
Heat Win Regular Season At MLK Summer League
Haneef Lott hit a "Walk-Off" three point shot, to give the Philly Heat 14 and Under the regular ...
Wednesday, July 20
Heat "White" Win First Title
After several close calls, the Philly Heat "White" 14 and Under cruised to their first ever ...
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