It was a slam-dunk success for local hoops fans as Hamady High School hosted the inaugural Mid Michigan I-75 Hardwood Classic. The two-day showcase, founded and organized by Hamady alum and former international pro Roy Jackson, Jr., invited top high school talent from Genesee and Saginaw Counties for a North vs. South All-Star showdown.
More than an exhibition, the Dreamz Two Reality High School All-American Games were a celebration of hard work, athletic excellence and future potential. Jackson, who runs Dreamz Two Reality Basketball LLC, has helped student-athletes earn athletic scholarships since 2018, and this showcase put his mission on full display.
Handpicked for their outstanding seasons and leadership on the court, the rising stars and college-bound players represented ten schools: Hamady, Bentley, Goodrich, International Academy, Carman-Ainsworth, Lake Fenton, Powers Catholic, Grand Blanc, Mt. Morris and Saginaw United.
The teams were coached by respected local figures: Demarkus Jackson and Assistant Tyiwan Eason led the North, while Charlie Harris and Assistant Shaquille Smith guided the South squad. With over 250 spectators in attendance – incuding nine community colege coaches – the gym was electric.
The May 3 matchup saw the DTRB North All-Americans take the win in a high-scoring thriller, 174-161. Of the 15 athletes who took the court, 11 have already signed Division I scholarships, a testament to the elite level of talent on display.
Standout performers included Brent Wofford (South) who dropped 30 points, and Keshawn Fisher, a University of Detroit Mercy signee, who broke records with a staggering 60-point performance – earning both players MVP honors.
Dreamz Two Reality has more in store for young athletes looking to shine. Hamady will host the Back Two School Basketball Camp on August 16 and on December 6, the Basketball Tip Off Classic. For details, contact DreamzTwoRealityBasketball@gmail.com.
