#S16 Day 1 - Varsity Division Social Media Blog

Sunday, May 26th, 2019

Division I and II NCAA coaches aren't permitted out at this time of year but that didn't mean there wasn't plenty of #RealExposure being had at the Super 60 Showcase with over 30 division III coaches in attendance and tons of media coverage from the New England Recruiting Report's various outlets.

Here's a social media recap of Saturday's action in the varsity division.

To follow along in real time on Saturday follow @NERRhoops on both twitter and instagram.

2021 Eli Blackwell has been running the show for @NewHavenHeatFam so far this morning. Crafty ball handler and relentless competitor. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Coaches from Bates, Conn College and Swarthmore are already in the building checking out the 8:00 a.m. games. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

2020 Harris Karamanaga led the way in an overtime win for @LIB2MBBALL. The 6’3 floor general showed off his ability to finish around the rim and knocked down some clutch free throws. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

2020 Kareem Obrian was also impressive for @LIB2MBBALL. The 6’1 guard dominated they game early on with his physicality on the defensive end, racking up 5 steals in the first half. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

2020 G Malachi Washington of Puprose Basketball has been hot from 3pt range so far, hitting 3 in the first half. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Kazell Stewart with the exclamation point for @NewHavenHeatFam . Stewart had a great motor defensively with many deflections and blocks. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/MRH3Ip3p6Y
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

2020 Justin Davis is the #POTG in a win for @CT_Passion_AAU -Vazquez. The physical point guard loves to attack in transition and consistently knocked down pull up jump shots. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/rCgwMZMgdW
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

@trulytalented_0 for @BostonBobcats is your #ZGPOTG for his first matchup in the #S16 pic.twitter.com/k11KmWm1I1
— Zero Gravity Tri-State (@zg_tristate) May 25, 2019

High level matchup on Court 1 between New Haven Heat and Boys 2 Men. Joel Pullen has been impressive so far for @NewHavenHeatFam #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/XBo1aAWpTw
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Excellent game developing between BSNY Metro and RENS. BSNY rallied from an early deficit and they have been trading buckets ever since. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/Y9rVrTR1nD
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Strong team performance from @LightningHaber. 2020 guard Mick Browne III starred, showcasing good poise and a smooth jumper. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/aOfpVU8JOa
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

2020 Kazell Stewart is the #POTG in a win for @NewHavenHeatFam. The 6’5 wing is an explosive athlete who rebounds effectively and plays above the rim. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/xFqkByodO7
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Crafty finish for Quintar Taylor, but it's his Trumbull teammate Timmond Williams who has blown me away. Close to 25 points in this one for PHD #S16 pic.twitter.com/JKawSscZnT
— Zack Sandberg (@ZackSandberg) May 25, 2019

Shooter alert - Northern Berkshire Phenom’s Toby Foehl drills it from long range. Had 5 threes in today’s opener. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/uPHrp6MMOX
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Staples guard Jake Thaw with the buzzer-beating game winner to start the day for @peaceyouth_ct. Stamford Peace currently 2-0 on the day. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/Cxe7in9dDS
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Check-out the touch of @CT_Elite_BBall DBC big man Guy Ragland. Long, strong & versatile prospect up front. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/iWcw7uNKRp
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Another bucket for 2020 James Charles Jr. of Glove City Raiders. He has been hot all afternoon, scoring from all over the court. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/GBaXQIZL3m
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

2020 guard Jonathon Willeman had an excellent game for @longhornsaau. He balanced getting his shot and finding teammates, and rebounded very well for his position. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/NU9Q7g6XMt
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Best prospects I saw in the morning session at #S16
Aidan Carpenter, @RIElite_
Anthony Morales, @BostonBobcats
Akim Joseph & Rassoul Abakar, @coachkpeace
— Adam Finkelstein (@AdamFinkelstein) May 25, 2019

The @Rise_AboveBball backcourt trio of Spencer Aronson (18pts & 5 threes), Bryant Ciccio (10pts & numerous assists), & JayQyan Leonard (14pts) controlled the game from start to finish to lead RAB to a win this afternoon. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/HO8lKap2uK
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Symere McClain Jr. Finished with 18 points and 20 rebounds for CM Shamrocks earning #POTG #S16 pic.twitter.com/UjrAgKqZYV
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

RENS share the ball around the zone to find Zeke Blauner! The 2020 wing put pressure on the defense all game, finishing in double figures. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/thOD2gNglg
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Northern Phenom Elite sophomore guard Dion Brown turns 16 tomorrow but started celebrating a day early. Big guard with playmaking ability & great pace. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/6gNawixKsH
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

2020 Jaden Johnson of @CT_Elite_BBall is a high level athlete who is showing that he can shoot it from deep consistently. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/nsN78gkgEm
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

2020 guard Makhi Baskin of @Rise_AboveBball -Buscetta finds his teammate with the behind the back pass in transition. Great court vision. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/8sTHLjsnZo
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

11th grade Longhorns end Saturday 1-1 with a hard-fought 50-49 win over Northeast Xtreme - Horne in front of Keene St, WPI, Plymouth St, Rhode Island College, Gordon, and more. Jon Willeman, Wade Rainey and company continue to shine at the @NERRHoops Super 16 #S16 pic.twitter.com/GgOxZPoB2E
— Longhorn Basketball (@longhornsaau) May 25, 2019

2021 G Brandon Wiercinski of @MassELITEHoops and @lacademyhoops is a volume shooter with a quick release. His team relied heavily on his 3pt shooting today, especially down the stretch. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/u5FkTP62eN
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Jah Joyner goes to work in the post for @EnsuenoHoops! He has been active on the glass and has a couple of buckets early. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/GwYCX08Evx
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Tommy Dunn with the half court buzzer beater to lead Central Mass Shamrocks to the win #POTG pic.twitter.com/umn7LrkBSr
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

That’s eight straight points for Alex Gibbens! He has found his range at the end of this game and is trying to lead a comeback for ABC Rubin. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/fgrokvB0p1
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Matt Knowling of @MiddlesexMagic is awarded #ZGPOTG after an all around showing #S16 pic.twitter.com/nVrH1i2CxQ
— Zero Gravity Tri-State (@zg_tristate) May 25, 2019

Kevin Baxter, a 6’3 guard from Branford (CT), went for 34 points earlier today in a HHBC win. #S16 Varsity
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Trinity Catholic & @peaceyouth_ct have a terrific frontcourt tandem in the 2021 class in Rassoul Abakar & Akim Joseph. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/aG1GOOHYK0
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

2021 G Charlie Weisberg has been impressive for @MassELITEHoops -Mott. The @millbrookschool product is playing up with the Varsity and has displayed a great court vision and feel for the game. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Clark and Swarthmore are here watching @MassELITEHoops -Mott vs. New England Blue Chips #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/KTWpIDBnYI
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

The Notre Dame- West Haven duo of Zach Laput and Ben Carroll have been impressive for the New England Blue Chips. Both have made significant strides in the past year and have increased their recruitment. #S16 Varsity
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Tray Alexander was fantastic for @CrownBBALL today. Outstanding court vision, IQ and feel #S16 var pic.twitter.com/tzxrDhfGMq
— Zack Sandberg (@ZackSandberg) May 25, 2019

Noah Delorme (@ChoateHoops) and Chris Jones (East Catholic) are #POTG for @PTT_Hoops #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/1U5jtW64gh
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Life for @MassELITEHoops? Connor Keegan knocks down a big three to cut it to a five point game! #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/Hs3RC5lN3m
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Not many more improved guys than @WrightWaySkills & @BrooksBasketbal forward Myles Foster. Massive hands, huge wingspan, catches everything & can handle. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/Y5gblt5WmP
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Like what I’ve seen from @NewHeightsNYC 2019 Jaheim Tanksley (#4). Heady point guard that controls the pace and makes everyone around him better. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/7buuVMdozl
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 25, 2019

Jaydon Belliveau-Ryan stepped up HUGE for @MassELITEHoops! He scored 24 points, including five threes. Whenever Mass Elite Jenkins needed a bucket, Jaydon delivered. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/S3vRpO9L4i
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Osvaldo DeJesus knocked down 4 threes and had 5 assists for City Rocks Orange #S16 pic.twitter.com/iyrbeXff7a
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Corey Wasters steps into the long two for Young Life! Young Life was smothering defensively, disrupting many shots at the rim to win big. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/MZn6F0NaTM
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 25, 2019

Thatcher Stone showing off his range for ⁦@WrightWaySkills⁩. Emerging talent in the class of 2020 #S16 pic.twitter.com/rFuE2YVx9I
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 26, 2019

Will Rywolt ‘20 is the player of the game for @RIMagichoops! He tallied 24 points with 5 threes, and he was also a terrific passer. Rywolt frequently found outlet and hit-ahead passes to cut open the defense. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/Vx9KWxbMao
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 26, 2019

Myles foster wins #ZGPOTG for @WrightWaySkills after 4 loud dunks #S16 pic.twitter.com/GAp00c20Ft
— Zero Gravity Tri-State (@zg_tristate) May 25, 2019

Ethan Okwuosa is the player of the game for @PTT_Hoops! He scored 17 points, and was able to score from all three levels. His midrange jumper was very smooth, and he hit a big three in the clutch. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/coBq4mi0ky
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 26, 2019

6’7 2020 Aiden Godfrey of New England Blue Chips is a high level prospect out of Cheshire CT. Athletic big man who can post up and shoot the 3. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/wdPgkSOxbu
— Michael B. DiMartino (@mdimartino203) May 26, 2019

Connor Keegan has a breakout game for @MassELITEHoops tonight! He scored 11 points, 3 threes, and was a major catalyst for Mass’ storm back from 20 down. They ultimately came up short, but Connor Gabe his best shot and then some against a bigger defender. #S16 Varsity pic.twitter.com/hPrlf53Ycy
— NERR (@NERRHoops) May 26, 2019