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Montgomery High’s Ethan Lin Commits to Division I Penn Basketball
Ethan Lin, a 6-foot-5 point guard from Montgomery High School's Class of 2026, has committed to Penn Men's basketball after scoring 612 points in his senior season.
Five-Star Recruit Colton Hiller Receives Offer from Syracuse Hoops
Colton Hiller, a 14-year-old guard/forward from Coatesville Area Senior High School, has received a Division I basketball offer from Syracuse University, alongside offers from several other schools, showcasing his elite talent.
Top 2026 Recruit Deron Rippey, Jr. Attracts Offer from Kentucky Hoops
Blair Academy's guard Deron Rippey, Jr., a top 2026 college prospect, has received an offer from Kentucky. He also has multiple offers and is ranked No. 18 nationally, showcasing impressive high school stats.
Patrick School Guard JeBron Harris Commits to Monmouth Men’s Basketball
JeBron Harris, a guard from the Class of 2026 at Patrick School in N.J., has committed to Monmouth University for Division I basketball, having previously attracted interest from several other programs.
2028 Bullis School Star Xavier Skipworth Earns D1 Offer from Syracuse Hoops
Class of 2028 Bullis School guard Xavier Skipworth has received a Division I offer from Syracuse. The 6-foot-5 player also has offers from Purdue and Marquette, highlighting his growing recruitment profile.
William Kassi: Rising Basketball Star Attracts College Interest From Seton Hall, Iona Hoops
William Kassi, a 6-foot-8 wing from Indian Hills Community College, is attracting interest from several colleges after averaging 9.8 points and 5.7 rebounds in the 2024-25 season.
Ashleigh Tavaska: From Being Burntout Student-Athlete to College Softball Star at DII Caldwell University
Ashleigh Tavaska, a former reluctant athlete, excelled at Caldwell University, achieving numerous accolades and maintaining a 3.6 GPA. Her unexpected success and personal growth in softball have greatly influenced her outlook and future studies.
Chatham Falls in Heart-Pounding OT Battle Against Summit in Girls’ Lacrosse North Jersey, Group 3 Sectional Championship
Chatham High School's girl's lacrosse team lost 9-8 in overtime against Summit for the NJISAA championship. Coach McCutcheon-Oliver praised her team's historic season despite frustrations with key game moments and miscues.
EX-SI FerryHawks Pitcher Jack Mahoney Heads to Athletics’ Minor League System
Jack Mahoney, a former Staten Island FerryHawks pitcher, has signed with the Athletics organization after a standout performance in the Atlantic League. The 26-year-old lefty recorded 41 strikeouts in six appearances, including a notable two-hit game against the Long Island Ducks, and previously played for the Milwaukee Milkmen.
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