Tom Konchalski
HSBI Report
3/27/07
“ That was a needle to the heart right there “, Wadleigh coach Mike Crump said. “ We were hoping to bang the big man down low and make them shoot from the outside and than Jones goes out and hits some threes. I was like- what the heck is going on here ? He took the air right out of our strategy"
Mike Crump- Wadleigh High School Coach
Riverbank State Park Christmas Tournament
12/17/06
“ Kevin Jones could have taken a few steps toward the basket for a higher percentage shot or ,maybe even to draw contact. But considering how the fourth quarter had gone for Mount Vernon’s star junior to that point, he figured it didn’t make a difference. With his feet barely on the 3 point line, Jones nailed a long-range jumper with 23.1 seconds remaining, as Mount Vernon rallied from 14 points down to stun Section 9’s Newburgh 58-56 in last nights class AA state regional final at Sunny New Paltz. A sell-out crowd watched one of the most memorable BIG GAME performances during this Mount Vernon dynasty. Jones scored 13 of his game high 26 points in the fourth quarter, shooting 5 for 7 in the period, to keep the Knights on track for their third state title in four seasons.”
Kevin Devaney, Jr.
The Journal News
3/10/07
“Wherever I got the ball. I knew that’s where I was going to shoot it, the 6-foot- 8 Jones said. I knew once it was in my hands, I was shooting it. My team didn’t have the time for me to hesitate, and it just felt so natural"
Kevin Jones- 26 points
Regional Championship Game versus Newburgh Free Academy
3/9/07
“Kentucky coach Tubby Smith flew halfway across the country to watch Knights junior Kevin Jones drop 25 points in the 113-54 win. Jones didn’t get to show his 3 point range but did grab 14 rebounds, blocked 6 shots and recorded 5 assists. And he did it all in less than 3 quarters of play. “’..the fact Tubby Smith himself found his way to New York- and to Emerson Middle school, no less- shows Kentucky is looking to get itself in the Kevin Jones Sweepstakes. When I saw Jones last weekend, he was magnificent. He was completely unstoppable in the low post and when Wadleigh went to a zone to try and beat Mt. Vernon…it was Jones who stepped out and drilled a couple of 3 pointers."
Kevin Devaney Jr.
The Journal News
12/21/06
“It was great to see Kevin and the people at his school. We love Kevin so much (and) want him to wear Kentucky Blue. I hope everyone understands how much we want and need Kevin. We definitely want Kevin here at Kentucky . I am glad I had a chance to meet you. We want Kevin."
Tubby Smith
Former Coach University of Kentucky
Present Coach University of Minnesota
Mike Hughes
SCOUT.COM- Editor and Publisher
3/22/07
“Quite often when a forward in the 6-foot-8 range has an excellent outside shot, the player will prefer to play on the perimeter. But junior Kevin Jones from Mount Vernon, New York is not afraid to mix it up inside. "I think I am more of a four though because I like to post more," says Jones…Class of 2008 prospect that is on the Indiana radar screen.“
Mike Pegram Peegs.com.and Inside Indiana
2/24/07
“Jones, however, did his typical damage to the tune of 26 points and 14 rebounds. He hit 10 of 18 shots and stepped behind the arc to hit four of six. ... Defensively, he had three blocks.“
(Comments on NJ Prime Time Shoot-out performance).
Jerry Meyers
Rivals.com Basketball Recruiting
2/11/07
"The Westchester Hawks have been one of the more successful teams on the AAU circuit over the last couple of years and now that the majority of the team is in the final go round on the national circuit, the team from New York continues to make it happen. Winners of last week's Hoop Group Providence Jam Fest, the Hawks have it rolling here in Pittsburgh. It is a team without a stand alone superstar, rather boasting a wide variety of players that get it done and play smart basketball where team basketball was stressed and each of the players valued the basketball. Kevin Jones, a 6-foot-8 power forward, is the team's most recognizable name and he played well against Salt Lake Metro. Jones scored his points with hard work around the cup but he also showed a good face up game and knocked down a handful of 15 to 18 foot jumpers."
Justin Young
Rivals.com Basketball Recruiting
4/22/07
"Kevin is an outstanding offensive player when he utilizes his unique agility. He has the ability to hit reverse layups and use his long arms to make seemingly impossible shots with bigger bodies draped on him. Louisville, Indiana, Rutgers, St. Joe's, UMASS, St. John's and Syracuse have offered...Jones is a great player to watch around the rim. He has the unique ability to go to either side of the basket on drives too...Kevin is going to have a great career on the college level. "
MIKE SULLIVAN
SCOUT.COM
5/22/07
" Kevin possesses excellent hands and strong footwork. He is nimble around the rim with a soft touch in close. He is very dangerous as a catch-and-shoot guy on the wing, having extended his shooting range beyond the arc as a junior. He's comfortable shooting from mid-range and loves the elbow areas, but this season established himself as a legitimate long-range threat. "
BRIAN TOWEY'S SCOUTING REPORT
SCOUT.COM
5/22/07
" Juice played Mt. Vernon a semifinal game in the 2007 IS8 Spring Classic. The game started off fast and never slowed down. It was like the tiny gym turned into NASCAR without any caution flags. Just when it looked like Juice would gain control late in the fourth quarter after taking a five point lead, they eventually lost control of their car and Kevin Jones was the piece of debris that caused the wreck."
" Jones, a 6-8 junior forward, scored 43 points and helped Mt. Vernon secure an 82-80 victory over Juice to move into the championship game today at IS8."
RAVI ROZIER
NY.HOOPS.COM
JUNE 3, 2007
" The title for best high school big man in New York might be up for grabs next season. Looking to take claim to that honor is Mount Vernon (NY) power forward Kevin Jones. At 6 foot 7 inches Jones wasted no time staking early claims to that when he scored 43 points against the Juice All-Stars in a semi-final game of the Nike IS-8 Tournament in New York two weeks ago. " Going out and having that kind of performance wasn't something I planned, says Jones. I got going early in the game and things took off from there." With just one season left at Mount Vernon, Jones has a long list of schools hoping for his services. His list includes Indiana, Kentucky, Louisville, St.Johns, Rutgers, Syracuse, Seton Hall and a host of others. " I don't have a clear cut favorite as of yet,, " said Jones. " I'm hoping to cut my list down to around 10 by the end of the summer and have a good decision by the time the season starts. "
MARLON GOULD
CUSECONFIDENTIAL.COM
6/8/07
" In his junior season for Mount Vernon (NY), Kevin Jones averaged 21 points, 12 rebounds and two blocks per game. The 6-8 200 pound standout's breakout year continued when he posted back to back impressive performances at the IS8 Spring High School Classic earlier this month. The talented rising senior totaled 74 points and 35 rebounds in two games, capturing first-team all-tournament honors. Jones looks to carry his momentum into next weeks NBPA Top 100 camp. " I'm very happy to be invited to that, " Jones said of the NBPA Top 100 Camp. " I am appreciative of being selected." A player with good work ethic, Jones will often wake up early in the morning to work on his basketball skills..." I am definitely working to improve my speed and quickness", Jones said. Im trying to become more of an athelete. Mostly I am working on my ball handling. Me and my brother wake up at five in the morning sometimes to work on my ball handling." Just as hard a worker in the classroom, Jones is a member of the National Honor Society. "
CHRIS HORNE
ARTICLE IN WWW.THESABRE.COM
6/11/07
JONES IMPRESSES AT RUMBLE-
"The two players who impressed me the most during the weekend were 6'2" Mike Rosario from Jersey City (St. Anthony) and 6'7" Jr. Kevin Jones Mt. Vernon (H.S) NY and, as a result, they will both move into the top 20 on our list of the Top Juniors Nationally. Jones impressed us with his toughness around the basket defensively and his ability to hit the outside shot at the offensive end. In other words, it looks like he picked up right where he left off last month in the playoffs in the IS8 Spring League."
HOOP SCOOP ONLINE
JUNE 2007
" When it comes to inside-outside forwards, Kevin Jones, is one of the better guys in the country. The 6 foot-7 New Yorker has done a great job all year proving he can be just as effective around the cup as he can as a face up shooter out to the three point line. Mix that with a great motor, long arms and a good understanding of the game and you have a college ready prospect. Jones has been consistently impressive all week. "
RIVALS.COM
JULY 11, 12007
REEBOK U FINAL REPORT - FINAL DAY STAND-OUTS-
" New York forward Kevin Jones closed out his strong camp with another important, and effective showing. The 6-foot-7 forward has really done a fine job of establishing himself as a go-to scorer and really diversifying his approach on the offensive end of the floor. Jones put up 17 points in the champiosnhip game of the event and capped things off on a high note."
JUSTIN YOUNG
RVALS.COM
JULY 11, 2007
MOUNT VERNON'S JONES LEADS TEAM TO TITLE AT RBK U
"Mount Vernon's Jones leads team to title at RBK U. Kevin Jones, a high major Division 1 prospect from Mount Vernon (N.Y.) High, scored a game-high 17 points to lead his Shaun Livingston team to a 100-81 victory over the Marvin Williams team in the championship of RBK University at Philadelphia University."
BALLERS ALL-STAR REPORT
THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE HSB NETWORK
THE HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL NETWORK
JULY 11, 2007
"Outstanding prospect, Kevin Jones, delivered 21 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to lead the Westchester Hawks to a convincing 64-48 victory over The Family from Detroit, Michigan in a pool game at the Super Showcase inside the Milk House on the grounds of Disney World. Jones, who used his long arms and shooting skills to almost perfection in the second half, helped the Hawks expand a narrow 26-19 lead after two quarters to 47-30 advantage heading into the final quarter of play. "
MIKE SULLIVAN
SCOUT.COM
JULY 25, 2007
" For Westchster (Hawks), the highlight of this one was the play of 6'8" Kevin Jones.The Mount Vernon High standout had plenty of success around the rim and finished with 27 points. He's a wiry player with a world of potential. Watching his athletic ability it's easy to see why he's got some big name programs after him. Jones continues to primarily be a Big East target and UCONN, PITT, St. John's, Syracuse and Louisville were among those in attendance."
KRISTI CHARTRAND
SCOUT.COM
JULY 27, 2007
"Kevin Jones 6'7" Westchester Hawks- from IS8 to (AAU) Nationals. Jones put up real big numbers this summer. Scoring at will he reminds me of former Blair McDonalds All-American Luol Deng. Jones list of schools are the normal who's who in big time recruitment. Jones is an inside outside player who will be killing at Mount Vernon this season..."
SUMMER RANKINGS BREAKDOWN #2- AUGUST 12, 2007
WWW.REALSCOUT.NET
"Kevin Jones and his Westchester Hawks team made long tourney runs in Orlando at the Super Showcase and AAU Nationals. We were there for both including his big battle with Greg Monroe, The #1 player in Rivals 150. Now you can catch streaming video highlights of the New York player in action and see why Indiana and other elite schools have been in long pursuit.
VIDEO STREAM AVAILABLE AT WWW.RIVALS.COM
MIKE PEEGRAM
PEEGS.COM AND INSIDE INDIANA
AUGUST 12, 2007
" On behalf of Rise Magazine and BOOST Mobile we are excited to have Kevin Jones participating in the 2nd Annual Boost Mobile Elite 24 Hoops Classic. As you already know the Elite 24 brings together the top 24 high school players in the nation to the most legendary playground setting: Rucker Park, NYC. Throughout the year we never see the best of the best on the court at one time- UNTIL NOW. The 24 best high school players. Regardless of the graduating class. Regardless of sneaker affiliation. Just the best. PERIOD !
PHIL WENDLER
DIRECTOR OF EVENTS
RISE MAGAZINE
AUGUST 15, 2007
WWW.RISEMAG.COM/ELITE24