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Marshall Sports Update

We here at Larry Marshall Sports LLC are so very proud of our former recruits who have worked hard to get where they are so we want to bring you an update on them.  For your reading pleasure please look over our recruits who have gone on to the NBA.

Lance Stephenson
Lance Stephenson

After spending his first four years with the Indiana Pacers, former recruit, Lance Stephenson, 6’5” Guard just signed a three year deal worth $27 million dollars with the Charlotte Hornets (aka Michael Jordan’s team).  Here are Lance’s comment about his new team and kudos to his old team.

Stephenson provided a statement on Twitter: 

“Indy, I had a great 4 years. Thank you Larry Bird, the fans, my coaches and teammates for the incredible experience. I will never forget any of you! I now have to look to the next phase of my career and the wonderful opportunity to continue to grow as a player and as a person in Charlotte! I’m excited to play for this franchise and the fans!!#buzzcity “

Alberto Ebanks, a representative of Stephenson, released a statement to The Indianapolis Star, per Candace Buckner:

“Lance is forever grateful for all the love he’s received from Pacers fans. He is especially grateful to his teammates, Frank Vogel, Herb Simon. the Pacers management and, most of all, Larry Bird. While we tried our best to come to the best possible terms for both sides there was not sufficient flexibility in the terms of the contract, particularly the length of the contract. Reports throughout the negotiation process with Indiana have often strayed from the truth but suffice it to say that it was less about the money. Lance will miss the city, the team and the mentor who helped transform him into the dynamic player he has become. He looks forward to making a strong contribution and beginning a new chapter with the Charlotte Hornets.”

In addition here is a link from a recent article about Stephenson negotiations with Indiana:

Alberto Ebanks, a representative of Stephenson, released a statement to The Indianapolis Star, per Candace Buckner:

“Lance is forever grateful for all the love he’s received from Pacers fans. He is especially grateful to his teammates, Frank Vogel, Herb Simon. the Pacers management and, most of all, Larry Bird. While we tried our best to come to the best possible terms for both sides there was not sufficient flexibility in the terms of the contract, particularly the length of the contract. Reports throughout the negotiation process with Indiana have often strayed from the truth but suffice it to say that it was less about the money. Lance will miss the city, the team and the mentor who helped transform him into the dynamic player he has become. He looks forward to making a strong contribution and beginning a new chapter with the Charlotte Hornets.”

In addition here is a link from a recent article about Stephenson negotiations with Indiana.

Scotty Hopson
Scotty Hopson

Original Story:

Former Tennessee basketball Scotty Hopson is on the move. Hopson played 14 minutes in the first half of Cleveland’s NBA Summer League game on Friday night in Las Vegas and was informed at halftime that he had been traded to the Charlotte Hornets.

Hopson and cash considerations will go to Charlotte in exchange for center Brendan Haywood and the draft rights to forward Dwight Powell, the 45th overall pick in the 2014 NBA Draft.

Hopson signed a two-year deal with Cleveland on March 31, 2014 and made $1.35 million last season while appearing in two games for the Cavs, scoring one point and recording a steal and an assist in seven minutes of action. The Kentucky native is scheduled to make $1.45 million this season but the deal is non-guaranteed.

Before signing with Cleveland, Hopson played internationally in Greece (2011-12), Israel (2012-13) and Turkey (2013-14).

Haywood, who missed the entire 2013-14 season due to a stress fracture in his left foot, was awarded to the team on July 14, 2012, off waivers after the Mavericks designated him as their amnesty player. In 61 games played for Charlotte, he averaged 3.5 points and 4.8 rebounds in 19.0 minutes. [http://www.wbir.com/story/sports/2014/07/13/former-vol-scotty-hopson-traded-to-charlotte/12590291/]

Marshon Brooks
Marshon Brooks

 

Excerpts from Article:

Brooks shot an insane 59 percent overall in the 2014 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas allowing him to put up 11.3 points in only 15.2 minutes per game. He did not force shots or shoot off balance. Brooks just kept his shooting form steady and took what the defense gave him.

It’s as simple as that. After three years and now twice as many teams, Brooks has embraced the cliches of playing within himself and letting the game come to him. Not the most exciting Vegas revelation, but it’s one that Sacramento will find valuable when distributing its shooting guard minutes. [http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2133219-each-nba-summer-league-teams-biggest-standout-performer/page/20]

With more amazing recruits coming down the line we will have many more working towards the NBA.  Make sure you keep watching to see all that the Larry Marshall Sports Recruits do.

 

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College Basketball

The NCAA College Basketball Season has commenced and Marshall LLC would like to take the time to recognize some of the schools that we keep on our watch list. Those schools are Rutgers University, Marshall University, University of Tennessee, Providence College, University of North Carolina – Charlotte, Florida State, and Ohio University.

Marshall LLC stays in touch with our recruits by visiting their school to watch their games. In addition, when the recruits are available, we will train them at their schools and evaluate where they are with their performance and skill sets. Doing this helps us to determine who may be ready to go into the 2013 NBA Draft. Although the NBA Draft is over 200 days away, preparation is the key for a successful recruit to pass the test and crossover to becoming a professional athlete.

Godspeed and good luck to our recruits for a successful season.

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Reflections

With the challenges that have been facing people all over the world, the global and local economy fears, to Hurricane Sandy that slammed the east coast of the United States, everyone has been finding themselves tested as of late. Times like these test the strength of everyone and Larry Marshall shared his thoughts in regards to that.

“In the mist of the storm is always the true test. Can you find light in the midst of complete darkness? Do you panic or give thanks? God doesn’t want or need unbelievers on his team. This will separate the adults from the kids. Such events create leaders not followers and shows even ones self their true character!” – Larry Marshall

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Recruits are Ink’n Deals Overseas…..

 

Former Tennessee Volunteer shooting guard Scotty Hopson is set to play Israeli Basketball for the 2012-13 season.  Scotty is heading there after a year of playing Greece Basketball for Kolossos Rhodes during the 2011-2012 season.

 

Our own Ricardo Ratliffe also was in the news with a deal for South Korea as you can see below:

By Chris Vannini - Newsdesk contributor

Former Mizzou standout Ricardo Ratliffe was drafted by the Korean Basketball League.
Aug 1, 2012 – Former Mizzou basketball star Ricardo Ratliffe will be playing in South Korea this upcoming season. Ratliffe was drafted with the sixth pick by Ulsan Mobis Phoebus last week.

 

Not to forget Jordan Theodore.  He is Turkey bound to play with a team there and was featured recently in this article:

SOUTH ORANGE, N.J. – Former Seton Hall men’s basketball star Jordan Theodore (Englewood, N.J.) signed a contract to play professionally with Antalya BSB of Turkey. The team plays in the Beko Turkish Basketball League, a league that garners some of the top talent in Europe.

Deron Williams of the Brooklyn Nets played in the Beko Turkish League during the NBA lockout, as did former NBA all-star Allen Iverson in 2010-11. Last year, former Villanova standouts Corey Fisher and Scottie Reynolds were teammates for Antalya BSB.

“I’m incredibly proud of Jordan in realizing his dream of becoming a professional basketball player,” said Seton Hall Head Coach Kevin Willard. “Antalya is getting an unquestioned leader and an excellent young point guard with a strong work ethic. We look forward to watching Jordan as his pro career matures.”

An All-BIG EAST Second Team and All-Met First Team selection, Theodore was one of the most improved players in the BIG EAST Conference last season. A starter in all 34 games for the Pirates, he ranked ninth in the conference with 16.1 points per game, second with 6.6 assists per game and fifth with an 82.4% free-throw shooting percentage. An All-BIG EAST Second Team selection, Theodore was named to the BIG EAST’s Weekly Honor Roll five times and broke Seton Hall’s 49-year old, single-season record for assists. On Feb. 21, he scored a career-high 29 points in Seton Hall’s thrilling upset of ninth-ranked Georgetown. Theodore recorded five double-doubles last season and completes his collegiate career as one of just four Pirates all-time with over 1,300 career points and 500 career assists.

Theodore joins 14 other former Pirates who played last season or are currently playing professionally overseas: John Allen (Poland), Andre Barrett (France), Donald Copeland (Puerto Rico), Marcus Cousin (Venezuela), John Garcia (Dominican Republic), Paul Gause (England), Jeremy Hazell (Venezuela), Duane Jordan (Australia), Rimas Kaukenas (Italy), Brian Laing (Israel), Jamar Nutter (Chile), Augustine Okosun (Qatar), Eniel Polynice(Mexico) and Jeff Robinson (Austria).

Last but not least Paul Crosby:

PAUL CROSBY SIGNS FIRST PRO DEAL IN URUGUAY

September 18, 2012 by Samuel Smith | Category: Blog,News

Former Mississippi Valley State University Star Paul Crosby will be headed to Montevideo, Uruguay.  Crosby offers the team an inside presence with the ability to step out and hit the mid-range jumper.  Crosby’s defense is exceptional as he held his own against Tar Heel Star Tyler Zeller during his last season at MVSU.  He averaged 13 points per game and 7 rebounds for Mississippi Valley State.  Montevideo will look to make a run for the championship this season, and team is very excited to bring in Paul.  They might have landed themselves a hidden gem as Crosby was Ranked as the #1 Power Forward coming out of High School in Michigan, averaging over 19 points per game 10 rebounds and 3 blocks.

We are all proud of our recruits and can’t wait to see what they do in the up coming year.  We send them forward with Godspeed to make us and themselves proud of the talent they are displaying.
 

 

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Stars

by K. Kozla

From the time we are little stars are a part of our lives.  The early days in school where we are trying to obtain gold and silver stars to show we accomplished something to be proud of.  Skipping a few years as we age and learn to believe that wishing on the stars in the sky in the hopes of making our dreams come true.  Even as an adult we gaze upon the stars that walk amongst us like Actors, Political Figures, Sports figures and even the lesser known ones like Doctors and Nurses, Teachers and Firefighters.  We all shoot to be amongst the stars, to achieve the goals we set ahead of us.  Andrew Bynum and MarShon Brooks are no different.  Both men are making moves to show how brightly their stars can shine.

MarShon Brooks was chosen to participate in the NBA’s Rising Stars Challenge featuring rookies and second-year NBA players taking place as part of the NBA All-Star Weekend on February 24th.   Brooks is averaging 14.8 points a game placing him second among rookies.

Andrew Bynum, for his part, is going to be the going to his first All-Star game.  It was a goal he set for himself six years ago, but with perseverance, practice and drive he managed to get himself to the place he wanted to be.

Two young men both setting an example to future players and dreamers that placing high goals on yourself is something to be done.  Don’t listen to those who say you can’t.  Don’t let others talk you out of dreaming big.  Dream big, the bigger the better and never give up.  We could not be prouder of the goals they are striving for and the achievements they are making.

God Speed to those who show us we should dream and God Speed to the dreamers!

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Persistance Pays Off for Scotty Hopson

by K. Kozla

Scotty Hopson, a Junior out of Tennessee, may not have been picked up at the NBA Draft, but he did not give up. He continued to practice, he continued to dream and he grew hungrier. That was when fate stepped in.

The NBA lock out happened and there is no clear end in site. In fact, there may be no season this year at all, not in America at least. That does not stop the sport and it does not stop the players from all over the world. The only thing it does stop is anyone who has a contract in the NBA from playing. That left Scotty available when Greece came knocking. He was picked up by Kolossos Rhodes in Greece and we are all wishing him God Speed in his new adventures!

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Scotty Hopson

by K. Kozla

It has been said that it takes a big man to admit their mistakes.  That when you have challenges laid out before you it is then when you show the world exactly what you are made of and for Scotty Hopson now is that time.

If you have not already read the article by Mike Griffith I suggest you take the time to stop and do so because you will get the time to stop and realize that this is a young man who was faced with adversity, but is not about to give up.

At a time when many others would just throw in the towel, pack it up and simply go home to tend his wounds Scotty is not ready to do that.  The NBA, while watching fears of a potential lockout and coming from the great dance of the draft, is still moving forward.  The teams are still wheeling and dealing and looking at getting contracts for trades and new players in place and now is the time to be capitalizing on that.

Now is not the time for giving up.

Now is not the time to throw in the towel.

Now is the time to show us what you are made of.

Godspeed Scotty.

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