Saturday, November 12, 2016

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Chicagoan’s have become increasingly concerned over the relentless bloodshed on the city streets.  Violence rapidly spilled over the Halloween weekend, while the Chicago Cubs were giving our city something to cheer about, 17 people were killed by senseless gunfire.  Among those were Marshall High School, promising prospect, Edward Bryant and his twin brother Edwin.  They were fatally shot in a drive by while standing with a group of associates in the old town neighborhood.  Claiming the life of Bryant was so heartbreaking to hear.  He was a six foot six junior forward starting to come into his own as a legitimate division one recruit.  Just several weeks ago, we lost one time Lincoln Park standout guard Greg Tucker Sr, who was getting into a vehicle when he was fatally shot in the uptown neighborhood.  Tucker also played at Chicago State.  That’s the same uptown area where highly touted 6’3” sophomore Gerald Hurley was stabbed a couple of months ago.  The Orr High School lad is recovering from his wounds.  This type of violence can’t all be classified as gang related.  Legislative gun laws have to change.  Young virgin shooters with access to lethal weapons are destroying the growth of our inner-city youth as well as our communities.

In Palos, IL Tommy Demogerontas scored a career high 36 points including a pivotal 10 straight during the eight-minute mark in the 2nd half, spearheading Moraine Valley to a 91-84 comeback victory over Kishwaukee.  Nick Sims was 11-19 from the field and chipped in with a quiet 27, while sophomore guard Jason Roland recorded 11 points, 6 steals and 6 assists for Moraine.  Malcolm Reed led Kishwaukee with a career high of 28 markers to go with 13 rebounds.  Kish, sophomore play-maker Bryson Butler building on his sparkling previous outing where he registered 30 points and 10 assists; he had another stellar showing – recording 18 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists.  Demogerontas a six foot seven sophomore swingman with a Euro floor game was too much for Kishwaukee in a decisive late second half rally.  The Kid is a legit Division one mid-major.       
                                        
 A few weeks ago, 6’9” senior, stretch four or pick ‘n pop/face-up forward, whatever label you want to give him, Logan Windeler departed Lincoln-Way West.  He will re-classify as a junior and suit-up at Victory Rock Prep in Florida.  Also, taking his arsenal offensive show-on-the road is former Hales Franciscan guard Milton Wordlow.  He’s at Aspire Academy in Arizona ripping opponents apart.

My sources out of East Boogie, best known as the Metro East Area, have indicated to me, East St. Louis Six Foot Ten center Jeremiah Tilmon may renege on his commitment to Illinois and Coach John Groce.  Teaming with Da’Monte Williams (Peoria Manual) and Javon Pickett (Belleville East) may be an afterthought.  St. Louis U Coach Travis Ford being the new sheriff in that area could have been a key figure in Tilmon’s recent pondering. The SLU staff has been moving and shaking since Trav arrived with his culture change.  Stay tuned……… 

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