270 Hoops is your home for around-the-belt coverage of Central Ohio HS basketball. Pioneered by @ZachFleer270 and @JasonMorrow270
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Tamal Watkins went from playing in our events a decade ago to leading them π«‘π @trainertamal
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This is how the Shekinah Christian-Tree Of Life girls game ended tonight:
(Credit: Thelma Hicks/Facebook)
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Taevion Kinsey brought his game back to Columbus, and he is still the show-stopper. πΏπ° @taevion_
(π₯: @NathanPerkey270)
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Jay Joseph wins the 270 Hoops Player of the Week (Nov. 30-Dec. 5) - 270hoops.com/jay-joseph-winsβ¦
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ARE YOU KIDDING ME
Tasos Cook hits a swoosh from half court at the buzzerβΌοΈβΌοΈβΌοΈ
Westerville Central wins 45-44
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FINAL
Pickerington Central 55
Centerville 48
The Tigers end the Elks 44-game win streak and for the first time since 2012 are THE DIVISION I STATE CHAMPIONS!
TIGER NATION! STAND-UPβΌοΈ
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Cade Norris just had the greatest district final performance in the 270 era, dropping 36 points and leading Hilliard Bradley back from a 13-point fourth quarter deficit to power the Jags to a district championship π³π₯ @CadeNorris8 @jagsbballnation
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Nobody outworks Aaron Craft and Carmenβs Crew. π€π₯΅ @CarmensCrew @thetournament
π₯: @ZachFleer270
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This entire gym is STUNNED
LEGENDARY SHOT AND PERFORMANCE FROM THE DISTRICT PLAYER OF THE YEAR TASOS COOK
Westerville Central reaches their first ever appearance in the state tournament
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FINAL
Pickerington Central 74
St. Ed's 42
Perhaps no team in the state is playing better basketball than the Tigers
They're back in the state championship for the first time in 10 years. They'll play the winner of Centerville and St. Ignatius
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Columbus has three regional champions this season who are representing the 614 in the state final four this weekend π₯
D1 - @Warhawk_Hoops
D2 - @SFDBball
D3 - @WCSballers
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On behalf of 270 Hoops, thank you to the players, coaches, admins and fans for your support.
That'll do it for us on the live game recaps for this year, but best believe we'll have so much content for you to follow all off-season.
We already can't wait for November!
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Luke Lachey SLAMS the door shut on Fisher CatholicβοΈ @lukelachey
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RIP to Kobe Bryant
Our co-owners and co-founders grew up in the era that he dominated and Kobe is one of the reasons why we love basketball so much
270 Hoops wouldn't be what it is without the impact that Kobe had on the game of basketball
Thank you, Kobe. #LL24
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All the way to @SportsCenterβs Top 10! Even if they did say its 27 Hoops, not 270 Hoops. π¬
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256 belongs to Devin Royal and Pickerington Central π£ The Ohio State commit DROPPED 4οΈβ£0οΈβ£ in a win over Reynoldsburg @DevinRoyal7 @PotatosClips @pctigershoops
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We are saddened to hear of the passing of 2016 Centennial grad Shaun Fullen Jr. Shaun was a great young man who believed in the mission of Zach and 270 Hoops long before most. We appreciated his long time support and pray for his family and friends in this tough time.
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Central District boys Players of the Year:
Division I: Tasos Cook (@YsnCook3)
Division II: Des Watson (@deswat4)
Division III: DJ Moore (@dmo13_)
Division IV: Brock Unger (@brockunger24)
Follow @Wp_Graphics π₯π
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Luke Lachey WENT CRAZY in the district finals π³
The @HawkeyeFootball signee put his freakish athleticism on display to lead Grandview Heights to back to back district titles πͺ
@lukelachey
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Dibaji Walker was trying to rip the rim down at @kingdomsleague! @dibajiW @nakiaj_hooplifeβ
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Devin Royal commits to Ohio State
The Pickerington Central state champion becomes the first Columbus high school prospect to commit to the Buckeyes since Kaleb Wesson in 2017
270h.io/3zSEy8e
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OCC Coaches of the Year π₯‡οΈ
Buckeye: Jeff Quackenbush (Newark) and Andy Moore (Reynoldsburg)
Capital: Adam Vincenzo (Delaware Hayes)
Cardinal: Mark Tinklenberg (Marysville) and John Feasel (Olentangy)
Central: Anthony Calo (Olentangy Orange)
Ohio: Tim Casey (New Albany)
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Homecoming: Seth Towns chooses Ohio State over Duke
Northland legend Seth Towns is coming home as the nation's No. 1 graduate transfer, committing to Ohio State over Duke, Kansas, Virginia, Michigan and Maryland
@seth_towns17
@OhioStateHoops
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Raymond Robertson hit two of the biggest shots of the day, helping Harvest Prep advance to the title game on Saturday!
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St. Charles' big Chase Walker made a big commitment to Illinois State earlier this month
@gglasser23 chatted with Chase about his commitment, comparisons to Kaleb Wesson and how he wants to end his career at St. Charles on a high note
270h.io/3APwSEO
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If you missed @ZachFleer270βs periscope, hereβs the video of Dane Goodwin with the dagger three, giving UA sole control of first place in the OCC-Central:
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Seth Towns moments away from becoming first Columbus City League basketball player to sign w/ an Ivy League school
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OCC Players of the Year π₯‡οΈ
Buckeye: Steele Meister (Newark)
Capital: Kruz McClure (Westerville South)
Cardinal: Jason Moore (Marysville)
Central: Devin Brown (Olentangy Orange)
Ohio: Braylen Nash (New Albany)
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MaxPreps D1 seeds as of this morning ‡οΈ
1. Olentangy Orange
2. Delaware Hayes
3. New Albany
4. Newark
5. Hilliard Bradley
6. Westerville North
7. Licking Heights
8. Reynoldsburg
9. South
10. Gahanna Lincoln
11. Big Walnut
12. Marion Harding
13. Westerville Central
14. Pickerington North
15. Pickerington Central
16. Westerville South
17. Olentangy Liberty
18. Northland
19. Teays Valley
20. Grove City
21. Olentangy
22. Walnut Ridge
23. Watkins Memorial
24. DeSales
25. Dublin Coffman
26. Marysville
27. Olentangy Berlin
28. Upper Arlington
29. Hilliard Davidson
30. Lancaster
31. Mount Vernon
32. Dublin Scioto
33. Dublin Jerome
34. Groveport Madison
35. Worthington Kilbourne
36. St. Charles
37. Thomas Worthington
38. West
39. Chillicothe
40. Westland
41. Central Crossing
42. Mifflin
43. Briggs
44. Hilliard Darby
45. Canal Winchester
46. Whetstone
47. Franklin Heights
48. Logan
49. Independence
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The 270 Hoops Fall League will be played in the brand new, state of the art basketball facility at Groveport Madison High School
We can't wait to get started on September 8th!
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A tough day for our teams, but we're so incredibly proud of Worthington Christian, DeSales and Westerville Central and all they accomplished this season.
Central Ohio was represented with talent and class.
We'll miss the handful of seniors who gave us unforgettable moments
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STATE CHAMPIONS:
Pickerington Central Takes Down Centerville
Tigers end Elks 45-game win streak, bring home first title since 2012
βοΈ-->@gglasser23
270h.io/36xBCSi
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270 Exclusive: Sean Jones commits to Marquette π¦
Ohio's top point guard is off the board and heading to the Big East π
@JakeSpegal270 got the exclusive scoop with Jones earlier this week π₯
Congrats @Sean_jones5
Check out why he chose Marquette here
270h.io/SeanJonesMarquette
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FINAL
Gahanna 64
Westerville South 48
The Lions end the 'Cats undefeated season and have a chance at redemption against Pickerington Central for the regional championship
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Division I District Final π£β€΅οΈ
#1 Gahanna Lincoln vs. #10 Reynoldsburg
#2 Westerville Central vs. #7 Pickerington North
#3 Hilliard Bradley vs. #6 Pickerington Central
#5 Olentangy Liberty vs. #13 Newark
Who moves on to regionals? π
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We are THRILLED to announce that we have earned a sponsorship deal with @raisingcanes for the 2023-24 high school basketball season
Support your local Raising Cane's in Central Ohio π We are thankful for their support of 270 Hoops!
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Maysville WINS IT AT THE BUZZER over Wyoming! What a shot by Gator Nichols, and they will advance to the Division IV title game next Friday @ 4:15 PM!
Alec Ostapuck
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History Made: Delaware Hayes heads to their first state tournament
The Pacers take over in the second half and defeat Olentangy Orange 74-56 in the regional finals
@gglasser23 has the recap on an already historic team that's eager for the ultimate goalβ€΅οΈ bit.ly/4advjim
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All-Central District: Teams and Awards βΌοΈ
Check out the players and coaches of the year, first, second, third and honorable mention teams for both boys and girls basketball in the area this season π₯‡οΈ
270h.io/3M6QSWH
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At 270 Hoops, our primary goal is assisting young men from Central Ohio to receive the exposure necessary to play in college. Here is a guide on how to do just that.
RT to spread awareness
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That now completes the Central Ohio semifinal 3-game sweep.
Here's your Sunday state championship schedule:
Division III - Worthington Christian vs Lutheran East 2pm
Division II - DeSales vs St. Vincent-St. Mary 5:15pm
Division I - Westerville Central vs Centerville 8:30pm
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3OT Thriller: Jerome Hunter (@j_hunter35) goes for 48 points as Pickerington North outlasts Dublin Coffman - 270h.io/2CY92ZK
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Houston Rockets
Regional Champs: South advances to first state tournament since 1986
Bulldogs complete regional title with convincing win over Lima Shawnee
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Olentangy Liberty senior guard Henry Hinkle was one of the standout performers at Sundayβs 270 Hoops Proving Grounds πͺπ₯
@henryhinkle_
Jason Morrow
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District Champs: South holds off Zach Sawyer and a hungry Bishop Watterson squad to win their second straight district title
Bulldogs backcourt combines for 43 of their 50 points in the win
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Committed: Dailyn Swain is headed to Xavier
@gglasser23 has the scoop as the Africentric star picks the Musketeers
270h.io/3wUPZdU
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FINAL
Hilliard Bradley 46
Pickerington Central 37
The Jaguars are district champions once again βΌοΈ
A total TEAM effort tonight. Every player that stepped on the floor played an excellent, mistake-free game.
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The 2022 OCC takes down the Central All-Stars, winning 143-136
Javan Simmons was your OCC MVP with a Battle For the City record 34 points
Javan also took home the Slam Dunk champion while his teammate Sean Jones wins Senior of the Year
Another great night!
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The Dream Stays Alive: Tasos Cook's half court buzzer beater stuns Gahanna in regional final
Westerville Central advances to first ever state tournament appearance after unforgettable ending
βοΈ: @gglasser23
π»: 270h.io/3leq3CJ
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FINAL
Pickerington Central 58
Gahanna 53
The Lions couldnβt get a foul in time and Royal caps it with a slamβΌοΈ
What. A. Game. This felt like a preview of the regional finals π
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District Champs: Undersized Hilliard Bradley shows big heart in strong win over Pickerington Central
Norris brothers combine for 26 points as the Jaguars repeat as district champions
βοΈ: @gglasser23
β‘οΈ: 270h.io/3uVIErT
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Unbeaten teams remaining in Division I
Reynoldsburg 4-0
Delaware Hayes 4-0
Westerville North 4-0
Olentangy Orange 3-0
Worthington Kilbourne 3-0
Dublin Jerome 3-0
Licking Heights 3-0
Newark 2-0
That's it. How many of these teams do you think will remain unbeaten a week from now?
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π New Power Rankings
D1 β> 270h.io/NewD1
D2 β> 270h.io/NewD2
D3 β> 270h.io/NewD3
D4 β> 270h.io/NewD4
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All-OCC: All-League Teams and Awards
A look at the OCC players of the year, coaches of the year and first and second all-league teams
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Sean Jones is handing out buckets all over the place! @Sean_jones5
π₯: @nathanperkey270
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Itβs only fitting that for the third time this season, this game was decided by one point.
A heart-breaking loss for the Lions, who gave every ounce of effort.
The Warhawks take a veteran, mature and determined team into the final four.
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New No. 1 in town? Pickerington Central knocks off Gahanna Lincoln on the road π―
@PCTigersHoops did what many didn't think could be done, using its cast of juniors to knock off senior-laden Gahanna π₯‡οΈ
270h.io/31DxOwI
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Monumental fourth quarter comeback propels Worthington Christian over Toledo Woodward - 270hoops.com/monumental-fourβ¦
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Beechcroft is the 2020-21 Columbus City League CHAMPIONS π₯
This is Beechcroft's second City League title in the last four seasons π£
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Top Unsigned Seniors: Point Guards
In the first of a multi-part series, we take a look at the top unsigned senior point guards in Central Ohio. There's plenty of available talent from mid-major Division I to Division III
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Seth Towns makes it official. The Northland senior is the first in City League history to sign in the Ivy League
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Hilliard Bradley Completes Epic Comeback to Win Districts
Cade Norris delivered an unforgettable 36-point performance as Jags overcome late double-digit deficit over Westerville Central
@gglasser23 recaps the incredible first game of District Finals Saturday‡οΈ
bit.ly/3uVs3t9
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FINAL
Hilliard Bradley 50
St Ignatius 37
Jaguars make a statement win led behind Keaton Norris 20 points.
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Central Crossing's Antwon Hampton (@hamptonantwon1) dropped a sick dime tonight at Upper Arlington #270Hoops
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Jay Joseph is your MVP for Worthington Christian. Made key shots, and seemed like he grabbed every defensive rebound. Clutch play from him
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Africentric 65
Beechcroft 58
The Nubians rally in the second half and hold the Cougars to three points in the fourth quarter
Africentric is YOUR 2022 COLUMBUS CITY LEAGUE CHAMPION βΌοΈ
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8th grader Jorden Bowens is DIFFERENT π³
@BowensJorden @NovaVillage1
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Westerville Central 51
St. Ignatius 42
Tough. Gritty. Inspired.
That sums up your Warhawks TEAM performance as they advance to their first ever state championship and play Centerville tomorrow night.
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As of tonight, we will have covered 62 games in a span of three weeks
From as far north as Mansfield to as far south as Mason
And the crazy thing is, we are just getting started
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We take a look at some of the top stock risers among the freshman class in Central Ohio here. Through 10 games, nobody has been better than @jacksawyer40
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5 on 5 standouts from Black vs. Red
β’ β24 Hilliard Davidson G Connor Bidlack
β’ β24 Sheridan G Raine Rodich
β’ β24 Newark G Kollin Watson
β’ β25 DeSales G Elazar Hood
β’ β24 Pickerington Central G Atou Thiam
β’ β24 Marion Harding G Marquis Long
β’ β24 DeSales G Aaron Firmalan
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Sectional Semifinal Results
Hilliard Bradley 53, Marion Harding 28
Canal Winchester 60, Dublin Jerome 59 (OT)
Pick. North 56, Watkins Memorial 36
Pick. Central 85, Westland 33
Reynoldsburg 85, Mifflin 43
Delaware 56, Westerville Central 55
Olen. Liberty 74, Hill. Darby 41
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VOTE: 270 Hoops Player of the Week π₯
Vote now for the @270Hoops Player of the Week βΌοΈβ€΅οΈ
270h.io/3smKIdC
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With 50% of the votes...your winner is...
Peyton Heiss from Jonathan AlderβΌοΈ
Heiss helped the Pioneers to three big wins last week and has them currently in first place of the CBC Kenton Trail division.
Congrats Peyton!
It was another great week of Central Ohio hoops with big time performances.
So who should be nominated for the Player of the Week?
Reply to this tweet with your top boys and girls performers, including stats and any other notes.
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About 30 mins away from tip between the final game of the season:
Pickerington Central vs Centerville
A Division I State Title on the LineβΌοΈ
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@SirWhiteman @JayDrummerBoy Jay has now been added. Time to get the 21 Pilots faithful to vote for him
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Chasing Destiny: Westerville Central drops Cleveland St. Ignatius in dominating 51-42 win
Warhawks step up with total team effort and advance to first ever state title
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β¨οΈ: @gglasser23
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Congratulations to Cade Norris on winning Player of the Week!
Cade earned more than 44% of the votes and has the Jaguars ROLLING!
They'll look to keep momentum going against rival Hilliard Davidson tomorrow night.
Congrats @CadeNorris8
Vote now for the @270Hoops Player of the Week βΌοΈ
You can vote once per day through Thursday π₯‡οΈ
270h.io/3Axz7dJ
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