Milton Academy isn’t loaded, but they have some veterans in the backcourt and a couple of players up front with good potential that could make them a contender.
Author: Phil Kasiecki
New England Best 40 Brings Talent to Boston
The New England Best 40 Presented by Hoopville brought some good prospects, a number of whom have been under the radar, together for a few hours to go through some drills and games. We take a look back at the event and the talent that competed.
Amidst Changes in Class AA, Tilton Tries to Reign Supreme Again
Last year, the old Class B in NEPSAC had a new look as it became Class AA. Among other things, it became much more competitive from top to bottom than before. But one thing that didn’t change was the team that came out on top, as the Tilton School took home their fourth straight title. If they make it five in a row this time around, that wouldn’t be a surprise.
Northfield Mount Hermon Still Has Size, Now More Guards
In recent years, Northfield Mount Hermon has had plenty of size, and this season’s team is no different. But now there are more true guards on the roster, which should make this a little different team.
South Kent Has a Lot of Pieces to Work With
If there’s a team that appears to have a chance at topping Brewster Academy on paper, it’s a team at the other end of New England in South Kent. There is size, depth and some star power, which means Kelvin Jefferson again has a lot to work with.
No Surprise: Brewster is Loaded Once Again
It’s gotten to the point where anyone paying attention to NEPSAC fully expects Brewster Academy to have the most talent in Class AAA. This year’s team looks to fit that description, and that was true even before a recent addition made them even stronger.
With No Stars, St. Andrew’s Should Still Compete
St. Andrew’s has a younger group and no studs like Michael Carter-Williams or Ricardo Ledo, but Mike Hart seems fine with that. Instead, he has a team that might not pass the look test but doesn’t figure to be an easy out.
Youth Movement Takes Shape at Worcester Academy
The youth movement is in full effect at Worcester Academy, in contrast to what the team used to look like. Part of the youth movement is the result of a coaching change, as new coach Jamie Sullivan is going with a younger group to put his own stamp on the program right away.
New England Elite 75 Frosh/Soph Edition Moves to a New Location
After being held at Boston University for the entirety of its existence, the New England Elite 75 Frosh/Soph Edition moved south to the Mansfield Sportsplex this year. The freshmen competed well during their time, but at times the sophomores didn’t put on a good show.
Cushing Academy is a Little Deeper
Although it’s noticeable that Cushing Academy has had a nice influx of talent since last season, Barry Connors thinks his team isn’t very different at the top. Where the Cushing mentor sees the difference is in the depth he has after his starters and first reserve or two, and because of that they have a chance to contend in NEPSAC Class AA.
