The National Trophy - It's Official - 15u RED Champs.

The Trophy, YBOA National Champs. Enough Said! Go Select.

Nationals Champions - 15u Boys Team RED

Congratulations. The Mighty 15u Boys Team RED (Coach Mason) has won the YBOA National Championship in the Consolidation bracket in Orlando, Florida today. The team defeated the Hattiesburg, Mississippi Dream Team for the championship. The team was 6-1 in tournament play. Again, Congratulations, Go Select.

Lady Selects in Action This Weekend.

The Atlanta Select Lady Select 16u WHITE (Coaches Morris & Hollaway) and BLACK (Coach Kelly)teams joined forces to destroy the competition again this weekend. Two weekends ago the ladies finished first and second in the Georgia Fastbreaker tournament. Go ladies, do it again.

Atlanta Select 15u Boys RED - Doing Business!

The Mighty 15u Boys Team RED finished Pool Play 3 - 0. They were one of only two teams at the YBOA Div II Nationals to go undefeated in pool play. Today they relaxed and had fun. Tomorrow they will be begin bracket play en route to the championship. Good Luck, Go Select.

Great Start - 15u Boys Team RED - YBOA Nationals

Great start for the 15u Boys Team RED at the YBOA Nationals. They won their first game against the Bervard Storm from Florida, 65 - 58. You can watch the game at www.ihigh.com.

NAYBA National Runner Up - 14u Boys Team WHITE North

Congratulations to the mighty 14u Boys Team WHITE North for their second place finish at the NAYBA Nationals on Sunday, July 25, 2010. The team, coached by Coach Vincent, is continuing to have a very successful season. We are extremely proud of you and know that you will add to your trophy count before the season is over. Go Select!

Good Luck at the Nationals - 15u Boys Team RED

The Atlanta Select 15u Boys Team RED is on the road again. Earlier this month the team participated in the USBA Nationals in South Carolina. Today, they leave for Florida to participate in the YBOA Nationals. They are truly fulfilling Atlanta Select's goal of MAXIMUM EXPOSURE. Good Luck to Coach Mason and the mighty 15u Team RED>

Good Luck at the Nationals - 16u PLATINUM

Atlanta Select 16u Boys Team PLATINUM will be participating at the AAU Division I Nationals in Orlando, FL beginning on Sunday, July 25. The team is one of eleven Georgia teams participating in an overall field of 152 teams. Good Luck to Coach Brown and the mighty 16u PLATINUM.

Atlanta Select - Player of the Week

Atlanta Select 15U Red

Position: Small Forward
Mr. Cordell Rhymer, III
Nickname: "C-Deezy"
Born: October 27, 1994
Age: 15 years old
Parents: Karen Samuel and Cordell Rhymer, Jr
Siblings:
1 Brother - Darrian
(3)1/2 brothers- Kyle, Tyshawn & Lelan
(2) sisters Shane and Jade

Native: St. Thomas but raised in Lithonia
Middle School: Shiloh High School
G.P.A: 3.7
College: University of Syracuse
Major: Business Management

Hobbies: Basketball, video games and hanging out with my friends
Favorite Subject: Language Arts because the subject is fun and easy to learn. Also, I have a strong comprehension level.
Favorite Teacher: Ms. Mauere because she makes learning interesting and fun.

Favorite Sport: Basketball
Favorite Player: Brandon Jennings because he's a lefty and I'm pattern my style of play after him

Favorite Food: Fried Chicken
Favorite T.V. Show: Everybody hates Chris
Favorite Movie: Biker Boys
Favorite Book: Blood is Thicker
Favorite Artist: WicKhalisa
Favorite Song: "Paper Man" by Fabulous

Who inspires you? My grandma because she works very hard to help me stay focus on becoming successful by being grateful and humble. SPECIAL shout out to my mom as well. I appreciate all that you has done for me. She's very supportive of me playing basketball and does whatever she can so I can play. She gives me advice on life and shares her life lessons so I would not make the same mistakes and she works very hard to take care of us by herself. She's an independent woman taking care of our needs and love.

Afro-American that influenced you? Malcolm X influenced me because he was a leader and through criticism, he still continue to fight for what was right and believed in what he said: "by any mean necessary"

Anglo Saxon that influences you? John F. Kennedy because he was the youngest president and wanted to help stop civil rights and treat all black people fairly.

Today's Afro-American that influenced you? President Obama because he was the first black president and he's still being strong even though many people are trying to pull him down.

Today's Anglo Saxon that influences you? Joe Biden because he did not care about president Obama being black and decided to be his running mate and now is the Vice President

Goal on Life: Graduate College and join the NBA or be successful in my career choice

Individual goal: Increase my confidence in my jump shots and work on my right hand.

Goal for Team: Win Nationals in Orlando.
My family quote: "You have to work hard to accomplish your goals"

My quote: "Make good choices and do not get caught up with the wrong crowd and do your school work"

Mr. Cordell is a talented young man with goals and aspirations. He's a dominated force on both sides of the court. His drives are unstoppable. He developed big man post moves that are unstoppable. Once he gets hot, no one can stop him. He's our leading scorer. He is developing into a leader, not only on the court, but off the court as well.


Cordell "C-Deezy" Rhymer

Trophy Winners - July 18, 2010

Trophy winners at the Cobb Purple Knights Tournament at Samson Center, New Birth on Sunday, July 18, 2010.

From top to bottom.

Atlanta Select 13/14u Boys Team BLACK, Champions.

Atlanta Select 15u Boys Team RED, Runner Up.

Atlanta Select 17u Boys Team RED, Runner Up.

Atlanta Select 12u Boys Team SILVER, Runner Up.

Go Select.

USBA Nationals - Thanks.

11u Boys SILVER, 14u Boys WHITE North and 15u Boys RED. Thanks for representing Atlanta Select at the USBA Nationals at Myrtle Beach, SC. You made us proud of your hard work and dedication. Go Select.

Atlanta Select 14u PLATINUM - Doing Business

Atlanta Select 14u Boys Team PLATINUM is 1 - 1 in Pool Play at the AAU Nationals Div II. Keep up the good work. Go Select.

Championship Game at Noon, Saturday, July 17, 2010

Atlanta Select Lady Select RED plays for the YBOA National Championship Division I at noon on Saturday, July 17, 2010. The route to the championship is as follows:

Lady Select 41 vs. Lady Clippers, MD 19

Lady Select 63 vs. Tri-County Warriors, NC 47

Lady Select 61 vs. Hattisburg Dream Team, MS 16

Lady Select 54 vs. Pistols White, GA GA 43

Lady Select 66 vs. Cardinals, VA 55

Now the championship Game. Good Luck, Go Select.

Atlanta Select Student Athlete Profile.

Matthew "Matt" Joseph Surls, 15u Boys Team RED, Head Coach D. Mason. He is a sharp shooter and that shoots those three pointers that burn the nets down.

Position: Shooting Guard
Mr. Matthew "Matt" Joseph Surls
Nickname: "Mr. Fundamentals"
Born: February 27, 1994
Age: 16 years old
Parents: David and Mindy
Siblings:
(1) Sister: Rachel
(2) Brother: Jonathan "John"

Native: Atlanta, Ga
Church: 12 Stone
High School: Brook wood High School
G.P.A: 3.4

College: University of Georgia
Major: Future teacher with emphasis on Coaching
Hobbies: Basketball, video games and hanging out with friends.
Favorite Subject: Math because I like the subject since I was a little kid and actually I'm pretty good with numbers.
Favorite Teacher: Mr. Coulter because he was my math teacher and he's pretty cool.

Favorite Sport: Basketball
Favorite Player: JJ Rednick because he came from my favorite team the Duke blue devils a big "Dukies" fan and he's a great shooting.

Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite T.V. Show: The office
Favorite Movie: The Bourne Series
Favorite Book: "The Bible"
Favorite Artist; 1000 foot Krutch because they're a Christian rock band and they go hard.
Favorite Song: "The part that hurts the most" by thousand foot Krutch

Who inspires you? My Dad because he's a great leader and always helps with giving great advice about life. He's my biggest fan.

Past Afro-American that influenced you? Mr. Jackie Robinson because he broke the color barrier in baseball.

Past Anglo-Saxon that influenced you? Ronald Reagan and Pete Maravich was the inventor of the set shot and my favorite basketball player.

Today's Afro-American that influenced you? Hubert Cane the politician and Kobe Bryant because I respect that he is such a great student of the game and a great competitor.

Today's Anglo-Saxon that influenced you? Billy Graham he devoted his whole glorifying God and saving souls.

Goal in Life: To bring Glory to God in everything that I say and do.

Individual goal for basketball: To make starting line-up on JV

Goal for Team: To continue to play as a team and Win Championships

My family quote: "Hard work pays off"
My quote: "Work your hardest and your best in everything that you do."

Mr. Matt is a talented young man with goals and aspirations. We were fortunate to have him part of the season, but his loyalty and dedication to the team is remarkable. He's a very discipline and respectful player. He always does what's asked of him. He's an unselfish player and always encourages his teammates to play hard at all times. We' were blessed and grateful that he joined our family.

Matt "Mr. Fundamental" Surls

Pool Winners - 14u Lady Select RED

Atlanta Select Lady Select 14u RED doing business at the YBOA Nationals. Congratulations on winning your pool.

Take One Win at a Time, 2 - 0 In Pool Play

Atlanta Select 11u SILVER is 2 - 0 in Poll Play at the USBA Nationals. Go Select.

Great Start - 14u Lady Select RED - YBOA Nationals

Great Start, 2 - 0 in pool play, the mighty 14u Lady Select RED at the YBOA Nationals in Florida. Go Ladies, Go Select.

11u Boys SILVER - USBA Nationals

The mighty 11u Boys Team SILVER has won their first game at the USBA Nationals at Myrtle Beach, SC. These young men have been on a winning streak at the end of the season. We wish them the best of luck at the Nationals.

3d in The Nation - Lady Select 11u PLATINUM - AAU Nationals!

Congratulations to the Mighty Atlanta Select Lady Select 11u PLATINUM for finishing third in the AAU 11u Division I Classic Division. Your hard work and perseverance were the key elements that propelled you to national attention. We are extremely proud of you and your representation of Atlanta Select at the AAU Nationals. Thanks and have a safe trip home. Go Select.

The Nationals on Friday - Atlanta Select

After nearly a week at the Nationals our teams are still playing.
The 13u Lady Select PLATINUM will be playing at 12:30 PM for 3d place in the Classic Division of the AAU National.
The 14u Boys Team RED will play this afternoon at 5:30 PM. They won by 39 points last evening at the YBOA Nationals.
The 13u Boys Team BLACK 8732 is in the Sweet 16 and will play at 10:30 AM at the AAU Nationals.

Good Luck to all. Go Select!

Lady Select 11u PLATINUM in Final Four

The Atlanta Select Lady Select 11u PLATINUM believes in the statement ... If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. The ladies struggled in pool play but made it to the Classic bracket at the AAU Nationals. There they began to roll. Now they are in the final four, what a way to go. Good Luck Ladies. Go Select!