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Posted Friday, March 28th, 2025
Brandon Doherty (2029) Doherty displayed a deep offensive bag, using crafty ball-handling to create open looks for himself and his teammates. His dribbling ability will take him a long way. Elias Boben (2029) Boben did it all. He was a fantastic rebounder, got to the hoop at will, and defended the ball very well. He has all the tools you want in a developing young player. Emmanuel Boben (2029) Emmanuel Boben got to the rim with ease, showing an impressive ability to finish with defenders…
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Posted Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Khaelon Watkins (2029) Watkins is an explosive slasher with a high basketball IQ. He attacked with control and poise, creating opportunities for himself at the rim and setting up teammates for easy buckets when the lane closed. Defensively, he anchored the paint while also showing the versatility to guard smaller players on the perimeter. Dante Hummel (2029) Hummel pushed the tempo with energy but maintained a composed approach. He filled the stat sheet with strong drives to the rim and confident shooting from…
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Posted Monday, March 24th, 2025
The Junior Elite 75 returned this past Friday March 21st at Mass Premier Courts in Foxborough Massachusetts, as 5th-8th graders put their skills on display. The gym was loaded with future talent in the New England region (and just beyond) that we were thrilled to welcome to our Elite 75 showcase series. Over the coming days, we will be going through and highlighting those who took the court. Darwin Mendoza (2029) Mendoza played the role of a true pass-first point guard. With…
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Posted Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
The anticipation is building for this year’s Junior Elite 75, taking place on March 21st at Mass Premier in Foxboro. Year after year, this event serves as a proving ground for the next generation of New England high school basketball stars. Last year was no exception, as a talented group of eighth graders showcased their promise and potential. While plenty of last year’s JE75 alumni have had strong starts to their high school careers, here are some of the players making the…
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Posted Monday, February 17th, 2025
HoopRootz and NERR are excited to host the Prep School Fair at this year’s Junior Elite 75 Showcase, an amazing opportunity for middle school players and their families to explore the prep school pathway. Many top basketball prospects choose prep schools to develop their game while receiving a high-quality education. This event will connect you with admissions representatives and coaches from some of the best prep and private schools in New England, giving you firsthand insight into their academic and athletic programs. Event Details Location: Mass Premier…
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Posted Thursday, February 6th, 2025
This past weekend (Jan 31–Feb 2), MADE Hoops hosted the third session of its East Winter Circuit at Spooky Nook in Manheim, PA. The event featured some of the top 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade teams in the country, with several New England programs in the mix. With championship weekend approaching, teams were eager to solidify their spots in the postseason. Here’s a breakdown of how some of the region’s top 8th grade teams performed: Expressions Elite 2029 Black (2-2 S3, 6-4…
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Posted Friday, January 31st, 2025
The 2019 Junior Elite 75 produced some standout prospects just six years ago. Many of these players are now in the final stages of their prep careers or beginning to make an impact at the college level. Here’s a look at some former JE75 participants who have developed into rising stars: Alex Egbuonu – Now a junior at Lawrence Academy, Egbuonu has skyrocketed over the past year, establishing himself as a top-100 player nationally in the class of 2026. With multiple…
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Posted Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
HoopRootz is making its return! As the middle school branch of the New England Recruiting Report (NERR)—the region’s most trusted brand in grassroots recruiting—HoopRootz is set to reclaim its position as the go-to source for identifying and promoting the next generation of basketball stars on their journey to the high school ranks.HoopRootz is dedicated to spotlighting emerging talent through writeups, social media features, and in-depth player profiles. By hosting premier events, including showcases and tournaments, we aim to provide young athletes…
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Posted Friday, March 29th, 2024
The Junior Elite 75 returned this past Friday March 22nd in Foxborough Massachusetts, as 5th-8th graders took the court to put their skills on display. The gym was loaded with future talent in the New England region that we were thrilled to welcome to our Elite 75 showcase series. As we wrap up the recaps, we truly thank all of the prospects, families and schools who made the trip over to Mass Premier last week for our first Junior Elite…
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Posted Thursday, March 28th, 2024
The Junior Elite 75 returned this past Friday March 22nd in Foxborough Massachusetts, as 5th-8th graders took the court to put their skills on display. The gym was loaded with future talent in the New England region that we were thrilled to welcome to our Elite 75 showcase series. In the coming days, we will continue to go through and highlight those who took the court. More Impressive 2028 and 2029 Standouts Max Maturah directs traffic on the court with quick…
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