2024 Class A Winter Showcase at Tabor Academy
The New England Prep School Athletic Conference (NEPSAC), established in 1942, is an athletic association of accredited New England prep schools. It spans seven states in the Northeast. For basketball, it has become a highly regarded, de facto feeder system for college basketball prospects. It runs various levels of play. In its Class A, B and C Divisions, participation is determined by the school's male-student-population. Alternatively, in Class AA and AAA, teams opt in. In doing so, they get expanded rules in terms of longer seasons and/or longer games in terms of minutes played.
NEPSAC, much like the NCAA, sanctions championship post-season tournaments in March. NEPSAC has committees choose and seed its top eight teams in each division for these tournaments. The challenge for the seeding committees for these tournaments is that their pool of candidates is spread over seven states, and thereby, don’t routinely play a full schedule against all the other candidates. To help that process, a number of efforts are made to get the likely contenders to play each other in various events.
To that end, on December 20-21, three schools host an annual NEPSAC Class A focused event that they call the Class A Winter Showcase. Below, we profile the players that will be playing at Tabor Academy in Marion, MA.
Schedule
Friday, December 20
3:30pm Milton Academy v Brunswick School
5:00pm Belmont Hill School v Avon Old Farms
6:30pm Trinity Pawling School v Tabor Academy
Saturday, December 21
10:00am Belmont Hill School v Brunswick School
11:30am Trinity Pawling School v Milton Academy
1:00pm Avon Old Farms v Tabor Academy
Tabor Academy from Marion, MA
Head coach: Coke Whitworth 2024-25 game schedule and results
Max Pearis (2025) 6’8, 200 lbs, forward - High-motor forward that finishes well around the rim with either hand. Excellent shooter with good range off the catch. Engaged and focused defender - very versatile - great switching on ball screens. Has been working on his on ball defending and rebounding at both ends of the floor this year. He is a very solid off-ball defender and rim protector. Receiving interest from high academic colleges. Plays AAU for Rhode Island Elite. High gpa
Daithi Quinn (2025) 6’4 guard - (East Carolina University commit) #12 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops. Quinn is a high-level competitor. Smart and very athletic wing that finishes well around the rim through contact with either hand. Also an excellent shooter with deep range off the dribble/catch/screens. Very active on- and off-ball defender who rebounds well on both ends of the floor. Averaged 23pts 5rbs and 2stls in 23/24 for Tabor. Was All-ISL and All-NEPSAC. Received multiple D1 offers, including Northeastern, UMASS, South Florida, William & Mary, Vermont, Towson, NJIT and had interest from Big East, ACC, Big10, A10 and Big South schools. Plays AAU for Middlesex Magic. Plays AAU ball with Middlesex Magic. Video highlights NERR profile
Trey Rezendes (2025) 5'10, 160 lbs, point guard - Ranked as #29 in Massachusetts by NERR. Smart and athletic lead guard that looks to push the pace and create. Finishes and makes accurate, on-time passes with either hand. Excellent shooter from the mid-range and possesses good range off the dribble/catch/screens. Takes pride in his on-ball defense. All-NEPSAC and All-ISL Honorable Mention - named Providence Journal First Team All-State, 1st Team All Division for East Providence High last year. Has interest from D1 schools. Plays AAU for Rhode Island Elite. NERR profile
Braden Yeomans (2025) 6’0, 160 lbs, guard - Yeomans is a shot maker from the college 3-point line and beyond. Works as hard on the defensive end of the floor as he does offensively. Has become a much more physical player in one year and has turned into a very good rebounder from the guard position. Continuing to develop college-level strength. Excellent passer who is always looking to make his teammates better. Has interest from High Academic D3. Plays AAU with LIT. 3.8 gpa
Sage Baptiste (2026) 6’7, 210lbs, wing - #19 ranked player in Massachusetts by NERR. Smart, physical and very athletic wing/forward that finishes well around the rim with either hand. Excellent shooter with very deep range off the catch. Really nice midrange abilities as well. Excellent rebounder on both ends of the floor. was named a Catholic Central League All-Star for Bishop Stang in the MIAA last year. Offered by Albany and is receiving recruitment from Buffalo, Penn and Stanford. Plays AAU for Team Sims. NERR profile
Robert Payne (2026) 6’2, 170lbs, guard - An athletic lefty combo guard. Shoots the ball well from deep off both the catch and bounce. Gets to the hoop at a high rate and has a knack for making on time and on target kick outs. A very good defender who plays with a healthy amount of anger. Played for Nashoba Regional High School this past season where he was named Mid-Wach B League First Team All-Star. Plays AAU with Team Sims.
Trevor Payne (2026) 6’4, 180lbs, guard/wing - New to Tabor this year. Very athletic and skilled guard/wing. Loves to push the pace on both sides of the ball. Sees the floor very well and is able to make quick decisions off the bounce. Excellent shooter with very deep range off the catch. Excellent midrange. Thrives guarding the other team’s best scorer. Played for Nashoba Regional High School this past season- was named to Worcester T&G Super Team and was Co-MVP of the Mid-Wach B League - Plays AAU with Team Sims. 3.9 gpa Video highlights
Aidrian Shepard Jr (2026) 6'3 guard - #19 ranked player in Massachusetts by NERR. Transferred in from Rocky Hill Country Day (RI) where he was their leading scorer. A big combo guard, Shepard has a solid frame and continues to impress as an athlete, now finishing plays with authority above the rim. He’s a tough defender, capable of guarding both spots in the backcourt, and is an impressive rebounder from the guard position. Offensively, he’s dynamic with the ball in his hands, showing the ability to get wherever he wants off the bounce. He’s a crafty finisher at the rim, showing the ability to finish with either hand in traffic. He’s continued to improve as a perimeter shooter and shows signs as a playmaker in the halfcourt. Offered by Bryant. NERR profile
Aiden Smith (2026) 5’11, 150 lbs, point guard - Crafty and versatile, super high-motor and IQ - finishes well around the rim with either hand. Excellent shooter with good range off the catch. Nice midrange off the bounce. Excellent rebounder from the guard position - is a very smart passer and an engaged and focused defender who takes pride in guarding the other team’s best scorer. Was named a Southeast Conference All Star for Dartmouth High in the MIAA last year. Plays AAU for Middlesex Magic. NERR profile
Avon Old Farms School from Avon, CT
Head coach: Matt Mihalich 2024-25 game schedule and results
Abdrahaman Coulibaly (2025) 6-5, 200lb, wing - (Rider University commit) Coulibaly is a high-level athlete who defends college-bound players, attacks the rim on offense, and can dribble into a clean jump shot. He was named to the first team of the Philadelphia Public League 2023-24. Received offers from Rider, Gardner Webb, Central Connecticut. RTB profile
Joel Nash (2026) 6-0, 160lb, point guard - Nash is an elite playmaker who can handle the ball in traffic and create for himself and others. He is a shot-maker and finisher, earning second team honors in the Founders League. He has an offer from Manhattan. A10 interest. RTB profile
Christopher Skenderi (2025) 6-7, 210lb, forward. A stretch big with a great touch around the rim. He is effective in pick-and-pop or pick-and-roll situations and can make shots out to 3-point range. He has a high pedigree, having played for Xavier High and Riverside Select. RTB profile
Sam Reznik (2025) a 6-3, 180lb, wing - Reznik is versatile and deceptively athletic, able to get into spaces and finish plays, and he makes catch-and-shoot shots. 3.7 gpa 1430 SAT RTB profile
Declan Griffiths (2027) 6-6, 185lb wing. Griffiths is an excellent shooter from beyond the arc. He continues to grow rapidly in height and length and is athletic with a smooth handle. High Major watch list. High academic. RTB profile
Michael Hoffman (2027) 6-6, 220lb, forward - Hoffman is a true big man, despite being an underclassman. He continues to grow and improve, showing himself to be a physical rebounder with great hands and feet. He has a high ceiling. Plays AAU with the NY Rens. High academic. RTB profile
Tyler Bergquist (2027) 6-3, 180lb wing. Bergquist is a dual-sport athlete (soccer) with a strong, fast, and athletic frame. He is a very skilled shooter and plays for Middlesex Magic 16u. 4.3 gpa RTB profile
Luke Everitt (2028) 6’5 forward - Everett is a repeat freshman He is a lefty, lanky forward who can stretch the floor. While he will need to get stronger, he has the tools to grow into a legitimate college prospect.
Belmont Hill School from Belmont, MA
Head coach: Corey Cofield 2024-25 game schedule and results
Giacomo Kaplan (2025) 5’10 guard - (Emory University commit) Kaplan is a lights-out shooter, with range well beyond the 3-point line. He is very versatile in that he can score in the paint, hit mid-range shots, and score from deep. Kaplan is both a playmaking and scoring point guard, with tight handles and a high IQ. A true floor general and a captain for the 2024-2025 season, Kaplan is poised to have a breakout summer. Plays AAU with Middlesex Magic. 3.9 gpa 1440 SAT Video Highlights
Clyde Kokora (2025) 6’5 guard/wing - Kokora is a long, athletic, skilled guard/wing, who can score off the dribble and from deep. Kokora made huge strides this spring and is ready to advertise his skills this summer. Kokora is a student of the game with a strong work ethic and basketball IQ. Plays AAU with ASA Hoops. 3.7 gpa
Isaiah Langham (2025) 6'5 guard- #17 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops. Langham is a strong and versatile combo guard who can drive to the basket at will, showcasing his ability to break down defenses. His finishing skills, even through contact, highlight his athleticism on the court. Langham is not just a scorer; he’s also capable of making plays for his teammates, emphasizing his playmaking ability. Additionally, his rebounding adds another aspect to his game. All NEPSAC as a junior. Has multiple D1 offers, including St. Bonaventure, Siena and Boston University. Plays AAU with Mass Rivals. NERR profile
James Lyon (2025) 6’2 guard - Lyon is active defender, guard 1-3. With crafty handles and eye for the floor, Lyon makes all those around him better. He can score in the paint or outside the arc. He is coachable and loves to compete. Plays AAU with Middlesex Magic. 3.3 gpa
Jamari Robinson (2025) 6’1 guard - Robinson is a combo guard that can defend positions 1-3 on the floor. He is an active defender who gets lots of deflections and steals from his activity on the ball. He can get into the paint when he wants and he is a sniper from behind the 3pt arc. He continues to prove that he is an elite player and has already caught the eye of several D-1 and D-3 schools. A smooth southpaw guard who is very athletic and fearless when he attacks the rim. Plays AAU with Expressions 17u EYBL. 3.3 gpa Video highlights
Jackson Bowhers (2027) 6’1 guard - Bowhers is an active, long guard who can defend 1-3 on the floor. He has a smooth mid-range game, which is complimented by his ability to run the floor and finish in traffic. Bowhers is a gym rat who wants to compete every time he’s on the floor. A multisport athlete at BH (Football, Lacrosse), Bowhers is set to have a huge summer. Plays AAU with Middlesex Magic. 3.5 gpa
Jack Hunnicutt (2027) 6’1 guard - Hunnicutt is a very athletic, active guard, who finishes in the paint and can shoot the mid-range shot very well. A very active and physical defender. Hunnicutt plays with confidence and toughness on both sides of the floor. While only a freshman this year on Varsity, Hunnicutt displayed qualities of a future leader/captain. Hunnicutt has already had a great spring and is looking forward to adding to it this summer. Plays AAU for Middlesex Magic. 4.4 gpa
Brunswick School from Greenwich, CT
Head coach: Nate Jean Baptiste 2024-25 game schedule and results
Will Graves Jr. (2025) 6’3 wing - (Boston College football commit) High-level athlete with the ability to get hot from 3 at any given time. Can guard 1-5 on the defensive end and plays with a level of physicality that makes him a different maker on that side of the floor. Natural leader who holds himself and his teammates to a high standard on and off the basketball court. 3.6 gpa RTB profile
Mason Jarvis (2025) 6'4 wing - Jarvis exemplifies a 'positionless player' with the ability to guard in the post and run the offense. He is a 3-level scorer, shooting above average from 3-point range and showcasing mid-range moves and creative finishes. He can pass off the dribble and make plays for others. Defensively, he's a lockdown defender with quick hands. A vocal leader, Jarvis has drawn interest from D2 and D3 schools as he enters his senior year. Plays AAU with Team Mega Wildcats. 3.2 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Jaylen Johnson (2026) 6'1 guard - Johnson is the ultimate lead guard with the ability to impact the game on both sides of the court. He consistently makes winning plays and finds a way to impact possessions with or without the ball. Defensively, his relentless tenacity disrupts opposing guards and teams. On offense, he's an efficient shooter from both 3-point and mid-range. Johnson plays off 2 feet, excels at making the right reads in two-man actions, and is a leader both on and off the court. Plays for Overtime Bandits under the Made Hoops Circuit. 3.7 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Rhaki Lum (2026) 6’2 point guard - Lum hails from Delaware and is a dynamic play-making guard with the ability to play on or off the ball. He elevates players around him and is a 3-level scorer with an innate ability to get downhill. His physicality and ball control allows him to get to his spots and consistently finish around the rim with creativity. He is a tough shot-maker, but his ability to stretch the floor from deep beyond the 3-point line separates him from most. Rhaki is an elite competitor and has garnered major D1 interest while playing on the UA circuit with We R1. He will be heavily recruited this season. 3.4 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Quinn Sheehy (2026) 6’3 wing - Sheehy is emerging as a player that will contribute to the team this year. His ability to shoot the ball and guard different positions makes him a promising option on the court. He plays with energy and poise. As he continues to get stronger and strengthen his skill-set, he will develop into a college prospect. Plays AAU for Riverside Hawks. 3.7gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Connor Robinson (2026) 6'4 wing - Robinson is the consummate team player with a knack for finding the ball anywhere on the court. He is an excellent offensive rebounder and plays with a level of energy and effort that is rarely seen. He is an elite screen-setter and is consistently active on both sides of the ball. His ability to stretch the floor from the 3-point line and push the ball up the court off the glass has college coaches interested. His game translates to the collegiate level. Plays AAU with Rens United. 3.8 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Brandon Jean (2027) 6’0 wing - Jean made a strong impression at the end of his freshman year and continued to make noise on the Puma circuit playing for Castle Athletics. As a mid-range assassin with the ability to shoot the 3, he is expected to continue impacting the game this season. He has the length to guard 3 positions and is primed to take his best step forward this season. As he becomes a student of the game and develops in all phases, he will continue to shoot up colleges’ recruiting lists. Plays AAU with Castle Athletics. 3.5 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Austin McLaren (2027) 6'0 wing - McLaren comes with an ability to defend the ball and play with physicality. He has the burst and athleticism to disrupt players and create opportunities for himself and others. As he continues to physically grow and develop his skill set, he will be able to make an impact for himself on the offensive side of the ball. Plays AAU with 6th Boro Hoops. 3.3 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Jayden Fisher (2028) 6’0 guard - Fisher projects to see valuable minutes as a freshman this year. He plays with a high basketball IQ, he and is a pesky ball-hawk on the defensive end. He excels at making the right play and finds a natural balance of scoring and distributing. Fisher boasts an array of moves to create space and get his shot off allowing him to be an efficient scorer on all 3 levels. His name will certainly be one to remember as he continues to develop. Plays AAU with NY Gauchos.
Milton Academy from Milton, MA
Head coach: Lamar Reddicks 2024-25 game schedule and results
Jack Watson (2025) 6’4 small forward – Watson is a do-it-all type of player on both ends. He can every position on the court. He is a high IQ player and can consistently knock down the open jumper. His versatility on both ends of the court is unique and very effective. He will post up smaller guards who cover him or space out slower defenders. He brings to the game whatever the game is needed. The more you watch of Watson the more you will like all of the things he does on the court. 3.7 gpa Video highlights
L.J. Reddicks (2026) 6’5 small forward – Reddicks plays at a higher level when playing in transition. He has developed a consistent jump shot from behind the arch, which allows him to stretch out the defense He is at his best when he plays with instincts and makes cuts and slips to the rim and utilize his size in certain match ups. He finishes above the rim on the break. He has worked to become a much better defender, allowing him to both forwards and guards. Video highlights NERR profile
Cole Simmons (2026) 6’1 shooting guard – Simmons is your 3 and D player. He can knock down shots at a high level. He has a very quick trigger and because of his accuracy, he is able to space out the court. On the defensive end of the floor, Simmons is our best communicator. He talks his way through defensive possessions and is excellent at moving his feet. He is able to cover multiple positions due to his communication, quick feet and desire to defend. Simmons comes from a very talented family, oldest brother plays hoops at Yale, middle brother will run track at Princeton and his dad was an accomplished runner at Princeton too. Simmons’ impact this year will be on both ends of the court. Video highlights NERR profile
Devan Williams (2026) 6’2 guard – Williams will play a large role on our team. The incoming guard was one of the best players in CT last year. His impact will be felt on both ends because he loves to compete. He is a creative finisher at the basket and a talented ball handler. He has excellent vision especially in the open court. He consistently knocks down shots and is real threat at each level. He is a hard worker who will only get better in these next two years here at Milton. He will be playing for Team New England this summer. Getting some DI interest. 4.6 gpa Video highlights
Reece Ayala (2027) 6’4 point guard – Ayala has great size and strength for the guard position. He can get to the rim with speed and power. He has developed a good mid-range game and continues to be a threat as a long-range shooter. The versatile defender that Ayala is allows him to cover 1-5 at times. He is quick enough to stay with quick guards and strong enough to play against bigger offensive players. Reece as the potential to be as good of a player that has played for Coach Reddicks at Milton Academy if he continues to improve as expected. Video highlights NERR profile
Spencer Booth (2027) 6’10 power forward – Booth has great height, length and athleticism. He can play with back to the basket and step out the three-point range. He runs well rim to rim. He is an impactful defender because of his shot blocking ability. He rebounds the ball outside of his space. As he gets older and stronger, he will be a force to deal with. 3.7 gpa Video highlights NERR profile
Ryan McLaughlin (2027) 6’3 guard – McLaughlin is a combo guard who can light it up from outside. He can finish in the lane and has an excellent midrange game. He can play on the ball and be a playmaker for others. His compete level is always at a 10 and is never afraid of the big moment. McLaughlin will continue to get bigger, faster, and stronger which will make him even more dangerous. His basketball IQ is very high; when he is at his best, he sees the game at a different level, which makes him fun to watch. 3.7 gpa Video highlights
Connor Noel (2027) 6’5 small forward – Noel is a big time shot maker. He brings great size and length to his position and is sharp shooting forward who is also a sneaky good defender. If he has his feet set, there is a high percentage that he is going to knock down the shot and he might make his next three or four shoots after that. He has excellent basketball instincts, and he will only improve the other aspects of his game as he is getting stronger and developing other parts of his game. 4.5 gpa Video highlights NERR profile
Trinity-Pawling School from Pawling, NY
Head coach: Tarik Smith 2024-25 game schedule and results
Abdul-Malik Akewushola (2025) 6’8 forward - Malik-Akewushola has good footwork around the rim. He plays above the rim and is a strong finisher. 3.5 gpa RTB profile
Ryan Bellamy (2025) 5’9 point guard - Bellamy is a quick guard with a good handle and the ability to run an offense. He is also a good on-ball defender. RTB profile
Jace Emerson (2025) 6’5 small forward - Emerson is a strong wing with range out to the 3 line. He also has good footwork around the rim, which makes him a inside-outside dual threat. RTB profile
Jaice Martabano 6’2 (2025) guard - Martabano is a pass-first guard that does a great job moving the ball and attacking lanes. He is a scoring guard with range from 3. He has good size for the guard position. Plays AAU with Cap City. 3.8 gpa RTB profile
Benedek Maly (2025) 6’7 wing - Powerful downhill lefty wing, junkyard dog mentality. Relentless straight line driver, can guard 2 through 4 and effectively play a small-ball 5. NESCAC recruitment to date, but low major, high academic interest is possible. Plays AAU with Rens United. 3.8 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Michael Malachi (2026) 6'0 point guard - Malachi is a very quick guard who is very difficult to stay in front of. He can penetrate the paint and create shots for himself and others. He also shoots the three. Plays AAU with Team OPI. 3.4 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Ben Ayugi (2027) 6'9 forward - #19 ranked player in New York by Prep Hoops. Ayugi is a big-time force in the paint, dominating the low post with his physical presence. He finishes with authority, often powering through defenders to score at the rim. His exceptional hands make him a reliable target on the catch, allowing him to secure passes with ease. With his combination of strength and skill, Ayugi is a player who consistently impacts the game down low and in multiple facets. He is also a solid jump shooter. Plays AAU with Riverside Hawks. RTB profile
Liam Norton (2027) 6’5 guard - Norton is a shooter with good size, and he can put the ball on the floor. He has lots of upside. 3.6 gpa RTB profile
Jackson Connors (2028) 6'2 guard - Connors is a shooter with range, and he is crafty with the ball.
Teddy Murphy (2028) 5’9 point guard - Murphy is quick with a good handle. He also has range from deep.
Aaden Walters (2028) 6’0 guard - Aaden Walters is an aggressive guard and a good slasher. He also shoots with range.
Anthony Walters (2028) 6’0 point guard - Anthony Walters is a lead guard with good handle and playmaking ability.