Prep Hoops Logo
Login Subscribe
    • Players/Parents
    • College Coaches
  • Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
    Alabama
    Arizona
    Arkansas
    California
    Colorado
    Dakotas
    Delaware
    Florida
    Georgia
    Idaho
    Illinois
    Indiana
    Iowa
    Kansas
    Kentucky
    Louisiana
    Maryland
    Michigan
    Minnesota
    Missouri
    Nebraska
    Nevada
    New England
    New Jersey
    New Mexico
    New York
    North Carolina
    Ohio
    Oklahoma
    Oregon
    Pennsylvania
    South Carolina
    Tennessee
    Texas
    Utah
    Virginia
    Washington
    West Virginia
    Wisconsin
  • Loading...
  • Loading...
  • Tournaments
    • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
    • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
    Showcases
    • High School High School
    • Middle School Middle School
    About Our Events
  • Prep Hoops for
    • Players
    • Parents
    • Club Coaches
    • High School Coaches
    • College Coaches
    • Fans
    View All Features
    • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
    • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round.
    • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
    • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
    • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
    • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
    • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
    • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
    • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
    • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
    • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
    • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
    • Scouts
    • How We Rank
    • Reviews
    • About Us
  • New York
  • Rankings
    • 2026 Rankings

    • 2027 Rankings

    • 2028 Rankings

    • 2029 Rankings

    • Archived Rankings

    • How We Rank

  • Prospects
    • Prospect Database

  • High Schools
    • Team Rankings

  • Clubs
    • Club Programs

  • Scouts
Prep Hoops Logo
  • Home
  • Coverage
      Choose Your State Middle School Coverage
      Alabama
      Arizona
      Arkansas
      California
      Colorado
      Dakotas
      Delaware
      Florida
      Georgia
      Idaho
      Illinois
      Indiana
      Iowa
      Kansas
      Kentucky
      Louisiana
      Maryland
      Michigan
      Minnesota
      Missouri
      Nebraska
      Nevada
      New England
      New Jersey
      New Mexico
      New York
      North Carolina
      Ohio
      Oklahoma
      Oregon
      Pennsylvania
      South Carolina
      Tennessee
      Texas
      Utah
      Virginia
      Washington
      West Virginia
      Wisconsin
  • Events
      Tournaments
      • Prep Hoops Prep Hoops
      • Prep Hoops Next Prep Hoops Next
      Showcases
      • High School High School
      • Middle School Middle School
      About Our Events
  • Rankings
      Loading...
  • Scores
      Loading...
  • Features
      Prep Hoops for
      • Players
      • Parents
      • Club Coaches
      • High School Coaches
      • College Coaches
      • Fans
      View All Features
      • Player Profiles Build your own profile and join the Prep Hoops database.
      • Coverage Access Prep Hoops articles year-round.
      • Rankings See how players stack up in each state.
      • Profile Trends Track your Player Profile views over time.
      • Recruiting Tasks Stay on-track in the recruiting process.
      • Recruiting Dashboard All your recruiting tools in a single place.
      • Coach Views Get notified when a college coach views your profile.
      • College Match Recommends colleges that match with your profile.
      • Coach Contacts Contact any program in the country.
      • Recruiting Tips Become an expert on the recruiting process.
      • Event Credits Save $25 on all Prep Hoops showcases.
      • College Email Templates Send customized emails directly to college coaches.
  • About Us
      • Scouts
      • How We Rank
      • Reviews
      • About Us
  • Support
Login Subscribe

Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA

Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA
Frank Mantesta
Frank Mantesta March 16, 2026 @ 10:34 AM
Facebook
X (Formerly Twitter)

In this article:

Ethan Arita
Ethan Arita 6'2" | SF | 2027
NY
Tim Bannell
Tim Bannell 5'10" | CG | 2026
NY
Michael Cassione
Michael Cassione 5'10" | CG | 2026
NY
Brian Vales
Brian Vales 6'5" | PF | 2026
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We take a whole look at all the leagues we cover during the season. Who won , and the players leading them. The NSCHSAA (Long Island Catholic), Section xi ( Suffolk County Public schools ).<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>NSCHSAA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Holy Trinity. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Section xi AAA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bayshore</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Section xi AA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smithtown West. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Section Xi A</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Mount Sinai</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Corey Faunes","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Bayshore","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67a83"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Corey was the leader of a balanced attack for the Bayshore team in capturing the Suffolk County championship. Shoots it really well. Can score in multiple ways from different spots on the floor. Gets to the basket with quickness and athleticism while still finishing through contact. Explosive athletic player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2027768"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67b21"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Smithtown West won the AA title in Suffolk with a balanced attack as well. But Michael was the catalyst. A tough physical player who does alot of different things on the court to impact the game. Gets into the lane with a strong base handling the ball. Plays physical on both ends of the floor. Good rebounding guard can grab the rebound and start the break off the bounce.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2027771"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67b83"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tim was the sidekick to Michael and a really good one to have. Hit many clutch shots. Can play either guard spot equally effective. A knock down shooter from beyond the arc. A playmaker very steady player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2027764"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67bdb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brian was the leader on another balanced attack for Mount Sinai as they won the Suffolk county A title. He is a big presence on both ends of the floor in the paint. Excellent footwork and hands in catching the ball in traffic or finishing with an assortment of moves. Understands sealing and position in the post. High basketball IQ and excellent skill set. Really good foul shooter which is a nice luxury to have from your big man.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Andrew McNeely","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2028","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'10u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Mount Sinai ","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67cd7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The young guard looked very comfortable in big game situations. A coaches son showed the poise and confidence you would expect. High basketball IQ . Very savvy heady player. Can play either guard spot. Excellent shooter off the catch or on the move from beyond the arc. Gave Mount Sinai the poise and understanding what it would take to secure the A championship. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234322"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67d37"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coach expected Ethan to have a really good season from the start and that is exactly what he did. He gave Mount Sinai another scoring option. A long athletic player with added experience improved every day. A scorer of the ball in a variety of ways. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Tristan Thomas","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'1u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77248","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Holy Trinity","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67dd0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The MVP of the Long Island Catholic school playoffs on leading the Titans of Holy Trinity to the hotly contested championship. He had 26 points in the final. A three level scorer. Can knock down threes at a good rate. Also very good at getting to the rim and drawing contact fouls and finishing . Creative scorer with his footwork in the lane. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Jagger Verzosa","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"5'11u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"77244","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Holy Trinity","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_program":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69b8223e67e65"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The senior was a steady player doing whatever it took. Very active hands and feet. Very disruptive force on defense. Shoots it well from three. Understands the importance of moving without the ball and relocating to get off his shot. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

We take a whole look at all the leagues we cover during the season. Who won , and the players leading them. The NSCHSAA (Long Island Catholic), Section xi ( Suffolk County Public schools ).

Corey Faunes

Corey Faunes

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS CG
CLASS 2026

Corey Faunes

School: Bayshore
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Michael Cassione

Michael Cassione

NY
CG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Michael
Cassione CG
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
HS
Smithtown West
|
NY
Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA
Smithtown West won the AA title in Suffolk with a balanced attack as well. But Michael was the...
Written by Frank Mantesta
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Michael Cassione

State: New York
School: Smithtown West
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Tim Bannell

Tim Bannell

NY
CG
HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Tim
Bannell CG
Class
2026
Height
5'10"
HS
Smithtown West
|
NY
Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA
Tim was the sidekick to Michael and a really good one to have. Hit many clutch shots. Can...
Written by Frank Mantesta
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Tim Bannell

State: New York
School: Smithtown West
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Brian Vales

Brian Vales

NY
PF
HEIGHT 6'5"
POS PF
CLASS 2026
View Player
​
Brian
Vales PF
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
HS
Mount Sinai
|
NY
Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA
Brian was the leader on another balanced attack for Mount Sinai as they won the Suffolk county A...
Written by Frank Mantesta
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Brian Vales

State: New York
School: Mount Sinai
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Andrew McNeely

Andrew McNeely

HEIGHT 5'10"
POS CG
CLASS 2028

Andrew McNeely

School: Mount Sinai
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Ethan Arita

Ethan Arita

NY
SF
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
View Player
​
Ethan
Arita SF
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Mount Sinai
|
NY
Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA
Coach expected Ethan to have a really good season from the start and that is exactly what he...
Written by Frank Mantesta
Read more at PrepHoops.com
Prep Hoops

Ethan Arita

State: New York
School: Mount Sinai
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Tristan Thomas

Tristan Thomas

HEIGHT 6'1"
POS SG
CLASS 2026

Tristan Thomas

School: Holy Trinity
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Jagger Verzosa

Jagger Verzosa

HEIGHT 5'11"
POS CG
CLASS 2026

Jagger Verzosa

School: Holy Trinity
Subscribe below to view this player's evaluation
Prep Hoops

Access all of Prep Hoops

Continue reading this article and more.

Continue Reading
Already a subscriber? Log in

Related Articles

  • Who stood out in the PSAL 1A, 2A, and 3A Championships

    Who stood out in the PSAL 1A, 2A, and 3A Championships

    Kevin Daniels • March 18

  • Nassau Champions And The Players Who Starred

    Nassau Champions And The Players Who Starred

    Frank Mantesta • March 17

  • CHSAA ‘AA’ March Stock Risers

    CHSAA ‘AA’ March Stock Risers

    Kevin Daniels • March 16

  • PSAL 4A Championship: Eagle Bronx 59, Eagle Brooklyn 57 (OT)

    PSAL 4A Championship: Eagle Bronx 59, Eagle Brooklyn 57 (OT)

    Ari Rosenfeld • March 13

  • PSAL 4A Championship Key Performers

    PSAL 4A Championship Key Performers

    Kevin Daniels • March 13

Upgrade to Prep Hoops+
Unlock rankings, insights, and recruiting tools to maximize your exposure and guide your path to college.
Learn More
Loading...
Home New York Big Apple Report Players And Champions Suffolk And NSCHSAA

Prep Network

  • Prep Network
  • Prep Dig
  • Prep Girls Hoops
  • Prep Hoops
  • Prep Lacrosse
  • Prep Girls Lacrosse
  • Prep Redzone
  • Prep Soccer
  • Prep Softball

Company

  • News
  • About
  • Careers
  • Store
  • Partner Interest Form

Resources

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Accessibility
  • Cookie Policy
  • NCSA College Recruiting
  • Recruiting Tips
  • Student Loan Resources
  • College Scholarship Search
  • Terms for Sales and Promotions

Support

  • My Account
  • Contact
  • Sitemap

© 2026 Prep Hoops. All rights reserved.