NEPSAC Class B Tip Off Showcase at Marianapolis Prep
The New England Prep School Athletic Council (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. NEPSAC runs multiple levels of play. 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 6 and 7, Marianapolis Prep is hosting a four team, Class B-focused event to start off the season. Below, we profile those teams and their players.
Marianapolis Prep, from Thompson, CT
Head Coach: Tom DiColella 2024-25 game schedule and results
Laurens Jacz (2025) 6’6 forward - Incoming forward from the Hague Netherlands, Jacz is a long stretch forward with a very strong and quick first step. He has a smooth face-up game and has solid outside range to compliment him stretching the floor. He rebounds at a high level and is skilled enough to push the ball and attack on the bounce. RTB profile
Marko Milacic (2025) 6’4 small forward - An incoming player from Belgrade, Serbia. A strong, physical guard and wing with a strong outside jumper and good size. His athleticism is a big catalyst for his playmaking as he is able to score effectively from all 3 levels. He makes plays at a high level attacking the paint balanced and off of two feet. Milacic is able to defend at a high level with his quickness and size. He is able to clear the boards effectively, which leads him to push the ball and make plays in transition. RTB profile
Filippo D’Albertis (2025) 6’1 guard - An incoming combo guard from Tortana, Italy. D’Albertis has a strong game attacking the rim off of ball screens and has range to punish defenders for playing under and giving him space. He handles defensive pressure well and has a solid read of attacking the paint balanced and on two feet. D’Albertis is a solid defender who communicates well and uses his athleticism to rebound and push the ball effectively in transition. RTB profile
Khaleb Gaskin (2025) 6’2 small forward - A long and physical forward from St. James, Barbados who has a soft touch inside and smooth efficient outside jumper. Khaleb is a solid rebounder and defender and is great at running the lanes in transition. Gaskin uses his length and athleticism to defend at a high level, naturally making plays defensively such as forcing turnovers or protecting the rim. Poised for a strong second season of NEPSAC basketball. RTB profile
Camden Desmarais (2025) 6’0 guard - A post graduate from Webster, MA. Desmarais is a stronger guard who is capable of making shots from deep. Utilizes his strength in getting to the paint on two feet with composure. RTB profile
Kody Jamieson (2026) 6’2 guard - A two-way guard that can score both inside and outside. Strong defensive presence in the half court, with strong ball pressure and good anticipation in the lanes. Strong outside scorer, that can really get things going off of a ball screen and off ball screen. Plays on two feet, and he has great vision when reading the help side defense. 3.5 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Gabe Huss (2026) 6’0 guard - Incoming sharpshooter, Huss is eager to make a strong NEPSAC debut. He is able to get his shot off of off ball screens and is very capable of making plays off the dribble off of two feet. Huss is a relentless defender who will play hard on ball defense and is a very effective communicator when defending off ball. Is expected to make a strong impact in his NEPSAC debut this winter. RTB profile
Max Pires (2026) 6’2 guard - Pires is a strong guard who utilizes his strength and quickness to get to the rim at a high level. He is a high level playmaker that attacks with poise and ambition and also has some solid outside range to complement his game. His strength, size and athleticism make him a strong defensive candidate who can guard multiple positions at a high level and rebound well for his position. RTB profile
Andrew Bergeron (2026) 6’0 guard - After a solid first season in NEPSAC, Bergeron is improving his game. He has great perception, and is capable of making some tough shots inside, while also showcasing some serious range from deep. He is only scratching the surface athletically, as he is developing more and more to make plays above the rim. This impacts his game tremendously on the defensive side, as he is a good presence on the help and weak side, and he also has a strong sense of ball pressure as well. RTB profile
Anthony Alexander (2026) 6’4 small forward - Incoming forward from Gros-Islet, St. Lucia. Alexander is a long and athletic forward who utilizes his length to his advantage on both offense and defense. He has a strong act of attacking the paint and finishing with touch. His build also aids in him being a strong defender on the weak side, and off-the-ball. RTB profile
Ty Grudzien (2027) 6’0 guard - An athletic guard, who demonstrates an exceptional skill with ball handling and passing. Grudzien possesses a high IQ of the basketball game and is very unselfish with the basketball. He is a high level playmaker who attacks the basket with aggression and composure always being balanced and on two feet. He has exceptional range and can also stretch out the floor effectively. Grudzien is a tremendous leader who is very vocal on all ends of the floor. He is an exceptional defender who is known to sacrifice his body and make the hustle plays that most players often avoid doing. 3.7 gpa Video highlights RTB profile
Caiden Steves (2027) 5’11 point guard - A strong playmaker that is very poised with the ball in his hands. Steves has some solid outside range and is capable of making some high level scoring plays. His speed also helps him defensively, as well as pushing and running the floor in transition, while never forcing anything but making the right and simpler plays. RTB profile
Miller Chen (2028) 6’3 small forward - A smooth and versatile wing, who has a quick first step and solid outside jumper. Can score in a variety of ways and has good size and athleticism for his age. Poised to make an impactful first season of growth and development. RTB profile
Kents Hill School from Kent’s Hill, ME
Head Coach: Brian Smith 2024-25 game schedule and results
Tave Cloutier (2025) 6’2 guard - 2023-24 All NEPSAC, Class C Honorable Mention and All MAISAD. Cloutier is an outstanding athlete who plays above his size and can score at all three levels. He is an elite level shooter and has the intelligence to thrive in any offense. Defensively he can guard multiple positions, is tenacious on the ball and leads the team in rebounds per game. He has a great work ethic, is hungry to develop, and is a leader on and off of the court. 3.0 gpa NERR profile
Carter Galley (2025) 5’11 guard – Carter Galley is a strong shot maker who can create off the dribble. He has deep range off the catch and can get hot from three. He uses his physical frame and lower body strength where he can post up to create easy looks for himself and others. 4.0 gpa NERR profile
Cohen Galley (2025) 6'0 guard– Cohen Galley is a physical shot creator who uses change of speed to get by defenders. A physical driver who has both hands around the rim. He’s also a guy who is a threat in the catch and shoot game from three. Has really improved as playmaker over the last few months. ge of speed to get by defenders. A physical driver who has both hands around the rim. He’s also a guy who is a threat in the catch and shoot game from three. Has really improved as playmaker over the last few months. 4.0 gpa NERR profile
Nate Hebert (2025) 6’3 guard - Hebert is a high level shooter from three. He has a much improved body, that he uses to create shots off the bounce at all three levels. Hebert is an underrated play maker and ball mover that keeps the defense honest. 3.5 gpa NERR profile
Jayden Kim (2025) 5”10 guard - 2023-34 All NEPSAC, Class C and All MAISAD. Kim is a fast-paced, full intensity point guard with incredible ball handling ability. His quick first step and court vision allow him to produce open looks for his teammates as well as getting to the rim with ease. A three level threat, his best looks are from his quick first step, creating step back three point opportunities, as well as a highly consistent mid range floater that keeps big men and inside threats committed to covering the entire paint. Defensively, he has phenomenal footwork and a level of aggression unmatched by his opponents, forcing multiple turnovers and racking up multiple steals per game. Kim is highly committed to improving his game and is a great team leader both on and off the court. 3.2 gpa NERR profile
Ty Rykhus Jr. (2025) 6’3 small forward - Rykhus is a hardworking and committed player who can be a threat in the post and from three point range. His tenacity and constant desire to please lead him to giving of himself every minute he is on the court. A high energy teammate, He is aggressive on the boards both offensively and defensively, always looking up the court in transition to feed teammates in the fast break and able to “clean up the garbage” on the boards offensively, creating a huge threat to defensive rebounders. Rykhus’ commitment to his team is never in question and his passion and love of the game shine thru in his game play.
Jack Gedroge (2026) 6'9 power forward/center. Gedroge is a big body with strong inside moves. As an incoming junior (in the process of attempting to reclassify to 2027), he is learning to play at a more intense and physical pace and has done quality throughout the off season in preparation for the intensity of NEPSAC basketball. He is a threat on the boards as his vertical is strong and he has good hands, cleaning up around the rim on offensive boards and forcing defenders out of the paint defensively. Having grown up in the European system, Gedroge has a strong ability to shoot form outside and uses this threat to his advantage by baiting defenders into leaving him open around the three point line due to his size, but when he is on, he can shoot it. Gedroge will be a huge contributor to an already strong Husky team.
Isaiah Bean-Brittian (2027) 6'6 shooting guard. Bean-Brittian comes to the Huskies with a strong basketball background and tenacious love for the game. Coming off a summer season with Nike Expressions out of MA, Isaiah brings skill to the court at all three levels offensively. He is incredibly quick off the dribble and gets to the rim with ease, has a phenomenal mid-range game, and his shooting from the three point line is consistent. With strong legs and an impressive vertical, Bean-Brittian is a threat on the boards both offensively and defensively. Another huge asset is his speed and agility, making him a threat defensively both in man on scenarios and protecting the rim in the paint. A complete player with a very high ceiling of potential, he should garner a lot of looks from some top caliber colleges in the coming years.
Lincoln Malcore (2028) 6’7 power forward/center. Malcore is a big body with great length. As an incoming freshman, he holds his own quite well against much older and more mature basketball players. He is a big threat on both the defensive and offensive boards, pinning shots to the backboard and guarding the rim tenaciously. Lincoln has a bright future ahead of him and has a great mid-range jump shot to accompany his inside the paint scoring abilities. This young man will be in the NEPSAC for several years, so keep your eyes on him as he will develop into one of the best and most formidable basketball players in New England.
New York Military Academy from Cornwall-on-the-Hudson, NY
Head Coach: Bobby Rahn 2024-25 game schedule and results
Shemar Sookdar (2025) 5’10 point guard - A tremendous leader and very high character person. Sookdar is a knockdown shooter with a smooth jumper who can pull up from anywhere on the court. A 3-point microwave; once hot, he needs to be guarded closely, making consecutive three pointers in a few different games. He is extremely Quick off the dribble leading to blow-byes on late closeouts. He is shifty and bouncy which makes him very hard to contain. Along with that he has quick hands defensively, causing turnovers in a full court press. Sookdar has aspirations of studying aviation and becoming a pilot. 4.0 gpa RTB profile
Channer Duke (2025) 6’0 guard - A skilled guard from Brooklyn New York, Duke is a true leader and a quick and athletic guard. He can play both on and off the ball, as a one or a two. He has a great IQ and loves the midrange shot and running in transition. He is a relentless and bothersome defender who causes turnovers and creates easy layups for him and his teammates. Duke is very solid in a half-court game as well, making the right plays coming off screens and getting downhill. 3.4 gpa RTB profile
Shawn Nherisson (2025) 6’4 wing - A strong and athletic wing who finishes well around the basket and in transition. He has a developing jump shot. He is very active on defense and can guard 1-4 with ease. Nherisson has a college-ready frame and athleticism to go along with a great motor/energy. RTB profile
Aly Kante (2025) 6’6 small forward - A Queens, NY native who can play inside and out. He can guard multiple positions on the floor and uses his versatility, length and athleticism to contribute on both ends. Kante is very good at finishing around the basket and has a nice mid-range game as well. He takes a lot of pride in his rebounding and shot blocking as well. RTB profile
Marcus Conde (2025) 6’3 guard - A strong shooting guard who is very athletic, with the ability to play above the rim. He can play both ends of the floor and has a reputation of being a very aggressive defender and extremely coachable young man. Conde can shoot the ball and excels with his 3point shooting and his ability to slash and attack the rim. 3.0 gpa RTB profile
Donovan Davis (2025) 6’7 forward - From Montgomery, NY, Davis is a strong and athletic forward who runs the floor well and plays hard. He does a great job rebounding, blocking and altering shots. He is a lob threat around the rim and can knock down a 15ft jumper. Davis has only been playing basketball for a couple of years so his best basketball is ahead of him. He hopes to play at the D1 level, but all levels should take a look at him. RTB profile
Lawrence Tolbert (2025) 6’0 guard - From Middletown, NY, Tolbert excels on the court. A hard nose defender who can pick up full court and disrupt offenses. He can play both on and off the ball using his speed and quickness to create and finish shots. He is very shifty with the ball and likes to get in the paint and attack, making easy shot attempts for himself and his teammates. 3.0 gpa RTB profile
Mikey Ekenyere (2026) 6’6 small forward - A long athletic player from Emmaus, PA who can play on the perimeter or in the paint and has a high upside on the court. Ekenyere can create for himself and his teammates. He has the ability to shoot both the midrange shot and the three ball. He displays finesse and accuracy with his shots. His enthusiastic energy allows him to streak often taking shots that he's comfortable with. He has a knack for finishing at the basket which makes him a versatile threat. Utilizing his impressive length and athleticism, he excels in swatting away shots on defense and finishing strongly around the rim on offense. His ability to rebound the ball and block shots at a high level adds a special edge to his game. Ekenyere is a true talent to keep an eye on and with two years of growing and maturing left his best basketball is to come. Teammates always love to look to run with him on fast breaks as he is reliable in downhill mode. 3.5 gpa RTB profile
Antonis Kalvros (2025) 6’0 point guard - A son of a coach, this pass-first point guard takes pride in sharing the ball and making the game easier for his teammates. He can be a real threat in transition with his ability to hit a head and see the floor. Kalvros, who is from Greece, is a gym rat who loves working out and improving his game. He is a very solid on the ball defender and loves to pick up full court and cause havoc on opposing guards. His attitude and work ethic make him the perfect teammate that others gravitate too. He is soft spoken but leads by example and is an absolute pleasure to coach. Kalvros is a culture guy who will do whatever is asked of him without any issues. He has a high ceiling and could end up an NE-10/Patriot level player. 3.5 gpa RTB profile
Jayden Ogbeide (2025) 6’7 small forward - Built like a truck, this strong and athletic wing has a college-ready frame. He sets the tone down low, finishes well around the basket and in transition. Ogbeide can pick and pop or shoot off the catch. He is most comfortable on the midrange and corners. A true Windex man he is very active on the glass and does a great job of protecting the rim. He uses his versatility to guard positions 2-5. 2.8 gpa RTB profile
Rodrigo "Rigo" Dos Santos (2025) 6’8 power forward - A transfer from national power Vermont Academy who played a huge part in their overall success last year while winning the NEPSAC Class AAA title. Dos Santos is an intriguing prospect to watch who can affect the game in multiple ways and always seems to be in the right place at the right time. He uses soft hands and touch to finish around the rim and out of the post. He’s able to step out and knock down shots from the perimeter. He’s a dynamic forward that is skilled and so fun to coach. He’s a great teammate and has an unbelievable upside. Dos Santos is a fluid post player who shows off the ability to make crafty passes using his court vision. He’s versatile for his size and possess a smooth handle. He is a menace on the glass and can really be an anchor on the defensive end of the floor. He is as skilled as any forward in New England and has the potential to gravitate to the wing as he continues to transform his body. RTB profile
Hyde School from Bath, ME
Head Coach: Tom Bragg 2024-25 game schedule and results
Jalik Fernandes (2025) 6'1guard - Fernandes is a heads-up passer and playmaker. He is als very good shooter and a very crafty player.
Alister Walsh (2025) 6'2 guard - Walsh has good physical size for a guard. He is a heads-up passer and a playmaker. He can also get into the paint to score over smaller players. 4.0 gpa
Naythan Cadogan (2026) 6'4 wing - Cadogan is a lanky wing with confident handle. He can get to the rim and create his own shot.
Eli Ford (2026) 5'10 point guard - Lone returning starter on a team that went 14-12 last year. Solid handle, is crafty with the ball, hits open shots, and finishes at the rim. 3.2 gpa
Jonas Knudsen (2026) 6'6 small forward - Knudsen has good size for mixing it up inside. He can also handle the ball on the perimeter, and he will hit open shots. 3.5 gpa