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Athlete features, commitments, and recruiting updates from the VD Athlete media desk.
September 26, 2026
Redan guard Amare Medhin averaged 21.6 points per game as a freshman, but his discipline, leadership, family influence and approach to the game tell a much bigger story.
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Luella girls basketball is building around Naima Foster, Imari Thompson and transfer JaZiyah Foster, three proven players who give the Lady Lions size, shooting, scoring and rebounding.
Read More →September 13, 2026
Hillgrove 2028 guard Bryson Jatta earns a Wootten 150 nomination after adding an Auburn offer, as the two-way guard continues his rise in Georgia.
Read More →September 9, 2026
McEachern senior Chase Lumpkin commits to Alabama basketball. The 6-foot-4 Metro Atlanta guard will join the Crimson Tide in 2027.
Read More →September 1, 2026
Meet a group of Georgia Class of 2028 basketball players to watch entering their junior seasons, featuring rising prospects from across the state.
Read More →August 31, 2026
Gilmer's 7'1 center Preston McVey is emerging as one of Georgia's most intriguing 2027 prospects after an All-Region junior season and continued development with AE5 3SSB.
Read More →August 30, 2026
NIL is about more than endorsement deals. VD Athlete breaks down 12 realistic ways high school and college athletes can monetize their name, image, likeness, skills, audience and personal brand.
Read More →August 28, 2026
Hillgrove five-star Asa Montgomery climbs from No. 50 to No. 8 in ESPN's 2027 rankings after a breakout summer with AOT and USA Basketball.
Read More →August 17, 2026
Destini McLemore, a Class of 2028 guard at Bradwell Institute, has already won a state title, earned All-Region honors and attracted Division I interest.
Read More →August 16, 2026
Arkansas' No. 1 Class of 2029 prospect MJ Witherspoon is set to join Oak Hill Academy, adding another talented young guard to Ryan Devlin's program.
Read More →August 14, 2026
Jhaliana "Juice" Guy earns CHAPY Offensive Player of the Year after a record-setting sophomore season at Clinton High School in Iowa.
Read More →August 13, 2026
Zaire Colbert joins Coach Chris Carswell and Fort Walton Beach as the Vikings look to build on a 21–8 season, District Championship and Sweet 16 appearance.
Read More →August 6, 2026
Marcus "MJ" Curry Jr. was recognized by the City of Augusta with an official proclamation declaring August 4 as "Marcus MJ Curry Day," celebrating his first Peach Jam title, academic excellence, and impact on the community.
Read More →August 4, 2026
AJ Williams, the No. 1 player in the Class of 2028, has officially reclassified to 2027 after a dominant year with USA Basketball and AOT on the Nike EYBL circuit.
Read More →August 4, 2026
Long County High School senior Jy'Son Mallard is proving South Georgia basketball deserves more attention. The versatile Class of 2027 guard discusses his development, AAU experience, leadership, and goals for his final high school season.
Read More →August 3, 2026
The GHSA basketball state championships are expected to move from the Macon Centreplex to Georgia State University's Convocation Center beginning with the 2026-27 season, marking a new era for Georgia high school basketball.
Read More →July 30, 2026
Tre Keith scored 25 points to lead Anthony Edwards Elite (AE5) 17U to a 94-91 victory over the French National Select Team in Paris. Bradyn Langston, Preston Echols, Tiago Lee, Isiah Chandler, Christian Gatewood, Jeremiah Evans and Cruz Jackson all contributed in the international win.
Read More →July 29, 2026
Georgia’s Class of 2027 represents the depth, competitiveness and growing national influence of high school basketball across the state. VD Athlete highlights 19 seniors who are helping shape Georgia’s basketball story.
Read More →July 28, 2026
Pace Academy rising sophomore Jace Dunn is adding football while continuing his rapid rise on the basketball court. The Class of 2029 prospect discusses playing multiple positions, competing for a state championship, and how football fits into his long-term athletic development. Story by VD Athlete.
Read More →July 25, 2026
Riverwood High School forward Dariel Gomez is building momentum entering his senior season. The 6-foot-6 Swain AAU 17U standout is turning heads with his basketball IQ, resilience after injury, and continued physical development.
Read More →July 24, 2026
Metro Atlanta guard David Whitaker has transferred to Iowa United Prep, officially reclassified to the Class of 2030, and is currently participating in the Overtime Elite (OTE) tryout process as he continues his basketball development.
Read More →July 23, 2026
Marietta High School and AEBL Girlz 17U star Leah DeWitt has reached 44 Division I scholarship offers. The ESPN No. 36 ranked prospect and Georgia's No. 2 player continues her rise as one of the nation's top girls basketball recruits.
Read More →July 22, 2026
Class of 2031 guard Shane Gordon Jr. turned heads while playing up against 15U competition at the On the Radar Power 24 Live period. The AE5 standout showcased his shooting, defensive intensity, and all-around game as one of the rising young prospects to watch.
Read More →July 22, 2026
Ethan Allen is set to begin his senior season at Mount de Sales Academy after transferring from Eagle's Landing Christian Academy. The talented guard believes this opportunity is the right fit as he continues preparing for the next level.
Read More →July 21, 2026
Atlanta basketball prospect Johnquell Garner has chosen to continue his development at Oak Hill Academy, leaving Westlake High School behind as he prepares for his junior season with a bigger frame and a more polished skill set.
Read More →July 20, 2026
Class of 2028 point guard Chloe Johnson of Marshall High School and All Iowa Attack has been invited to both the Nike Academy and Mamba League Invitational, adding two prestigious honors to her rise as one of the nation's top girls basketball prospects.
Read More →July 20, 2026
After covering the GHSA season, Peach Jam, On the Radar Hoops, and more, Marc Millions reflects on VD Athlete's first complete basketball season, the relationships built, and what's next for the platform.
Read More →July 18, 2026
After a dominant Peach Jam performance with Chris Paul's Team CP3, No. 1 Class of 2028 prospect AJ Williams has become one of the most talked-about young players in the country. With offers from Kansas, North Carolina, and Duke, plus a strong summer playing up against older competition, what's next for AJ Williams?
Read More →July 17, 2026
Purdue commit Kevin Savage poured in 32 points on 8-of-10 shooting from three as Game Elite faced Team Loaded (Virginia) on the adidas 3SSB circuit in Rock Hill.
Read More →July 17, 2026
Hillgrove five-star forward Asa Montgomery adds a North Carolina offer after capturing USA Basketball U17 World Cup gold and leading the Nike EYBL 17U circuit in scoring at 27.9 points per game.
Read More →July 17, 2026
Dynamic Prep and Atlanta Celtics guard Blaze Johnson has emerged as one of the nation's top Class of 2028 basketball prospects, earning 18 Division I scholarship offers while continuing to build national recruiting momentum.
Read More →July 16, 2026
Four-star McEachern High School and Jet Academy guard Chase Lumpkin received his 30th Division I offer from UConn. Recruiting coverage from Metro Atlanta by VD Athlete.
Read More →July 16, 2026
Troy Fason scored 41 points, including the game-winning basket, as the New York Rens defeated the Florida Rebels 84-83 in a thrilling triple-overtime Peach Jam battle. Cayden Daughtry finished with a game-high 43 points in one of the event’s most memorable matchups.
Read More →July 16, 2026
Houston High School standout Jordan Myles averaged 21 points and 7 rebounds while finishing among the Top 5 most efficient scorers on the UAA. The 6-foot-8 Class of 2027 prospect enters his senior season with six Division I offers.
Read More →July 15, 2026
The Beast Factory has helped athletes earn more than 300 collegiate scholarship offers, establishing itself as one of Georgia's premier sports performance and fitness training centers.
Read More →July 14, 2026
Sandy Creek High School and AEBL women's team standout Morghan Reckley has amassed 50 Division I offers, including South Carolina, LSU, and UCLA, placing her among the most sought-after guards in the Class of 2028.
Read More →July 14, 2026
Class of 2027 point guard Nate Winters has transferred from Osborne High School in Metro Atlanta to Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, as he prepares for his senior season and the next level.
Read More →July 14, 2026
Kingsley Anderson dropped 41 points, 10 three-pointers, and 4 assists while competing up against Class of 2028 talent for 444 Athletics on the On The Radar circuit.
Read More →July 13, 2026
Incoming Holy Innocents freshman Deuce Grayson showcased his downhill ability, athleticism, and leadership at Nike Jr. EYBL Peach Jam, averaging 17.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game while helping Jet Academy finish first in its pool despite a short-handed roster.
Read More →July 13, 2026
Class of 2028 forward Jeremiah Evans exploded for 30 points and 20 rebounds while competing for Anthony Edwards' AE5 on the adidas 3SSB circuit. The 6-foot-10 prospect recently transferred from ELCA to Iowa United Prep.
Read More →July 12, 2026
Class of 2028 guard Tai Bell delivered a complete weekend for Jet Academy during Nike EYBL Session IV, averaging 18.5 points while showcasing two-way efficiency and playmaking against elite national competition.
Read More →July 10, 2026
Metro Atlanta standouts Chase Lumpkin of McEachern High School, Asa Montgomery of Hillgrove High School, and AJ Williams of Eagle's Landing Christian Academy have been selected to compete in the prestigious 2026 Mamba League Invitational.
Read More →July 9, 2026
Consensus No. 1 overall prospect Marcus Spears Jr. has officially reclassified to the Class of 2026 and committed to the University of Texas, reshaping the national rankings and moving every 2027 prospect up one spot.
Read More →July 8, 2026
Nick Anderson Jr. erupted for 39 points and 9 rebounds for Team Thad Nation in a 66-65 loss to UNRNKD Hoops during Nike EYCL Session IV in Las Vegas.
Read More →July 8, 2026
Stephenson High School running back Jayden Johnson has committed to Middle Tennessee State University. Read about the Class of 2027 standout from Stone Mountain, Georgia.
Read More →July 6, 2026
ESPN Class of 2028 Top 60 rankings are here. Georgia lands five rising juniors led by No. 1 A.J. Williams, Myles Hayes, Bentley Lusakueno, Jaden McCullough & Peter Julius.
Read More →July 6, 2026
ESPN has released its Class of 2027 Top 100 basketball rankings. Georgia is represented by Jarvis Hayes Jr., Kevin Savage III, Chase Lumpkin, Asa Montgomery, Marcus Curry Jr., and Justin Wise. See the full breakdown on VD Athlete.
Read More →July 5, 2026
Metro Atlanta standouts Asa Montgomery and AJ Williams helped Team USA capture the 2026 FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup gold medal, showcasing Georgia basketball on the international stage.
Read More →July 5, 2026
Four-star Class of 2027 point guard Kevin Savage III has committed to Purdue University. The Wheeler High School and Game Elite standout is headed to the Big Ten after his senior season.
Read More →July 5, 2026
Social media isn't killing live sports — it's growing fandom. See what the data shows and why content strategy is now essential for Georgia high school basketball programs and athlete visibility.
Read More →July 2, 2026
Some players impact the game with scoring. Others change the game through their presence. Kamari Grier is quickly becoming the latter.
Read More →July 1, 2026
In today's game, finding a point guard who can consistently make the right read is just as valuable as finding one who can fill up the scoring column. Riverwood High School's Tyson Sharper continues to prove he can do both.
Read More →June 28, 2026
Woodstock point guard Jahmar Maurice put together one of the most productive performances of the GBCA Live Session 2 event, proving why he's regarded as one of Georgia's premier guards in the Class of 2028.
Read More →June 27, 2026
The recruitment of Holy Innocents' incoming freshman Deuce Grayson continues to gain momentum before his high school career has officially begun.
Read More →June 26, 2026
Despite a sensational performance from Tre Keith, Tri-Cities came up just short against South Carolina powerhouse Dorman High School during the GBCA Live Session 2 at LakePoint.
Read More →June 11, 2026
Class of 2027 point guard BJ Love has transferred from Kell High School to Pebblebrook, bringing elite leadership, playmaking, and championship aspirations to one of Georgia's premier basketball programs.
Read More →June 2026
Congratulations to AJ Williams (Class of 2028, ELCA) and Asa Montgomery (Class of 2027, Hillgrove High School) on being selected to the 17U Men's Team USA roster.
Read More →May 22, 2026
Class of 2029 standout Cadien Hudson has transferred from Mount Bethel Christian Academy to Wheeler High School, joining the Wildcats as they pursue a third consecutive GHSA state championship.
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