2024 Rivers School Holiday Tournament College Prospects
The New England Prep School Athletic Conference (NEPSAC), established in 1942, is an athletic association of accredited New England prep schools. That covers seven states in the Northeast. It runs various levels of play. For basketball, it has become a highly regarded, de facto feeder system for college basketball prospects. Its Class B Division is derived from its mid-sized, in terms of male-student-population, schools.
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 19-21, The Rivers School is hosting a six team, Class B-focused tournament in Weston, MA. Below, we profile those teams and their players.
Schedule
Thursday, December 19
6:00 pm Beaver Country Day School v Rivers School
7:30 pm Governors Academy v Frederick Gunn School
Friday, December 20
11:00 am Frederick Gunn School v Brooks School
12:45 pm Beaver Country Day School v Proctor Academy
3:30 pm Brooks School v Governors Academy
5:15 pm Proctor Academy v Rivers School
Saturday, December 21
10:30am 5th Place Game
12:15pm 3rd Place Game
2:00pm Championship Game
Rivers School from Weston, MA
Head coach: Keith Zalaski 2024-25 game schedule and results
Andrew Alekseyenko (2025) 6’8 small forward - (Colgate University commit) Alekseyenko is a strong mobile 4 who can play and score both inside and outside. All NEPSAC as a junior. Plays AAU with Team White Mamba. Video highlights NERR profile
Ryan Altman (2025) 6’6 shooting guard - (UPENN commit) #16 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops. Altman is an impressive athlete with great defensive ins tincts in the passing lanes. He makes shots in bunches from behind the arc and has an improved feel as a playmaker. He really attacks the rim off the bounce. All NEPSAC as a junior. All League ISL as a junior. Plays AAU ball with Middlesex Magic. NERR profile
Robby Fiore (2025) 6'2 combo guard - (Babson University commit) Fiore is an explosive athlete who finishes above the rim and is a blur in transition. Three level scorer who shoots the 3 at a high clip (43% last season) and uses athleticism to his advantage on the perimeter defensively. All-NEPSAC Honorable Mention as a junior.
Chais Harriette (2026) 6’1 point guard - Twitchy guard with a deep bag of hesitations and crossovers to create space for shots. He gets downhill with a quick first step to score around the basket or spray the ball to cutting teammates. Uses his length and athleticism to keep people in front on the perimeter. NERR profile
Pat Costello (2028) 6'4 wing - Well-rounded player with a capable three-point shot. He possesses athleticism, enabling him to finish plays above the rim with ease. Skilled playmaker who excels at reading the defense and making quick, effective passes on the court. NERR profile
Drew Carlson (2028) 6'1 point guard - Skilled lead guard with range to three. Crafty finisher in the paint who does a good job using pivots and jump-stops to create finishing angles. Tenacious on ball defender. Was named to the Under Armour Future Stars game this summer. NERR profile
Beaver Country Day School from Chestnut Hill, MA
Head coach: Juan Figueroa 2024-25 game schedule and results
Lino Sanchez (2026) 6'0 shooting guard - A complete basketball player, very athletic, silky smooth ball handler, lights out 3 point shooter with extended range. He rebounds well for his position and competes on both sides of the ball. Very high ceiling!
Roee Josephy (2026) 6'1 small forward - Josephy is a strongly built, downhill player who will get to the basket and score against the bigs. He is an improving ball handler and shot maker.
Luke Spellman (2026) 5'11 shooting guard - Spellman is the best pure shooter on the team, and you will not find a better high school 3 point shooter. He is a great team player with an improving overall skill set.
Devin White (2027) 5'10 point guard - White is at his best when creating for others. He has the ability to have big games, for example he averaged 18 ppg during the holiday tournament last year. He is a very good three point shooter. He has a very high ceiling as he learns to play through contact and gains strength. He is very young for his grade. NERR profile
Darrell Nderitu (2027) 6'6 forward - Nderitu is coming off an injury which caused him to miss entire season last year. As his strength and conditioning improves, he will be a force on both sides of the ball. He is a very good three point shooter.
Jalen Rogers (2027) 6'8 forward - Rogers is a long and very skilled wing forward. He has great timing as a shot blocker. He can really stretch defenses with his outside shooting. He is very physically young and once his body and game mature, his upside will be tremendous. Very high ceiling. NERR profile
Jonathan Bernstein (2028) 6'2 guard - Bernstein has a great feel for the game. Good ball handler who plays under control. Excellent three point shooter with very good court vision.
Brooks School from North Andover, MA
Head coach: Kenya Jones 2024-25 game schedule and results
Emersen Davis (2025) 6’0 guard - Davis is a lightning-quick lefty guard with a smooth jump shot that extends well beyond the three-point line. Quick first step allows him to get to the basket in a hurry and finish among taller defenders. Pesky on the defensive end and defends 94 feet keeping his opponent contained the length of the court. All NEPSAC Honorable Mention as a sophomore and All-ISL Honorable Mention as a junior. Plays AAU for Ayo Dos Elite. Video highlights
Alex Wilkins (2025) 6'5 guard - (Furman University commit) #15 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops. All NEPSAC as a junior. All ISL First Team as a junior. Wilkins is a long and rangy lead guard who scores it seamlessly at all 3 levels. Range extends well beyond the 3-point line. High I.Q. and a heady decision-maker out of the pick and roll. Effectively uses his length and quickness to cause havoc on the defensive end. Continues to get stronger and his best basketball is still ahead of him. Holds multiple D1 offers, including Davidson, Townson State, Miami of Ohio, Holy Cross and Boston University. Plays AAU with Middlesex Magic. Video highlights NERR profile
Harryns Cantave (2026) 6’5 small forward - Cantave is a junior with a ton of potential and confidence. His long wingspan and good timing allow him to disrupt shots on the defensive end. Solid footwork in the post and is able to stretch his game to the 3-point line consistently. Rebounds the ball well and his body continues to fill out and get stronger. Plays with incredible effort and energy. Plays AAU with Undivided.
Riley Clarke (2026) 6’7 forward - Clarke is a sharp-shooting stretch forward with a consistent release from downtown. Equally effective on the inside and finishes with a soft touch. Attacks the glass on both ends and plays with relentless energy. All-NEPSAC Honorable Mention and All-ISL Honorable Mention as a sophomore. Plays AAU with The Club New England. Video highlights NERR profile
Trokon Harris (2026) 6’1 point guard - #58 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops. Harris is a pass-first lead guard who gets downhill and plays with his head up looking to set up his teammates. Relentlessly attacks the rim and finishes with an array of moves using both hands. Tough to contain off the bounce and jump shot continues to improve. Takes pride on the defensive end and uses his incredible wingspan to disrupt his opponent on the ball and in passing lanes. All-NEPSAC Honorable Mention and All-ISL Honorable Mention as a sophomore. Plays AAU with Mass Rivals. Video highlights NERR profile
Joey Olivieri (2026) 5’9 point guard - Olivieri is a hard-nosed guard who doesn’t back down from a challenge and is still growing. He is a lights-out sharpshooter with unlimited range and a quick release. His dad coached at Babson, Stonehill, and WPI so Olivieri has a high IQ and knows what it takes to win. He plays with incredible heart and hustles on both ends of the floor and is a great teammate. Olivieri is a gym rat who works on his game and strength daily. Plays AAU for Prodigy Basketball. 3.9 gpa
Noah Walker (2026) 6'6 small forward - Walker is a skilled and athletic hybrid forward who possesses adept inside-outside offensive capabilities. Uses his strong frame to set tough screens and carve out space in the interior to score in the paint. Possesses solid footwork with an array of moves in the post. Has a smooth and consistent jumper that stretches out to the 3-point line. Defensive versatility allows him to guard bigger guys in the post and smaller guards on the perimeter. Has a relentless motor on both ends. Plays AAU with RI Elite. Video highlights NERR profile RTB profile
Izzy Wane (2026) 6’4 small forward - Wane is a smooth young player with a high ceiling and tons of potential. His dad, Souleymane Wane, was a 6'11 center for the UConn Huskies who graduated in 2001, so basketball genes are in his bloodline. With his height and length, Wane has the ability to stretch the floor as a deep threat. Has a smooth jumper and a crafty game where he looks to attack poor closeouts with an array of finishes and a high floater. Tremendous potential going into his junior year. Plays AAU for Prodigy. 3.5 gpa NERR profile
Pocholo Castaneda (2027) 5’10 point guard - Castaneda is a feisty guard from Canada with a ton of potential. Possesses incredible quickness, agility, and has a high IQ. Excels in creating scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. A strong defender who uses his athleticism to harass the ball and disrupt passing lanes. A reliable shooter off the catch and the bounce.
DJ Cassamajor (2027) 6’0 guard - Cassamajor is a strong, sturdy guard who embraces contact and plays relentlessly downhill. Gets to the basket and finishes well for his size with toughness and great body control. A pit bull defensively and wants to guard 94 feet. Good form and range on his jump shot and is able to stretch the defense out to the 3-point line. Plays AAU with Mass Rivals. 4.0 gpa. Video highlights
Jayden Gibson (2028) 6’3 guard - Gibson is big-bodied guard who knows how to use his frame and create space. Gibson plays with pace and is equally effective with or without the ball in his hands. He is a sharp decision maker out of the pick and roll and looks to set his teammates up with easy buckets or attacks the rim off the bounce relentlessly. Gibson is a pit bull on defense keeps the ball in front of him with great lateral quickness and strength. He’s not yet done growing and his ceiling is sky high. NERR profile
Max Maturah (2028) 6’0uard - Maturah has incredible potential as a lead guard. He is nifty with the ball in his hands and makes the right play out of the pick and roll. Maturah can shoot off the catch and bounce and has a nice floater in the paint. He plays a balanced game with a ton of confidence and as his frame continues to fill out, he will be tough to defend. Defensively Maturah uses his long wingspan to keep defenders in front and uses his instincts to disrupt the passing off the ball lanes. Maturah is one to watch as the years progress. NERR Profile
Jack Rousmaniere (2028) 6’6 forward - Rousmaniere possesses incredible length which shows out on both ends of the court. He’s confident in his offensive arsenal which includes a soft touch in the paint, a steady improving pull-up jumper, and a consistent 3 point shot. Defensively, Rousmaniere does a great job keeping the ball in front of him and alters shots without fouling. As his body continues to grow, so will his game and he is on a special trajectory. NERR profile
Frederick Gunn School of Washington, CT
Head coach: Brian Konik 2024-25 game schedule and results
Maxwell Hall (2025) 6’7, 228lb power forward – A defense-first and hustle player, He is also an effective screener in P&R. Uses his physicality and size to impact the game. Rebounder and rim protector. Confident in catch and shoot situations. Plays AAU with Team Overtime Bandits. 3.3 gpa Video highlights
Kasim Mirza (2025) 6’6.5 190lb wing - A three level scorer with impressive range that can consistently knock down shots in traffic. His size, basketball IQ and ability to finish in traffic and at the rim make him a dangerous inside/outside threat. Mirza also displays intelligent passing and a playmaking ability that makes him exceptionally difficult to guard. He is a tough rebounder and smart defender that is always looking to take the charge. Leading Scorer in New York Section 1 AAA play for 2023-24. Averaged 20 pts, and 8 rbs. 2023-24 All State NY, LoHud All Star, Plays AAU with Chris Ward Basketball. 4.0 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Harrison Muntner (2025) 6’4,175lb guard - (Hobart College commit) Wing that excels in 3-point shooting and uses footwork and creativity to finish around the rim. His high release point makes closing out on him very difficult. All conference first team (ACIS) after scoring 20 PPG as a senior and plays for Pro Level Titans. 3.2 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Adrien Quiros (2025) 6’0, 175lb guard - Combo guard who can score at all three levels on a high level and can also get his teammates involved. Averaged 18ppg his senior year at Trinity Prep (FL) and was nominated for FACA District 9 Player of the Year for Class 3A. 3.2 gpa Video highlights
Langston Woods (2025) 6’6, 210lb wing - Entering his second year in NEPSAC, Woods is a formidable presence on both offense and defense. His strength allows him to guard taller players effectively and dominate rebounds. With his length, he's a solid perimeter defender and a sharpshooter from beyond the arc. Plays AAU with City Rocks Hope EYCL. 3.8 gpa Good SAT Video highlights RTB profile
Tommy Misukanis (2026) 6'9, 205lbs forward - A skilled, left-handed big that can stretch the floor. Impacts the game on the defensive side by protecting the rim and effectively uses his length and lateral quickness on the perimeter. Offensively can score by hitting shots off the catch, in the post and is creative handling the ball. D1 prospect. 3.8 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Justin Robinson (2027) 6’0, 170lb point guard - An explosive above the rim athlete who thrives in drive and kick, and screen and role situations. A strong and quick full court defender who picks up full court and disrupts offenses. Strong leadership, extension of the coach and is a great teammate on and off the court. A two-time sectional champion, closing in on being a 1,000 point scorer. Averaged over 22pts, 5asts, and 6rebs. Has attracted D1 interest. Plays AAU with City Rocks. 3.3 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Jahmez Reaves (2028) 6'2, 180 lb guard - After an impressive spring in grassroots ball, Reaves is trending as one of the top ranked guards in his class. A powerful guard who is known for his exceptional passing skills and court vision. Attacks the rim and showcases impressive scoring touch. Size and defensive versatility enables him to guard multiple positions effectively. Jahmez demonstrates a knack for elevating the play of his teammates and controlling the tempo of the game. Plays AAU with City Rocks Albany EYBL. RTB profile
Governor’s Academy from Byfield, MA
Head coach: Sean McGonagill 2024-25 game schedule and results
Tait Christensen (2025) 6'8 small forward - Christensen has length, a great shooting stroke and an ability to protect the rim. He handles the ball well for his size and is an adept passer. He has great burst as an athlete and will get up and play over the rim. Christensen has received a lot of interest from high academic schools that have seen him play in New England. Plays AAU with Team Sims. 4.5 gpa 1490 SAT Video highlights
Thomas Ferdinando (2025) 6'1 guard - (Babson College commit) - One of New England’s top perimeter shooters, Ferdinando is the ultimate green light type of guy. He has in the gym range, can score off the catch or the bounce, and does a great job of moving without the basketball. He’s a high IQ player on the perimeter who makes good decisions with the basketball, makes some impressive passes in the halfcourt, and can get by the initial defender off the bounce. His pull up game is strong and he’s continued to improve as a scorer in the paint. Defensively, he can guard either backcourt spot and does a good job of moving his feet to stay in front of opposing ball handlers. 4.0 gpa
Joey Hart (2025) 6'5 small forward - (Claremont McKenna College commit) Hart had a strong summer on the grassroots circuit, again proving to be a versatile wing that can impact games on both ends of the floor. Offensively, he does a great job of playing as a connector, doing whatever is needed on that end. He’s a terrific offensive rebounder, a willing ball mover, and has the ability to attack the rim off the bounce. He has a consistent perimeter jumper, does a good job of moving without the ball, and can really run the floor in transition. Defensively, he is a jack-of-all-trades type defender that can guard up and down a lineup. He’s proven to be an intelligent defender that rebounds at a high level and knows where to be in team schemes. Hart is the ultimate competitor who should help win a lot of games in his four years. Plays AAU with Middlesex Magic. 4.0 gpa NERR profile
Momo Nkugwa (2025) 6'3 guard - (University of Vermont commit) Nkugwa is a high flying guard who had a strong showing this summer in grass roots ball. The lefty is a dynamic athlete that can guard all three perimeter positions, is terrific defensively at the point of attack, and can really rebound from the guard spot. Offensively, he’s electric in transition where he does a great job of finishing around the rim. He’s continued to improve his perimeter jumper which has helped to open up his driving game. Not only is he an athletic and powerful finisher at the rim, but he’s shown the ability to finish plays with some creativity as well. Vermont continues to recruit at a high level and landing Nkugwa should help to keep them competitive in the America East, as he profiles as a future All-League candidate. is both a threat from deep and an athletic finisher at the rim. He embraces defense and rebounding. All NEPSAC as a junior. Plays AAU with Mass Rivals. Video highlights
Will Wertz (2025) 6'4 guard - (Skidmore College commit) Wertz was a standout at the NEPSAC Showcase in June, and he also had a terrific summer playing grassroots ball which put his name on the map as a high level prospect. With good positional size and solid feel for the game, Wertz profiles as a do-it-all wing at the next level. A high-level shooter from behind the arc, Wertz moves well without the ball and quickly explodes into his shot. He’s a fluid mover that can put the ball on the floor for multiple bounces while making good reads. Defensively, he moves well laterally and does a good job of rotating out of the help position. He can guard multiple positions and rebounds by the rim in space. Gyms will certainly be filled with high academic coaches for his games this winter and he should be a standout in the NEPSAC for Governor’s. Plays AAU with the Middlesex Magic. 3.4 gpa
Sam Murray (2027) 6'2 guard - Murray is bouncy and has an untapped upside to his game. He is dangerous in the open court and can throw it down with charisma and joy. Murray is also good in the half-court, acting as a knockdown shooter from deep off the catch and cutting to the rim for easy baskets. He should be able to do more on the offensive when given the opportunity. However, the defense is what makes Murray stand out. He’s got a terrific defensive stance and overall demeanor, which helps him rack up steals and create turnovers. Murray also has a feel for timing on weak-side block attempts. This is a player who is primed for a big jump soon and will be heavily monitored as a result.
Magezi Nkugwa (2027) 6'0 guard - Nkugwa Is a standout facilitator. He communicates plays and where to be to his guys extremely well, he and sets up his teammates for backdoors and open shots. He’s especially effective in pick and roll scenarios. His midrange game is deadly, which forces the help to step up, leaving his big man wide open in the paint. Magezi can do more than just facilitate however, as he is equally impressive in the iso. He can knock down the trey or get to the rim. His craftiness around the rim definitely sets him apart from other guards, and when watching him you wouldn’t be able to guess which hand is his dominant! He finishes with both hands at an equal level. Magezi is an extremely physical defender and is quick to stay in front in the full court.
Garrett Org (2027) 6'6 forward - Org demonstrated an impressive skill set and a smooth pace Additionally, his ball-handling skills were imminent, showcasing versatility in his game beyond scoring. Org’s consistency in getting to the paint highlighted his agility and ability to break down the defense, creating scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. His combination of driving prowess, ball control, and scoring ability were big time.
Steven Pridgen (2027) 6'3 guard - Pridgen, one of the more athletic underclassman guards in the region, had a strong summer on the travel circuit. A physical guard that knows how to play on both ends of the floor, Pridgen will be a key piece at Governor’s Academy this winter. Right now, he thrives on the defensive end of the floor, taking full advantage of his athletic gifts. He’s tough at the point of attack, physical with bigger opponents, and has the quickness laterally to stay in front of smaller guards. He’s a good rebounder that can grab and go in transition, making high level plays in the open floor. A lefty, he does a good job of getting downhill off the bounce and finishing through contact at the rim. He’s become a consistent threat to knock down shots from the perimeter and does a good job of running wide and spotting up in transition. The sophomore should take a big leap this year and could be an underclassman standout in the NEPSAC. Plays AAU with Mass Rivals. 3.4 gpa NERR profile
Proctor Academy from Andover, NH
Head coach: Ben Bartoldus 2024-25 game schedule and results
Wilkin Paulino (2025) 6'3 guard - (University of Albany commit) #11 ranked player in New Hampshire by NERR. Paulino is known for his scoring versatility and high basketball IQ. He can create opportunities at all three levels, excelling in his shot selection and playmaking abilities. His tenacity on defense makes him a formidable opponent, always pressuring and challenging plays. Wilkin’s all-around skill set and commitment to both ends of the floor make him a natural leader. NERR profile
Chris Chol (2025) 6'7 forward - Chol does a little bit of everything to put his team in a position to win. He is a reliable and consistent scorer who can stretch defenses and will dominate defenders at the 1st and 2nd level. He traditionally finds himself defending opponents' best players whether they're guards or bigs. He has tremendous presence on the glass and continually disrupts shots defensively.
Brode Frink (2026) 6'5 small forward - #6 ranked player in New Hampshire by NERR. Frink is known for his slashing ability and athleticism. He’s evolving his game at the second level and quickly becoming a threat from deep, adding versatility to his offensive profile. A natural at finding the ball, Brode rebounds effectively for his position, capitalizing on second-chance opportunities. His defensive IQ is also on the rise, making him a well-rounded player on both ends of the floor. Drawing D2 interest as a rising junior. NERR profile
Khari Bryan (2026) 6'3 point guard - A skilled floor general with an exceptional basketball IQ, thriving in pick-and-roll scenarios and embodying a coach’s vision on the court. Known for his defensive intensity, he consistently anticipates plays and makes game-changing decisions at key moments. With strong first- and second-level skills, Khari is adding a third-level game off the dribble, rounding out his already impressive offensive skill set.
Finn O'Neill (2026) 6'4 small forward - O'Neill is known for his third-level scoring threat and solid basketball IQ. With a developing defensive awareness, he continues to expand his impact on both ends of the court.
Manny Fosu (2027) 5'9 guard - Fosu has a strong ability to put the ball in the basket at all levels. He is a spark of energy that can fill it up in waves. He is starting to piece together the game and has a blossoming IQ. He brings a very strong intensity to the defensive side of the basketball. NERR profile
Andrew Huff (2027) 6'3 guard - Huff has a strong basketball IQ. He is a natural scorer that can create at all levels. He is a reliable defender and a solid presence on the glass.
Sean McLaurin (2027) 6'2 wing - This sophomore is a 3rd level threat.
Myke Brown (2028) 6'0 wing - The team's youngster is a 3rd level threat who also has a very high basketball IQ and strong defensive awareness.