California High School Football: Mission Bay's Dillon Baxter

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  • California High School Football: Mission Bay's Dillon Baxter

    The 2009 football season is history, and Dillon Baxter of San Diego is reaping the rewards. Baxter has been named the 2009 high school player of the year by several outlets thanks to his ridiculous 74-touchdown senior season. In this story, we talk to the elusive running back about his awesome stats and his plans -- for now -- to attend college at USC.

  • Heisman Trophy Contender Jacquizz Rodgers

    A decade ago, Corvallis, OR was as close to big time college football as it was to Mars. Oregon State University had several one-win seasons over the last 20 years, as well as a lengthy bowl draught. Now, the Beavers are among the nation\'s elite thanks to players like running back Jacquizz Rodgers. Rodgers was a strong candidate for the Heisman Trophy in 2009 and will be one of the favorites to win the award in 2010.

  • California High School Football: Oaks Christian's Nick Montana

    His last name says it all. In this story, we sit down with possibly the biggest star in high school football: Nick Montana of Oaks Christian School in Thousand Oaks, California. We talk to Nick about being the son of Joe Montana, and we also talk to Joe about his favorite memories of watching his son play.

  • California High School Football: Valhalla's Pete Thomas

    He\'s the comeback king at Valhalla High School. Quarterback Pete Thomas has transformed the Valhalla football program from one of the worst teams in the state into one of the best. Next season, he\'ll take his strong arm to Arizona State.

  • Nevada High School Basketball: Findlay Prep's Cory Joseph

    Findlay Prep in Henderson, Nevada has only played three seasons of high school basketball. But that hasn\'t stopped Findlay from becoming perhaps the top \"basketball factory\" in the nation -- a destination where top athletes from all over North America want to come and play. One of those players is point guard Cory Joseph. Joseph grew up in Canada, but he\'s developed into one of the nation\'s best point guards under the tutelage of coach Mike Peck.

  • Colorado High School Football: Cherry Creek's Kain Colter

    Kain Colter is used to roadblocks in his football career, so he\'s equally used to getting around them. A few years ago, he played for his father at Boulder High School. But when his dad was fired, Cain transferred to league rival Cherry Creek. Now, Kain is dealing with a painful shoulder injury that\'s threatening to de-rail his senior season and a goal of a state championship. Next season, Colter will play football at Stanford.

  • California High School Football: Loyola's Anthony Barr

    There\'s not much more you could ask for from a football player - or a person - than what Anthony Barr gives every day to the community at Loyola High School. He\'s a 4.0 student, a track star, and one of the best running backs in the country.

  • Washington High School Football: Skyline's Kasen Williams

    We don\'t often feature juniors on this show, but Kasen Williams of Syline High School near Seattle is too good to ignore. Williams is a wide receiver who might end up being the best overall player in the class of 2011. He\'s also a state-champion high-jumper and good student.

  • Seattle High School Basketball: Garfield's Tony Wroten, Jr.

    Tony Wroten first burst onto the national scene five years ago, when he was named the top-ranked sixth grade -- yes, sixth grade -- basketball player in the country. Since then, Seattle\'s basketball community - including NBA players like Nate Robinson and Brandon Roy - have taken Wroten under their wings to make sure he fulfills his basketball destiny.

  • New Jersey Nets Center Brook Lopez

    These are interesting times in the world of the New Jersey Nets. The team is trying to move to Brooklyn, and also trying to put a young, exciting team on the floor. One of the Nets\' young cornerstones is Brook Lopez, who we first met four years ago when he was in high school.

  • Washington High School Football: Skyline's Jake Heaps

    Simply put, Jake Heaps is a winner. The quarterback from Skyline High School near Seattle already has two state championships under his belt, and is favored to win a third in 2009. He\'s also a well-rounded guy with a perfect grade point average and a full ride scholarship to BYU. Now, if he could only beat his dad at basketball...

  • Colorado High School Football: Steamboat Springs Quarterback Austin Hinder

    Austin Hinder\'s football career didn\'t start under the lights of a stadium or at a high-priced football camp. Instead, it began at a ranch outside of his hometown of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where Hinder would line up folding chairs and hit them with footballs. From those humble beginnings, Hinder developed into one of the finest quarterbacks in the nation. Recently, the 4.0 student announced that he\'s going to play college football at Cal.

  • California High School Football: Oaks Christian's Malcolm Jones

    If you follow the national high school football scene, you already know what Malcolm Jones of Westlake Village, CA can do on the football field. But what may surprise you is what he can do off it. Jones is a stellar chef, student, and piano player.

  • Illinois High School Football: Proviso West Receiver Kyle Prater

    Kyle Prater is one of the finest wide receivers in the country. In this feature story, we\'ll tell you what makes Prater so good.

  • Stanford Running Back Toby Gerhart

    Toby Gerhart was one of the first players we profiled when the show started in 2005. Now, Gerhart is a senior at Stanford, where he might break some of the school\'s most hallowed rushing records.

  • 2009 West Mesquite Football Open

    This is the video that will play on the video boards at the stadium just before the Wranglers take the field.

  • 2009 NBA Draft: Chase Budinger

    We first introduced you to Chase Budinger in 2006, when the San Diego native was participating in the slam dunk contest at the McDonald\'s All-American game. Now -- after three seasons at the University of Arizona -- most expect Chase to be one of the first 15 players selected on draft night.

  • Meet "Momo" Jones

    Playing for three different high schools in the last three years didn\'t stop college recruiters from finding Lamont \"Momo\" Jones, a blossoming point guard prospect from New York City. Next season, Jones will head west and play at Southern Cal.

  • West Iredell @ Carson High

    Making the snaps!

  • Meet Dominique O'Connor

    Domonique O\'Connor led Westchester High School of Los Angeles to its fifth state title this last season. For his efforts, O\'Connor was named the Los Angeles Times player of the year. Next season, he\'ll play at the University of San Fransisco.

  • The Mesquite Connection Leads to Victory for SMU

    This is a feature story on the three Mesquite ISD students leading the SMU women\'s basketball program to their second straight appearance in the post season.

  • Top Ten for Week of March 1st 2009

    Here is a look at the top 10 high school basketball teams in the country for the week of March 1st, 2009. This week we feature Findlay Prep from Henderson, Nevada.

  • Play of the week - Will Cherry

    This play of the week comes from the west coast, Oakland, California to be exact. That\'s where Will Cherry decided to make a statement for McClymond\'s hoops team.

  • Meet Noel Johnson

    Every high school player in the country should envy Noel Johnson of Fayette County High School in Georgia. Noel\'s father played in the NBA, he\'s one of the best players in the nation, and he works out with former NBA star Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf. In this story, we look at his workouts with the former NBA player, and break down his decision to attend Southern Cal in the fall.

  • Top 5 Basketball Players in the 2010 Class

    In this week\'s Toyota Top 5, we count down the top overall players from the class of 2010. At the top of our list is Tristan Thompson from Findlay Prep near Las Vegas.

  • Meet Tyler Lamb

    Tyler Lamb is a key piece on the most dominant high school basketball team in the nation. At Mater Dei, Tyler is one of five players who have already committed to play division one basketball. Just a junior, Tyler will head to UCLA when his high school career is over.

  • National Top 10 feb 16th 2009

    In this week\'s national top ten, we profile a school that\'s used to being in our football rankings but is now getting known for hoops: De La Salle of Concord, CA.

  • The Joshua Smith Story

    He\'s one of the finest high school centers in the country, and is being tutored by a famous coach. He\'s Josh Smith, the dominating big man from Kentwood High School

  • Meet Scott Speed.

    Scott Speed is driving for rookie of the year in Nascar. After years in F1, he just might be the one to beat.

  • Play of the Week For Jan. 12, 2009

    In the latest installment of the play of the week, future USC Trojan Matt Barkley tosses a long touchdown pass in the Under Armour All-American Game.

  • The Wear Twins Story

    Next season, North Carolina basketball fans will see double. That\'s because the Tar Heels have commitments from top-50 players - and identical twins - David and Travis Wear. The Wear twins stand 6-foot-10 and can score from anywhere on the floor. But as identical as their basketball skills are, the two have very different personalities away from the court.

  • Legend - Brandon Roy

    Brandon Roy is one of the most exciting young players in the NBA. But just how did he get started? It was all part of a Northwest Hoop Dream.

  • Matt Barkley Update

    We update the senior season of Matt Barkley. He is our top-ranked player and will sign with nearby Southern Cal.

  • The Renardo Sidney Story

    He\'s one of the most scrutinized players from the class of 2009. Renardo Sidney of Fairfax High School might be the best player in the nation - when he wants to be. in this story, we talk to Renardo about his childhood in Mississippi, his amazing talents, and the struggles that he faces every day.

  • Meet Nick Montana

    The last name pretty much says it all. The junior quarterback at Oaks Christian Academy is trying to follow in the footsteps of his dad: hall of fame quarterback Joe Montana. He\'s done a fantastic job thus far, throwing for a pair of touchdowns in Oaks Christian\'s huge win over Santa Clara. Since he\'s just a junior, the recruiting process is just getting started for Montana.

  • Darren Collison Interview

    Darren Collison sits down with us at an Adidas Camp in Texas.

  • Toyota Top 5 Athletes in the 2009 Class

    In this week\'s Toyota Top 5, we count down the top multi-position athletes in the nation. At the top of our list is Patrick Hall from St. Bonaventure High School in Ventura, California. Next season, Hall will play at Southern Cal.

  • Legend Reggie Bush

    If you look back at Reggie Bush\'s highlights from San Diego\'s Helix High School, you knew that he would some day be a star. We take a look at some of Bush\'s best runs from Helix, and tell you about his path to stardom with the New Orleans Saints.

  • Meet Patrick Hall

    Every great team needs a great \"team player,\" and St. Bonaventure High School of Ventura, California has one of the nation\'s best in Patrick Hall. Hall is the team\'s best running back, defensive back, and special teams player. Next season, he\'s expected to only play on defense when he enrolls at nearby Southern Cal.

  • Meet Manti Te'o

    Manti Te\'o is one of the top defensive players in the country. He hails from one of the top schools in Hawaii, and is considering some of the top colleges on the mainland.

  • Top 5 defensive ends

    Here is a look at the top defensive ends from the class of 2009. Devon Kennard is at the top of the list but is out with an injury for the rest of the year.

  • Top 5 Tight Ends

    Here is a list of the class of 2009\'s top tight ends. Topping our list is Morrell Presley of Carson High School from the Los Angeles Area.

  • The Danny Oh Story

    Danny Oh is one of the best baseball players on the west coast. He is at UC Berkeley, but for the past 4 years he helped lead Jackson High School of Mill Creek, Washington.

  • Meet Cierre Wood

    Cierre Wood is one of the top running backs in the country. Right now he is trying to help his high school team, Santa Clara high, win ball games in Oxnard, California. Next year though it is off to the University of Notre Dame.

  • Troy Aikman Legend

    What else can be said about Troy Aikman? He is a Dallas Cowboys legend and a NFL Hall of Fame quarterback. He talks to us about his early life and how he got to the height of his career.

  • Meet Abdul Gaddy

    Abdul Gaddy is one of the top point guards in the 2009 class. He will attend the University of Arizona next year. His re-commitment came after he de-committed to the school. But he is firm now. Despite his former teammate Avery Bradley leaving for Nevada to finish high school expect big things from Bellarmine Prep of Tacoma this season.

  • Meet Morrell Presley

    One of the top tight ends in the country is Morrell Presley of Carson High School in Los Angeles, California. We caught up with the USC bound senior to find out what he thought was in store for his senior year.

  • The Gino Simone Story

    One of the top football players in the state of Washington, Gino Simone helped Skyline High School of Sammamish take home a state title. The Seattle area has taken notice, so expect a return trip for Skyline to be bit tougher, but Gino, would not have it any other way.

  • Michigan quarterback recruiting news.

    With a new coach and a new offense, it\'s not surprising to see the University of Michigan go after new quarterbacks. Right now they have two of the best in the country verbally committed. Tate Forcier from Scripts Ranch and Shavodrick Beaver of Wichita Falls Rider are now headed to the University of Michigan.

  • A-11 Offense

    This is the newest west coast offense. And if you were an offensive lineman it\'s a dream come true.

Sports Stars of Tomorrow

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  • Basketball Legend LeBron James

    We speak with basketball legend LeBron James about his high school days in Akron, OH, and get his advice for the up-and-coming sports stars.

  • LeBron James Legend

    The legend of LeBron James is global, despite the fact that he has always called Ohio home. The Cleveland Cavs made LeBron the first overall pick in the draft, and he has proved to be worthy of that and more.

  • Chris Paul Legend

    When he was a senior in high school, Paul\'s grandfather was murdered at the age of 61. The next night, Paul set out to score a point for every year his grandfather was alive. But the legend didn\'t stop there. Now he is one of the premier point guards in the NBA playing for the New Orleans Hornets.

  • Fred Lynn Legend

    Fred Lynn was the first Major League Baseball player to win the Rookie of the Year and MVP award in the same season. The former Boston Red Sox outfielder can still be seen on the Diamond, now at charity events, like this one in Dallas, Texas.

  • Legend - Wade Boggs

  • Ed McCafftey - Legend

    Ed McCaffrey is a Denver hero. He was the starting wide receiver on two Super Bowl-winning teams in Denver. Now, he still lives in the Mile High City and helps coach the youth stars of tomorrow.

  • Major League Baseball Legend: Frank Robinson

    We have an exclusive interview with the first ever black manager in Major League Baseball.

  • NBA Legend: Wilt Chamberlain

    Chamberlain is one of the most legendary basketball figures of all time. In this story, we take a look at his youth in Philadelphia and how he helped desegregate Lawrence, Kan. when he went to school at KU.

  • Legend - Kendrick Perkins

    Most people rightfully focused on the Boston Celtics\' big stars when they won the NBA title last summer. But Boston might not have won if it wasn\'t for reserve center Kendrick Perkins. In this story, we take a look back at the high school career of one of the Celtics\' key players.

  • Legend - Andre Ware

    In 1989 Andre Ware was recognized as the best college football player in the country taking home a Heisman to Houston.

  • Legend - George Rogers

    Saints fans remember this 1980 Heisman Trophy winnner as a big part of thier history.

  • The LaDanian Tomlinson Story

    He is the NFL\'s 2007 MVP. But he is much more than that. Find out who LT is as we look back on his life.

  • Legend of the Game: Billy Sims

    We take a look back at former Oklahoma Sooner Heisman winner Billy Sims\' days from high school, college and the NFL.

  • Ty Detmer Legend

    Ty Detmer was one of the best college quarterbacks of all time. While at BYU he set huge records most that would stand for over a decade.

  • Tim Tebow Legend

    Tim Tebow, in only his 3rd year of college, is a legend of saturday afternoon football. But before he was a Gator he was a star under the friday night lights.

  • Brian Bosworth - Legend of the Game

    \"The Boz\" was certainly one of a kind. But before all of the hype he was nothing more than a great football player.

  • Bo Jackson: Legend of the Game

    The greatest two sport athlete of all-time. Here\'s Bo Jackson\'s resume: Heisman Trophy winner. #1 pick in the NFL Draft. Pro Bowl selection. 1989 Major League Baseball All-Star Game MVP. 1993 AL Comeback Player of the Year.

  • Derrick Rose - Future NBA Star

    We first introduced you to Derrick Rose when he was a high school phenom in Chicago. Now, he\'s expected to be the next big star in the NBA.

  • Legend - Chris Bosh

    Chris Bosh is an All-Star in the NBA but before he ran the court for the Toronto Raptors he was Lincoln Tiger in Dallas, Texas

  • Legend - Tony Dorsett

    Before he was a star for the Dallas Cowboys Tony was a star in the Keystone State.

  • Legend - Mike Rozier

    Mike Rozier will go down as one of the best college running backs of all time.

  • Legend: Jeremy Bloom

    Jeremy is a true two sport star that combined skills in football and snow skiing.

  • Legend: Jennie Finch

    Jennie Finch is one of the top softball players of all time, and has the gold to prove it.

  • Legend: Eddie George

    Eddie George wass one of the top running backs in the land while he was at Ohio State.

  • Legend: Desmond Howard

    Desmond Howard was one of the most electric players in college football during his time at the University of Michigan.