2026 NJ Frosh/Soph #E75 Recap - Best of the Guards pt. 4

Tuesday, October 13th, 2026

Theo Pollitt, Hotchkiss - Pollitt is an athletic point guard from the Bronx with a quick first step and some shake off the dribble. He was able to put pressure on defenders with his speed, getting downhill and creating advantages. The tools are there for him to keep developing as both a scorer and playmaker.

Jaxson Montoto, Rutherford - Montoto embraces the physical side of defending, getting into ball handlers and making them work for every inch of the floor. He stays engaged when opponents attack downhill, showing the toughness and competitiveness to cut off driving lanes and turn his defensive effort into an advantage for his team.

Brian Nigro, St. Peter's HS - Despite his smaller stature, Nigro uses a strong frame to carve out space inside and establish himself around the basket. He can be a difficult matchup getting downhill in the paint, bringing a physical presence defensively while showing soft touch and a reliable finishing package when he gets around the rim.

Adama Kourouma, Notre Dame West Haven - Kourouma plays with a good feel for the game, consistently keeping his eyes up and seeing plays develop before they open up. His court vision allows him to find teammates in advantageous spots, while his decision-making keeps the offense moving without forcing unnecessary plays.

Jayvian Bennett, Notre Dame West Haven - At 6'3", Bennett has the tools to be a problem in the open floor, where his quick handle allows him to get downhill before the defense is set. He shows impressive creativity around the basket in transition, using changes of direction and touch to finish through traffic.

Will Hastie, Saucon Valley - Hastie plays with good pace and purpose, especially in transition where he consistently runs the floor hard. He has a strong feel for spacing and does a good job getting to his spots on the perimeter where he was able to shoot a perfect clip for the day. His off-ball movement gives him value as a player who can stay productive without needing the ball.

Will Craven, Morris Hills - William Craven is an elite 3-point shooter who can score off the catch or create off the dribble. His jumper opens up driving lanes, while his passing ability helps teammates find easy looks. 

Jaylin Pinto, Bishop Loughlin - Pinto has plenty of creativity with the ball in his hands, using his change of direction and shiftiness to get defenders leaning. The finishing ability is equally intriguing, as he can use either hand around the basket and has more athletic pop than his frame might suggest. With physical development still ahead, there is plenty to like about his long-term upside.

Kardan Adams, St. Joes Metuchen - Open-floor play is where Adams really starts to separate himself, using his burst to get downhill and put pressure on the rim before defenses can get set. There is creativity to his isolation game as well, with enough handle to create an advantage off the bounce. His ability to stretch the floor from three adds another layer to the attack.

Angelo Accardo , John Glenn - Getting downhill is a clear strength for Accardo, who consistently finds ways to turn the corner and get into the paint. He finishes from difficult angles and does not shy away from contact at the rim. His willingness to battle for rebounds adds value beyond his scoring and gives him another way to impact possessions.

Luca Mortorano, Paramus Catholic - Good floor spacing gives Mortorano a clear role on the offensive end, as he consistently finds open areas and stays ready to fire. He also runs the floor well in transition, creating easy scoring opportunities while forcing defenders to account for him as a perimeter threat.

Will Paige, Linden - Paige plays with a noticeable edge despite his smaller frame, competing hard on the defensive end and refusing to be an easy matchup. Offensively, he uses a variety of fakes to manipulate defenders once he gets into the lane. That creativity opens up finishes at the rim as well as opportunities to find teammates for highlight-level passes.

Karas Habashi, South Brunswick - Habashi brings a lot of energy to the guard spot, especially on the defensive end. He had great hand activity on the ball, showing the ability to bother handlers and come away with steals. Offensively, his speed with the ball allowed him to push pace, while his court vision and passing ability helped create looks for others.

Sam Sanchez, Scotch Plains-Fanwood - The sophomore is a pass-first guard who looks comfortable making plays for others. He shows creativity with the ball in his hands and has the vision to find teammates in different spots on the floor. The 6’1” guard plays with a good feel and is continuing to improve.

Alex Skouras, Union Catholic - Skouras is a smart, savvy guard who plays with a good basketball IQ. He showed the ability to shoot it well, while also bringing a running motor in his game. He competes, makes solid reads, and finds ways to stay involved on both ends of the floor.

Noe Toth, Phelps - Toth is a guard from France who is starting to make strides in his game. He plays with good speed and footwork, giving him the ability to create angles with the ball in his hands. He also has some playmaking ability, making reads and helping generate offense for others.

Jacob Kricheff, Montgomery - Another young guard from Montgomery, Kricheff did a good job using his athleticism to impact the game in different areas. He got to the basket, jumped passing lanes defensively, and made plays with his activity. He also showed the ability to set his feet and knock down open shots from deep when the ball found him.