Arizona high school recruiting updates: Hamilton's Quincy Adams lands with Ball State

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Hamilton's Quincy Adams gets full ride to Ball State

Quincy Adam's patience and determination paid off.

The 2022 Chandler Hamilton graduate went deep into the summer to find a college destination. Adams, a 6-foot-5 guard who made The Arizona Republic's All-Arizona basketball team last season, has signed with Division I Ball State out of Indiana.

"Coach (Michael) Lewis believes even with today's portal young talent can be developed along with the older guys to build culture," Adams said. "He came across my film, likes the way I compete and thought I'd be a good piece to add."

Adams, who moved in from Texas before his senior year in high school, became Hamilton's go-to guy, showing off great athleticism, leadership and the ability to score from all three levels.

His clutch play led Hamilton to a 43-40 win over defending 6A state champion Phoenix Sunnyslope in the quarterfinals. He helped the Huskies reach the state championship game, leading the team in scoring and rebounding.

Apollo's Ahamed Mohamed signs with West Texas A&M

Apollo senior guard Ahamed Mohamed, a 6-foot-1 point guard who was one of the state's most dynamic players, signed this week with West Texas A&M. Mohamed averaged 26.4 points and had a school-record 61 points in a game against Williams Field.

He averaged 16 points in his four-year varsity career. He made The Republic's All-Arizona team.

The NCAA Division II school won 29 games last season, losing to Black Hills State 91-77,in the South Central Regional semifinals.

"I think they landed a gem, and Ahamed found a great program," Apollo coach Jacob Marin said. "It makes perfect sense for all involved.

"He will have an opportunity to be a major factor in the rotation as a freshman. I have known this young man for a long time and there is no doubt in my mind he will put in the work and seize that opportunity."

Brophy senior Miles Nash commits to D.III school

Miles Nash, a 6-foot-1 senior point guard, announced on Sunday that he has committed to playing college basketball at Illinois Wesleyan.

The Bloomington, Illinois college is Division III.

Nash helped lead the Broncos to a 25-3 record and into the 6A state semifinals.

Illinois Wesleyan is one of the top Division III men's basketball programs in the nation. It went 24-6 last season reaching the national quarterfinals.

"Over the last three years, Miles has been a huge catalyst in our team's success," Brophy coach Matt Hooten said. "He is an elite defender, puts pressure on defenses with his ability to get in the paint, and makes his teammates better.

"Miles is also an exceptional student, and we are excited that he has an opportunity to pursue both his academic and athletic goals at Illinois Wesleyan."

-- Richard Obert

Republic POY finalist Nate Calmese commits to Lamar

Nate Calmese, a 6-foot-2 senior point guard who led Gilbert Mesquite to the 4A state title, announced Monday evening he has committed to playing college basketball at Lamar.

Lamar, which played its first season in the Western Athletic Conference, will be rejoining the Southland Conference in 2023.

"It's a great opportunity for Nate to lead a team and continue growing as a player," Mesquite coach Shawn Lynch said. "We are super excited for him."

Calmese led big schools in scoring last season, averaging 31.4 points. He made the shot of the season, if not the century, in a wild win state tournament win at defending state champion Phoenix St. Mary's, making a halfcourt steal and shot at the buzzer to win the game.

He had 34 points in the state championship win over Tucson Salpointe Catholic.

He is a finalist for The Arizona Republic Boys Basketball Player of the Year that will be announced in June at its Sports Awards Show in Tempe.

-- Richard Obert

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