We go 20 deep from five separate regions of the nation in our final Top 20 Regional Rankings.… ...
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FINAL 2018-19 Top 20 Regional Rankings!
We go 20 deep in five separate regions in our final Top 20 Regional Rankings. We rank 100 teams and nobody ranks as many teams as Ballislife.com. Final No. 1 teams are Ranney School (East), IMG...
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FINAL 2018-19 FAB 50: IMG Academy Is No. 1!
By virtue of defeating three teams ranked in the top ten at GEICO Nationals, including previous No. 1 La Lumiere (Ind.), IMG Academy (Fla.) moves up three spots to finish as the top-ranked team in the...
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IMG Academy Wins First-Ever GEICO Nationals Crown!
FAB 50 No. 4 IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.) put pressure on top-ranked La Lumiere to play from behind and never let its foot off the gas, winning 66-55 to hand the Lakers their first loss of the...
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Read MoreIMG Academy Wins First-Ever GEICO Nationals Crown!
GEICO Nationals: IMG w/CRAZY Comeback & La Lumiere SURVIVES!
The 2019 GEICO Nationals championship game is set and it will be FAB 50 No. 4 IMG Academy taking on No. 1 La Lumiere on Saturday at 12:30 pm ET (ESPN)....
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Read MoreGEICO Nationals: IMG w/CRAZY Comeback & La Lumiere SURVIVES!
GEICO Nationals Semifinals are FIRE!
The semifinals are set for GEICO Nationals in New York, as the favorites in all four games won… ...
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Read MoreGEICO Nationals Semifinals are FIRE!
NEW FAB 50: GEICO Nationals Closes Race!
Only eight teams are still playing and all will be in New York City for GEICO Nationals, April 4-6 on the ESPN family of networks. Top seeded and FAB 50 No. 1 La Lumiere (Ind.) has a tough first game...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: GEICO Nationals Closes Race!
Cole Anthony, Isaiah Stewart 1-2 In POY Race!
Cole Anthony of Oak Hill Academy (Va.) is the top vote-getter in the latest Mr. Basketball USA Tracker. Anthony heads to GEICO Nationals this week, as does Isaiah Stewart of FAB 50 No. 1 la Lumiere...
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Read MoreCole Anthony, Isaiah Stewart 1-2 In POY Race!
March is MADNESS! Podcast Goes In On Craziness!
In episode No. 17 of our In The Paint Show, we break down the MADNESS that happened off the court, as teams advanced to the Sweet 16 of the Big Dance. Ron and Dev go in on the Big Baller Brand breakup...
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Read MoreMarch is MADNESS! Podcast Goes In On Craziness!
Chipotle Nationals: All-Time Event Records
GEICO Nationals is set for April 4 - 6 in New York City. Eight FAB 50 teams in the Top 25 will participate. Ballislife.com presents the event's record book through its first 10 years....
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NEW FAB 50: 3 State Champs Enter Rankings!
All state playoff games are in the books with GEICO Nationals the only games remaining for the 2018-19 season. State champs moving up in this week's FAB 50 are Moeller (Cincinnati, Ohio), Carmel...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: 3 State Champs Enter Rankings!
March Madness: Podcast Goes In On What To Watch!
In episode No. 16 of our In The Paint Show, Devin Ugland and guest host Matt Kovach break down the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament and go in on the state of junior college basketball....
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Read MoreMarch Madness: Podcast Goes In On What To Watch!
GEICO Nationals BREAKDOWN: What Happens Now?
FAB 50 No. 2 McEachern (Powder Springs, Ga.) season is complete at 32-0, as it was announced last Friday the Indians will not participate in GEICO Nationals. What does this mean for the tournament?...
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Read MoreGEICO Nationals BREAKDOWN: What Happens Now?
NEW FAB 50: Big GEICO Shakeup!
More state champions crowned over the weekend and there are still seven FAB 50 ranked teams looking to capture state tiles this week! No. 2 McEachern (Powder Springs, Ga.) will no longer play at...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: Big GEICO Shakeup!
2018-19 CIF Season Recap: Podcast Goes IN!
In episode No. 15 of our "In The Paint Show," hosts Ronnie Flores and Devin Ugland update the FAB 50 and give a quick breakdown of GEICO Nationals, the McEachern (Ga.) situation and go in on the just...
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Read More2018-19 CIF Season Recap: Podcast Goes IN!
NEW FAB 50: GIECO Nationals Field ANNOUNCED!
No. 2 McEachern (Powder Springs, Ga.) secured its invite to GEICO Nationals in New York by winning the GHSA Class AAAAAAA title. The GEICO Nationals field has been announced and the event has its best...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: GIECO Nationals Field ANNOUNCED!
CIF Breakdown & Predictions: Podcast Goes IN!
In episode No. 14 of our "In The Paint Show," hosts Ronnie Flores and Devin Ugland break down the NorCal and SoCal regional playoffs and preview this weekend's CIF state championships at Golden One...
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Read MoreCIF Breakdown & Predictions: Podcast Goes IN!
SHOCKING Upsets Shake Up NEW FAB 50!
With states in the thick of their playoffs, two stunning upsets out West shake up the FAB 50. Just like there's a fine line between winning and losing in the post-season, there is also a fine line...
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Read MoreSHOCKING Upsets Shake Up NEW FAB 50!
PROS and CONS of Lowering NBA’s Age Limit: Podcast Goes HARD!
In episode No. 13 of our "In The Paint Show," hosts Ronnie Flores and Devin Ugland offered predictions for the NorCal and SoCal regional championships. Were they on the money for first round games,...
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Read MorePROS and CONS of Lowering NBA’s Age Limit: Podcast Goes HARD!
NEW FAB 50: Win or GO HOME Season!
Sectional and regional playoffs are wrapping up, and as state tournaments tip-off all around the country, some highly-regarded teams will see their season come to an end in the next week or two. The...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: Win or GO HOME Season!
2019 a WEAK Class? Playoff Predictions! Podcast Goes HARD!
In episode No. 12 of our "In The Paint Show," Ron and Devin break down and predict the upcoming CIFSS championship games and recap NBA All-Star Weekend. Is the NBA ASG in need of an overhaul? The...
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Read More2019 a WEAK Class? Playoff Predictions! Podcast Goes HARD!
NEW FAB 50: CRAZY Movement + 6 Newcomers!
Plenty of movement in the latest FAB 50 National Rankings, plus six newcomers this week led by Teas Valley Christian Prep (Scott Depot, W. Va.), which recorded a big win over FAB 50 power Oak Hill...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: CRAZY Movement + 6 Newcomers!
Cole Anthony, Evan Mobley Lead Pack in WIDE OPEN POY Race!
Cole Anthony of Oak Hill Academy (VA) and Evan Mobley of Rancho Christian (CA) tie for lead in latest Mr. Basketball USA Tracker in the most wide open national POY race of recent memory. Will an...
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Read MoreCole Anthony, Evan Mobley Lead Pack in WIDE OPEN POY Race!
Do STATS and WINNING Matter for Elites? Podcast Goes HARD!
In episode No. 11 of our "In The Paint Show," Ron and Devin go in on the NBA All-Star Game format and talk about the leading candidates for high school national player of the year? Does the Mr....
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Read MoreDo STATS and WINNING Matter for Elites? Podcast Goes HARD!
NEW FAB 50: It’s PLAYOFF Time! “Just Win, BABY!”
Unbeaten teams continue to get a major push upward in the FAB 50 Rankings, none more than 27-0 Salesian (Richmond, Calif.), who is ranked No. 1 in California for the first time in school history...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: It’s PLAYOFF Time! “Just Win, BABY!”
2019 Ballislife All-American Game Set For May 4!
The 2019 Ballislife All-American Game presented by Eastbay will take place on Saturday, May 4, at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach, Calif. ...
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Read More2019 Ballislife All-American Game Set For May 4!
WTF Are Lakers-Pelicans DOING?! “In The Paint” Podcast GOES IN!
In episode No. 10 of our "In The Paint Show," Ron and Devin go in on the ongoing saga surrounding the Pelicans-Lakers trade talks. Did both parties screw up? They also talk Brady-Jordan and six rings...
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Read MoreWTF Are Lakers-Pelicans DOING?! “In The Paint” Podcast GOES IN!
NEW FAB 50: Shake Up In Top 10!
FAB 50 No. 1 La Lumiere of Indiana had a real scare last week, but the Lakers hold on to the top spot in the FAB 50 as they eye the No. 1 seed at GEICO Nationals. There is movement in the Top 10 that...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: Shake Up In Top 10!
The Brow On the Move SOON? NBA Trades Gone Wild!
In episode No. 9 of our "In The Paint Show," Ron and Dev go in on the Anthony Davis saga, as things are happening so fast the fellas can hardly keep up! Listen in now before The Brow gets traded! They...
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Read MoreThe Brow On the Move SOON? NBA Trades Gone Wild!
UPDATED FAB 50: Title Contenders STEP UP!
As the playoffs near, the real contenders for the mythical FAB 50 national championship are beginning to separate… ...
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Read MoreUPDATED FAB 50: Title Contenders STEP UP!
Mcdonald’s Rosters OUT, “In The Paint” Podcast GOES IN!
In episode No. 8 of our "In The Paint Show," Ronnie and Devin go in on the selection process for the McDonald's All-American Game, talk snubs and what it means that three selections come from one...
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Read MoreMcdonald’s Rosters OUT, “In The Paint” Podcast GOES IN!
NEW FAB 50: SPECIAL MLK Edition!
After MLK weekend, it always takes us a bit longer to get out our new FAB 50! No. 1 La Lumiere and No. 2 McEachern remain unbeaten, but MLK results from around the country meant massive changes to the...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: SPECIAL MLK Edition!
Going IN on June Live Events: “In The Paint” Podcast 7th Episode!
In episode No. 7 of our "In The Paint Show," Ronnie and Devin go in on the controversial NFHS-sanctioned June Live period "scholastic" events with two special guests: long-time Greensboro Day...
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Read MoreGoing IN on June Live Events: “In The Paint” Podcast 7th Episode!
NEW FAB 50: Top Teams Roll Into MLK Weekend!
Two consistent themes come into play in this week's FAB 50 National Team Rankings powered by Ballislife.com, as we don't just drop teams out of sight that play tough schedules and reward teams that...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: Top Teams Roll Into MLK Weekend!
Talking Big-Time #HSBB: “In The Paint” Podcast 6th Episode!
In episode No. 6 of our "In The Paint Show," Ronnie and Devin talk NCAA amateur athletics in light of rapid coaching changes. Special guest Grant Rice of Bishop Gorman (Nev.) talks big-time high...
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Read MoreTalking Big-Time #HSBB: “In The Paint” Podcast 6th Episode!
UPDATED FAB 50: McEachern Keeps Pace W/ La Lu!
La Lumiere of Indiana beat Montverde Academy of Florida for the second time this season to keep its firm grip on the top spot in the FAB 50, while No. 2 McEachern of Georgia gutted out a rematch...
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Read MoreUPDATED FAB 50: McEachern Keeps Pace W/ La Lu!
Talking Holiday Hoops: “In The Paint” Podcast 5th Episode!
In episode No. 5 of our "In The Paint Show," Ronnie and Devin break down the recent recent holiday tournaments around the country. Special guest Steve Baik of L.A. Fairfax also talks UCLA, his team's...
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Read MoreTalking Holiday Hoops: “In The Paint” Podcast 5th Episode!
What’s Next For UCLA?: “In The Paint” Podcast 4th Episode!
In our newest "In The Paint Show," hosts Ronnie Flores and Devin Ugland go hard on the recent firing of UCLA coach Steve Alford, the top candidates to replace him, the factors leading to the...
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Read MoreWhat’s Next For UCLA?: “In The Paint” Podcast 4th Episode!
Talking Melo Ball: “In The Paint” Podcast 3rd Episode!
In the third episode of our all-new "In The Paint Show," hosts Ronnie Flores and Devin Ugland discuss LaMelo Ball. Does the youngest Ball brother have what it takes to join Lonzo in the NBA?...
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Read MoreTalking Melo Ball: “In The Paint” Podcast 3rd Episode!
NEW FAB 50: There is a NEW No. 1 For NEW Year’s!
After all the teams returned home for New Year's and the results came in, we have a new pecking order at the top of the FAB 50. So who is No. 1, La Lumiere of Indiana or McEachern of Georgia? We...
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Read MoreNEW FAB 50: There is a NEW No. 1 For NEW Year’s!