Over weekend Drive Academy from Finland came 2 the Hoop Group’s Summer Jam Fest/They brought 6’9 ‘29 Joseph Tala/It took about 5 minutes 4 coaches 2 start realizing they were looking at a Top 20 player in the ‘29 class/High Motor/Explosive/Finishes/Never miss a Hoop Group event

The Next Great Prospect out of a loaded @Driveacademy_ program: 29’ W Joseph Tala. 🤯 The stud 6’10” wing is advanced beyond his year. Playing at the 17U Level, he just went nuclear against SECC All-Stars. Future High Major Player💯

Sunday Standouts from Summer Jam Fest👀🔥 Jiby Ouedraogo Tyler Moss Steven Irons Allan Eagles Rico Goushi Monte Douglass Aiden Noblecilla Tommy McKee Nathan Schanbacher (@TeamWildcat_) Brody Bauman 📷 (@TeamWildcat_) Adam Ikamba 📷 (@TeamWildcat_) Nyeire Farlow Kyler Pickron Rah’kiy Mason Sabir Lyn Jalyn Hopkins JJ Martinez Charles Tutwiler Sekou Kabba Peter Kumar Tristan Dehner Seth Gaye Jared Dolimpio Carter Fuhsa Kieran Quinn 📷 (@gspanthershs) Rocco Loomis 📷 (@gspanthershs) Asaan Wallace Kyle Dixon 📷 (@EliteMarston_) Karell Brown JJ Osinski Daniel Smalls Raymond Wicks O’Neal Allotey Joseph Tala 📷 (@Driveacademy_) Ean McLaughlin Francesco Franchi Johnson Kennedy Aaron Feath Darren MaGlocky Carson Cook Braylen Bell Jaden Amoah Pierce Blackwell Nick Treue Zaier Henry Owen Kovacs Sean Breslin Daniel Pelligrini Finn Reckner Isiah Hickman Andreas Donas Taki Mason Christian Hubbard Brandon Blitz Jacquinot Foguing Antonio Tirado Max Sheth

We connected with 2010-born 🇫🇮 forward Joseph Tala at @TarkClassic in Vegas and discussed his 🏀 journey, family background, favorite players to watch, experience at the #FIBAU16EuroBasket this past summer, and more. 🎥 Q&A coming 🔜

We spoke with 2006-born 🇫🇮 wing Aaron Ekwere at @TarkClassic in Vegas and talked about emulating @russwest44, differences between the European and American game, the latest with his recruitment, and more. 🎥 Q&A coming 🔜

We sat down with 2010-born 🇫🇮 guard Luca Bah at @TarkClassic in Vegas and discussed the opportunity to attend @driveacademy_, the toughest matchups he faced at the event, his favorite snack, and more. 🎥 Q&A coming 🔜

6'6 Aaron Ekwere repped Finland well for Drive Academy at @TarkClassic.Big time athlete who can defend ton of spots,is quick straight line driver,and is presence as both finisher/protector once at the rim. Still wide open recruitment. More on @Ballislife ballislife.com/news/high-sch…

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Bucky McMillan and Texas A&M basketball have added Eemil Martinez from Finland to their roster 👍 The 5’10” guard most recently played for Drive Academy in Finland, and the club is connected to A&M F/C Federiko Federiko 🏀 @EemilMartinez

SIGNED! ✍🏽 Congratulations to @EemilMartinez on his commitment to Texas A&M. Ready to work! #GigEm #TAA

Pro Insight Player Spotlight 🔦 👤  Joseph Tala (2010 🇫🇮) 🏀 @Driveacademy_ 📌 #U16EuroBasket 💡Productive outing, despite the close L. While still growing into his body, he displayed a great athletic foundation, finishing at the rim with authority, while also showing fun shot-making chops from the outside. Defensively, he stood out with his versatility, guarding multiple positions, while making a big impact on the glass

Uncommitted 2026 prospect Aaron Ekwere (@AaronEkwere) DID IT ALL for Team Finland 🇫🇮 today vs Belgium 🇧🇪 . (Holds offers from Texas A&M, Utah, South Carolina, NC State +4 more) (Highlights) 26 Points (8/15 FG | 9/12 FT) 9 Rebounds (3 Offensive) 5 Assists 3 Steals 32 Efficiency

Locked in for @OTRHoops #Power24 To all college coaches, writers, and media We’re bringing a roster full of high character prospects who play the right way unselfish, tough, and locked in on both ends of the floor. Swipe for our full schedule and roster. @Relentless_Hoop

6’7 SG Nantti Ruuhilahti 🏀 #23 2027 @NRuuhilahti @Driveacademy_

OFFICIAL: The Aggie Family grows! ✍️ Welcome to the squad, Abdullah 🐴 #GoAgs

All glory to god! #graduated #ClassOf2025

SIGNED! Congratulations to @madzou_brunel on his commitment to Washington State. Ready to work! #GoCougs 🔴⚪️ #TAA