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RI Native Heads North

RI Native Heads North

Posted Thursday, July 25th, 2024

In the midst of the June scholastic periods, Vermont Academy and Rhode Island Elite guard Darius Lopes announced his commitment to the UMaine Black Bears.Lopes is coming off a big season with Vermont Academy where he was a big contributor to their NEPSAC AAA title.In two years with the Wildcats, Lopes was a consistent option at the guard spot, making a name for himself early on as a sophomore.In April of 2023, he received his first scholarship offer from Albany… READ MORE >

Hogans Chooses American University

Hogans Chooses American University

Posted Wednesday, July 24th, 2024

This week, 2025 guard Dean Hogans of the Hotchkiss School and 6th Boro Hoops announced his commitment to American University.Hogans has spent his high school career at the high academic prep school in Lakeville Connecticut, and has put together some notable milestones.As a freshman, he was a contributor to the 23-1 Hotchkiss squad that won both the Founders League and the NEPSAC Class A Championship.The following season, he was named a team captain, a role he has held since. His… READ MORE >

Hughes is a Terrier

Hughes is a Terrier

Posted Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024

Yesterday, Dexter Southfield and Middlesex Magic 2025 wing Sam Hughes announced his commitment to the Boston University Terriers. For Hughes, he gets to take his game to the Division One level, but gets to do so close to his hometown of Needham.For most of his high school career, he has played NEPSAC Class A ball, but prior to that he was with the Needham Rockets, where he started on varsity as a freshman. Along with current incoming NYU freshman Henry Bickford, Hughes… READ MORE >

Bangor Native Chooses Princeton

Bangor Native Chooses Princeton

Posted Monday, July 22nd, 2024

In June, St. Paul’s and Middlesex Magic 2025 wing Landon Clark announced his commitment to Princeton, effective after the 2024-25 academic year.Clark has emerged as a prominent figure in Maine basketball, alongside Cooper and Ace Flagg, bringing national attention to the state’s basketball scene. He played a pivotal role on the Maine United EYBL team led by Duke’s Cooper Flagg.Last summer, Maine United reached the Nike E16 title game against the Nightrydas, led by Cam Boozer, the second-best prospect in… READ MORE >

Sanon and Erhunmwunse Top the Final 2024 Rankings

Sanon and Erhunmwunse Top the Final 2024 Rankings

Posted Friday, July 19th, 2024

The summer has reached the midway point, and has maybe even surpassed that by a bit, but we felt it was time to finalize our 2024 rankings. Most of the Division One signees on the list have began workouts with their new team, so it is long overdue. At the top of the ranking is the smooth scoring Arizona State signee, Joson Sanon, who just completed a great career at Vermont Academy winning the NEPSAC AAA title. Right behind him is… READ MORE >

Grassroots Stockrisers Heading Into The Final Live Period

Grassroots Stockrisers Heading Into The Final Live Period

Posted Thursday, July 18th, 2024

The grassroots circuits have proven to be a major factor in the recruitment of future college basketball players over the years, and the landscape has continued to expand year in and year out. The sneaker circuits have been known to be the place where most of the Division One talent lies when a player is in high school. According to a 2023 article from The Circuit, approximately 78.2% of American-born NBA players had competed on one of the sneaker circuits. Outside… READ MORE >

Abreu Stays Home

Abreu Stays Home

Posted Wednesday, July 17th, 2024

Just the other day, it was announced that Phillips Andover & Mass Rivals guard Xavier Abreu would be taking his talents to the CAA, joining the Northeastern Huskies following the upcoming season.Abreu has been making a lot of noise of late, as he was the x-factor for Phillips Andover this year contributing multiple high scoring games in their run to the NEPSAC Class A title game.Entering the playoffs as the eighth seed, Andover began their run with a huge upset… READ MORE >

#E75 Mid-Atlantic Recap - The Guards

#E75 Mid-Atlantic Recap - The Guards

Posted Tuesday, July 16th, 2024

The Mid-Atlantic Elite 75 was loaded with aspiring college prospects at the guard spot. Some of them came in with buzzing college recruitment, some are bound to end up that way in the near future. Let's take a look at what we liked about each guard's game and where they attend school. Top Performers Res Whitaker, Marriotts Ridge - Maryland's Res Whitaker is a big guard that colleges should check out. He's got a strong body which he uses to get in… READ MORE >

#E75 Mid-Atlantic Recap - The Forwards & Wings

#E75 Mid-Atlantic Recap - The Forwards & Wings

Posted Monday, July 15th, 2024

The first non-New England Elite 75 took place this past Wednesday, and was full of aspiring college players from all around the Northeast. Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Maryland and Pennsylvania were all represented very well. Here’s a look at some of the wings and forwards who competed. Top Performers Emmitt Byther, Old Town - Maine's Emmitt Byther is a true gem in the Bangor area. Byther brings an imposing size/strength combo at 6'6" and uses it to his… READ MORE >

#E75 Debut in the Mid-Atlantic!

#E75 Debut in the Mid-Atlantic!

Posted Thursday, July 11th, 2024

Last night, we took over Spooky Nook for a night of high-level basketball.   Players from all over New England and the Mid-Atlantic region came out to showcase their talent as they were ran through drils and games, and given direct feedback from their respective college coach. For many, last night was a tune up for the kick off of the ZGXL Championships taking place today at Spooky Nook, which the NERR scouting staff will be on-hand to evaluate.   We wanted… READ MORE >

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