“It’s gotta be the shoes!!” - Mars Blackmon

The sneaker community has some of the most loyal and passionate fans in the world. People dedicate their lives to ammassing an amazing collection of kicks. As a sneakerhead I can tell you that there is no better feeling than pulling up to an event with a crispy pair of exclusive kicks.

One of the most beautiful things about sneakers is they often come out at a fairly reasonable price point when they arrive at box price. As a result, you see people from all walks of life in some of the most amazing sneakers everyday. Over the past 15 years, you have seen love of sneakers dominate television shows, commercials and sports. From Seinfeld, to The Fresh Prince, to Lil’ Penny, it was message was clear: It’s all about what’s on your feet.

Today, we are starting our “Great Feets” article, dedicated to players we see with some of the most stylish on court sneakers. We Recently we sat down with Las Vegas Prospects guard Josh Christopher at the Nike EYBL session 4 to discuss his passion for sneakers, his top 3 sneakers all time, what sneakers are currently in his rotation on the court and more. --Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop

Some things in the basketball world are undeniable. N’Faly Dante, is one of those things.

Upon watching this kid play, anyone who has been involved in the game for a long time can tell that N’Faly is an otherworldly talent. Offensively, N’Faly can unleash a wide array of moves that often leaves his defender befuddled. Defensively, Dante has a non-stop motor. He controls the paint by blocking or altering every shot that comes his way. The scary part about N’Faly is that he’s in the class of 2020. This kid is just scraping the surface in regards to his skills. Dante is only getting better.

Recently we sat down with N’Faly to discuss playing on the Mokan Elite, His experience at Basketball Without Borders, his favorite tournament this year at Sunrise Christian and more. -By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter.

Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort. - Paul J. Meyer

At 6’10, Cliff Omoruyi has the type of size that gets your attention. His hustle and grit is the thing that keeps your attention. Big Cliff is always communicating on the floor. His constant pointing and willingness to rotate and help uplifts his team. Big Cliff loves to rebound. It’s clear he takes proide in dominating the glass. He’s willing to hit the ground for loose balls to give his team extra possessions. Cliff can make your team better without shooting a shot.

Recently we sat down with NY Lightning center Cliff Omoruyi to discuss playing on the Nike EYBL, his relationship with his high school coach, one key thing the school recruiting him must have and more. -Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop on Twitter and Instagram

As long as I can remember, I had a ball in my hand. Shooting a ball in a fisher price hoop. When I was a little kid, I would ask my dad to stay up late with me and shoot the ball at night. In the mornings I would ask him to do the same, and he never complained. When I was in 3rd grade I started playing a bit more of organized ball in a sense. I was attached to the game.

“I don't want to be a point guard, or a two-guard, I want people to think of me as "creative", I just want to create on the court.”  - “The Answer," b.k.a. “Bubba Chuck.”

The point guard, or the floor general, is essential to a team's success. A great point guard controls the pace of the game and the emotional swings of his team. Great point guards have mastered the art of communication. In a limited period of time, they can relay a message with very few words. They read emotions and react. They utilize dead ball situations and timeouts to seek tutelage and make adjustments. As they go, so shall the team .

Today, we are starting a new feature series titled, "The Floor General." During the series we will link with countless point guards to pick their brains and see what makes today's point guard tick. First up is Oak Hill and Team Final point guard Lynn Greer. --By Christian Mordi @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter.

“I don’t get too excited about shots I make because I’m supposed make them. I’m more perplexed when I don’t make it.” - Jesus Shuttlesworth.

Once an afterthought in basketball, the art of shooting has become one of the games most interesting subjects to study. From Reggie Miller, Ray Allen, Larry Bird and Stephen Curry all have different shooting mechanics in a sense but they all have been extremely effective from beyond the arc.

One thing about the art of shooting is clear though: there is a method to the madness. For those shooting savants, TheDribbleDrop has started a new feature series called “Respect The Shooter.” Each article will discuss the ins and outs of shooting.

Next up is The Family wing Mark "Rocket" Watts. The sensational shooter averaged 26.8 points, six assists, 5.5 rebounds and three steals per game. Watts also plays AAU basketball for a Nike EYBL team named The Family. Watts is one of the top 50 players in the class of 2019. 

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop

“I'm a playmaker, and I'm going to score. At the end of the day, my job is to put the ball in the basket.” -The Flash, a.k.a. Dwyane Wade

“I Get Buckets,” is a term used far too often by today’s youth. Scoring, is an art form. We have all seen players score at a torrid pace for a short period of time. The few players that can get a basket, regardless of the help defense stacked against them, are special.  The “40 Ball,” is chased by many, but attained by few.

Today we start a new feature series called “Running The Wings,” which discusses the the fine art of scoring from the wing spot (or shooting guard, small forward) on the floor. Make no mistake about it, the players in this section, get buckets.

First up is Liberty High wing Julian Strawther. The dynamic scorer plays AAU basketball on the EYBL circuit for the Las Vegas Prospects. Strawther is ranked #10 in the 2020 class in the United States. - By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter. 

“I don't want to be a point guard, or a two-guard, I want people to think of me as "creative", I just want to create on the court.”  - “The Answer," b.k.a. “Bubba Chuck.”

The point guard, or the floor general, is essential to a team's success. A great point guard controls the pace of the game and the emotional swings of his team. Great point guards have mastered the art of communication. In a limited period of time, they can relay a message with very few words. They read emotions and react. They utilize dead ball situations and timeouts to seek tutelage and make adjustments. As they go, so shall the team .

Today, we are starting a new feature series titled, "The Floor General." During the series we will link with countless point guards to pick their brains and see what makes today's point guard tick. First up is The Patrick School and New Jersey Playaz point guard Al-Amir Dawes. - by Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on Instagram and Twitter

The Commitment - by Khalif Battle, as told to Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop 

Coach Falchi at Trenton Catholic is a great guy. He means a lot to me and he really cares about me. Coach strives only for the best for his kids. I could’ve played for a powerhouse up north, but he instilled pride in building something of my own here in South Jersey in Trenton Catholic. I knew it was a great decision and the right fit because he cared about us before anything.

In basketball, much attention is paid to the players, and rightfully so. But watching a good coaching duel develop can be like watching a work of art being created in front of you.

TheDribbleDrop has always appreciated all facets of the game and will be linking with a distinguished high school basketball coaches every week to discuss the ins and outs of the game and what happens in-between the lines.

This week, A.O.T. Basketball 17u head coach and program director Omar Cooper. During our interview he discusses the rapid growth of his AAU program, his mental approach to coaching great players, his thoughts on the basketball climate in regards to players from New Jersey and more .

By Christian Mordi / @thedribbledrop on IG and Twitter