Posted Wednesday, December 25th, 2024
For over three decades, Coach Mike Hart has been a fixture in New England prep basketball, leading St. Andrew’s School to numerous wins throughout the years. Last week, Hart reached an extraordinary milestone: his 600th career win. Hart’s journey to coaching greatness began in Rhode Island where he’s carved his name into the state’s basketball history. Growing up in Smithfield, he was around the game from a young age due to his father, who founded the Smithfield Youth Basketball Association. After a standout high…
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Posted Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
In just the past 24 hours or so, two of the top prospects in the Maine Principals Association came off the board in Theo Pow (Colby) and Gabe Lash (USM). The two Next Level Athletics teammates had built a great reputation for themselves thriving in grassroots and high school play. Pow for his pace, athleticism and pure scoring prowess, while Lash is a physical rebounder with defensive ability to his game. The talent does not end here though, let's look at some…
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Posted Monday, December 23rd, 2024
The public school season has got rolling up here in the state of Massachusetts, and there are a ton of notable players in the are still on the board. Here are some guys I have taken note of as the season gets underway this winter. Kordell Philemon might be the best college prospect in the MIAA this season at Stoneham High School. Philemon has elite athleticism at 6'6", that allows him to dominate at this level. He's already had a 32 point…
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Posted Monday, December 23rd, 2024
The high school season has fully kicked off across all six of the New England states, and a number of noteworthy games took place. Here's some of the top videos we were collaborated with over the last week. #1 - Abdou Toure goes for 42 points in NDWH's season opener.Credit: @jaycizzyy/IG View this post on Instagram A post shared by CIZZY FILMZ???? (@jaycizzyy) #2 - Alex Egbuonu's hot start to his junior year continues, as his recruitment ascendsCredit: @splashproductions2/IG View this post…
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Posted Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Today, we’ve released the first iteration of the Rhode Island class of 2027 rankings. Elijah McNair kicks things off at the top, as the 6’4” guard has started for St. Andrew’s this season in AA play. McNair’s size, strength and pull-up shooting are notable as he continues to hone his game under Coach Hart. Devin Sone, a newly reclassed guard at Rocky Hill just kicked off his season with the squad. Sone brings a high motor to the floor with defensive skills…
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Posted Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Over the weekend, Putnam Science Academy went 3-0, capping off their appearance at the IMG Sunshine Prep Showcase in style as Head coach Tom Espinosa achieved his 500th career win. For Espinosa, winning is nothing new. Over nearly two decades, he has methodically built the PSA program into a perennial powerhouse, a team known for its dominance on the national prep basketball stage. Since 2018 alone, Espinosa’s Mustangs have claimed four National Prep Championships (2018, 2020, 2022, 2023). This past year, they…
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Posted Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
Over the weekend, Brewster Academy achieved a massive victory by defeating Montverde Academy, handing the program its first loss in 626 days. This historic win also marked another milestone for Brewster National head coach Jason Smith—his 650th career victory—continuing what is one of the most decorated coaching careers in the country. The win serves as a fitting testament to Coach Smith’s success. Last year, Brewster Academy’s National team joined the Nike EYBL Scholastic League, a move that took them out of the…
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Posted Monday, December 16th, 2024
The NERR Staff and I headed to the Hart Center at the College of the Holy Cross for a weekend of high-level academic prep hoops. Over 40 prep schools from across the Northeast came together to set the tone for the weekend. The stunning wooden courts added to the event's aesthetics, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the facility. Those in attendance also got to enjoy the amazing view overlooking Worcester, one of Massachusetts' largest cities. To start, here are…
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Posted Tuesday, December 10th, 2024
The most highly anticipated college decision in high school basketball has been revealed: AJ Dybantsa, the nation’s top-ranked prospect, has officially committed to BYU. A native of Brockton, Massachusetts, Dybantsa’s basketball journey has been nothing short of remarkable. From playing against older competition as a middle schooler to dominating at the highest levels of prep basketball, his rise to stardom has been widely expected.Trevor Mullin and AJ Dybonsta scored 29 and 23 points this morning for @stsebsbball.St. Seb’s program clearly going to…
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Posted Monday, December 9th, 2024
With Jalen Harper’s recent commitment to the University of Rhode Island, he joins fellow class of 2025 prospect Javon Perry in bolstering the Rams’ future lineup. These two promising recruits represent important additions as URI starts to build momentum under head coach Archie Miller. The Rams are off to a blazing 9-0 start this season in non-conference play, highlighted by an impressive victory over in-state rival Providence College. This hot streak has only added to the excitement surrounding the program, and Harper…
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