Class of 2008 Final Rankings Announced

Posted Thursday, April 17th, 2008

Now that the high school and prep school season has come and gone it is once again time to release our updated set of rankings.  We begin with the class of 2008 for the final time.  Devin Ebanks ends his career as the number one ranked player in New England.  While John Riek’s departure to IMG Academy certainly made this an easier decision, Ebanks would have taken the top spot regardless. The St. Thomas More star had a spectacular year… READ MORE >

Murphy Participates in International Games

Posted Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

The Albert Schweitzer Tournament is essentially the unofficial 18 and under world championship.  16 different countries are represented in the field including all of the European powerhouses.  The tournament is organized by both the German Federation and the United States Army, with most of the action taking place inside the U.S.’s Mannheim military base.  New England’s Erik Murphy was one of the 12 players selected to represent the United States, joining the likes of Travis Releford (committed to Kansas), Cashmere… READ MORE >

Commitment Catch-Up

Posted Tuesday, April 15th, 2008

With the April “live” period just around the corner, that means there is about to be a rush of commitments as unsigned seniors will all need to find a home.  With that in mind, we thought today was a good time to update our readers on some commitments that have recently taken place.  •  Lambros Papalambros and Kris Noonan to Babson – The Archbishop Williams graduate and Suffield Academy post-graduate made up his mind and chose Babson.  The Beavers were… READ MORE >

New Hampton Star Headed to SEC

Posted Monday, April 14th, 2008

Twany Beckham doesn’t make any bones about the fact that he has always wanted to play at the highest level.  It was that goal that brought him to New Hampton this year and that goal that caused him to turn down a variety of scholarship offers throughout the year from mid-major level programs.  “Playing at the highest level has been my goal from day one,” Beckham admitted.  Last week it became apparent that Beckham’s self-confidence and perseverance had finally paid… READ MORE >

Northeast Hoops Festival – Sunday Afternoon Recap

Posted Sunday, April 13th, 2008

The New England Playaz, Nike Expressions Elite, and Connecticut Basketball Club all earned championships on Sunday afternoon.  The Playaz pulled away to earn the u17 title, while Expressions held on for the u16 crown, and CBC ran away with the u15 division.  In the 17 and under bracket the Playaz proved their superiority by defeating a very hard-nosed Rhode Island Breakers team in the quarterfinals, a talented CBC team in the semi’s, and a hungry Expressions squad in the final. … READ MORE >

Northeast Hoops Festival – Sunday Morning Recap

Posted Saturday, April 12th, 2008

This morning’s games gave us a great opportunity to check out some of the players who had been previously flying under the radar.  The younger players took to the court first, while the upperclassmen got into the act a little later on.  Championships Decided:Rhode Island Hawks Red and MB Nation – u13:  Both teams finished with undefeated records to win their respective pools.  Kudos to both organizations for having well coached and fundamentally sound teams.  Connecticut Basketball Club & Connecticut Force… READ MORE >

Northeast Hoops Festival – Saturday Afternoon Recap

Posted Friday, April 11th, 2008

In the 17 and under pools the New England Playaz, Nike Expressions Elite, Connecticut Basketball Club, Rhode Island Breakers, Rhode Island Hawks Black, Rhode Island Hawks Red, Wachusett Wolverines, and Connecticut Hoop Stars will all contend for the championship.  The Playaz survived a terrific performance from Ray Bowen and YABC to win their second pool play game.  Nate Lubick and Erik Murphy (20 points) both made their season debuts and were able to make the difference in the middle.  Nike… READ MORE >

Northeast Hoops Festival – Saturday Morning Recap

Posted Friday, April 11th, 2008

The theme of the first half of the day Saturday was the emergence of some quality prospects who had been previously flying under the radar.  Here is a look at some individuals and teams who have shined thus far: •  Koang Thok, MB Nation u16:  The Maine native proved himself to be one of the most exciting players in the 16 and under division.  He shot the ball well from the perimeter while also being explosive off the dribble when… READ MORE >

Northeast Hoops Festival – Friday Night Recap

Posted Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Connecticut Basketball Club had two dominating performances, in both the 17u and 15u age brackets.  Both teams bounced back after disappointing performances last week at the Playaz Spring Fling.  The 17u team dominated the Rhode Island Hawks White team with their full court pressure and transition offense.  Daryl McCoy led the way with 17 points as he ran the court, finished explosively in the open floor, and showed a nice shooting touch from the elbow.  Steven Samuels and Jeremy Moore… READ MORE >

Northeast Hoops Festival Begins Today

Posted Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Beginning tonight and lasting through late Sunday afternoon, many of the region’s best players will be at Connecticut College competing in the Northeast Hoops Festival.  A wide variety of college coaches are expected to be on hand as the talented roster of prospects will range all the way from unsigned seniors to talented freshman.  Here is a small sample of who will be in action. Unsigned seniors (class of 2008):  Zach Dugas; Tucker Esborn; Eric Callo; Sam Markle; Brian Fitzpatrick;… READ MORE >

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