As one can expect, Brewster Academy is loaded this year. There’s also a good mix of talent, especially on the perimeter, as they try to win a third straight NEPSAC Class AAA title.
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A lot to see at the 2014 Elite 75 Frosh/Soph Edition
At the 2014 New England Elite 75 Frosh/Soph Edition, there was plenty of talent to check out. We take a look at a few who stood out from the crowd.
Northfield Mount Hermon has simply become a solid program
Northfield Mount Hermon has gone from being known primarily for its academics to being a solid basketball program that wins just about every year. This time around, there is plenty of talent and experience to win more with.
St. Andrew’s has young talent to watch alongside veterans
St. Andrew’s has another good group, with some veterans being joined by promising young players. There will be growing pains, but there’s enough talent and experience to make a run this season.
Commonwealth Academy has plenty of talent and potential
The word “potential” comes up a lot in evaluating talent. In New England prep school basketball, perhaps no team will have that word associated with them more than young Commonwealth Academy.
Putnam Science is poised to continue building after last season’s success
We begin our tour of New England Prep Schools with a trip to Putnam Science Academy, which has been steadily building up to last season’s breakout year and now looks to follow up on that success.
Autonomy won’t be a blow to college basketball…yet
There’s much to learn about how big school autonomy is going to affect college sports. But autonomy itself won’t result in significant changes on the fields and courts of play. And in that, college basketball fans can take heart, at least for a while.
Mudiay’s sudden departure hurts SMU, but all is not lost
Emmanuel Mudiay’s decision to head overseas next season is likely not part of a trend, but a blow to SMU just as they look poised to become an NCAA Tournament team. Still, there is plenty of hope for the Mustangs even if their ceiling is lower.
EYBL Finals at Peach Jam – Sunday notes
The last day of the EYBL Finals at Peach Jam saw a contrast in teams who took home championships – one a repeat winner, one a team that didn’t even qualify for the event a year ago.
Peach State Summer Showcase and EYBL Finals – Saturday notes
A look back at some highlights from a busy Saturday of basketball at two events, with the stage being set for the last day at one of them.
