Class B Small Preview Pt. 1

Nick Cozzolino | Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

Continuing on with our NEPSAC Profiles this season, here's a look at the first half of Class B Small's competitive landscape.

Beaver Country Day has taken a clear step forward after struggling in Class B last season. The Beavers are currently 5–2 overall and third in the Class B Small standings, having quality wins over Roxbury Latin, Proctor, Frederick Gunn, and Concord. Union commit Lino Sanchez sets the tone as the main guard, playing with high energy, hustle, and crafty finishing when athletically attacking the rim. Jalen Rogers ’27 is a major presence at 6’7, controlling the paint defensively and on the glass while also expanding his game with a reliable outside jumper. Jonathan Bernstein adds scoring versatility with a strong pull-up game and catch-and-shoot ability, as well as Kellan Glass providing additional depth. Beaver’s improved balance and physicality have made them a difficult matchup so far this season.

Frederick Gunn is ready to make noise in Class B Small after finishing in the middle of the pack last season. The Highlanders currently sit at 3–3 with notable wins over Canterbury, Storm King, and Proctor, showing flashes of a team with big upside. Gunn is defined by its interior defense, with Tommy Misukanis ’26 and Akmalkhan Aubakirov ’28 controlling the paint as physical rim protectors who contest or get a hand on nearly everything around the basket. On the perimeter, Jeffrey Runion ’26 and Justin Robinson ’27 provide confident shooting that must be contested well beyond the arc. Jah Reaves ’28 is an emerging all-around threat, scoring at all three levels, attacking the glass as a guard, and consistently doing the little things. With their defensive identity and increase in perimeter scoring, Gunn has the talent to go on a run.

Greens Farms enters the season under new Class B Small circumstances after a quarterfinal exit in Class C Large last year. The Dragons have opened the year 4–3 with wins over Marianapolis Prep, Portsmouth Abbey, Hamden Hall, and Groton. Shooting is the foundation of this group, led by Zach Fallquist ’28, a three-point sniper who can rise over defenders, and Nasir Dunlap ’27, another high-level shooter who forces defenses to stay on their toes. Jack Nally ’26 and Krish Dodani ’28 add more shooting depth, allowing Greens Farms to consistently create good looks through extra passes and ball movement. Active hands in the passing lanes charge transition opportunities. These components make the Dragons dangerous when shots are falling, and the pace picks up.

Hamden Hall brings a young, intriguing roster into Class B Small play after reaching the Class C Large championship game last season. The Hornets currently sit at 4–4 with wins over Watkinson, Hopkins, Harvey, and St. Thomas More Prep. Masa Toure ’29 is the primary offensive weapon, capable of taking over games with his three-point shooting, step-backs, and confident pull-up game. Christian Cournoo ’27 is a reliable three-level scorer who attacks the rim with force and brings great effort defensively. Daniel Vincent ’28 anchors the interior as a strong defender and rim protector while also being able to stretch the floor with his shooting. TJ Holt ’29 and Eli Kingsley ’27 add more perimeter firepower. Hamden Hall is still building chemistry, but has huge upside and talent to suggest they could become a force as the season progresses.

Holderness has emerged as one of the early frontrunners in Class B Small after just missing the Class B playoffs last season. The Bulls are off to a strong 5–1 start with wins over Roxbury Latin, Rivers, Middlesex, and Kents Hill. Jayvian Cruz ‘27 controls the offense as a crafty left-handed guard who consistently gets downhill, scores at the rim, and creates for others. Andre Langley ‘26 defines the 3 and D role, shooting confidently above closeouts while using his athleticism to impact the game defensively and above the rim. Connecticut College commit Finn Brennan is a complete player who contributes across the board as a shooter, playmaker, defender, and transition threat. Holderness prides itself on elite three-point shooting, surpassing 40% in nearly every game and posting an impressive 52% team performance against Kents Hill. With shooting, depth, and balance, Holderness is one of the top teams in the class.

Kents Hill enters the season after a strong year in Class B that closely ended outside the playoff picture. The Huskies currently sit at 3–6, with wins over Marianapolis Prep, Berwick, and Groton, but remain competitive despite the inconsistent start. Lincoln Malcore ’28 is an athletic force around the basket who handles the ball well for his size and finishes with touch around the rim. Emerson Ingalsbe ’26 stretches defenses with deep shooting range. Tamarr Washington ’26 plays with a relentless motor, scoring from the perimeter, attacking off the bounce, and using his body effectively in traffic. Forrest Bastien ’28 brings quickness and defensive activity in the backcourt. Chris Ross ’27 is a skilled shot maker who creates off the dribble and finds teammates with his vision. Kents Hill’s combination of youth, shooting, and toughness gives them all the right tools to climb the standings.

King brings depth and offensive balance into Class B play after winning the FAA Championship last season, before losing to Millbrook in the quarterfinals. The Vikings are currently 1–2, with a win over Pomfret, and are ready to face a challenging upcoming Connecticut-filled schedule that includes Canterbury, Greens Farms, Kingswood Oxford, Greenwich, and St. Luke’s. King is a very deep team, with multiple players capable of scoring in double figures on any given night. AJ Trimboli ‘26 and Ryan Trimboli ‘28 headline the attack with elite shooting range well beyond the arc, while Henry Simon ‘26 gives them another perimeter threat. Jonovan Bracey ‘26 and Julian Dent ‘26 bring explosive athleticism, constantly putting pressure on the rim, stepping out to shoot, and using their length to disrupt shots defensively. King’s depth and shotmaking give them a high ceiling moving towards Class B play.

Kingswood Oxford: Kingswood Oxford enters the year with momentum, opening the season 6–1 and establishing itself as a high-paced, aggressive group. The Wyverns are led by WashU commit Stryckland Whittley-Ligon ’26, a strong, athletic slasher who pressures the rim while also stretching defenses from deep. Perimeter shooting is a major strength, with DJ Biggins ’26 (Boston College Football) and Will Parkhouse ’26 (UMass Lowell Baseball) both unafraid to fire early in the clock. Keenan Murphy ‘27 anchors the interior with shot blocking and rim protection, allowing guards to apply pressure defensively. With their seniors making the way, the Wyverns look to continue their winning ways.