Based by BFL Prep head coach Barry Jones, the EIBC supplies a platform that gives not simply comfort, however elite competitors for colleges all through the nation. Reasonably than touring throughout the nation to play only one or two video games, the EIBC presents packages the chance to play 4 video games in 4 days every month at one central location all through the nation. Moreover, it makes issues far simpler for gamers to get publicity from each faculty coaches and scouts, since there are greater than a dozen legit prep colleges all beneath one roof with the season culminating with the EIBC Finals.
Held in Phoenix at The Phhacility, the EIBC Finals introduced no scarcity of expertise, media, and faculty coaches to the Cactus State. Finally, Crimson Rock Academy (Las Vegas) was topped the inaugural EIBC Champions, ending the 2023-24 marketing campaign with a 24-2 file, together with a 14-0 file in EIBC play that noticed them matched up in opposition to groups with D1 expertise every outing.
All through the 16 groups, expertise was considerable, however listed below are six gamers who separated themselves from the pack with their play on the EIBC Finals:
Jevon Yapi, 6’1, PG, Crimson Rock Academy (NV), 2025Merely put, Jevon Yapi is a winner. After already having received a Nevada state title with Durango Excessive Faculty, he was the catalyst for Crimson Rock Academy’s undefeated title run within the inaugural EIBC season. The Vegas Elite guard is a severe shooter with deep vary, has legit court docket savvy, and confirmed the power to be each a playmaker in addition to a scorer. Not coincidentally, Yapi acquired a D1 provide from Excessive Level shortly after his EIBC marketing campaign and shall be a lead guard to observe this spring within the EYBL.
Arafan Diane, 7’0, C, Dynastie Prep (CAN), 2026So far as serving to themselves nationally, there wasn’t anybody who positioned themselves extra on the map nationally within the EIBC than Arafan Diane. The native of Guinea is a little bit of an old-fashioned massive man, however that doesn’t change the sheer dominance that he has on the sport. He’s unbelievable ending by means of contact with each fingers, confirmed nice contact on his jumper out to mid-range, and was a sport altering defender along with his skill to wall up. Diane shall be operating with Iowa United on the Adidas circuit and has not too long ago been ranked within the top-50 of the nationwide 2026 rankings by varied scouting companies.
Jovan Milicevic, 6’9, PF/C, Canyon Worldwide Academy (AZ), 2024Maybe essentially the most proficient offensive participant within the EIBC, Jovan Milicevic confirmed the total bag for CIA within the EIBC Finals. The Canadian massive man is a lights out shooter who creates separation along with his artful play, awkward change of tempo, and talent to make use of his body to dislodge defenders as soon as making contact. Jovan will step in as the perfect offensive menace for Richard Pitino in New Mexico’s 2024 recruiting class.
Josiah Sanders, 6’4, PG/SG, Colorado Prep (CO), 2025A reputation that has been well-known in Colorado for some time now, Josiah Sanders put himself on the nationwide radar along with his play this previous season within the EIBC. The 6-foot-4 combo guard was just about unstoppable along with his change of pace and talent to complete by means of contact, culminating along with his 37 level, 9 rebound, 7 help displaying in opposition to ABC Prep (NM). Sanders has picked up presents from Arizona State, Seattle, and San Diego along with his play over the previous few weeks within the EIBC and is carrying no scarcity of momentum into the AAU season.
Katrelle “KT” Harmon, 6’5, SG, BFL Prep (WA), 2026The very best participant within the state of Washington placed on a present as a sophomore for BFL Prep, and the expertise that he gained enjoying varsity from his center college days was evident within the EIBC. Katrelle was far more assured as a facilitator, displaying the power to affect the sport as a playmaker, whereas additionally sustaining his presence as a lethal scoring menace. Harmon completed up the yr for BFL Prep with ridiculous averages of 27.9 factors, 7.6 rebounds, and 6.9 assists whereas enjoying each backcourt spots.
Diggy Griffin, 6’5, SG/SF, Rosemary Anderson (OR), 2025It was my first time seeing Diggy Griffin, and I walked away undoubtedly realizing that he has a house on the D1 stage. The lanky wing had a downright computerized pullup off the bounce, possessed no scarcity of confidence as a scorer, and introduced positional versatility on the defensive finish.
