Green North/South Boys Basketball Preview

GREEN-NORTH/SOUTH

Outlook: These leagues mix teams coming down from the Blue with emerging programs.

Top nine players: Davonte Marks, Kennedy, F, Sr.; Antoine Green, Alcott, G, Jr.; Thomas Jones, Solorio, G, So.; Odies Nix, Marine, G, Jr.; John Ashford, Urban Prep West, F, So.; Antwan Jackson, Epic, G, So.; Wali Muhammad, Urban Prep-Bronzeville, G, So.; Tashan Meeks, Talent, F, Jr.; Bakari Riverpenrice, Ogden, F, Jr.

Did you know? Urban Prep West added two key transfers: 6-8 sophomore Javonta Brown from Steinmetz and 6-0 junior Steven Jackson from Bishop Noll (Ind.).

Quote: “Allen Loggin is my best all-around athlete and is capable of getting a triple-double in the Green every game.” – Alcott coach Kevin Harley

Predicted finish: Green North – Marine, Urban Prep West, Alcott, Chicago Math & Science, Talent, Ogden, Chicago AAT, Air Force. Green South – Hirsch, Kennedy, Urban Prep-Bronzeville, Solorio, Epic, Spry, Hancock, Woodlawn.

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