"The key is not the will to win..everybody has that.. It's the will to prepare to win that's important" Bobby Knight    

                         

  Riverwar 2008 A huge success 

We would like to thanks all the fans, spectators, players, coaches and volunteers who helped make the 2008 Riverwar a success. Click here for the post game summary courtesy of Nate Latsch.. Additional pics, video and player analysis will be posted this week.. 
           

  Official Riverwar Highlight Mix - Now Playing
Over the past six years, the Riverwar has showcased many of the regions top players, which has provided fans with some classic games as well as some very unbelievable plays and performances. In part one of this highlight mix we have compiled footage of some of the most exciting and memorable plays in the history of the event. Watch and enjoy!!! Click here to view.. 


     Leverette Picks SWIC
6'3 O'Fallon Sr. Guard Kenny Leverette decided that he wanted to attend South West Illinois Junior College next season.SWIC head coach Jay Harrington stated to us that his staff is very excited with the pick up and feels Kenny can play up to 3 positions very well.Leverette averaged 16 points per game and helped lead the Panthers to a 29-4 finish during his senior season.

SLU Gets Two / Cotto and Cassity Commit  
Last week the SLU Billikens locked up two of the top players from Illinois in Rueben Cotto and Kyle Cassity. Rueben transferred from Miami and simply lit... Click here to continue...


  Get to know a player / Kathleen Scheer
It’s not often on a high school level that you come across a female guard that stands 6’2.Kathleen Scheer is an exception to the rule which is a reason she is considered the most celebrated player in the New Haven History. The Duke signee has been a four year starter and is currently the.. Click here to continue...

 2008 Riverwar Rosters Announced!!!
Showtyme Basketball and Mc Donald's proudly announce the 70 players who will compete in the 2008 Mc Donalds Riverwar ,Saturday April 12th at the Chaifetz Arena.Click here for the complete rosters and game times... Tickets are on sale now!!!!!

James makes his decision!!!
6'1 Normandy combo guard, Anthony James decided that he would take his game to N.Iowa next season. The high flying, sharp-shooting James said to us that he felt a since of loyalty from the N. Iowa staff, who attended numerous Normandy games this season.On his official visit, he stated how he got a really great vibe from the school and the current  players , which made his decision easy. We wish him the best on his selection!!

Get To Know A Player / Meet Sarah Boothe
For area fans who don’t know about the 6’5 all-everything Sarah Boothe, here is the scoop. In her four years at Warren, she led them to a 113-16 record and an impressive four regional titles. She has suited up as a ...click here to continue... 


  2008 Riverwar Highlights Historic Grand Opening
The brand new, state of the art, Chaifetz Arena located on the campus of St.Louis University ,will play host to the 2008 Mc Donalds Riverwar All-Star Games.. The event usually held in March, will be held on Saturday April 12th this year, to accomodate the historic grand opening of the multi-million dollar, 10,000 seat facility. The event is... Click here to continue..


"3 the Hard Way"
With a very talented class of 2008 we have compiled a highlight reel showcasing 3 of the top guards in the area. Darian Sain of East St.Louis, Kramer Soderberg of St.Charles West, and Drew Hanlen of Webster Groves "pictured".. click here for video


Mc Coy saves the best for last!!!
Going into the 4th quarter of play against Rockbridge, Sr. Josh Mc Coy only had 1 point.Eight minutes later he had a team high 16. The 6'5 Mc Coy put the team on his back one more time and lead South to a 42-37 come back victory against a very tough Columbia Rockbridge.Mc Coy did just about everything one man could do down the stretch, including 15 points, 2 big steals, 5 clutch free-throws and two very acrobatic shots that sent the "Friedel Freaks" balistic.. The win punches South's ticket to the University of Missouri Rolla against Waynesville on Saturday!!!   

 Harrellson creating major buzz
Former St. Charles stand-out Josh Harrelson has been tearing up the juco ranks at SWIC, much like he did the entire St.Louis area just a season ago. Josh originally committed and signed to attend  the....Click here to continue...

 

      Illinois gets Griffey ..
The 6'8 stud from Lafayette gave an oral commitment to the University of Illinois Wednesday night. Griffey chose Illinois over a long list of schools including North Carolina, Mizzou and Kansas. Griffey is considered  the top area prospect in the class of 2009 and was a high priority for the Illini.. Congratulations to Tyler on his decision...  



 The Sleepers List Continued..
We have highlighted a new list of area players who we feel are under the radar and fit the sleeper category..Click here to view the list...


 Player commitments
Click here for an updated player commitment list. Who will be the next to commit?? Check in to find out...