New England Commitment Catch-Up (11/03)

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another flury of commitments in New England means it's time for another <em>Commitment Catch-Up</em>!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Today, we'll highlight seven local products that have recently announced their plans for the next level, with three headed to the Division I level and the other four headed to Division III.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2553759"],"_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-6ae933ed8dfc9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Clement, a forward out of <em>CATS Academy</em> in Massachusetts, came off the board when he announced his commitment to <strong><em>Missouri State University</em></strong>. The 6'9" forward continues to expand his game and figures to only get better as he adds strength at the next level. He has the ability to handle the ball on the perimeter, makes shots at all three levels, and does a nice job of finishing plays around the rim. He's an instinctive cutter, uses his length as a finisher, and shows some feel as a passer. Defensively, he covers ground quickly and has the ability to protect the rim as a shot blocker from the help position.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["3590193"],"_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-6ae933ed8e060"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">D'Ambra, a guard out of <em>Bishop Hendricken High School</em> in Rhode Island, finalized his plans for the next level with a commitment to <strong><em>Babson College</em></strong>. The 6'3" guard knows how to create space off the bounce, makes good reads out of ball screens, and can make tough shots late in the clock. The lefty has a quick release on his jumper, plays with good strength as a driver, and does a nice job as a decision maker in transition. On the other end of the floor, he's a capable multi-positional defender that also contributes on the glass.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2696663"],"_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-6ae933ed8e0c1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Chartier, a wing out of <em>Phillips Exeter Academy</em> in New Hampshire, announced his plans for the next level with a commitment to the <strong><em>United States Air Force Academy</em></strong>. The 6'7" wing is one of the top perimeter shooters in New England, able to get his shot off over almost any defender. He's improved off the bounce, knows how to create space as a shooter, and does a really nice job of cutting off the basketball. He's got plus athleticism, deep range on his jumper, and continues to add strength to his frame. Defensively, his length is an asset in passing lanes and he has the ability to defend up and down a position with his combination of positional size and mobility.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2878537"],"_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-6ae933ed8e121"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maloney, a wing out of the <em>Newman School</em> in Massachusetts, wrapped up his recruitment with a commitment to the <strong><em>University of Vermont</em></strong>. The 6'6" wing is an explosive athlete, maybe the best in New England, and thrives playing in space. He's a terrific cutter, has the ability to make plays as a straight line driver, and does a nice job of attacking the offensive glass. He flies up and down the floor in transition, is a lob threat around the rim, and also shows the ability to make shots in catch and shoot situations. Defensively, he can guard four positions and is a high level shot blocker when coming over from the help side. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1661246"],"_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-6ae933ed8e16e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Dennis, a forward out of <em>Choate Rosemary Hall</em> in Connecticut, came off the board when he announced his commitment to <strong><em>Wesleyan University</em></strong>. The 6'9" forward operates mostly as a floor spacer, showing the ability to knock down perimeter jumpers in bunches, thriving as a pop guy out of ball screens. He moves well for his size, can take smaller defenders into the post, and does makes good decisions with the ball out of the mid-post. On the other end, he can move his feet to stay in front of guards in switches, gives good effort on the glass, and does a nice job of walling up in the paint without fouling. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2470892"],"_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-6ae933ed8e1d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hoffman, a forward out of the <em>Avon Old Farms School</em> in Connecticut, put an end to his recruitment when he announced his commitment to <strong><em>Rochester Institute of Technology</em></strong>. A 6'7" forward, Hoffman has broad shoulders and a college ready frame that he uses to his advantage as a post finisher. He's quick off the floor, keeps the ball high as a finisher, and has a variety of scoring moves with his back to the basket. He sets good screens, runs the floor hard in transition, and has better athleticism that he gets credit for. Defensively, he's a tough paint presence that makes opponents alter their shots in the paint while also doing the dirty work on the boards.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2711431"],"_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-6ae933ed8e221"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">MacPhee, a guard out of <em>Stoneham High School</em> in Massachusetts, ended his recruitment when he pledged his commitment to <strong><em>Suffolk University</em></strong>. The 6'3" guard has good size for the position and a versatile skillset on the offensive end of the floor. He's a high level shooter that can make shots with range, while also showing the ability to leverage his shooting to open up driving lanes. He finishes with touch around the rim and continues to evolve as a playmaker with the ball in his hands. Defensively, he can guard any spot on the perimeter and does a nice job of playing angles and being in the right spot in rotations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->