Group 3 Under the Radar Prospects
Group 3 has been an intriguing as it filled with numerous talented players and teams. Rafael Castro Rafael Castro 6'9" | PF Dover | 2021 State #157 Nation NJ has been one of New Jersey’s hottest prospects since the end…
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Continue ReadingGroup 3 has been an intriguing as it filled with numerous talented players and teams. Rafael Castro Rafael Castro 6'9" | PF Dover | 2021 State #157 Nation NJ has been one of New Jersey’s hottest prospects since the end of the season, while Christian Cevis Christian Cevis 6'0" | PG West Morris | 2021 State NJ has established himself as one of the lead guards. They are not the only talented players residing in Group 3 as it is filled with prospects who can compete at the next level. Here are the top Under the Radar prospects from Group 3.
Sadiku Ayo Sadiku Ayo 6'6" | SF Our Savior Lutheran | 2022 State NY , 6’6 SF Woodbridge 2021
The Barons may have had a long 2019-20 season, but that does not take away from Boateng’s ability. The 6’6 point forward routinely brings the ball up the floor and is in charge of running the offense. Boateng has a good handle and knows how to draw contact around the basket. He can knock down jumpers from behind the arc and is a solid rebounder. Boateng is a skilled forward who is ready to lead Woodbridge in 2020-21.
Jack Levy Jack Levy 6'3" | SG Ramapo | 2021 State NJ , 6’3 SG Ramapo 2021
The Raiders have won the last two North Jersey 1 Group 3 titles, but they have to replace Gettysburg commit Max Pernetti Max Pernetti 6'5" | SF Ramapo | 2020 State NJ . Levy came off the bench, but is ready for a bigger role in 2020-21. The 6’3 guard is a good shooter with a nice shooting form and a good release. Levy is a solid passer and plays hard on the defensive end. Ramapo needs Levy to up his scoring game if the Raiders want to win their third straight sectional title.
Colin Ackerman Colin Ackerman 6'0" | PG Wall | 2022 State NJ , 6’0 PG Wall 2022
The Crimson Knights have been one of the top teams in Group 3 over the past two seasons, but they have to replace two-time All-Group 3 member Quinn Calabrese Quinn Calabrese 6'3" | SG Wall | 2020 State NJ . Ackerman paced the offense for Wall last season, but is ready for a larger scoring role. The 6’0 guard attacks the basket hard and knows how to finish through contact. Ackerman has a good handle and makes plays when he gets into the lane. Wall will be looking to win its third straight sectional title with Ackerman returning in the backcourt.
Brandon Raba Brandon Raba 6'2" | CG Nottingham | 2021 State NJ , 6’2 SG Nottingham 2021
The Northstars made the Mercer County Tournament final and they should be in contention to make it again with Raba returning. The 6’2 guard is at his best attacking the basket as he can finish around the basket and knows how to draw contact. Raba plays with extreme confidence and is unafraid of taking jumpers in transition. He is a solid rebounder and an underrated passer. Raba is a talented play-maker who is looking to lead Nottingham deep into the Central Jersey Group 3 Tournament.
Kyle Rolon Kyle Rolon 6'3" | SG Somerville | 2021 State NJ , 6’3 SG Somerville 2021
Somerville was upset in the Central Jersey Group 3 quarterfinals, but Rolon returns to lead the Hilltoppers. The 6’3 guard has a pure shooting stroke as he wastes no motion in his shot. Rolon is more than just a shooter as he has a good handle and knows how to finish around the basket. He is a tough defender and is an underrated passer. Somerville is looking for a deeper run in the state tournament with Rolon back to lead the offense.
Other Players to Know:
Respect Tyleek Respect Tyleek 6'1" | CG Jackson Memorial | 2023 State NJ , SG Lakewood 2023
Marcus Gaffney Marcus Gaffney 6'2" | SG Pennington | 2023 State NJ , 6’2 SG Northern Burlington 2022
Brian Whitney Brian Whitney 6'3" | SG Passiac Valley | 2022 State NJ , 6’3 SG Passiac Valley 2022
Trey Simmons Trey Simmons 5'11" | SG Delsea | 2022 NJ , 5’11 PG Delsea 2022
Gannon Brady Gannon Brady 5'11" | PG Ocean City | 2021 State NJ , 5’11 PG Ocean City 2021