Weekend Recap

With multiple events scheduled across the state, it made for a busy weekend for youth basketball teams in Michigan.   There was no lack of talent in action, no matter which side of the state you were on.  Below is a recap and results from a few of those events.


AAU States - Detroit, MI
Due to lack of teams, the 9U division qualifier was cancelled.  All teams that entered automatically qualified for nationals.


In the 10U division, the two favorites made it to the championship game.  ASAP Blazers faced off against FA Heat.  Blazers took the crown in this highly competitive matchup.  Blazers wore down FA Heat with its deep bench and guard play.


Wes Leonard Strength and Honor Tulip Tip Off - Holland, MI
This event is very special to those from West Michigan.  It is held in the name sake of Wes Leonard, who tragically died on the court during his high school game five years ago.  West Michigan Lakers host this event which is well organized and ran very well. 


MoneyBall Shootout - Lansing, MI
This event is organized by sport uniform apparel company "MoneyBall."  All of the top Lansing teams were in attendance.  Prospectors won the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade divisions.  Lansing United continues to show they belong as they took the 4th grade title.  MI Heat captured the 5th grade crown.


The Family Invitational - Detroit, MI
The Family took home the gold in the 6th grade division.  MI Natives were defeated in the championship of the 8th grade division by the Ohio Bulldogs.  According to Buckeye Prep, the Bulldogs are one of the top 2020 teams in Ohio.


A few Michigan teams traveled out of state to compete in high level events also.  MBA 6th grade went to the Adidas May Classic in Indianapolis were they went 5-2.  They lost to All-Ohio Blue in the championship game.


The most impressive team of the weekend was Oakland Elite 7th grade.  They participated in the NYBL Session III, which was held in Washington D.C.  They went 3-2 with their three wins coming against some of the top teams in the country:  New York Rens, Team Wall (John Wall), and New World.  Very solid showing by this team. 


Congrats to teams that won championships and keep working for teams showing improvement.