Class B Small Preview Pt. II
Continuing on with our profiles on Class B Small….
Lexington Christian has opened the season strong with a 5–2 start, driven by guard play and downhill pressure. Jakari Clarke ’26 sets the tone as a crafty point guard who excels attacking off the bounce, using an advanced stop-and-go game and a mix of hesitations and euro steps to finish inside. Nik Boateng ’27 adds athleticism and physicality on both ends, embracing contact while providing reliable spot-up shooting and consistently jumping passing lanes for deflections. Michael Ramos ’27 supplies additional scoring pop as a perimeter threat. Lexington Christian’s balance of shot creation and defensive activity has fueled its early success.
Marianapolis sits at 3–4 but features a productive and well-rounded backcourt. Caiden Steeves ’27 is a reliable catch-and-shoot scorer, averaging 16.4 points per game, while also serving as a decisive playmaker when defenses overcommit. Ty Grudzien ’27 brings a strong athletic and defensive presence, filling the stat sheet with 3.4 steals, 1.2 blocks, and 11 points per contest through physicality and effort. Kody Jamieson ’26 and Gabe Huss ’26 round out the rotation by providing additional shot-making on the perimeter. Marianapolis’ ability to impact the game defensively keeps them competitive night to night.
Millbrook enters at 7–5 with a roster built around athleticism and multi-level scoring. Francisco Santana ’26 is a high-motor wing who spaces the floor effectively as a reliable spot-up shooter. Alex Hickey ’26 provides scoring versatility, capable of hitting shots inside and out while using a quick first step to create advantages off the dribble. Hezi McCoy ’26 adds another downhill threat, patiently working to his spots and scoring efficiently at all three levels. Millbrook’s offensive balance makes them difficult to key in on defensively.
New York Military has started the season 7–3 behind strong play on both ends of the floor. Jaden Milord ’26, a 6’5 wing, stands out with his patience and physicality, scoring effectively on the interior while finishing through contact. He also shows promise defensively as a shot blocker, leveraging his athleticism around the rim. Jayden Johnson ’26 complements him as a shifty guard who thrives in transition and can knock down spot-up shots when defenses collapse. New York Military’s combination of size and pace gives them consistent matchup advantages.
Pingree sits at 3–4 and is defined by scrappy ball pressure and active hands that frequently lead to transition baskets. Jordan Maxson ’27 brings scoring versatility, mixing off-the-dribble shooting with confident perimeter looks. Jonah Richardson ’26 and Sami Welsh ’26 (Maine Football) consistently generate steals, convert in the open floor, and provide reliable spot-up shooting. Nymeer Dozier ’27 adds energy as a high-motor guard who can score from the perimeter while also attacking the rim with a creative handle. Pingree’s defensive intensity drives much of its offensive production.
St. Luke’s sits at 3–5 but features intriguing physical tools and competitive play. Tyler Newsom ’27 is a versatile guard who combines strength and athleticism, scoring at all three levels while also contributing on the glass and as a shot blocker. Peter Uzigris ’27 provides interior size at 6’10, anchoring the paint and securing rebounds. Evan Seitz ’28, a 6’7 wing, brings a scrappy, high-motor presence, generating deflections and running the floor well in transition. Leneil Jones ’27 adds craft to the backcourt, using a tight handle and touch around the basket to finish through defenders. St. Luke’s blend of size and skill gives them a strong foundation moving forward.
Kody Jamieson
Evan Seitz
Jayden Johnson
Jordan Maxson
Francisco Santana
Nymeer Dozier
Hezi McCoy
Ty Grudzien
Nik Boateng
Tyler Newsom
Jaden Milord