Grassa Goes For Bentley
Jasper Grassa is officially staying close to home next year after signing his National Letter of Intent to play his college basketball at Bentley.
“I am very excited about attending Bentley next year. The academic reputation of Bentley University played a major role in my decision, as well as the opportunity to work with and play for Coach Lawson and Coach Bettencourt,” Grassa said. “I see this as a great opportunity for me to continue to play a game I love and receive an outstanding education that will prepare me for my future.”
Bentley is currently in the midst of unprecendented prosperity having made three straight appearances in the Division II NCAA Tournament’s Sweet Sixteen.
Grassa averaged just over 17 points per game last year at Lynn Classical, starring for his father and head coach, Tom Grassa.
“I think Jasper’s strengths are a good fit for Bentley’s high octane style of play,” Coach Grassa said.
Jasper also played for the Boston Warriors North on the AAU circuit. Last summer in Orlando, Jasper helped lead the team to the National Super Showcase title over the NJ Roadrunners and Duke recruit Kyrie Irving.
“Jasper did it the old fashion way, he earned it. He went and played every play of every game as if it was for the national title,” said Warriors’ director Mark Papas. “Coach Lawson will be getting a competitor.”
“The Warriors program gave me the opportunity to compete in a variety of tournaments and showcases that allowed college coaches to see me play.” said Grassa
With the recruiting process now behind him, Grassa is looking forward to his senior season, where he will presumably be teaming up with his father for the final time.
Grassa is the second New England product to commit to Bentley this fall, joining Jacob Moore from Hampden Academy in Maine.
Jacob Moore
Jasper Grassa