USA Select player, Jay Mc Millan scoring in “buckets”!

Sean Kilmartin, USA Select GM is pleased to see former Appalachian State University and USA Select 2008 Exposure Tour player Jay “Buckets” Mc Millan scoring in huge amounts for the Glamorgan Gladiators (EBL 3) in Wales. Jay is playing for Steve Williams, who has a long history with USA Select Basketball and top level international competition as he has coached several Wales Basketball Nation teams in FIBA competition. Including Mr. Kilmartin’s oldest son, Ryan Kilmartin, an Appalachian State University commitment.
The 6’7’ forward is the second USA Select player to play for Gladiators. Jay is dropping incredible numbers, to date, he is averaging 40.07 points per game and 21.8 rebounds and 3 blocks per game!

USA Select players in Sweden

Former USA Select Exposure Tour players are extending their careers in Sweden. Adam Simons, a 7’0” center who played is collegiate ball at NC State and then Xavier is now in Sweden after a successful first pro season in the UK. Adam joined the 2007 Tour and played in the EBL division 1 before moving on to Sweden. His father, Mark Simons is currently coaching 17-0 (as of this writing) Auburn University Women’s team.

Alex Wesby, (pictured above)he former Temple star and member of the 2004 European Tour while in the UK is currently playing for Sundsvall Dragons in Sweden and is represented by top international agency R.H. Consultancy.

Former USA Select player Atiba Lyons is now the Coach!

Former USA Select Player, Atiba Lyons is now player coach for the top level Sheffield Sharks. Atiba, a close friend of USA Select GM, Sean Kilmartin , was named the Player- Coach for the British Basketball League (BBL) Sheffield Sharks. The Sharks have a long history with USA Select Basketball play in the beautiful English Institute of Sport, home to many of the UK’s Olympic teams and training facility. The former Pace University star has a British passport and has been a big contributor for the Sharks organization.

Josh Gross is leading top team, Everton Tigers

Josh Gross, a former UNC-G standout and long time professional signed with and is leading division frontrunners Everton Tigers in the BBL (British Basketball League). Josh is a very athletic 6’6” guard /Forward with several seasons of NBA D-league experience. Showing his experience, Josh recently hit the game winning shot against the Jets to seal a 91-0 win to keep the Tigers on top of the table!

Shawan Robinson is playing in the Czech Republic!

Sean Kilmartin is pleased to announce that former Clemson University star Shawan Robinson is currently playing in the top division of the Czech Republic for BK Nova Hut Ostrava. This is a team that USA Select European Tour 2006 played on tour. Shawan, a former USA Select player and long time friend of General Manager Sean Kilmartin began his professional career in the UK, then played Germany for two top teams prior to moving to the Czech Republic.

Former Appalachian State University Standout DJ Thompson is leading AEK

Former Appalachian State University Mountaineer, DJ Thompson is in the leader boards of both Steals and Assists for top level AEK in Athens (Greece). The 5’8” point guard has been a crowd favorite every where he has played. After making his professional debut in Poland last season (where he was named an all star), he is now among the league leaders in both steals (1.5 per game, 5th) and assists ( 3.1 per game, 7th). He is also averaging 11 points per game in 29 minutes.

Ije Nwankwo is now in Argentina

Former USA Select player, 6’8” Ije Nwankwo (Purdue /Cleveland State) is now in Argentina after playing in Portugal last year. A member of the 2006 USA Select Tour, is now averaging 18 points and 6 rebounds for an San Martin Marcos Juarez.

Clint Deas, rebounding champion is in Ireland

6’8” Clint Deas signed to play for the Shamrock Hoops Rovers in the Irish Super league. The former USA Select and Appalachian State standout is known for his rebounding focus. In previous seasons, he has averaged as many as 20+ rebounds per game. He has season highs of 26 points and 17 rebounds thus far.

USA Select player, Terrell Smith named MVP!

USA Select General Manager, Sean Kilmartin was recently informed that 2008 European Tour member Terrell Smith (Limestone College) was named the England Basketball’s Division 1 National Cup finals MVP! Terrell, who has lead the Reading Rockets to a 21-0 start, recorded 26 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals and a block in the championship game!

According to legendary Rockets Coach, Dave Titmus; “I was thrilled for him when he sparked our fourth quarter comeback. We were trailing by 6 going into the final period but won it 29 – 17 (74 – 68 final score) thanks to Terrell’s inspirational leadership, he would just not let the guys accept defeat. Last week he knocked down a 3 pointer with 0.6 seconds left on the clock to defeat London leopards in a national trophy game that guarantees us a home draw in the semi-finals.

Men’s National Cup – Worthing Guard Scott a Question Mark

Wednesday, 09-Jan-2008 By Dave Ryan

Worthing Thunder are sweating on the fitness of USA Select Basketball’s shooting guard Demetrius Scott (pictured) as the build-up for Sunday’s National Cup final against Manchester Magic continues. The former Appalachian State University standout was a 3 year starter for Houston Fancher at the NCAA Division 1 school.

The American is seriously doubtful for the game having suffered a sprained ankle in training last week. He missed both games last weekend and will be sitting out training this week whilst undergoing intense physiotherapy in an attempt to get him fit to play.

Without Scott, and the suspended Ryan Marrast, Thunder went down to a shock two-point loss at Sheffield Arrows in EBL Division One last Saturday, and were hammered 118-69 at Guildford Heat in the BBL Trophy the following day.

Thunder coach Rob Newson is understandably concerned about the absence of the team’s leading scorer:

“Demetrius is the focal point for the team, both from ours and an opponent’s perspective, he is the glue that holds the team together and makes things happen, either for himself or his team mates.

“We will be spending a lot of time this week on defense and getting our conditioning back, which was a factor in our defeats last weekend. Manchester have a lot of players that can score heavily and a number of capable outside shooters, so we will be working on getting out to them without giving up easy baskets inside.

“They have good players all the way down their bench, so we will be having an intense week concentrating on getting our offences back in sync and playing hard nosed defense to give us the best chance of bringing the cup home.”

Sunday’s final at Moorways tips off at 3.30pm. Tickets are available on the day priced £8.00 for adults, £4.00 for juniors and £20 for a family of four.

Photo – Andre Nichols