Los Angeles Times 1987 ALL-STARS : South Coast Boy Stars Include 6 Repeaters, 4 With College Tickets

The Times’ All-South Coast boys basketball team is a well-rounded group of players and one of the strongest in recent years.

“A very good team with some excellent athletes,” said Don Mead, head of an Irvine-based scouting service.”

Six of the players made the team last year--five as juniors and one, Darrick Martin of St. Anthony, as a sophomore. Martin, said Mead, is “probably the best junior point guard in California and one of the better ones in the country.”

Four of the players have already earned Division I scholarships--Ronnie Coleman of Dominguez and Duane Cooper of Lakewood, who will go to USC; Don Brotz of Wilson, who will play at Northwestern, and Tony Farmer of Artesia, who signed with San Jose State.

Repeaters on the team are Martin, Coleman, Cooper, Brotz, Adrian Jackson of Lynwood and Shawn Williams of Millikan.

The 10 selections:

Trent Allen, Centennial--A 5-10, 150-pound senior shooting guard, Allen averaged 19.7 points and 8 assists to lead the Apaches to a 19-7 season. Centennial Coach Willie Emanuel praised Allen for his defense, ball handling and attitude.

Don Brotz, Wilson--The 6-5, 190-pound Brotz, who goes all out at all times on the floor, was the player of the year in the Moore League and signed to play with Northwestern University of the Big 10. Northwestern Coach Bill Foster was impressed by Brotz’s shooting (he averaged 21 points a game) and his school work (3.5 grade point average).

Ronnie Coleman, Dominguez--The USC-bound 6-6, 195-pound senior “had the best year of any player I’ve ever had in terms of doing what he was supposed to do,” said Dons Coach Ernie Carr. Coleman was the cornerstone of the Dons’ 22-5 season, averaging 22.7 points and 12.5 rebounds. “A coach’s dream in terms of attitude,” Carr said.

Duane Cooper, Lakewood--”He probably could have started for USC this season,” said Sweeney of the 6-1, 170-pound guard who will join the Trojans next season. A three-year starter, Cooper shot 55% from the field, averaged 19 points and 6 rebounds and also had 118 assists. Sweeney said he keeps a list of all-time Lakewood leaders in 13 statistical categories and that Cooper is in the top 10 of 11 of them.

Tony Farmer, Artesia--This 6-7, 200-pound senior with huge hands could play inside or outside. He averaged 22.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 4 assists, figures that impressed San Jose State so much that they signed him.

Adrian Jackson, Lynwood--An excellent athlete who can score a lot despite not being a great shooter, Jackson averaged 16.8 points in Lynwood’s control game and led the Knights to a 22-6 record and the playoff semifinals. The 6-1, 170-pound senior is considering New Mexico State and Loyola Marymount.

Ken Jarvis, Millikan--”One of the best all-around players I’ve ever had,” said veteran Coach Bill Odell of Jarvis. A combination of strength and finesse, this 6-4, 205-pound senior averaged 15.9 points and 9 rebounds. Odell used Jarvis at small forward and point guard, taking advantage of his ball handling skills.

Darrick Martin, St. Anthony--The 6-0, 150-pound junior set the Long Beach regular-season scoring record with 724 points. He averaged 30.6 points on the season and 36.6 in Camino Real League games. He scored 75 points in two playoff games. Considered one of the top point guards in the country, Martin is also known for his flashy passing, which resulted in 10 assists a game. “Even at practice he always has some tricks,” said Saints Coach Tom Roanhaus. Adding to his appeal is a 3.4 grade-point average.

Milton Robinson, Lakewood--He improved his outside shooting greatly and hit 58% from the field and averaged 15 points for the Lancers. He also blocked 40 shots and impressed Coach Tim Sweeney with his leadership. A 6-6, 195-pound senior, the hard-working Robinson probably will play Division II or junior college basketball. “The best big man in the (Moore) League,” said Sweeney.

Shawn Williams, Millikan--Known for his quick, explosive jump shot, the 6-3 1/2, 190-pound senior forward averaged 16.7 points and 7.5 rebounds a game for the Rams and made the All-South Coast team for the second consecutive year. He shot better than 50% from the field. Like his teammate Jarvis, Williams has great athletic ability.

The all-star boys and girls teams, each consisting of 10 members, their coaches and parents will be guests of the Times at 9 a.m. Sunday at the annual Times High School Basketball Awards Brunch where all-star teams from 10 circulation areas will be honored at the Anaheim Hilton. The featured Speaker will be first-year USC Coach George Raveling. The players and coaches of the year from each area will be announced.

The teams were chosen on the basis of a poll of area coaches, who are asked to fill out ballots nominating their own players and opponents, plus the observations of college scouts and sportswriters. Each player will receive the traditional Times golden basketball plaque and award certificate.

BOYS PREP TEAM

Name School Year Position Height Average Tony Farmer Artesia Senior Center 6-7 22.6 Trent Allen Centennial Senior Guard 5-10 19.7 Ronnie Coleman Dominguez Senior Forward 6-6 22.7 Duane Cooper Lakewood Senior Guard 6-1 19.0 Milton Robinson Lakewood Senior Center 6-6 14.0 Adrian Jackson Lynwood Senior Guard 6-2 16.8 Shawn Williams Millikan Senior Forward 6-3 1/2 16.7 Ken Jarvis Millikan Senior Forward 6-4 15.9 Darrick Martin St. Anthony Junior Guard 6-0 31.6 Don Brotz Wilson Senior Forward 6-5 21.0

Name Reb. Avg. Tony Farmer 9.8 Trent Allen 2.0 Ronnie Coleman 12.5 Duane Cooper 6.0 Milton Robinson 7.0 Adrian Jackson 2.0 Shawn Williams 7.5 Ken Jarvis 9.0 Darrick Martin 3.0 Don Brotz 8.2