Marcus Lee 6-foot-9 F Deer Valley (2013) California Supreme Elite: Lee went up against the twin towers 2014 Jahlil Okafor and 2013 Jabari Parker from Chicago based Mac Irvin Fire. In the end, Lee's Southern California based club lost 77-65 but he displayed his versatility throughout the contest. Lee was aggressive in the paint, taking the ball to the paint, blocked shots, and rebounded well.
When asked what it is like to play and to practice with California Supreme Elite, Lee said, "Great experience. I love my team. We go to battle for each other. (Coach) Miles (Simon) does a great job of getting us all together and working towards a single goal. All we care about is winning. We start on the defensive end and then run. But we try to make smart decisions."
EYBL is in its third year of the current format of pool play before qualifying teams progress to Peach Jam. The competition can be fierce. "It's a battle every game," Lee continued. "There aren't any bad players. And teams are getting better as the sessions go on. I'm going against my size and bigger every game. It's a challenge I'm excited for."
To no surprise, the increased competition has helped with Lee's progression. "It's great for me. There aren't a ton of bigs in the Bay Area," said Lee. "It's the closest thing I can get to a college open gym while still being organized. It's helping me understand how hard I need to play and I've realized I can compete at this level if I keep working hard."
Isaiah Taylor 6-foot-2 PG The Village School (2013) Texas Pro: The former St. Mary's Berkeley product is now in the Lone Star state. He is bigger in stature and still plays with an aggressive nature in driving to the paint. Taylor states that he has offers from George Mason, Lehigh, Northeastern, and San Jose State. In addition to the move to Texas, Taylor also reclassified to the 2013 class. His size and quickness for a point guard makes him an attractive prospect.
Tyree Robinson and Tyrell Robinson 6-foot-4 SG Lincoln (2013) Oakland Soldiers: The San Diego based twins are making their second year on the Soldiers' prime team. Tyree was able to convert on two three point shots in helping the Soldiers defeat a loaded Houston Hoops team 68-60. Both of the twins play aggressive and at a fast pace. They also are on the football team and displayed a linebacker's mentality in attacking the basket while they also got numerous steals with safety-like anticipation and closing time.
Tyrell says about his time with the Soldiers, "The experience helped us grow up and become young men. If you are not producing, get in the lab (basketball gym)."
Shaqquan Aaron 6-foot-6 F (2014) Oakland Soldiers: Aaron has a long frame with a matching wingspan. Despite being wiry, he was in the post and was able to rebound well and defend. He has a nose for the ball on defense and is athletic. Due to his transfer, he had to sit out this past year and is still undecided on which high school he will attend in the fall. "Since I did not play in high school, it makes me want to play harder - especially with the college coaches out there to see you," said Aaron.
Stanley Johnson 6-foot-7 F Mater Dei (2014) Oakland Soldiers: Mater Dei is always a state contender. With prospects such as Johnson, that comes as no surprise as he is the most polished and versatile healthy player for the Soldiers. He has a big frame for his age, is athletic, and runs the floor well. He can rebound, bring the ball up, score in different ways, and defend various positions.
"I want to be in attack mode more and be a leader," said Johnson. "The EYBL puts you on the main platform of college recruiting. If you are good, people will notice."
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