End of Season Awards: All-New England

Today, we'll wrap up our look at end of season awards for the state associations in the region by unveiling our All-New England teams.   We've selected 15 players for these teams, with representation from each of New England's six states.   The six Player of the Year selections are all represented, with nine more prospects making the list from the various all-state teams.   With that being said, here are our 2024-2025 Prep Hoops New England All-New England teams.     1st Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2546769' first='Matt' last='Gaffney'] - Malden Catholic   The Massachusetts Player of the Year, Gaffney wrapped up a storied career at Malden Catholic with a 4th straight trip to the state championship game. A true lead guard, Gaffney was at his best when the lights were the brightest. He made his teammates better with his playmaking, often guarded the opposing team's best perimeter scorer, and had the ability to get tough baskets late in the shot clock. He was poised under pressure, had good leadership traits, and above all else, won a lot of basketball games.   1st Team: [player_tooltip player_id='1532627' first='Joshua' last='Caruso'] - Nashua South   The New Hampshire Player of the Year, Caruso finished his career at Nashua South as the top scorer in the state. An absolute bucket getter for the last two years, Caruso put up some eye popping numbers this winter, averaging north of 25 points per game. He rounded out his game with the ability to make plays off the bounce, while still being one of the top shot makers in the region. What might have been most impressive is that he added to his game each and every year, becoming one of the top overall guards in New England.   1st Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2341304' first='Abdou' last='Toure'] - Notre Dame-West Haven   The Connecticut Player of the Year, Toure concluded a dominant junior season by leading Notre Dame-West Haven to a state championship. One of the top juniors in the nation, Toure is an elite athlete that just knows how to score the basketball. He's a highlight reel waiting to happen in the open floor, but is a well-rounded scorer that gets it done at all three levels. He makes shots from behind the arc, rebounds at a high level, and can really guard the basketball. Few players have the ability to go for 40+ every time they step on the floor.   1st Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2325846' first='Abdi' last='Sharif'] - Burlington   The Vermont Player of the Year, Sharif did it all for Burlington while leading them to a state championship. A versatile forward, Sharif was at his best in the season's most important games, including scoring 29 points in the state championship. With his combination of length and skill, he was versatile on both ends of the floor. He improved tremendously as a shooter, got to the rim in transition, and made plays that led to easy baskets for teammates. Defensively, he guarded up and down a lineup while rebounding at a high level.   1st Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2396775' first='Liam' last='Simpson'] - La Salle Academy   The Rhode Island Player of the Year, Simpson was one of the region's most complete forwards while helping La Salle Academy win a state championship. A force on both ends of the floor, Simpson played the game with an impressively high IQ and great decision making instincts. He operated as the hub of an offense, operating as both a scorer and facilitator. He made plays from the low block, the elbows, and the top of the key. Most impressive was his ability to control a game on the glass, averaging 15+ rebounds per game for the year.     2nd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2325850' first='Jamier' last='Rose'] - Noble   Maine's Gatorade Player of the Year, there might not have been a player that filled up a stat sheet more than Rose did for Noble. Whether it was scoring from multiple levels, creating for teammates off the bounce, or using his athleticism to control the glass, Rose did a bit of everything. He was one of Maine's top scorers and was lethal in transition or with the ball in his hands. He always had his eyes up the floor and showed good vision in the half-court as a playmaker. Defensively, few players created as many turnovers as he did.   2nd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='1532454' first='Caden' last='Sullivan'] - Franklin   A state champion at Franklin, Sullivan proved all season long that he was one of the top players in Massachusetts. One of the toughest guards in the region, Sullivan just did whatever it took to win games. He guard the opposing team's best player, rebounded at a high level, and was the first to the floor for loose balls. On top of that, he was a capable scorer that could get his team 20 a night when needed. He operated a lot with the basketball in his hands and did a nice job of making plays when he got into the paint.   2nd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2685923' first='Elijah' last='Parker'] - Holy Cross   One of the region's most explosive scorers, Parker wrapped up his career at Holy Cross with over 2,000 career points. At 6'3", Parker is a bigger guard that could take over games with the ball in his hands. He had the ability to put up 30 points on any given night and did so in a variety of ways. He's really good in isolation situations, has breakdown ability off the bounce, and scores with creativity around the rim. His willingness to take big shots and to not shy away from the moment stood out.   2nd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2811657' first='Davis' last='Mann'] - Falmouth   The Maine Player of the Year, Davis took over for Falmouth down the stretch, leading them to a state championship. With multiple 40+ point games in the playoffs, Davis took over as a scorer in the final weeks of the season. A plus athlete with a strong frame, the lefty had the ability to score at multiple levels, but was really impressive in transition and when he could get downhill off the bounce. His activity level helped him on the defensive end where he generated plenty of turnovers.   2nd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2452952' first='Ryan' last='Tolliver'] - Northwest Catholic   A jack of all trades forward for Northwest Catholic, Tolliver made his presence felt night in and night out in Connecticut. A hybrid forward with the ability to operate as an offensive hub, Tolliver impresses with his ability to control a game without having to score the ball. He makes good decisions within the flow of an offense, can score at multiple levels, and has a high level feel for the game as a creator. Defensively, he's incredibly versatile and has the ability to guard up and down a lineup.     3rd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2829417' first='Cole' last='McClure'] - St. Thomas   One of the top underclassmen in all of New England, McClure was the NH Division III Player of the Year for St. Thomas. A true three level scorer, McClure had the ability to operate with or without the basketball in his hands. He made good decisions in the half-court, showed a high IQ as a playmaker, and continued to get better as the year progressed. He made shots from behind the arc off the bounce or in catch and shoot situations and showed a good understanding of when it was time to take over games.   3rd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2553697' first='Eliezer' last='Delbrey'] - Classical   An all-state player out of Rhode Island, Delbrey was fantastic on both ends of the floor this winter for Classical. An impressive athlete and capable scorer, Delbrey impressed with his motor and ability to get touch baskets in the half-court. One of the top scorers in Rhode Island, he was a matchup nightmare for opponents that could take over games with his size, athleticism, and power. He had a quick first step off the bounce and made good plays when operating out of ball screens.   3rd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2325785' first='Owen' last='Eaton'] - Rice Memorial   Arguably the top guard in Vermont, Eaton helped lead Rice Memorial to a runner-up finish in the state's largest division. A highlight reel type of athlete, Eaton was one of the most well-rounded scorers in the region. He was really good with the ball in his hands in transition, both as a scorer and a decision maker. He was a standout defender that made life on the perimeter difficult for opponents. And on top of that, he could make shots from anywhere in the gym.   3rd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='1532631' first='Teagan' last='Swint'] - Newton North   The top wing in Massachusetts, and one of the state's top scorers, Swint helped lead Newton North to an appearance in the state championship game. A 20+ point per game scorer, Swint was one of the toughest covers in New England due to his combination of positional size, skill, and shot making. He could score over smaller defenders in the paint and had blow by ability on the perimeter when covered by forwards. His shot making was a standout skill and allowed him to take over games.   3rd Team: [player_tooltip player_id='2453029' first='David' last='Smith'] - Glastonbury   A big time bucket getter from Glastonbury, Smith was not only one of the region's top perimeter athletes, but also one of the top scorers in his senior season. Smith impressed with his abilities to score the basketball, both in the half-court and in transition. He's a big, athletic guard that can really attack the rim off the bounce and finishes with authority above the rim. He was capable of going for 25+ points on any given night and also showed flashes as a defensive stopper on the perimeter.     Keep an eye out this week as we begin to unveil our All-NEPSAC teams!

Today, we'll wrap up our look at end of season awards for the state associations in the region by unveiling our All-New England teams.