New England Commitment Catch-Up (02/14)

The commitments continue to roll in across New England, with ten more prospects off the board in just the last week along.   Below are ten prospects from the Class of 2025 that have recently announced their plans for the future, will all of them headed to the Division III level!   [player_tooltip player_id='2540135' first='Jude' last='Gonzalez']   Gonzalez a guard at Putnam Science Academy, came off the board with a commitment to the University of Massachusetts Boston. A versatile guard that can play on the ball or slide off of it, Gonzalez is a talented offensive player that can impact a game in a variety of ways. He's a high level shooter in catch and shoot situations, an instinctive passer that can make good reads off the dribble, and a creative finisher in the paint over size. Defensively, he moves his feet well laterally and has quick hands that lead to plenty of steals and deflections.   [player_tooltip player_id='2325770' first='Allyn' last='Wright']   Wright, a guard at St. George's School, finalized his recruitment with a commitment to Keene State College. A shifty lead guard, Wright is a real playmaker off the bounce, making good reads in the half-court and turning the corner out of ball screens to get downhill. He can create space with his dribble, opening up scoring opportunities for himself and passing lanes to find cutting teammates. He's developed as a three level scorer and is really efficient in the mid-range. Defensively, he's a solid on-ball defender that keeps opponents out of the paint.   [player_tooltip player_id='2811653' first='Cayden' last='Smith']   Smith, a guard at Bloomfield, made his college plans official with a commitment to Keene State College. One of the top assist men in the region, Smith recently joined both the 1,000 point and 1,000 assist club, a rarity amongst high school prospects. He has deep range on his jumper, is comfortable stepping behind screens and making shots as a scorer, and makes reads as a passer that most other guards don't see. He's a good athlete that has a quick first step, can turn the corner to get downhill out of ball screens, and finishes at the rim with some flare.   [player_tooltip player_id='2547082' first='Justin' last='Jamal']   Jamal, a guard at Deering, put an end to his recruitment when he announced that he'll attend the University of Maine at Farmington. An attacking guard that can score at multiple levels, Jamal is a quick twitch athlete that's at his best in the open floor. Defensively, he can guard in space, as he moves really well laterally, and can get into other guards space to create steals. Offensively, he has a quick first step and finishes with good athleticism around the rim. He's developed his perimeter game and now can consistently knock down threes.   [player_tooltip player_id='2546947' first='Dylan' last='Cote']   Cote, a wing at Worcester Academy, wrapped up his recruitment with a commitment to Roger Williams University. A big wing that can really shoot it, Cote has proven to be a consistent scorer from behind the arc. He does a nice job of moving without the basketball, is shot ready on the catch, and can make jumpers off the dribble as well. He's an instinctive cutter that can finish with length at the rim, shows a good feel for the game as a passer, and gives his team a boost on the offensive glass with his ability to chase down long rebounds.   Sam Craig   Craig, a guard at Newburyport, came off the board when he committed to Westfield State University. A steady guard that impacts a game in a variety of ways, Craig can get it done as a scorer, facilitator, and defender. He's a good athlete that makes plays in space, proving to be hard to guard when he attacks the rim off the bounce. He finishes through contact, can make shots in the mid-range off the bounce, and does a nice job as a spot up shooter. Defensively, he's disruptive in passing lanes and around the rim, blocking shots with athleticism.   [player_tooltip player_id='1532504' first='Jack' last='Murphy']   Murphy, a guard at Pingree, ended his recruitment with a pledge to Hartwick College. At 6'2", Murphy brings versatility to the floor, particularly with his ability to rebound against larger opponents. He's a tough defender that moves his feet on the perimeter and plays with strength in the post. Offensively, he's capable of making plays off of one bounce, can knock down shots in catch and shoot situations, and does a nice job of moving without the basketball, showing to be a strong cutter that can finish with either hand at the rim.   [player_tooltip player_id='2546950' first='Devon' last='Hanavan']   Hanavan, a guard at Berkshire School, finalized his college plans with a commitment to Wartburg College. A big guard that can play on or off the ball, Hanavan is a steady offensive player that takes care of the basketball, makes open shots, and can get downhill off the bounce. He's long and lean, with good athleticism, showing good burst as both a cutter and downhill driver, able to get past the defense and finish with length at the rim. He's a versatile defender that can guard multiple positions and make plays in passing lanes.   [player_tooltip player_id='2546929' first='Jhoan' last='Valdez']   Valdez, a wing at Dartmouth, came off the board when he announced his commitment to Keene State College. A big and athletic wing, Valdez is a terror in the open floor, attacking the rim and finishing strong through contact. He's a good athlete that utilizes his physical gifts to make plays on both ends of the floor. Defensively, he can guard multiple positions while also providing shot blocking from off the ball. Offensively, he gets downhill off the bounce, can make tough mid-range jumpers, and is a good shooter in catch and shoot situations.   [player_tooltip player_id='2547056' first='Drezel' last='Duffaut']   Duffaut, a guard at Raymond, ended his recruitment when he committed to Western New England College. A two-way guard, Duffaut has a college ready frame and the toughness needed to make plays on both ends of the floor. He buys in defensively, showing the ability to sit in a stance and guard in space. Offensively, he's a quick guard that has the ability to play at different speeds and can change direction on a dime. As a scorer, he gets to the rim and finishes through contact, while also showing shot creation ability in isolation situations.

The commitments continue to roll in across New England, with ten more prospects off the board in just the last week along.