Blue Collar Gem
Welcome to our Blue Collar Gem feature! Each week, we showcase outstanding athletes who have demonstrated the true meaning of being a Blue Collar Gem. These players contribute significantly to their team's success through skills such as rebounding, defense, passing, and leadership, even if they may not be the primary scorers. They are valued for their ability to impact the game in multiple ways beyond just scoring.
How It Works:
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Nomination Period: At the beginning of each week, we open the floor for nominations. Coaches, teammates, fans, and sports enthusiasts can nominate deserving players who have shone in recent competitions or demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship.
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Voting: Once the nominations are in, it's time for the community to vote! Visit my Twitter (X) and cast your vote for the player you believe deserves to be crowned Blue Collar Gem. Spread the word on social media to rally support for your favorite athlete.
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Winner Announcement: At the end of the week, the votes are tallied, and the winner is announced. The chosen player receives recognition, a featured story on our website, and, of course, the title of Blue Collar Gem!
All Blue Collar Gem vote polls will be pinned to my Twitter(X)
Nominate a Blue Collar Gem below.
Deep range with consistency!
Gavin Green
@gavin_greenn
5’9, 140lb, Class of 2027
Covenant Prep, TX
Gavin Green came out blazing in the win over Awty, turning the game into his personal showcase of speed, pressure, and sharp decision making. He ripped through the defense for 18 points, rained in 4 threes with confidence, and kept the offense humming with 7 sweet dimes that punished every rotation. On the other end, he was a disruptor, swiping 4 steals by reading passing lanes and attacking the ball with relentless energy.
Every possession he touched shifted the momentum. Gavin scored when space opened, created when defenders overplayed, and set the tone from start to finish in a performance that proved he can control a game in multiple ways.
https://x.com/AllNOneSports1/status/1994119019356635497?s=20
Charlie Taubenheim
@crtaubenheim
6’6” ,190 lb, Class of 2026
Oak Ridge HS, TN
Charlie showed out in the tough loss to Cookeville, scoring 18 points with a mix of deep shooting and fearless attacks off the bounce. His motor never slowed as he grabbed 7 rebounds, battling for every board, and added 4 sweet dimes that kept the offense moving. Even in defeat, his energy, versatility, and all around impact jumped off the floor, offering plenty of excitement for what he’s about to bring the rest of the season.
KadenGasbarro
@GasbarroKa33434
6’0 ,150 lbs, Class of 2026
Pigeon Forge HS, TN
Kaden Gasbarro opened the season with the kind of poised, high energy performance that defines him. In a tight 61-60 win over Morristown West, he filled the stat sheet with 14 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals by controlling the pace, attacking lanes with confidence, and making smart reads that created high quality shots for his teammates. His defensive motor showed up early, jumping passing lanes and turning pressure into momentum plays.
https://x.com/GasbarroKa33434/status/1992713872038638068?s=20
Andrea Gomez
@andres_gomez8_
6’2, 170lbs, Class of 2026
Kinkaid HS, TX
Andres came out blazing and stamped his fingerprints on every inch of this game. He scored 17 points with a smooth, confident rhythm, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. When the ball came off the rim, he gobbled them up with force, 9 hard earned rebounds that sparked extra possessions. His vision was on full display as he carved up the defense for 8 dazzling dimes, threading passes in tight windows and setting teammates up in stride.
This was a statement night from a guard who controlled the flow, dictated matchups, and fueled Kinkaid from start to finish.
https://x.com/AllNOneSports1/status/1991295498712498218?s=20
Myles Howard
@myles_howard10
6’3, 170 ibs, Class of 2028
Christian Academy of Louisville, KY
Miles put on a clinic at the KOB Jamboree, stuffing the stat sheet with the kind of all around impact that jumps off the floor. He controlled the pace with sharp playmaking, attacked the lane with purpose, and stepped into big moments with confidence. His energy never slowed, winning key possessions with tough rebounds and putting his body on the line to take a charge that shifted momentum.
He wrapped the game with 15 points, 8 assists, 7 rebounds, 1 steal, and a drawn charge, delivering a polished, versatile performance that showed why eyes are starting to lock in on him. Miles was active, dynamic, and everywhere he needed to be.
https://x.com/myles_howard10/status/1990251064780882099?s=20
Guy Turner
@guy_turner2
6’3 , 190lbs, Class of 2027
Paris High School, KY
Guy delivered one of the most stunning performances of the Kentucky season, guiding Paris to a jaw dropping 14 to 10 upset over defending state champion Sayre in a game nobody believed they could win. Paris was picked to lose 42 to 14, but Guy turned that prediction into fuel and flipped the entire script with grit, poise, and fearless playmaking.
He controlled the game with sharp decision making, going 9 for 15 for 107 yards through the air while adding 37 tough rushing yards that kept drives alive. When Paris needed a spark, he became the answer, punching in two powerful rushing touchdowns that broke Sayre’s rhythm and swung momentum straight into Paris’ hands.
Guy walked into a matchup stacked against him and walked out sending shockwaves through Kentucky. A statement win. A fearless performance. An upset that will be talked about for a long time.
Joran White
@j24white
5’9, 139 lbs|, Class of 2028
Dulles HS, TX
Jordan came out against Kempner HS with pure confidence and control, showing exactly how he builds a stat line that jumps off the page. He spaced the floor with four smooth threes, used his patience and handle to create clean looks, and mixed in a sharp floater and midrange touch to keep the defense off balance. His activity never slowed. Quick hands turned loose balls into steals, and his effort on the glass helped extend possessions.
He closed the night with 20 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, 2 steals, and 4 threes, delivering a complete, high level performance that showed skill, poise, and nonstop work ethic. Jordan continues to look like a rising gem.
https://x.com/NXTLevelSN/status/1990097186432962848?s=20
Evan Bhatia
@Evan_Bhatia
6’0, 160lbs, Class of 2027
George Bush HS, TX
Evan lit up Langham Creek with nonstop energy and a full three level scoring display. He attacked the rim, rained shots from everywhere, and stayed active on every possession while controlling the boards with strength and purpose.
He wrapped the night with 18 points and 7 rebounds, delivering a sharp, high impact performance that set the tone from start to finish.
https://x.com/AllNOneSports1/status/1989901627390603409?s=20
Max Meagher
@Maxmeagher6
6’7, 210’lbs, Class of 2026
Lexington Catholic HS, KY
Max opened the season like a man on a mission. The Lexington Catholic senior brought fierce, blue collar energy from the jump, battling for every rebound and finishing everything inside. With a nonstop motor and pure competitive fire, Max powered his way to a smooth double double of 16 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 1 block.
He controlled both ends, hunting extra possessions on offense and shutting down momentum on defense. Simon Kenton felt his presence all night as he contested shots, disrupted lanes, and anchored the paint in a dominant 60 - 31 win.
Max was relentless, reliable, and ready. The kind of workhorse who empties the tank and changes the pace the moment he steps on the floor.