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  • 2018 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Review

    2018 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Review

    Featured November 4, 2018 at 7:41 pm 0 comments

        Now 6 years in the works, it can be safely said that the Upstate Throwdown saw its 2nd best campaign to date this past Sunday.  As always, some of the premier high school basketball players New York state has to offer gathered at Rensselaer High in Albany, NY […]

     
  • **2018 Upstate Throwdown College Exposure Shoot-out**

    **2018 Upstate Throwdown College Exposure Shoot-out**

    Featured September 13, 2018 at 9:02 pm 0 comments

              This October Upstate Scouting Service will again be hosting its College Exposure Shootout at Rensselaer High School.  The event will be held on October 28th. This is not a traditional “exposure” event because it is not designed for simply charging admission, selling concessions, or marketing our […]

     
  • 2017 NYS Top 24 Recap

    2017 NYS Top 24 Recap

    Featured October 22, 2017 at 9:02 pm 0 comments

      Standouts:   Andre Jackson (2020): Albany Academy, NY One of the most athletic players in the gym. Possesses some serious jumping ability and had many highlight-reel dunks to show for it. Showed his ability to contribute in several other ways, too, most notably a refined outside shot. Look for […]

     
  • 2017 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    2017 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    Featured October 22, 2017 at 8:59 pm 0 comments

        Top 20:   Michael Ortale, Jr. (2019): Bethlehem Central HS, NY Ortale is a lethal shooter with sneaky athleticism. He is an exceptional passer/playmaker and constantly makes those around him better. He took home this year’s MVP honors. Look for him to be a standout in Section II […]

     
  • Declan Porter, A Name to Look Out For

    Declan Porter, A Name to Look Out For

    Featured April 29, 2017 at 9:53 pm 0 comments

                        Declan Porter, a rising junior at Canton Central School (Section X), is on the verge of breaking out. Porter, a 16-year-old, 6’6, 195 lb. forward who will run with the Albany City Rocks this summer, has impressed many thus far. […]

     
  • Andre Smith Taking Section II by Storm

    Andre Smith Taking Section II by Storm

    Featured February 8, 2017 at 10:54 pm 0 comments

          Andre Smith, a senior at Bishop Maginn High School, is breaking out and establishing himself as a premier scorer in Section II. The 6’1, 163 lb. guard, who ran with the Albany City Rocks this summer, is doing it all for the Griffins in his first year […]

     
  • 2016 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    2016 Upstate Scouting Service Throwdown Recap

    Featured November 8, 2016 at 7:42 pm 0 comments

      Top 20: Mike Wynn (2018): Liberty Heights Athletic Institute, Charlotte, NC The highly touted 6’6 wing proved his worth. Wynn demonstrated his ability to score in a variety of ways, and was the best player on the court at all times. He is an exceptional passer/playmaker and constantly makes those around him […]

     
  • Will Bennett Poised For Superb Senior Season

    Will Bennett Poised For Superb Senior Season

    Featured September 20, 2016 at 4:23 pm 0 comments

                      Will Bennett, a rising senior at The Albany Academy, is set to break out this upcoming season. The 5’11, 177 lb. guard, who ran with the Albany City Rocks 17U EYBL squad this summer, was a standout this past year. This […]

     
  • Juston Johnson Bound To Turn Heads

    Juston Johnson Bound To Turn Heads

    Featured August 31, 2016 at 5:33 pm 0 comments

      Juston Johnson, a rising sophomore at Buffalo’s Bishop Timon – St. Jude High School, is on the verge of breaking out. The 5’11, 150 lb. guard, who is running with the Albany City Rocks (15U EYBL) and Upstate Basketball Club this summer, was a standout in his second season […]

     
  • Isaiah Stewart Poised For Stardom

    Isaiah Stewart Poised For Stardom

    Featured August 14, 2016 at 7:15 pm 0 comments

                    Isaiah Stewart, a rising sophomore at Rochester’s McQuaid Jesuit High School, is set to break out this upcoming season. The 6’ 8, 230 lb. power forward, who is running with the Albany City Rocks 16U EYBL squad this summer, was a standout […]