2024 Guards to Keep an Eye on at the #S16

2024 Guards to Keep an Eye on at the #S16

Posted Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023

We will be talking about some 2024 guards to watch at this weekend's #S16 at Connecticut College and the surrounding CT shoreline area.  Leonidas Vlogianitis 6’2 Guard (Crown Basketball/Cheshire Academy): Vlogianitis is a heady guard who makes timely cuts, drains spot-up treys, and hits runners when attacking closeouts. He won 2022-23 Conference A2 Player of the Year at Garden City HS.  Jay Jones 6’4 Guard (Middlesex Magic/Rivers School): Jones is a big guard who spaces the floor and creates shots for… READ MORE >

#S16 Tips-Off This Weekend

#S16 Tips-Off This Weekend

Posted Monday, May 22nd, 2023

The #S16 is back beginning on Saturday at Connecticut College and the surrounding CT shoreline area.   Every Memorial Day weekend, NERR hosts some of the top programs from around the northeast, and beyond. Past champions include the likes of PSA Cardinals, New England Playaz, New Heights, BABC, Mass Rivals, Middlesex Magic, New York Rens, and others. The event has become a must attend for college coaches and has unparalleled media coverage. The Super 16 Showcase originated as an invite only… READ MORE >

Ryan Reaches Division One Goal

Ryan Reaches Division One Goal

Posted Friday, May 19th, 2023

Worcester Academy & BABC big man Declan Ryan recently announced his commitment to Holy Cross.  Before coming to New England, Ryan played at Canisius HS in Buffalo, New York. He had an outstanding final year for the Crusaders, leading them to an NYSCHSAA Class A State Title. Ryan averaged 20.6 points, 9.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists, earning MMHSAA Boys All-Catholic Player of the Year.  A decision was made shortly after that season to do a postgraduate year at Worcester Academy… READ MORE >

Akintolu Headed to NJIT

Akintolu Headed to NJIT

Posted Thursday, May 18th, 2023

Avon Old Farms School & Rens United forward Jeffrey Akintolu recently announced his commitment to NJIT.  Akintolu, a native of England, attended Kiski School in Pennsylvania before coming to New England. He earned a starting role for the Cougars during their COVID shortened 2021-22 season.  His only year in the NEPSAC was a successful one. Akintolu helped lead the Winged Beavers to 16 wins and a Class A Semifinal berth. He also averaged 13 points and 8.2 rebounds per game.… READ MORE >

Power & Jackson Lead Final New England 2023 Rankings

Power & Jackson Lead Final New England 2023 Rankings

Posted Wednesday, May 17th, 2023

We will now be releasing the final rankings of New England’s 2023 class.  TJ Power from Worcester Academy and Elmarko Jackson from South Kent School earned the top two spots. Power, headed to Duke, stuffed the sheet en route to Worcester winning a NEPSAC Class AA Title. Jackson, bound for Kansas, led South Kent to a NEPSAC Class AAA Title with his impressive two-way game.  The Brewster Academy duo of Solomon Ball and Carey Booth come in at three and… READ MORE >

Hoop Group New England Jam Fest - Sunday Blog

Hoop Group New England Jam Fest - Sunday Blog

Posted Tuesday, May 16th, 2023

NERR scout Dylan Thayer was on hand at Dana Barros Basketball Club in Stoughton, MA for the Hoop Group New England Jam Fest this past weekend. In case you missed any of the action, here is a rundown from him on some of the Sunday standouts.  2024 Ajay Lopes of LIT and Wareham HS had a big game. Had numerous drives where he changed speeds and flew through traffic. Does a good job of drawing the defense in to get teammates involved, and made… READ MORE >

Hoop Group New England Jam Fest - Saturday Blog

Hoop Group New England Jam Fest - Saturday Blog

Posted Monday, May 15th, 2023

NERR scout Dylan Thayer was on hand at Dana Barros Basketball Club in Stoughton, MA for the Hoop Group New England Jam Fest this past weekend. In case you missed any of the action, here is a rundown from him on some of the Saturday standouts.  2024 Lenny Tangishaka of @BayStateJags is very active on the defensive side of the ball. Highlighted by a chase-down block and some steals. Also made timely cuts to the basket on offense. @NERRHoops pic.twitter.com/ZGL76AsCp2 — Dylan Thayer (@DylanThayer0)… READ MORE >

Smith Jr Picks Central Connecticut State

Smith Jr Picks Central Connecticut State

Posted Friday, May 12th, 2023

Vermont Academy wing Darin Smith Jr announced his commitment yesterday to Central Connecticut State.  Before coming to the NEPSAC, Smith Jr played for Springfield Central. He was a part of a team his freshman year which went 22-1 and made it to the 2020 MIAA Division One State Finals.  After losing his sophomore season due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, Smith Jr chose to attend VA beginning in the fall of 2021. He made a smooth adjustment to the elevated competition… READ MORE >

Turkson Commits to Texas A&M

Turkson Commits to Texas A&M

Posted Thursday, May 11th, 2023

2024 Bradford Christian Academy & Mass Rivals forward George Turkson announced his commitment last night live on 247Sports to Texas A&M.  Before coming to the NEPSAC, Turkson played for Lowell HS. In a COVID shortened 2020-21 season, he averaged eight points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks to help the Red Raiders finish 6-2.  His first season at BCA was a success. Turkson earned a starting spot for a Sentinels team that made the AA Semifinals and earned a National Prep… READ MORE >

Power and Norman Headline Massachussetts’ 2023 Class

Power and Norman Headline Massachussetts’ 2023 Class

Posted Wednesday, May 10th, 2023

We are now onto our last 2023 state rankings with Massachusetts.  The Worcester Academy duo of TJ Power and Tre Norman earned the top two spots. Power, headed to Duke, is a skilled forward who can impact games in various ways outside of scoring. Norman, bound for Marquette, is a combo guard with toughness, competitiveness, and pull-up shooting.  Marvin Musiime-Kamali from Cushing Academy and Jayden Ndjigue from Rivers School come in at four and five. Musiime-Kamali, on his way to… READ MORE >

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