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Bidding for Clarkson's services heats up in summer session

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

Wagner's (San Antonio) Jordan Clarkson was named after Michael Jordan. As Clarkson focuses on modeling his game after No. 23, college coaches are beginning to take notice, writes Jeff Miller.

Story | Conversation | July 15, 2009

Overall excellence earns The Woodlands FAB 50 all-sports crown

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

To take home ESPN RISE's overall FAB 50 title, The Woodlands (Texas) had to excel across the board. Passion, a drive to succeed and great coaching made the difference, writes Jeff Miller.

Story | Conversation | July 01, 2009

Lucas' combine evaluates eighth-graders

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

John Lucas' International Middle School Basketball Combine attracts some of the best young players -- specifically, eighth-graders -- in the country, writes Jeff Miller.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2009

Coach remembered on anniversary of Columbine tragedy

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

William "Dave" Sanders died saving his students 10 years ago during the Columbine High School tragedy. On the 10-year anniversary, the coach and teacher is remembered.

Story | Conversation | April 18, 2009

National tournament gives home school players exposure

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

The 18th annual national homeschool basketball tournament takes place next week in Springfield, Mo. What was once a vacation for homeschool families has become a stop on the players' way to Division I college glory.

Story | Conversation | March 11, 2009

South Oak Cliff experiences off-year on, off court

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

Perennial prep power South Oak Cliff (Dallas) fielded a young team on the court and dealt with scandal off it. It's no wonder that 2008-09 wasn't a banner year for the Golden Bears.

Story | Conversation | March 03, 2009

Young Dallas Lincoln the team to beat

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

What do you get when you start two sophomores, a junior point guard up from JV and only one senior -- a transfer who had never before played for the team? Meet Dallas' Lincoln, Texas' team to beat.

Story | Conversation | March 02, 2009

Hobbs High takes aim at 17th state title

Jeff Miller, Special To ESPNRISE.com

Russ Gilmore led Hobbs High (N.M.) to five titles in 10 seasons in dramatic fashion. The Eagles already hold the state record of 16 championships and at 20-4 thus far this season, are hoping to make it 17.

Story | Conversation | February 12, 2009

Pressey adjusting to new basketball life in Dallas

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

When Phil Pressey moved to the Episcopal School of Dallas, he faced many adjustments, including a new style of basketball and a different level of competition.

Story | Conversation | January 22, 2009

Texas basketball teams, players find success on national level

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

Basketball in Texas used to be a way to kill time between football season and spring football. Thanks to pioneers like former Dunbar coach Robert Hughes Sr., the Lone Star State can claim a place in our country's hoops history.

Story | Conversation | January 21, 2009

Death of ref stuns Texas community

Jeff Miller, Special to ESPNRISE.com

"Big Jake" Bethany was an imposing presence on the court -- as a player, coach and, later, referee. His collapse during halftime of a game he was working stunned his Texas community.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2009

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