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New England’s Centers To Watch

New England’s Centers To Watch
Aasim Sullivan
Aasim Sullivan July 10, 2023 @ 09:42 PM
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Kesean Shillingford
Kesean Shillingford 7'0" | C | 2024
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Kenan Parrish
Kenan Parrish 7'0" | C | 2024
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Here is a list of centers who have a huge impact n both ends of the floor. These players are a unique blend of both height and skill, while also bringing many intangibles to the table that are key to the success of their teams.

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Kenan Parrish Kenan Parrish 7'0" | C Northfield Mount Hermon | 2024 State New E

HEIGHT 6'11"
POS C
CLASS 2024

Kenan Parrish Kenan Parrish 7'0" | C Northfield Mount Hermon | 2024 State New E

School: Northfield Mount Herman
Club: Garner Road
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Kesean Shillingford Kesean Shillingford 7'0" | C Newman School | 2024 State New E

HEIGHT 7'0"
POS C
CLASS 2024

Kesean Shillingford Kesean Shillingford 7'0" | C Newman School | 2024 State New E

School: Newman Hoops
Club: The House We Built
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Benjamin Ahmed

Benjamin Ahmed

HEIGHT 6'9"
POS C
CLASS 2026

Benjamin Ahmed

School: Putnam Science
Club: Team New England
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Johnny Bol

HEIGHT 7'0"
POS C
CLASS 2026

Johnny Bol

School: Macduffie
Club: PSA Cardinals
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Oswin Erhunwunse

Oswin Erhunwunse

HEIGHT 6'9"
POS C
CLASS 2025

Oswin Erhunwunse

School: Putnam Science
Club: Team New England
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