Central Massachusetts based AAU basketball program committed to helping student-athletes of all backgrounds
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Extremely excited to announce that we’ll be competing on the NXT Circuit next year! We’re so thankful for the opportunity and can’t wait to get to work! @PRO16League @PUMAHoops
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Jayden Colon ‘24 had a great weekend in St. Louis @PRO16League. The 6’7 wing scored at all three levels and showed exactly why he’s one of the top unsigned seniors in the country. Received his first offer Saturday. @TreySterner5345 @willharper56 @PeterLashNXT @DylanThayer0
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Dimitri Sime has been such an awesome addition to our squad. Tenacious defender, elite three point shooter, strong finisher at the rim. He is a character young man with so much potential.
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We are excited to welcome Joendy Rosario to Above The Rim Elite. Joey was one of the top point guards in the MIAA this year and is set to make a huge splash on the circuit. He will be reclassifying into the class of ‘25 and attending prep school next year.
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Peyton Manyak with a good showing today at Keene State’s elite camp. Thank you @CoachNapolitano and @coachhastings12 for having him!
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Awesome weekend across the board for our program @PRO16League. 13u and 16u both went undefeated, and 17u went 3-1. 13u and 17u are both now 7-1 overall in league play, and 16u is 6-2. Always great to spend time on the road, and winning makes it even better!
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There’s a reason why Sean Njenga is currently receiving recruitment from some of the country’s most elite division 2 and 3 programs. If you haven’t bought stock yet, I highly recommend you do.
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Congratulations to our guy Andrew Mabry on accepting a full scholarship to D1 JUCO Dodge City CC. Drew has followed up on a strong AAU season with a fantastic winter @PrepBridgeport, and now he’ll be headed to play in one of the toughest JUCO leagues in the country! 🙌🏽
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Azeir McClain was one of the best players in the gym today @StonehillMBB elite camp. The BIG GUARD (6’4, 200lbs) has been in the gym everyday and turned himself into a matchup nightmare since the start of the summer!
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Above The Rim Elite would like to welcome 6’7 wing Jayden Colon to our program. One of our only unsigned seniors, JC plays well above the rim, can stretch the floor, and competes on both ends. Scholarship programs should most certainly take notice.
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We played 8 games in less than 5 days, got banged up, and played in some really tough games, but we handled business this weekend. So proud of our guys! 🙌🏽 thank you for having us @BasketBullhoops @Ctabb44!
ATR 11th grade boys take home the Hall of Fame National Invitational title. Congrats on a great weekend!
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Seven Pridgen ‘27 is a 6’3 guard that does all the little things that contribute to winning: talking on defense, guarding multiple positions, rebounding effectively. He’s also one of the only rising freshmen in the country currently playing 17u. @seven_pridgen @GovsBHoops
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So proud of our guys. We finish the live period with a record of 10-2 including wins over some very strong programs. Year two was great to us, and we look forward to continuing our success 🙌🏽
Above the Rim Elite are your 17u Platinum champs at the ZG Live Finale ‼️🏆 @ATRElite
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ATR Elite 17u NXT has gotten off to a great start to the season. They are currently 7-1 in league play @pro16league and have been competing at a very high level. Lots of talent on this squad!
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Above The Rim Elite would like to welcome Tyrese Acevedo to the family. Rese is a 6’ guard that is super smooth with the rock and has sneaky athleticism. His motor never stops, and he has barely scratched the surface of his potential. Welcome home.
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Congratulations to Jayden Colon on receiving a D1 JUCO offer to Redlands Community College!
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Congratulations to our guy Andrew Mabry on his commitment to do a post grad year at Bridgeport Prep. Drew’s decision to reclassify immediately makes him one of the top players in New England’s class of ‘25, and he’ll be a major piece for one of the region’s top prep programs.
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Jason Kamau was excellent tonight in a win for Lowell High School. The 5’9 point guard had 16 points to go along with 7 assists and 5 steals. We expect many more performances like this from Jason as he runs the show for one of the top teams in the state @Jasonkamau_3
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College Coaches — Attached is our roster for the July live period along with our schedule for the @marqueehoops Hershey Jumpoff. We have 11 guys that will play across all levels of college basketball. We’ll be playing against very elite competition as well.
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Congratulations to our guy @jeff_hunter11 and our 16u head coach @CoachNapolitano on winning their third consecutive Little East Conference championship. A great accomplishment for two great people! 🙌🏽
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Quentin Pridgen just completed a strong freshman campaign at Clark University. The 6’3 do it all guard shot 50% from the field, over 40% from three, and averaged over a steal a game while showcasing his elite athleticism all season long. The future is very bright for Q! 🙌🏽
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Tyrese Acevedo has been on a tear to start the season! 😤 @TAcevedo_5
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It’s not everyday that you get to work out with a 2x national champion! Great having @AlexKaraban in the gym with us today. We appreciate you and all of your contributions to our program, Alex! 🙌🏽 @atrtraining978
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Good luck to all of our guys as they begin the school year. A reminder that FAMILY and EDUCATION always come first. Get it done fellas! 🙌🏾
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Above The Rim Elite would like to welcome Sebastian Uhlir to our program. The Marianapolis Prep guard, originally from the Czech Republic, is an absolute work horse. He plays with passion, is a high level shot maker, and the ultimate competitor. Welcome to the family, Sebastian.
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Congrats to our guy Sean Njenga and his Bradford Christian Academy team on capturing the NEPSAC AA championship yesterday. A huge accomplishment in one of the toughest leagues in the country. @seannjenga23
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Our guy Quentin Pridgen with a strong college debut today for Clark University in a win over Bates. He finished with 8 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and a steal. Keep going Q! 🙌🏾 #ATR
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Thrilled to welcome Alexander Echevarría to the Above The Rim Elite family. Originally from Puerto Rico, Alex is one of the top guards in New England’s class of ‘26. He is a dynamic playmaker and elite shooter that torched defenses in the NEPSAC all winter @alexander_eche0
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Excited to welcome Dimitri to the ATR Family for the July live period. Big time athlete that consistently knocks down the three ball and guards 94 feet. @dimitrisime_
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Coaches, here are our live period rosters for this July. We begin tomorrow in Atlantic City @TheHoopGroup with both teams playing at 4:20pm on courts 5 & 7 respectively.
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Family reunion at the @MPrepBBB vs. @NYMA_hoops game yesterday. Beyond happy to see our guys contributing to their teams’ success! We’re so proud of y’all! 🙌🏽
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ATR Guys in the past 7 days
Azeir McClain: 40 points vs Putnam Science AA
Obbie Luciano: 35 points (68% shooting) vs Billerica
Brian Morse: 24 points (Five 3’s) vs Nashoba
Peyton Manyak: 6p, 4a, 5r, 2s vs Brooks
Jayden Ogbeide: 8 points, 10 rebounds, 5 blocks vs Minuteman
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Super happy to have Peyton Manyak ‘24 of Marianapolis Prep with us. Had two impressive showings at both NEPSAC showcases and will be putting his skills on full display during July. Great shooter, great energy, great leader. @manyak_peyton11 @MPrepBBB
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Above The Rim Elite would like to welcome Jayden Ogando to the family. The lone 8th grader on our 15U roster, Jayden possesses high level play making and shot creating ability. He projects to be a very special prospect in the coming years.
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Can’t even describe how proud we are of JC. Worked his tail off this spring and turned heads every time we competed @PRO16League. Ended the season with more than 10 full scholarships and will now be attending an absolute powerhouse in JUCO. We love you kid! 🫶🏽
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Some highlights of 6’6 wing Gideon Majok from last weekend. Used his 7ft wingspan to alter nearly every shot inside the paint. Knocked down some threes and finished well around the basket as well!
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Tryouts were a huge success today at Above The Rim! Thank you to all who came and put their talents on display. We appreciate all of you and look forward to making this season one to remember! @TomFlanaganUSA @atrtraining978 @thatboysupa @CoachNapolitano
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Congratulations to our guy Jayden Johnson on winning MVP of the Mid Wach A League. Jayden was the engine for his team this season, putting up multiple incredible performances for Leominster and solidifying himself as one of the best players in the MIAA @5Jaydden
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Congratulations to our 15u team on winning the championship this weekend @zg_newengland ! Jayden Ogando ‘28 with a CLUTCH three to secure the win! @atrtraining978 @TomFlanaganUSA
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6’7 wing Jayden Colon has been sensational through three games in St. Louis. Has consistently been one of the best players in the gym since we arrived. He is a division one caliber player and is one of the top 2024s remaining.
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Gideon Majok might just be the biggest sleeper in New England. The 6’6 guard handles the ball, shoots it well, plays well above the rim, and has a nearly 7ft wingspan that makes him a nightmare on defense. Scholarship level talent. @GioMajok
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Both 17u teams went undefeated today in St. Louis @PRO16League. Excited to get after it tomorrow!
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Jayden Colon ‘24 will be in action this weekend in Wichita. One of the biggest stock risers of the spring so far, and one of the best unsigneds remaining!
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Azeir McClain ‘24 averaged over 20ppg in July and is hearing from division 1, 2, and 3 schools as a result. He’s tough, he’s strong, he’s consistent, and his motor is absolutely relentless. He’s also a high academic student who possesses a 3.75 GPA. Do not miss out on this kid.
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Congratulations to our guy Eric Figueroa on his acceptance to the Brooks School. The 6’9 forward now joins the class of ‘28 and will be a huge addition to the reining Class B champions next season. @EricFig0622 @CoachKJones52 @DylanThayer0
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Went to see our guy @alexander_eche0 compete today at @HCrossMBB elite camp. Alex had a strong showing, demonstrating his ability to create and make shots at a high level while making everyone around him better @atrtraining978
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We’re back for YEAR 3️⃣‼️ Last season was one for the books, and this one will be even better! Please read the flyer for all information. 17u tryouts will be held at a later date @thatboysupa @atrtraining978 @TomFlanaganUSA
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Alex Echevarria had a fantastic year competing @PRO16League against some of the country’s top programs while playing up a grade. High academic prospect that is so talented and tough as nails. Big junior year ahead for him!
Talented Guards and Wings in the Northeast
@alexander_eche0
@EliHemmings2027
@Cam_Sweeney22
@mikeymita2026
@christianm2026
@BjRanson
@BlakeHargrove20
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Congratulations to Jayden Ogbeide on receiving a scholarship offer to D1 JUCO Lake Land College in Mattoon, Illinois! @JaydenOgbeide12
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Expect a big July from Azeir McClain. The 6’4 wing is super tough and does a little bit of everything on offense while guarding multiple positions on D. High academic prospect (3.75gpa) who most certainly has the talent to earn a scholarship. @azeirmcclain
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Happy birthday to our guy Jayden Ogando! We hope you had a great day and look forward to seeing what the future has in store for you! 🙌🏾
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Our 15u team has improved leaps and bounds since the beginning of the season. They are battled tested, resilient, and loaded with talent. This summer will be one to remember as they assert themselves as one of the top teams in New England
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ATR Elite 16u had themselves a phenomenal weekend in Pennsylvania. They had four double digit wins despite being short handed, and their win streak in the @pro16league is now at six! Great contributions all around from one of the top teams in the northeast! @atrtraining978
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Azeir McClain’s best games in the July live period:
30 point (Game winner) vs Boys 2 Men ZGXL
22 point double double vs Team Takeover MHC
20 points vs Jersey Force
20 point double double vs City Rocks EYCL
18 points vs Maryland Movement MHC
Kid’s a machine.
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Puerto Rico’s finest, Alex Echevarria, of @SMBoysBball is one of the top point guards in New England regardless of class. He’s crafty, skilled, and as tough as they come. Expect him to blow up this summer as he makes a name for himself in the @pro16league @alexander_eche0
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Excited to welcome Shawn Nherrison to the Above The Rim Elite family. The 6’4 wing from Lowell, MA, is strong, athletic, and hasn’t even scratched the surface of his potential. He will reclassify into the class of ‘25 and pursue a PG year at a school tbd. @shawnherisson
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Above The Rim Elite is happy to announce that we will be adding a 15u team to our program! If you are a rising freshman and are interested in trying out for our fall team, here are the details! Feel free to reach out to @thatboysupa or @atrtraining978 with any questions!
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Congratulations to Alejandro Delgado on being selected to the NJCAA Region 21 All Region team. Alejandro led his team in scoring and rebounding, averaging 15 points and 8.5 rebounds in only 20 minutes of action, while leading his team to a 28-3 record and a regional championship!
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Jayden Ogbeide is a 6’7 forward that blocks shots, runs the floor, and finishes well around the basket. He is also a great athlete that has tons of potential! @Jayden_ogbeide @atrtraining978 @TomFlanaganUSA @NERRHoops @AasimSullivan
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Above The Rim Elite is excited to welcome Aiden Walter to the family. The Lowell product is fearless, athletic, and as tough as they come. Only a 10th grader, we anticipate his growth in the next few months being substancial. Welcome home, Aiden. @AidenWalter12
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After a very successful trip to Atlantic City (both teams went 3-1), we will be in Springfield, MA this weekend @BasketBullhoops Hall of Fame Invitational. We can’t wait to compete!
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Coming off of a fantastic spring and summer, our guy Sean Njenga is poised for a BIG senior year at Bradford Christian Academy. He and his team will be looking to bring home both a NEPSAC & National Prep Championship this winter! #ATR
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Above The Rim Elite would to welcome Daniel Afriyie to the family. The 6’3 guard from Worcester, MA is a freak athlete and a nightmare on defense. As he continues to polish up his offense, we expect him to be a big time prospect. Welcome to the family.
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Jason Kamau was a major reason for us winning nine out of our last ten games in July. He ran the show perfectly, made his teammates better, and gave opposing guards stress on defense. Now, he’s preparing to guide his team to a D1 state championship this winter @Jasonkamau_3
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Andrew Mabry was great in his ATR Elite debut today. Carried his team to a victory this morning @PRO16League despite only having five guys. Finished the game with 35 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 steals. Scholarship level player. @Mabry3Andrew
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Jayden Ogando has had a very strong fall season thus far. A true 9th grader, Jayden has played up his entire life and is currently on the radar of multiple NEPSAC schools. He plays with poise, has college range, and makes his teammates better!
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Jayden Colon and Andrew Mabry with strong showings yesterday in Wichita. Two scholarship guys with all the tools to impact winning at the next level. @Jayjcolon2 @Mabry3Andrew
@NxtProHoops Day 2 Standouts:
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Jayden Colon
Andrew Maybry
Rinelson Dilone
Presley Ibeh
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Uriah Tenette
Riley Hunt
Trey Tolbert
Brandon Jarmon
Brenden Reeves
Gio Sanford
Hayden Wood
Alex Couto
Kayden Edwards
Lamont Hartfield Jr.
Tahsheim Gary
Armagh Caldwell
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Ladaryl Robinson
Landon Price
Will Priest
Champ Parker
Amir Danforth
Kaden Williams
Antonio Whitney
Ta'Ron Hurst
Arcadian Davis
Connor Corris
Sam Reindel
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Obbie Luciano’s last three games at Lawrence High School:
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Keep in mind he has a 4.6 GPA. Absolute STUD. @ObbieLuciano
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Happy to see our guy Eric Figueroa earn some well deserved recognition @NERRHoops Elite 75 last week. Eric is only beginning to scratch the surface of his potential and has yet to reclassify! @atrtraining978
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We had a great time yesterday in Times Square on our way home from Pennsylvania. What a great way to end the weekend. We’ll be back on the road Wednesday to New Jersey!
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Congratulations to our guys @Alejandrodelly and @joey_rosario0 on winning the NJCAA Region 21 and East District championship yesterday. Alejandro had 29 points & 11 rebounds and Joendy had a plethora of huge plays to help deliver the Knights a win!
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Azeir McClain and Gideon Majok were recently identified as two of the top NEPSAC recruits in the state of NY. Two scholarship level players that colleges should be all over… @azeirmcclain @GioMajok
With Hoosac’s win over Putnam Science shocking the New England prep basketball world, we thought it might be worth ranking some of the top 2024s competing for a NEPSAC school in New York this season‼️
Keep an eye on this largely untapped pool of college-ready talent 👀
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Congratulations to Jayden “Highway” Pridgen on his commitment to play football at Kean University. The work Highway has put in over the past year in the classroom, on the court/field, and in life has been immeasurable, and we are so proud of him!
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Super excited to introduce @CoachNapolitano as our 16u head coach! Originally from Methuen, Mass, Nick is a Student Assistant Coach for the Men’s Basketball Program at Keene State College and is one of the best aspiring coaches in the business. Welcome aboard, Nick!
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Highlights of Azeir McClain from a 27 point game vs. Redemption Christian (AAA) last week. He followed this up with a 31 point performance (22 in the first half) vs. Newman Prep. Averaging over 25ppg in 2024. Division 1 and 2 schools have been in contact. @RecruitTheBronx
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Our guy @chosen1johnson had a great workout this morning with two of our training alums, UMass guard @J11yden and UConn forward @AlexKaraban . Jayden and Alex are both Central Mass kids who are living their basketball dreams, and we can’t wait to watch JJ follow in their steps!
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Excited for this weekend’s @ZeroGravityBB Nationals. We play LIT and Team Saints (NH) this Saturday at 3:35 and 5:45 at Thayer Sports Center. Looking forward to competing against two very talented teams! #ATR
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Shawn Nherisson is strictly business. The @NYMA_hoops prospect impacts winning on both ends of the floor, and does whatever is asked of him. Whether it’s guarding everywhere on defense, or making play after play on offense, Shawn consistently gets the job done @shawnherisson
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In the gym with Brian Morse ‘24 today. High level shooter who was named a Mid Wach all star this past winter for @NMAthleticsAD. Expect a big July from him! @Brian_Morsee
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Some good stuff on Alex Echevarria and Kody Jamieson after a good win last night in Providence. Two big games tonight for the star backcourt! @alexander_eche0 @kody_j11
Friday’s Fab Five in Rhode Island
🖋️@CinelliHoops
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Camden Wesley-Kam @WellyWolves
@Dazgiles1
Elijah Espada @CastleNYC_
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Juan Beltres Diaz is having a great start to his senior year at Lowell High School. The combo guard is as tough as nails and contributes to winning in a multitude of ways. He will be a great addition to a college program next year!
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We would like to welcome back our only returning member of 2023’s roster, Jayden Ogbeide. The 6’6 forward is bouncy, strong, and an absolute anchor on defense. Look for him to make a strong name for himself. He will join the class of ‘25 and pursue a PG year. @Jayden_ogbeide
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If I was a D3 coach looking to get better instantly, Brian Morse would be at the top of my list of recruits. Great shooter, strong defender, and plays with poise. He’s a gym rat, and it shows.
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Welcome to the official Twitter page of Above The Rim Elite. We look forward to keeping you updated with our program!
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Jayden Johnson will be in action tonight @NERRHoops #E75. Jayden played a major role in our success this spring and is set for a huge summer. The 6’3 combo guard is one of the MIAA’s top players and hasn’t reclassed. Buy stock before it’s too late.
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Highlights of Azeir McClain ‘24 from last weekend’s KO Invitational. Scores from all three levels with high efficiency, motor never stops, and is an absolute mismatch nightmare. Had a 31 point performance and was named all tournament.
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Congratulations to Obbie Luciano on being named @BostonGlobe All Scholastic! From Lawrence to the Ivy League, Obbie is the definition of special! 🙌🏽 @ObbieLuciano
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Excited to welcome Alejandro Delgado to the Above The Rim Elite family. The 6’4 wing from @BoysHaverhill the top scorer in the Merrimack Valley this season, averaging over 25 points to go along with 13 rebounds a game. He will reclassify into the class of ‘25 and pursue a PG year
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6’4 wing Shawn Nherisson with a solid showing this past weekend. He will be making his @PRO16League debut this weekend in St. Louis.
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Azeir McClain dropped 31 points in his NEPSAC debut for @NYMA_hoops against the Westminster School at the Kingswood Oxford Invitational today. Expect many more big performances from New England’s most underrated player this season. @TomFlanaganUSA @365_Recruits @RecruitTheBronx
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Great write up by @RecruitTheBronx on @NYMA_hoops that included our guys @azeirmcclain and @GioMajok. Two great kids that are both unquestionably scholarship players. Big winter ahead for them and their team!
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Congratulations to all of our high school players that earned accolades this past winter. We are so proud of all of you! 🙌🏽
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Solid two wins for us today at the National Urban Sports Classic capped off by a thunderous @GioMajok alley oop. Looking forward to competing again tomorrow!
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That’s TEN wins in a row for 16u in @PRO16League !!!!
Props to Above The Rim 16U for keeping it clean and going 4-0 in Session 7!
@NxtProHoops @PRO16League
@ATRElite
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Seven Pridgen, Andrew Karaban, and Will Hastings were recognized for their strong play @NERRHoops Elite 75. Thank you @DylanThayer0 and @ZackSandberg for hosting a such great event. The future is bright! 🙌🏾 @atrtraining978 @TomFlanaganUSA
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Jamal Stanley was one of the top guards @pro16league in St. Louis. The sophomore point guard showed his ability to score in a multiple ways while getting his teammates involved. Playing up has never been an issue for Jamal, he has all the tools needed to compete against the best
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Our 15u team had its first practice today and we couldn’t be more excited. A ton of talent with even more potential. These guys will put a lot of people on notice this fall. The future is bright! @atrtraining978 @TomFlanaganUSA
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The day is finally here‼️ Our last tryout for our high school teams will be Saturday, March 9th. Please read the flyer for all necessary information. These three teams will be competing in @pumahoops NXT League. Come earn your spot in Central Massachusetts’ premier AAU program.
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