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Do the Royals have enough in 2026-2027?

Do the Royals have enough in 2026-2027?
Brian Reichert
Brian Reichert September 18, 2026 @ 02:23 PM
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Bablen Traore
Bablen Traore 6'6" | SF | 2027
NY
Gasaousu Samake
Gasaousu Samake 6'8" | PF | 2028
NY
Aaron Ellis
Aaron Ellis 6'2" | SG | 2028
NY
Jack Martinez
Jack Martinez 6'0" | CG | 2028
NJ
Johnny Magna
Johnny Magna 6'2" | CG | 2027
NY
Fabian Pinnock
Fabian Pinnock 5'7" | PG | 2027
NY
Malachi Hudson
Malachi Hudson 6'2" | CG | 2027
NY
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Keep buying in stock in Magna, we have plenty. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3417334"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa6f82eb5065"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ellis broke out last season and showed he's one of the most dangerous scorers in the CHSAA. He's back, more confident, will have a larger role and also looks to be 100%. This Junior could lead the league in scoring, he can create his own shot, makes threes at a high rate and plays above the rim. His on ball defense, motor, rebounding are all improving plus he's ready to step up for CTK. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234122"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa6f82eb5087"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hudson had waited his turn, stayed committed to the process, was playing well and then went down with a season ending injury. He's working his way back slowly and will look to make his return this fall at nearly full strength. His willingness to sacrifice, make the extra pass, crash the offensive glass and take the toughest defensive assignment is exactly what Head Coach Joe Arbitello needs.  A smart school will scoop him up at the end of his final year in the Catholic League. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2234132"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa6f82eb50b2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pinnock is a total x factor this season for the Royals should have plenty of opportunities and minutes. He's a nice offensive piece, he makes corner threes, can heat and plays with a lot of confidence. His defense goes under the radar, he's tough finisher around the basket, gets ahead of the pack in transition and plays his role well. When the Senior makes good decisions and winning plays the Royals will be an even more difficult team to beat. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3703718"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa6f82eb50cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Traore comes into the program as a Senior and will be expected to be a large part of the front court. He's a little undersized for a center but he's got a great motor, can put the ball on the floor, blocks shots and is very physical. His strength is impressive, he runs the floor, brings energy and much needed attitude to this rotation. There's games where he may just have a few points but Traore will have an impact on most of the games he's in. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3699915"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa6f82eb50ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Samake is a new developing prospect who's showing some great potential on both ends. He's a dunk machine, he can take over for stretches, he protects the paint and plays hard. This front court will rely on him on a bunch throughout the year but he only has to play a part with such a strong supporting cast. If the Royals can get him comfortable, consistent touches and minutes expect a big year for Samake. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3270158"],"_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"},"alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-6aa6f82eb5107"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Martinez comes over from St. Benedicts in New Jersey and averaged almost 12 points a game last season. There's a lot to like about this experienced guard and he should fill in most of the gaps in this rotation. He allows them play a lot of different lineups, he can create his own shot, score off the ball and defend multiple positions. This staff may have struck gold by adding Martinez, he gives them much needed depth, another reliable scorer and a guy who wants to win.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->
La Salle
Johnny Magna

Johnny Magna

NY
CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS CG
CLASS 2027
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Magna CG
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Christ the King
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NY
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State: New York
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Aaron Ellis

Aaron Ellis

NY
SG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS SG
CLASS 2028
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Aaron
Ellis SG
Class
2028
Height
6'2"
HS
Christ the King
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NY
Do the Royals have enough in 2026-2027?
Ellis broke out last season and showed he’s one of the most dangerous scorers in the CHSAA. He’s...
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Aaron Ellis

State: New York
School: Christ the King
Club: NY Gauchos
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Malachi Hudson

Malachi Hudson

NY
CG
HEIGHT 6'2"
POS CG
CLASS 2027
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Malachi
Hudson CG
Class
2027
Height
6'2"
HS
Christ the King
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NY
Do the Royals have enough in 2026-2027?
Hudson had waited his turn, stayed committed to the process, was playing well and then went down with...
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Malachi Hudson

State: New York
School: Christ the King
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Fabian Pinnock

Fabian Pinnock

NY
PG
HEIGHT 5'7"
POS PG
CLASS 2027
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Fabian
Pinnock PG
Class
2027
Height
5'7"
HS
Christ the King
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NY
Do the Royals have enough in 2026-2027?
Pinnock is a total x factor this season for the Royals should have plenty of opportunities and minutes....
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Fabian Pinnock

State: New York
School: Christ the King
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Bablen Traore

Bablen Traore

HEIGHT 6'6"
POS SF
CLASS 2027
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Bablen
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Class
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HS
Christ the King
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State: New York
School: Christ the King
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Gasaousu Samake

Gasaousu Samake

HEIGHT 6'8"
POS PF
CLASS 2028
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Gasaousu
Samake PF
Class
2028
Height
6'8"
HS
Christ the King
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NY
Do the Royals have enough in 2026-2027?
Samake is a new developing prospect who’s showing some great potential on both ends. He’s a dunk machine,...
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State: New York
School: Christ the King
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Jack Martinez

Jack Martinez

NJ
CG
HEIGHT 6'0"
POS CG
CLASS 2028
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Class
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Height
6'0"
HS
St. Benedict’s
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NJ
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State: New Jersey
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