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Sam Rines

4 years

True story of how we got Rip Hamilton to play in our program with Kobe Bryant. The best back court in AAU history. Sam Rines AAU

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

8 days

I am thankful for all the AAU teams reaching out to Tammar. AAU isn’t a priority for us for multiple reasons right now. We would only consider it as a show and tell rather than an exposure thing. The recruiting and the exposure for Tammar is going great. We plan on taking him

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

It amazes me that players don’t have recruiting manners. I called a kid last week and it was like talking to myself. He had zero personality and he finish the conversation with call my coach. SMH 🤦🏾. I see why you don’t have offers. Just say you’re not interested and save us both

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

Coaches are taking notice to Jordan Riley (2021) from Brentwood NY. He’s not in the top 150 ????? These recruiting services need to cut the politics out and take notice. Trust you eyes people ..... this is what a NBA player looks like in high school

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

He was the greatest player I’ve ever coached and he put me and my programs on the map after playing AAU for us. Pop and I will miss him dearly

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 months

There’s an noncompetitive epidemic happening in basketball all over the country. 👇🏾 The talent level is the highest I’ve ever seen it. Division III programs have Division I talent. Low majors are beating high majors. There’s a lot of parity. But hustle, the willingness to

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

6 months

Big guards aren’t appreciated as much by lower level schools as I thought. You have to be careful where you send big guards because they might end up in some corner waiting for the ball like a stand still shooter. Jackson is a 6’8” guard that can shoot, finish, and make good

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

He’s your number one pick.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

25 days

Coaches, stop 🛑 panicking by taking these average dudes out the portal. There’s a lot of kids that wouldn’t care about NIL but just want a scholarship. There’s a lot of talent sitting in Juco and prep school. Kids 19/20/21 years old and better than guys in the portal

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

I see a lot of teams in the NCAA and the NIT that don’t have anything that looks like Earle Greer. He is a 6’8” combo guard that can score in multiple ways with and without the ball. Runs like a deer with hops. The shot is wet both stand still and off the dribble. He actually

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

17 days

Bowling Green transfer 6’8” G Earle Greer ( @EjayGreer ) is a legit guard. Not a forward that has guard skills - a knockdown shooter, with handles, that can pass. He’s a prolific scorer that that thrives in transition. He wants to play his natural position. He left Bowling

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

19 days

7’ F Tammar Brown ( @TammarBrown2 ) will not be playing in the spring live period. We want to thank Team Takeover, Team Durant, The Scholars, The RENs, PSA, Expressions, City Rocks, WeR1, Philly Pride, BW Elite, Wild Cats, Team Final Red, Team Rio, Jersey Shore, KLow, and many

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

7 months

Can’t have a response to everything. Imagine thinking you know more than a coach that has been to the Final 4 eight times. 🤦🏾‍♂️

Hoop Herald

@TheHoopHerald

7 months

Izzo is a legend but it is a new era of player he is connecting to There is a reason why so many coaching legends are beginning to step away from the game Coach K Roy Williams Jim Boeheim Jay Wright All Hall of Famers (Via @travis_jones11 🎥)

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Ryan Archie has been a beast all season but he’s really starting to put thing together. Last night, he finished with 34 points and 12 assists against the top PG team IMG. He’s been averaging 28.9 10 assist, and 7 steals since Christmas break. A lot of interest and plenty of

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 years

DII and DIII players can play too. Don't be surprised if they impress just as much as the DI players.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 years

We post hundreds of workout videos but no one is saying anything about repetition. Without reps, there’s no retaining. Stop with the 2 ball warm up drills shit and start teaching game situations and fundamentals w/ repetitious drills so someone can master the moves.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Big John Green 6’8 lost 70lbs at Rocktop and a juco or NAIA will be getting a kid with leadership and dedication to get better.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

DII players are just inconsistent DI players, and DIII players are inconsistent DII players. Everyone has flashes, but your consistency and reliably will determine your level.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

26 days

6'5" G Jordan Riley is in the transfer portal - Watched him work out with NBA trainer and Rocktop coach Tone Paris the other day. Great getting down hill, excellent off the bounce, shifty, strong, bouncy - Would like to see him at a power five school that runs and scores in

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

Some players think they're DI until we bring some good DII players to play in open runs with them...

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

I treat all coaches at all levels with the same love and respect because you never know what the future will bring. I expect the same when it comes with recruiting my kids, just keep it real because I do. 33 years in the business and I seen them come and go.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

After seeing K State play, it lets me know how important it is to have a @ryan2real_ guard that can get you a bucket and make a play. Meet Ryan Archey. He can get a bucket with a hand n his face and run a team against anyone. He gotD1s offers and D2s offers with a 3.3 GPA and

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

26 days

After talking to 7’ F Tammar Brown ( @TammarBrown2 ), with my support, he has made the decision to leave Team Final. Development and touches is the most important thing to us. Team Final provided a great atmosphere, the kids were great, the coaching staff was knowledgeable, and I

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 years

Coaches watch everything you do. Be sure to have good body language or a coach may misjudge your character.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

12 days

Next to Kobe… 7’ F Tammar Brown ( @TammarBrown2 ) has the potential to the second best player I will ever coach. Hard to put into words how much better he has gotten over the last few months. No exaggeration he has the ability to be a Giannis prototype with a softer touch.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

6’8” G Earle Greer ( @EjayGreer ) is entering the transfer portal. Was previously at Bowling Green - Great team with a winning record - But after seeing the league and the makeup of the team, Earle has decided he would prefer to continue his basketball career at a program that

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

I watched college games all day and 6’8” combo guard Earle Greer can play on any team in the country. Big East, ACC, SEC etc etc. He got handles, he can shoot, great midrange, tough defender, and he’s bouncy. He’s at Rocktop. 2023 Top Prep Player in the country. Looking for the

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

I can’t believe this kid isn’t signed .... 4.1 GPA and 1280 SAT score. I will personally vouch for him both on and off the court. This kid is a steal and has his bags packed. Low/mid D1 stud. Torrin Andrews (6’4”). West Palm FL @torrin_andrews

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

It’s crazy when more NBA scouts/agents like you more than high major coaches. He’s going to be a 6’9 combo with speed, hops, a crazy pull up game, lights out pull-up game and high IQ. I’m seeing teams with size but no skill. I think he will be sitting at the nba draft in 2 years.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 years

Some of these trainers are ass. I watched this kid getting robbed by doing worst drills imaginable. If you need props and gimmicks to train or workout, chances are you’re not learning anything. Why pick up a tennis ball or cone when you don’t do it in a game 🤦🏾‍♂️

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

So the little guy in this picture is Ben Luber and he was 10 when he started playing for me. He coaches at the George School. He has a 8th grader coming to George next year that’s the best thing I seen since Kobe in Philadelphia. He’s special

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

There was a lot of individuals that assisted in Earle’s recruiting. We entertained schools from as high as the power 5 to high level D2. It takes a village especially when there’s no AAU resume. I want to thx the street hustlers, scouts, college coaches, and prep school coaches

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

25 days

6’8” G Jackson Gaffney ( @jgaff100 ) is still available - Hearing everything from Big East to Mid level Division I schools. A true wing that can play the 2/3. Versatile, athletic, knock down shooter, great off the bounce, and makes good decisions. Mid Level starter right now and

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

19 days

Smh ….. I told you Jackson Gaffney is good. His patience and his readiness paid off with the help of Chris Cantino. I have zero clues why any coach would even hesitate on this 6’8” guard. This kid is shooter and scorer and he’s competing like a player trying to get an nba

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 month

We are in the gym daily working with Tammar Brown 7’0 PF/C. He is a high major and he has a chance to be very special(Blue Blood and potential NBA player). I wasn’t going to have him play AAU but the experience is one of the best things in his basketball journey. New coaches,

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

This real interview is coming from one of the top guards in the country. As of Tuesday, he is still available and is easily a mid level D1 guard. The 3 sport athlete is under the radar because he didn’t play AAU. Truth your eyes and listen to the interview it’s fire. Turn the

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 months

Coach Tone brought some older players to play with our kids. Gillie TheKid got game …….I appreciate him stopping through working with our kids and hooping. Yes….. he got game at 47

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

30 days

My guy….. he recognized me after I didn’t see him in 20 years. Boo is the OG in AAU basketball.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

25 days

6’8” G Earle Greer ( @EjayGreer ) is a mid level starter right now & a high level starter at the right school 🚨 The Bowling Green transfer looks good working out since he’s been home. Shooting well, fast, confident, shifty. Sat behind NC State transfer Marcus Hill and was left

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

6’8” G Earle Greer ( @EjayGreer ) has signed to Wasserman Group. They represent Klay Thompson, Russell Westbrook, Derrick Rose, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lu Dort, Domantas Sabonis, and Evan Mobley. Top three sports agency in the world.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Huge get for Temple! You’re going to love this kid.

Temple Men's Basketball

@TUMBBHoops

1 year

SIGNED: Welcome to Temple Jordan Riley!

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

10 days

Getting stronger @TammarBrown2

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 months

I watch a lot of A10 games and you can look in the portal all you want but you won’t find anything like 6’8” G Jackson Gaffney and in the class of 25 you’re not finding shot blockers like 6’11” Tammar Brown. They look like Power 5 players to me.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

6 months

6’11 2025 is bursting on the scene. His IQ is extremely high for a big. He’s learning how to move and read the cuts. His skill level is getting better daily and he’s starting to develop his mid range. Honestly….. it’s hard to win games developing a big fella that’s just

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

I hope future college players understand that you have to be easy to deal with… get your school work done, work hard, be on time, be coachable, be professional. You won’t change when you get there, change today, and be prepared when you get there.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

15 days

Prep school allows you more time to get bigger, stronger, faster, more experienced, and more exposure to help you have more options. We teach you how to market yourself. We get you ready for college basketball regardless of level. We need every position. Go on the website and

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Headed up Spooky Nooks to look at a few kids. You don’t need to score 30 to get noticed. Make plays and play D.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

11 months

Shooting and waiting for the ball out of frustration leads to bad shots and selfish play. Learn to play without the basketball. Move without the ball to get an easier shot. And when you do get the ball be patient and make the right play.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

8 months

We are going to surprise a lot of teams this year. We have size so it’s just going to take alittle time to get use to playing these small teams. Everyone has to transition to different positions. Example Jackson Gaffney is 6’8 transitioning from a straight wing power forward to a

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Pop Smoke was our first player at Rocktop… It’s always special when former players reach back out after their career ends. We had a lot of laughs. Rest In Peace 💫 #PopSmoke #WeAreRocktop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

I guess I should have sent Earle to a high major school so he can go back to either a high or mid. I sent him to a mid so he can play right away and he got shelved because of an injury and the team was winning. The experience was still good because he had a chance to be a roll

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

I think Earle is going to be a pro - a lot of people don’t realize how good he is but I see it everyday. After two years I feel confident he is ready to play at all levels

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

11 months

The anxiety that comes with the recruiting process for both coaches and players is not talked about. It’s not an easy process and it’s not what people portray on social media. But if you can play, they’ll find you eventually.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

20 days

Prep school isn’t free but it’s one of the best options for players to make a realistic jump from high school to college. An extra year can make all the difference on how a coach looks at you. More prep school players are going high major this year than Juco players right now

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

17 days

One of the top Division II scorers in the country, 5’11” G Bernie Blunt ( @berniebluntt ) has a more unique situation. Bernie only has one year left to play. He can reapply for a redshirt year next year. So you might get two years out of him. He must attend a university that can

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

6’8 skilled guard Earle Greer is just coming off a dislocated thumb and is on his way back practicing and playing. We are scheduling visits and workouts at Mid/high level D1s. Now, we are doing workouts with the top trainers in the city to learn and get some evaluations. First

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

I’m confused……you’re taking a dude out the portal that averaged 2 points on a team that wasn’t good? Help me understand because maybe he wasn’t that good to begin with.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

8 days

The grind time is nonstop. 6’8” combo Earle Greer. He’s working on getting his full arsenal back. This combo guard is looking to play his natural position on the ball because he has a good IQ, passing , and offensive skill set that will help most team especially when it’s 10 sec

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

10 days

6’8 point/2guard Earle Greer visited New Orleans yesterday. The offer he received was appreciated but the thing I liked most was the vision of the coach. He saw him as a Point guard/ combo guard made this one best visits. The head coach spent majority of the time with Earle. He

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Now that this portal is slowing up and these new coaches are settling in, coaches are calling and reaching out almost daily. Only entertaining D1s at this time but both are looking at all levels. This was the best prep school backcourt in the country. Highly skilled

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Jaydon has 3 years D1 and 4 years D2. And juco is an option. He spent his summer at FDU, his fall Seton Hall, and his spring LA Tech. He was just waiting for his paperwork to clear so he wasted a year not playing. Now it’s time to get back on the court.Good kid. We never stop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

Heavy ball work with Bernard Blunt. Two to three workouts a day. Learning how to drive and face up. Hitting the weights and eating right. In two to three months everyone will know his name. Tammar Brown.

Rocktop Academy

@RocktopAcademy

2 months

6’11” F Tammar Brown ( @TammarBrown2 ) working out with St Joes legend Bernard Blunt. @ExplosionHoops #WeAreRocktop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

6’11” F Tammar Brown will make his debut with Team Final @TeamFinalEYBL on the EYBL. I don’t expect for him to be a star right away but by July everyone will be talking about him. 🔵🩸💰

Basketball Finders

@BBallFinders

2 months

Did Mar ( @TammarBrown2 ) just shoot him in the head?? 🍿😂🪣

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

Here’s a father son picture of a young Kobe Bryant and Joe. All I can say is there would be no Kobe without Joe.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

Dailin Smith, a 6’6” 2/3. He attended Rocktop this past year. After growing 2 inches and adding 20 lbs, After 80 games, turned him into a solid mid/high level D1 prospect. He’s consistent and proved his value all season long against great competition. 2.9 GPA w/ a 920. No baggage

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Ryan Archey received 2 D1 offers over the last 3-4 days. I told you this kid is a gem. 3-4 schools reached out saying they will reach out over the next week.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

If you’re a Division I, Division II, or NAIA that would struggle against the pressure of Nova Southeastern you need to take a good look at my point guard Jon Byrd ( @JonathanByrd04 ). Unpressable, Ball on a string, Can pass, Led the EYCL in steals, Former track star,

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 years

Basketball has become more about entertainment so we praise the dunk and the dribble without praising those that can shoot and/or can pass. We praise difficultly over simplicity. Players are trying to skip the process of repetition and practice by taking the easy way out.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

I have 6’8” Guard Jackson Gaffney (unsigned 2024)in the gym getting up his 500 shots. I don’t care what is in the portal ….. not too many are better than he is. He is definitely getting stronger and definitely getting better. We are good going to the right mid level D1 school

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

Kyin Healey Is a 6’8” lefty (mobile)Power Forward athletic, great shooter, good body, and a solid post player He’s only available because we put his stuff out late. He holds offers as high as mid majors and as low as D2. Trust your eyes 👀 game tape available.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 months

I’m smiling like a proud father knowing my kids are well prepare at the college level. Ryan Archey and Earle Greer is starting to show value for their prospective teams. Ryan has 26 in an overtime lost. Earle scored 12 in 5 minutes of play. Rocktop prepares not babysit

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

6 months

Coaches ….. it’s amazing how many D1 and D2 dudes I’m seeing that can’t shoot or finish. A HS kid is different than a prep kid. A prep kid is different than a Juco kid. A Juco kid is different from a transfer. Bottom line is recruit those that will help you right away with

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

18 days

Sorry no D2s or Juco. He has D1 offers thx

Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

19 days

Smh ….. I told you Jackson Gaffney is good. His patience and his readiness paid off with the help of Chris Cantino. I have zero clues why any coach would even hesitate on this 6’8” guard. This kid is shooter and scorer and he’s competing like a player trying to get an nba

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Things are starting to heat up for scoring point guard Ryan Archey. He scores on anyone and everyone. 3.4 GPA and 1200 SAT score with a prolific jumper

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 month

Yoooooo it’s called hard work and it doesn’t stop when the season ends. He’s a 6’8 2/3 with a in midrange and the perimeter game beyond the arc. If you’re not talking offers, no need to chat

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

This is what a big guard is supposed to look like. The crazy part is he does this shit ALL the time. There’s nothing in the portal that looks like this. Pay attention because we don’t play bums.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

19 days

Earle Greer is a 6’8 guard that can create, score, shoot, pass, crazy midrange and with a very high IQ. A coach gets mad at me for telling him he’s more of a 1/2 than a stand still 3. Don’t shoot the messenger killa

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 months

Here’s Chris Cooley. Perfect for a D2 or NAIA who needs a scorer that can create his own shot and go down hill

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

When a coach tells you we only shoot 3s and layups and you are not allowed to shoot midrange ….. you have to be careful of where you go to school especially when you are a 6’8 guard. These dudes can shoot the 3 and create off the dribble for both themselves and others. Earle is

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Thing are heating up for Ryan Archey with a D1 official visit this week. I told you he was one of the best point guards in prep.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 months

I had a lot of basketball experiences over the last 35 years. Kobe was the most exciting and the most devastating story I ever experienced. His rise from a 8th grader to his death as a NBA player was a crazy ride. Kobe and I lost touch as he entered his NBA stardom but I hear

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Ryan is still available and waiting for this dead period to end. I can’t image any freshman or sophomore in the portal better than him. You can’t say prep school is high school because he played in 100 games last season. Experience alone gives him an advantage. Let see him play

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 month

Jackson Gaffney is getting better, bigger, more versatile, and getting down hill against current Ivy League, A10, Big East, AAC, and Colonial players locally 3 on 3 and 5 on 5. Let’s remember, he’s a 6’8” athlete that can shoot with a midrange game to match. He’s going to be a

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 months

We decided to return to the Nike uniforms. What you think? @Nike @nikebasketball

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Yesterday, I watched EJ Greer,the elite 6’8 guard, get up 500 shots at Rocktop After that, he headed elite trainer Sean Riley where he got in his second workout of the day. Greer will take visits officially and unofficially after this dead period. His recruitment is still open.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 months

Why are coaches overlooking skill ? It’s good to have a strong guard but if he can’t shoot or score, the strength means nothing. Muscle basketball is getting harder to watch.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

4 years

Big fella needs a full scholarship. Low D1/D2 big that can run shoot and score. Ready right now. Kyin Healy 6’8” sharp shooter. Missed out on a few D1 and now willing to go D2. 2.5 GPA 950 SATs

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 months

They laughed at him during the preseason. It takes time to develop bigs. What does he look like now? 💰💰💰

Rocktop Academy

@RocktopAcademy

3 months

6’11” F Tammar Brown ( @TammarBrown2 ) is the hottest stock riser in the country right now! From being virtually unknown a few months ago, to hearing from coaches in the SEC, Big East, Big 12, and PAC 12 - Coaches at IMG were drawing comparisons between Samuel Dalenbert to Dereck

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

14 days

6’7” Italian F Giulio Rigato ( @Giulio_Rigato ) has yet to pick a school. Low level Division I, High Division II player. Giulio is a 3x3 champion in Italy, physically dominant, and experienced. Carried my team early before he suffered an ankle injury. Double-double,

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

2 months

Jackson is 6’8” can pass, dribble, and shoot. Athletic enough and strong enough to switch onto multiple positions. High IQ and moves without the ball. Only a few players can REALLY help a college team win next year - Jackson is one of them. @jgaff100

Basketball Finders

@BBallFinders

2 months

“Jackson Gaffney ( @jgaff100 ) made the most ‘wow’ plays of anyone this week… he’s got the ability to create his own shot against quality defenders and has all sorts of tricks around the rim to get a clean look, including one-legged fadeaways and off-balanced layups.” @hooplove215

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 months

Maurice Watson (Creighton), Quade Green (Kentucky) type player - Too fast and too good of a passer, he’s going to end up at a High Major before his career is over.

Rocktop Academy

@RocktopAcademy

3 months

5’10” G Jon Byrd ( @jonathanbyrd04 ) has emerged as a Division I guard - Unpressable, able to get to any spot on the floor, and making all the right passes - Byrd is having layup practice against most teams, blowing by defenders and setting his teammates up. 😮‍💨🔥💰 #WeAreRocktop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 months

We’re tough on our guards at Rocktop but if you know our history, our point guards produce at the college level. We’ve produced Division I or Division II point guards for the past seven years and all of them did well. @JonathanByrd04 is next up!!

Rocktop Academy

@RocktopAcademy

3 months

5’10” G Jon Byrd ( @jonathanbyrd04 ) has emerged as a Division I guard - Unpressable, able to get to any spot on the floor, and making all the right passes - Byrd is having layup practice against most teams, blowing by defenders and setting his teammates up. 😮‍💨🔥💰 #WeAreRocktop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

11 months

@wojespn @CAA_Basketball He certainly came a long way since prep school put him on the map. He certainly worked hard and stuck to his script. Right place right time ……I saw his talent early and it took awhile for people to see what I saw. Yes Rise was and is Rocktop.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 months

No AAU the summer before coming to prep school, junior & senior season affected by covid - Now doing his thing at @CoppinMBB 🪣‼️ Ryan lays out the blueprint - Took advantage of an additional year

Rocktop Academy

@RocktopAcademy

3 months

THE SCORER | HOW TO GET A D1 SCHOLARSHIP ‼️🔥🪣 The Ryan Archey Story @ryan2real_ #WeAreRocktop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Ball handling heavy ball stuff with CJ Scott. No matter how many times I tell a coach he’s a guard ….. they tell me they run 4 guards out. He’s a unicorn compared to what I’m seeing with the ball in his hand. He’s a PG that can shoot and score. Did I say he’s 6’8”

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

1 year

Jackson Gaffney is headed to Rocktop and will be highly recruited as a 6’8” combo guard. The potential here is endless because he dunk’s everything, he can shoot, and he can play. The 6’8” guard is going to be good.

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 months

Jackson is a unicorn 🦄 He’s an athletic shooter that can score off the dribble, play without the ball, and finish at the rim. He’s getting better daily and attracting attention from all levels.

Rocktop Academy

@RocktopAcademy

5 months

6’8” G Jackson Gaffney ( @jgaff100 ) was one of the top prospects at the IMG Sunshine Prep Showcase. With NBA scouts & high level DI schools in attendance (Duke, Michigan, Syracuse, and many more), Gaffney showcased his scoring prowess, finishing with 25+ each game. #WeAreRocktop

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

5 years

Why do all NBA players act like they got to the league with no one helping them along the way ?

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Sam Rines

@CoachSamRines

3 years

We settled the question of who Kobe played AAU with (Sam Rines All Stars). Can we say we might had had the best AAU team ever and definitely the best duo to ever play together. MVP and All Star game MVP at ABCD.

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