Posted Friday, November 27th, 2009
It was less than two years ago when Phil Pressey was wearing a Cushing Academy jersey. Just a sophomore, Pressey was already one of the top players in New England and the future looked incredibly bright in Ashburnham. But following his sophomore year Pressey made the decision to transfer to the Episcopal School of Dallas to be closer to his mother and Cushing was suddenly left without their star. After going through some growing pains last season, this year’s Cushing…
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Posted Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Ellis Cooper is coming off a very successful run through the summer and fall circuits. His game has reached another level and college coaches have taken notice. The 6’3 forward from Northampton High School will acknowledge he has improved, but doesn’t want any credit until his senior year goes as planned. Much like his on court demeanor, Cooper is all business, “We’ve(Northampton) had a pretty good summer, but the season is what really matters.” He is well aware this is…
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Posted Wednesday, November 25th, 2009
Darius Watson has taken his game to new levels in the last year. With the size and strength to be productive inside the paint and the ball skills to thrive on the perimeter, the six-foot-five forward has developed a complete offensive game. The University of New Haven was one of the first schools to notice Watson’s development and has been recruiting the talented forward hard since this summer. Last week the Chargers’ hard work paid off as Watson made a…
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Posted Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
The National Prep Showcase drew over 30 media outlets from around the country. Here’s a list of some of the prominent stories that came out of another tremendous showcase. ESPN.com – Continuous Weekend Updateshttp://insider.espn.go.com/ncb/recruiting/onthetrail ESPN.com – Brown highlights Prep Showcasehttp://sports.espn.go.com/ncaa/recruiting/basketball/mens/news/story?id=4681904 Scout.com – National Prep Showcase: Day 3 Rundownhttp://scouthoops.scout.com/2/922551.html Scout.com – National Prep Showcase: Day 2 Rundownhttp://scouthoops.scout.com/2/922225.html Scout.com – National Prep Showcase: Day 1 Rundownhttp://scouthoops.scout.com/2/921844.html Rivals.com – National Prep Showcase rundownhttp://basketballrecruiting.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1019907 Draft Express – 2009 National Prep Showcase Previewhttp://www.draftexpress.com/blog/High-School-AAU/#2009-National-Prep-Showcase-Preview-3343 Draft Express…
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Posted Sunday, November 22nd, 2009
The emphasis was on the teams throughout the majority of our weekend coverage of the National Prep Showcase, but with close to 200 college coaches, 30 different media outlets, and 2 NBA teams checking in throughout the three days of action, the showcase undoubtedly provided players with an opportunity to show their stuff. Here is a look at who took advantage: Class of 2010 Bryon Allen, St. Thomas More – Best available point guard in region and he proved it…
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Posted Saturday, November 21st, 2009
The day got off to an exciting start as Brewster Academy locked up with NIA Prep. The nation’s second ranked team opened up a 16 point lead in the first half and led by double figures for the majority of the second until NIA stormed back in the final minutes with their full court pressure. Austin Carroll hit two big three-pointers late in the game to keep Brewster on top but ultimately a few costly turnovers allowed NIA to force…
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Posted Friday, November 20th, 2009
Game of the Day Winchendon and Mack Academy produced the day’s most exciting contest of the day on Saturday as the game went all the way down the stretch to the delight of the on-looking crowd. After going back and forth for most of the second half, Mack opened a slim 77-76 lead with 1:28 to play. Anthony Ireland had a lay-up attempt blocked on the ensuing possession but Khem Birch flew into the offensive glass for a tip in…
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Posted Thursday, November 19th, 2009
The National Prep Showcase tipped off on Friday at Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, Connecticut. The day’s festivities included some dominating performances, down to the wire games, and highlight reel plays. Scoreboard St. Thomas More 90 Lee Academy 69 STM’s season began on a positive note with a dominating performance. The Chancellors owned the glass and utilized their pressure defense to open up a commanding second half lead. Five players scored in double figures led by Bryon Allen with…
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Posted Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
The National Prep Showcase is coming to New Haven, Connecticut this year and the intimate campus of Albertus Magnus College. Once again the event welcomes virtually all of the top prep school programs in the country in addition to a wide assortment of uniquely talented individuals. All of the top five teams in the first ESPN poll are set to be in action this weekend as well as nine of the top ten teams in the country. ESPN released the…
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Posted Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
Notre Dame big man Cleveland Melvin made a verbal commitment to the University of Connecticut on Wednesday morning, but will not sign until the late signing period. "Obviously the biggest question most people are going to have is about the timing," said Notre Dame Prep head coach Ryan Hurd. "Cleve had other visits scheduled and never intended on signing early, he just decided that UConn was the place where he really wanted to be." Melvin selected the Huskies over DePaul,…
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