2023 #NEHF - Saturday Blog
The annual Northeast Hoops Festival took place this past weekend in the Boston area. In case you missed any of the action, here is a rundown on some Saturday standouts.
Take Charge earned a victory in the first game set here at Starland. 2025 prospect Ryan Kelley was the POTG. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/nXIK70t85C
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2025 prospect Lincoln Fudge impressed for @BostonWarriors_ Blue - Al during their victory this morning. pic.twitter.com/0qUXxJszja
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Available 2023 prospects Isaiah Michel and Luke Chapman stood out for @MassAttackAAU - Louro in a win. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/qo5X2aV20p
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 prospect Jamel Walker had a big impact for his team TNE Central Flight this morning at Mass Premier. Jamel led his team in there first game 61-56 while making shots, getting his teammates involved, and his active hands on defense. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/6pXPuR9olr
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2025 Giacomo Kaplan stood out in a @MiddlesexMagic 62-57 victory. He made timely passes and knocked down shots from long-range.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/L1GwEzMPxF
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Sophomore big Ben Howard crushed it on the glass this morning for the Spartans including a 64-39 point win. pic.twitter.com/MKQklqMynf
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 prospect Ryan Evans made a number of key plays to help Take Charge - Zupanick win their second game of the day. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/rdxzONn38N
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 prospects Charlie Reisig and Royce Pang were able to impact the game in a number of different ways during @ASAHoopsNation - Swain’s victory. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/CpAm5rwUAS
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2023 Lateef Patrick of MCIB had a standout game and an even spectacular shot to seal off the win. 74-71 was the final score after Lateef pulled off this deep 3 pointer for the win. His limitless range, strength/athleticism, and playmaking ability is what separates him. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/AhlG9VsJ0U
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Middlesex Magic shooter Owen Haglund class of 2026 led his team against ASA Select 64-35. pic.twitter.com/Qp2cNutomr
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Treshawn ray class of 2026 of Team Spartans did everything on the offensive and defensive side this morning. He is all over the ball defensively and got a lot of buckets. He led his team in a blowout win 74-26 over the Mass Rivals. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/kN1MTosdaY
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‘25 Julian Dent Jr. was a standout in a victory for the @NewHavenHeatFam making crucial plays on both ends of the floor.#NEHF - 10th pic.twitter.com/fCjDkK7FGN
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2024 prospect Quinn Salter earned POTG during Seacoast NH’s victory last game set. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/UzfIvMgqtQ
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
.@MassAttackAAU won their second game of day with 2024 prospect Liam Kallen catching our eye with his impact defensively. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/kxEkc2vDoN
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
‘24 George Turkson of @RivalsNation was a standout today. He played with a high motor throughout the game, crashed the glass, and finished through contact.#NEHF - Varsity pic.twitter.com/l2kJFtOw2m
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‘25 Darius Ajakaiye earned player of the game, playing an important role in a OT victory for @RIElite_ #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/CxBuXXi2D8
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Lenny Tangishaka and Timmy Bollin dominated today for the @BayStateJags . They defeated Team Spartans varsity squad 78-59. Lenny displayed his 3 point shot and ability to play make. As for Timmy, he showed off his athleticism, shooting, and ability to finish at the rim. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/z79BHTMPxo
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Varsity player Jayport Smith won player of the game after leading Castleton Athletics in a commanding win. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/J6ItNsEgiG
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Took note of 2026 prospect Jacob Lok’s poise and precision while playing up during @danabarrosbball victory. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/wZcvewIHWK
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Freshman Anthony Dejohn wins player of the game for his outstanding performance against Connecticut Elite. @MiddlesexMagic win 67-41. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/JxO3NdPPk3
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8th grader Jordan Torres played up against Pro Level Titans 9th grade team today. He fought to earn the player of the game through his 3 point shooting ability. Jordan’s consistency beyond the arc was impressive and the deciding factor of this game. @RivalsNation win 61-32. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/tQY83hENO3
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 prospect Niko Catalano came up huge during @NEStormBball’s one point win last game set. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/7p7y69ozxz
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2025 Center Will Carty is player of the game. His presence was felt in the paint as he dominated the glass the entire game. @BayStateJags #NEHF pic.twitter.com/ewV27eO8r7
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Freshman guard Roe Josephy wins player of the game for @ASAHoopsNation. Roe did a good job scoring the ball as well as running his teams offense. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/fDoaGsqChf
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2024 prospect Logan Murphy had a standout performance during @Rise_AboveBball’s victory last game set. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/LupeS4PSjH
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2024 BCRI guard Azmar Abdullah stepped up for @BCRI_ today.
— Dylan Thayer (@DylanThayer0) April 15, 2023
He showcased his three-level scoring ability, on-ball defensive tenacity and passing vision to create for others.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/dtO7WDhnKy
Jayden Williams is awarded player of the game for the @MassCommanders. Jayden is an athletic wing that can shoot from anywhere and create for others. Commanders Varsity squad defeat The Spartans 77-56. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/iRdmtdcYJZ
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 prospect Zach Romich earned POTG honors. The smooth shooting guard who plays for @RivalsNation Red stood out in a victory. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/tjdcDItRK5
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
The 2024 duo of Gojco Stevkovski and Noah Guglielmo led @MassEliteHoop to a double digit win. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/Q9y2lLcVuG
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2024’s Caleb Crawford and Adam Njie stood out for the @RiversideHawks
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
The duo combined for a plethora of buckets and controlled the tempo with their stellar play. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/UEAiUJUzds
Freshman Alfred Vasquez and 8th grader Jordan Torres tore it up for @RivalsNation . It was raining 3 pointers from these two sharpshooters all game. The game was close but Alfred and Jordan put Team NE away 65-64 in a nail biter. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/GIhbSmOiiD
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 Josh Caruso’s ability to knock down shots from long-range was on full display today. He finished with 8 three-pointers for @NEStormBball #NEHF pic.twitter.com/TtZwOdNbpr
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Senior duo Derek Parsons and Nate Hebeot of Next Level Elite were hard to handle in there match against CT Elite. They both are named players of the game. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/wMQFuiWnh4
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Class of 2026 wing Joel Nash is the player of the game representing Hoop Haven CT. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/Ro9JZ6envV
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
.@Rise_AboveBball won a tight one over New England Storm with the help of 2024 prospect Michael Porter’s standout performance. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/kLGcWSeB0H
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Keep an eye on 2026 prospect Sean Wilson from @DTXBasketball. He is a guard who knows how to get downhill using his strength. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/yZcHkucj0j
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2023 prospect Josh Campbell put on a show for the Base Varsity team this evening at Mass Premier. Josh showcased his explosive jumping ability along with his ability to see the floor and shoot the ball. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/s5IvWMYevi
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2023 prospect and 2x player of the game today Oscar Edelman for @RivalsNation . Oscar filled up the stat sheet with points, rebounds, and assists in this second game to lead the team over New Haven Heat. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/VJYghNQj2L
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Available 2023 guard Silvano Ismail impressed for XL Portland (ME) in a win. He dropped 15 points while hitting three treys. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/E11e4ezw8Z
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 guard Warren Keel Jr. impressed today for @RivalsNation
— Dylan Thayer (@DylanThayer0) April 15, 2023
The guard from Lynn English showed his quickness and burst off the dribble, long-range shooting ability, and a bag of moves to create separation from defenders.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/RASfdYYmYK
2025 prospect Devin O’Brien played an important role during @NSSABASKETBALL’s two point victory. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/2uqbq7745g
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Jahki Veal, Jacob Henderson, and Jack Mchale for CT Elite Varsity squad did everything for the win. All three of these guys were super high energy on the defensive end, very consistent from 3, and moved the ball very well. CT Elite defeat New Haven Heat 72-50. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/BQSBbhdTJr
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Anthony Follett 2023 for the Heat Lightning earned player of the game today after hitting a multitude of three pointer’s off-the-dribble.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/Y3imSkMqp9
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 prospect Tyson Clarke caught our eyes while playing with @atheltics17. He was among his team’s top scorers in their win with 12 points. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/cGROlvA5s3
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2023 prospect Kenneth Rogers Jr is POTG for Black Bear North. Kenneth makes very good decisions and plays at his own pace. Has a nice shot, athletic, and always looking to pass. Black Bear North beats RI Elite 66-56. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/zs13WwQ2TM
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Zachary Jean Philippe class of 2025 controls the ball well as a primary point guard. He definitely stood out and was a big reason for Team Spartans win against RI Magic. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/oTdsbQgGIW
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Dominant performance from Cam Upchurch and Anthony Thompson class of 2025. Cam and Anthony are both named players of the game. CT Elite defeated Mass Rivals 76-25 due to there swarming defense and consistent attack on the rim. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/CxE6gVMAlK
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2024 Nate Charlot of @HighRiseCT_ made big plays including a highlight-reel dunk in a victory.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/HqKUOsIpQJ
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Dennis Wainaina is an intriguing 2024 prospect from @NEStormBball. He has 6’8 size and mobility as a rim-runner/switchable defender. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/MeSUYQNEZi
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Preston Edmead class of 2025 is the POTG for the NY Jayhawks. Preston and his squad best Hoop Haven CT 92-53. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/huA6ik6h7F
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2026 prospect Aiden Pires on the Boxers Basketball Club is awarded POTG for his standout play. He had a nice and shifty handle that helps him get to the rim and he is everywhere on defense. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/gzZpFu53Vq
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2024 Evan Hamm had a great game against NY Basketball making him POTG. Evan is a tall wing that can shoot and rebound the ball well. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/YQfoBF9Nos
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
2025 @BCRI_ big man Max Knight stood out during his team’s win. He finished well inside and got after it on the glass to come near a double-double outing. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/ysYegkvWmy
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
25’ team CT Elite survives a nail biter against The House We Built. End score was 69-67 in 2OT. Travis Upchurch #1 and Jordan Pierce #10 both stood out by attacking the hoop, getting steals on defense, and leading them . Nathaniel Banton #12 sealed the game with a layup. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/cIGLldzWLd
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
We took note of available 2023 prospect Remijo Wani from XL Portland (ME). He dropped 15 points while scoring a number of layups from difficult angles. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/dATXHc3wrQ
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2025 Mike Ellerbrook from Stay True will be named POTG. He led his team to a 69-45 win. Mike is a sharpshooter who makes tough contested shots and is a good team player. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/fXm4VGPwNF
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
‘24 guard CJ Cox impressed today for @MiddlesexMagic
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
He moved well without the ball to get to his spots, knocked down catch and shoot threes, and made tough shots off the dribble.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/sBKylYTyal
2024 @BCRI_ guard Roberto Figueras stood out during his team’s victory tonight. He got paint touches, sprayed the ball to open shooters, and defended well on the ball. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/cme4i5pd3A
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Prospect Alex Johnson class of 2024 had a tremendous game tonight. He has an all around offensive game and has quick hands on defense. Alex also hit a three to go up 3 points and win the game 75-72. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/2IO2kLeLiT
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2024 prospect Billy Feeks is named POTG for The Academy. Billy had a great game, he is a 3 level scorer and is very intense on defense. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/Rsi07D2XSf
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Look forward to tracking Owen Eaton, a 2025 prospect from @MiddlesexMagic. His transition finishing was key during a victory last game set. #NEHF 10th pic.twitter.com/CoAyLU6WDP
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Class of 2025 prospect Ryan Singh is very well rounded and has an impressive IQ for the game. Has a very high FG% around the rim, always in good position, and get tons of rebounds. He finished with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and some clutch buckets in OT. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/g9VzK4MGG4
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 15, 2023
Sophomore Jair Mathis class of 2025 is a force on defense. Jair swarms defenders, gets lots of steals, and uses his quickness to get by defenders to the rim. He is New Haven Heat’s POTG. #NEHF Varsity pic.twitter.com/6AbLJXzYBO
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
Michael Paquette ‘23 came up big for @RIMagichoops
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
He made timely passes to open teammates and hit some tough shots down the final stretch.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/oWOPmmz3kq
Keep an eye on Jaden Hoad class of 2024. High energy player who can score on all 3 levels, unselfish, and smart. His athletic ability is very impressive and brings a lot of value to a team. He finished with multiple blocks, steals, and 25 points. House of Hoops wins 67-53. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/Fhbqzop0AG
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
Some of the players that impressed me today at #NEHF
— Adam Finkelstein (@AdamFinkelstein) April 16, 2023
Andre Mills | @RivalsNation
Jaiden Glover | @NYJayhawks
Dylan Harper | @NYRhoops
Mo Vassell | @RiversideHawks
Kelvin Odoh | @RIElite_
CJ Cox | @MiddlesexMagic
Full list in my IG story: https://t.co/fUOVF7BSid pic.twitter.com/CWA4NymZza
2025 Seth Pryor was exceptional for @CrownBBALL
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
He gets out quick in transition, adjusts his body to finish through contact, and has a strong defensive presence.#NEHF - 10th pic.twitter.com/Lv0FHfiR4o
Class of 2024 prospect Andreo Ash is NY Jayhawks POTG. He is a force in the paint who racked up double digit rebounds and points due to his long arms, height, and positioning. Andreo is a big reason for his teams win. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/WHPM4z8ioL
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
Unsigned ‘23 Patrick Spenard had a solid day for @Metro_Boston
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
He uses his big frame well to control the post, holds strong box outs, and gives opponents a real struggle when he is on defense. Best of all, he is a vocal leader on the court.#NEHF pic.twitter.com/GPfCeqVhb8
Matt Drayton class of 2023 for Team Base was out there controlling the whole game. He’s a pass first guy but can score at the rim when he needs to. He is very athletic, makes good decisions, and talkative. Matt is awarded with POTG and a win tonight. #NEHF pic.twitter.com/wpBmAcVxVM
— New England Recruiting Report (@NERRHoops) April 16, 2023
George Turkson
Timmy Bollin
Michael Porter
Zach Romich
Lenny Tangishaka
Jair Mathis
Owen Eaton
Oscar Edelman
Andre Mills
Warren Keel
CJ Cox
Caleb Crawford
Anthony DeJohn
Adam Njie
Jayden Williams
Sean Wilson
Silvano Ismail
Patrick Spenard
Owen Haglund
Azmar Abdullah
Travis Upchurch