New England Commitment Catch-Up (9/28)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In just a few days, the calendar will flip to October, which means that basketball season is right around the corner.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>But, we don't have to wait for the season to start for the commitments to keep coming in - as another five prospects came off the board in New England in recent days!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Below is more on those five prospects and where they will play their college ball.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553805"],"_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-6abac1afedcc4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Tarro, a wing out of <em>Phillips Academy Andover</em> in Massachusetts, came off the board with a commitment to <strong><em>Washington University in St. Louis</em></strong>. The 6'3" wing is a high level athlete that thrives when slashing to the rim, where he can finish in a variety of ways. He's really good in transition and has continued to develop his perimeter jumper while showing the ability to operate as a secondary playmaker with the ball in his hands. Defensively, he guards up and down a position and is an effective rebounder both in space and in traffic. Tarro has the chance to make an early impact for <strong><em>WashU</em></strong> and could develop into one of the better two-way wings in the <em>UAA</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2465139"],"_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-6abac1afedd00"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Wane, a forward out of <em>Austin Preparatory School</em> in Massachusetts, put an end to his recruitment when he committed to <strong><em>Williams College</em></strong>. The 6'5" hybrid forward has really come on strong over the last year, showing inside-out playmaking ability and a bunch of versatility on the defensive end of the floor. He operates as a grab-and-go rebounder in transition, makes plays in passing lanes and around the rim defensively, and has the ability to play as a pop guy or roller out of ball screens. He's a good athlete, has positional size, and continues to develop his feel for the game offensively. Wane is a nice early commitment for <strong><em>Williams</em></strong>, where he figures to be a solid four-year contributor in the <em>NESCAC</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2207287"],"_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-6abac1afedd33"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Archbold, a forward out of the <em>Hotchkiss School</em> in Connecticut, announced his future plans with a commitment to <strong><em>Pepperdine University</em></strong>. The 6'8" hybrid forward is incredibly versatile on the offensive end of the floor, showing the ability to initiate offense with the ball in his hands, slide off the ball and score from all three levels, or take advantage of mismatches to score in the post. He's a plus athlete, moves well laterally, and is as competitive as any prospect in the region. Defensively, he can guard in the paint or on the perimeter and does a great job of making an impact on the glass. Archbold is a major recruiting win for <em><strong>Pepperdine</strong></em> and could find himself in the mix for future all-league honors in the <em>West Coast Conference</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2532391"],"_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-6abac1afedd62"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Gill, a guard out of <em>Masters Academy International</em> in Massachusetts, finalized his plans for next year with a commitment to <strong><em>Miami University (OH)</em></strong>. The 6'3" guard is a pure scorer that does a nice job of creating space off the bounce and elevating into his jumper. He's capable of making shots off the bounce, has some wiggle with the ball in his hands, and uses his athleticism to finish above the rim off drives. On the other end of the floor, he does a nice job of guarding in space and uses his length to his advantage to create deflections and steals off the ball. Gill gives <strong><em>Miami</em></strong> a dynamic addition to the back-court and has the potential to develop into an all-league performer in the <em>Mid-American Conference</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470885"],"_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-6abac1afedd9e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Edmonds, a forward out of <em>Phillips Academy Andover</em>, wrapped up his recruitment when he committed to the <strong><em>United States Naval Academy</em></strong>. The 6'6" forward plays with a ton of physicality and is one of the better offensive rebounds in New England. He's impressed recently with the development of his perimeter game, as he's able to take defenders off the bounce as a driver and to make shots from behind the arc in catch and shoot situations. Defensively, he plays with a good motor, fights on the glass, and has the ability to defend in space or in the paint. Edmonds is a terrific get for <strong><em>Navy</em></strong> and profiles as an immediate impact performer in the <em>Patriot League</em>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Keep an eye out in the coming weeks as we continue to cover all of New England's college commitments!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->