Long-Mtumeis a speedy guard with crafty handles who is well known for his ability to generate points off the bounce in transition as well as the half-court. Additionally, his jump shot is accurate from behind the 3-point line as well as in the mid-range. Long-Mtume’s court vision and unselfish nature make him a creative passer. Still, what college coaches will really love about this 2025 prospect is his relentless effort on the defensive end as well as his rebounding (6.7 per game in 5A tourney). Long-Mtume’s state tourney play was highlighted by a 15 points (2 threes) and 7 rebounds performance during the Saints 1^st Round win over Marple Newtown.  

Recently Long-Mtume exploded for 31 points (5 threes) in NG’s District playoff win over Roxborough. So, it should not come as a surprise that he played well in this game. This speedy guard with slick handles scored repeatedly in transition. His 3-point stroke was clicking too. Long-Mtume posted 15 points in this win and handed out a few creative dimes too.

In 2024-25 Long-Mtume operated as a starting combo guard for NG who could score at all three levels. During his senior campaign, Long-Mtume averaged 12 points and 4 assist per night. Then in the District 12-5A championship game, Long-Mtume exploded for 31 points in NG’s win overRoxborough. Long-Mtume drained 5 threes in that game. This speedy guard with crafty handle also scored repeatedly in transition. His dribble pull-up game was clicking too. In addition to getting buckets in the D12-5A title game, Long-Mtume was a creative passer who delivered several impressive live dribble dimes.

This talented lefty was having a quiet game against Central York until he exploded for 11 points in the 4^th quarter. During that scoring stretch Long-Mtume showed his extreme versatility as he drained a three, got to the rim off the bounce and hit pull-ups. Long-Mtume converted on several tough shots during that 4^th quarter. He also displayed a high IQ and the ability to direct half-court sets. Long-Mtume registered 16 points (2 Threes) versus Central York.

Long-Mtume was active in all facets on the game. He was assertive on the defensive end gathering steals. He was making plays for his teammates moving the ball. Long-Mtume even flashed as a scorer. He provides experience to a Neumann-Goretti team that has new faces.

This lefty is an extremely versatile and talented backcourt prospect with a gritty edge to his game. Mtume-Longhas a knack for hitting tough shots at all three levels. His step-back jumper against tight man-to-man pressure is a thing of beauty. Mtume-Long’s ability to use the glass from multiple angles in unique among guards in the area. With his quick first-step and deep bag of dribble moves, Mtume-Long is a dribble drive threat too. Mtume-Long, is also a fierce on-ball defender who generates steals and deflections that lead to easy baskets for himself as well as his teammates.