Last season was a banner year on the hardwood for Phillips Exeter, known much more for academics than athletics. This year will be different in a few ways, but a few key things will stay the same as well.
Tag: Prep School Tour 2013
At Brewster Academy, emerging talent may be the story
We’ll get the obligatory description out of the way: Brewster Academy has lots of talent. But they also have some complementary pieces who could really emerge and be difference-makers for this team.
At Marianapolis, the competition begins at home
Marianapolis Prep will look to improve upon last season’s Class AA quarterfinal appearance. They will field a very competitive team, and there will be competition from within as well.
St. Thomas More has talent, shooters and a very intriguing prospect
Jere Quinn’s teams at St. Thomas More are always well worth watching, and this year is no different. They have a lot going for them, including a very intriguing prospect.
Putnam Science looks ready to continue its rise
Putnam Science has been on a nice rise the last few years to significantly raise its profile. This season should see a continuation of that, as they once again have a good group of guards to lead the way.
At Northfield Mount Hermon, a championship changes little
Not much will change at Northfield Mount Hermon after a prep national championship last season save for a few names and faces, and that should be just fine.
Point guards lead the way at South Kent on a hot day
South Kent has a lot of parts, led by their point guards. That much was certainly in evidence despite the unexpected hot weather leading to a shortened workout.
Tilton not a big favorite but has the talent to contend again
It wasn’t all that long ago that Tilton had the most talented team in its NEPSAC class by a good margin. They are hardly lacking talent now, and in a very even Class AA they have enough talent to be a contender.
With lots of guard depth, St. Andrew’s can contend again
The first stop on the prep school tour this year is St. Andrew’s, a team that was so close to a title last season. This time around, good guard depth is a big reason they could contend once again.