2015 Regional Team Bios

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LEVAN ALSTON


Height: 6-3 | Weight: 155 | Position: Guard | Haverford School
Hometown: Haverford, PA | College: Temple

Alston is an explosive guard who can score in a variety of ways.   His ability to handle the ball allows him to help at point and make plays. He loves to attack the rim, but can also hit shots from mid range and behind the arc. His length and athleticism add to his excellent defensive skills. Alston played in the Nike EYBL for Team Final. Alston has committed to play for Fran Dunphy at Temple University.

DESURE BUIE


Height: 6-0 | Weight: 160 | Position: Guard | Wings Academy
Hometown: Bronx, NY | College: Hofstra

Buie is an excellent passer that sees the floor very well and orchestrates his team. He has the talent to run the offense and consistently keep his team involved. Buiee is fundamentally sound with a high basketball I.Q. He has played for the New York Lighting in the Nike EYBL circuit. Buie has committed to play for Joe Milhalich at Hofstra.

ELIJAH BURNS


Height: 6-8 | Weight: 230 | Position: Power Forward | Blair Academy
Hometown: Blairstown, NJ | College: Notre Dame

One of the toughest forwards in the game, Burns has a college-ready body. His presence on the glass and ability to knock down mid-range jumpers makes him that much more of a threat. He played in the Nike EYBL circuit for Albany City Rocks. Burns has committed to play for Mike Brey at Notre Dame.

BRYANT CRAWFORD


Height: 6-3 | Weight: 1984 | Position: Point Guard | Gonzaga H.S.
Hometown: Kensington, MD | College: Wake Forest

A natural point guard, Crawford has a good vision of the floor and has a fine balance between passing and scoring.  He can accurately knock down shots from behind the arc and has a quick first step that compliments his floater. Crawford has a great feel for the game. He played in the Nike EYBL for Team Takeover. Crawford has committed to play for Danny Manning at Wake Forest University.

DONTE DIVINCENZO


Height: 6-4 | Weight: 170 | Position: Guard | Salesianum School
Hometown: Wilmington, DE | College: Villanova

Divincenzo has the ability to play either guard position and has the size and strength to defend against bigger players. He has excellent range on his jumper and can create his own shot., making him a very versatile player. He played in the Nike EYBL circuit for Team Final. Divincenzo has committed to play for Jay Wright at Villanova.

STEPHEN ENOCH


Height: 6-10 | Weight: 220| Position: Center | St. Thomas More
Hometown: Norwalk, CT | College: UConn

Enoch is a quintessential big man with great low post moves and excellent footwork. He is a consistent mid range shooter and can occasionally knock down the three.   His strong build and long arms allow him to be a great rebounder and shot blocker. He’s a good athlete who can change the game on both ends of the court. Enoch has committed to play for Kevin Ollie at the University of Connecticut.

FRANKLIN HOWARD


Height: 6-5 | Weight: 185 | Position: Forward | Paul VI
Hometown: Suitland, MD | College: Syracuse

Howard is a tremendous athlete and solid finisher in the open court. He is a sound decision maker with the ability to score the ball from mid to deep range. His size and athletic talent give him the ability to defend multiple positions. He played in the Nike EYBL for Team Takeover. Howard has committed to play for Jim Boeheim at Syracuse.

DERRICK JONES


Height: 6-8 | Weight: 180 | Position: Forward | Archbishop Carroll
Hometown: Philadelphia, PA | College: UNLV

Jones is an exceptional athlete that finishes high above the rim. He’s a high-energy player that rebounds and blocks shots extremely well for a wing player. His athleticism allows him to be a game changer on both ends of the floor. Jones has committed to play for Dave Rice at University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

TREY LOWE


Height: 6-5 | Weight: 153 | Position: Guard | Ewing H.S.  
Hometown: Ewing, NJ | College: Temple

Lowe has the ability to pull up and knock down perimeter shots with ease. Even though he is a known scorer, Lowe is a solid passer as well. His size and length make him a good perimeter defender with the ability to get steals and deflections. He played in the Nike EYBL for Team Final. Lowe has committed to play for Fran Dunphy at Temple University.

DONOVAN MITCHELL


Height: 6-2 | Weight: 185 | Position: Guard | Brewster Academy 
Hometown: Greenwich, CT | College: Louisville

Mitchell is a powerful guard who attacks the rim at every opportunity. He plays above the rim and his explosiveness allows him to score in high volumes. Mitchell is a solid rebounder that often capitalizes on his own put backs. Mitchell has committed to play for Rick Pitino at University of Louisville.

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JALEN ADAMS


Height: 6-2 | Weight: 160 | Position: Point Guard | Brewster Academy
Hometown: Roxbury, MA | College: UConn

Adams is an explosive guard known for playing in attack mode at all times. He is a combo guard that plays with huge offensive confidence. He can finish on the break, get to the rim and knock down open or contested threes.   His athletic talent gives him the ability to defend both guard positions. Adams has committed to play for Kevin Ollie at the University of Connecticut.

MOUSTAPHA DIAGNE


Height: 6-9 | Weight: 241 | Position: Power Forward | Pope John XXII
Hometown: Sparta, NJ | College: Syracuse

Diagne is a defense-oriented big man. He is a top notch shot blocker and a competitive player with in inherent ability to rebound. At 6-9, he has an extremely long wingspan of 7-3. Diagne is an excellent finisher around the basket who plays well above the rim. He played in the Nike EYBL for Playaz Basketball Club. Diagne has committed to play for Jim Boeheim at Syracuse.

DAVON DILLARD


Height: 6-5 | Weight: 205 | Position: Forward | Our Savior New American School
Hometown: Gary, IN | College: California

Dillard is an athletic forward with an elite level of quickness. He recognizes defenses quickly and is able to adjust his body when attacking the basket. Dillard played in the Nike EYBL for Mac Irvin Fire. Dillard has committed to play for Cuonzo Martin at University of California

JESSIE GOVAN


Height: 6-10 | Weight: 263 | Position: Center | Wings Academy
Hometown: Manhasset, NY | College: Georgetown

Govan is a big and disciplined post player with all of the right tools, including solid fundamental footwork. His aggressiveness is most often exhibited on the defensive end and when he hits the boards. Govan played in the Nike EYBL for the New York Lighting. Govan has committed to play for John Thompson III at Georgetown.

SHAKUR JUISTON


Height: 6-6 | Weight: 205 | Position: Power Forward | Paterson Eastside
Hometown: Paterson, NJ | College: Undecided

Juiston may be considered an undersized big man, but he makes up for it with his pure athleticism. He is a high-energy player on both ends of the floor and a very skilled rebounder. Juiston is undecided on where he will attend college.

TYLER LYDON


Height: 6-8 | Weight: 181 | Position: Power Forward | New Hampton School
Hometown: Pine Plains, NJ | College: Syracuse

Lydon is an athletic big man with the ability to score in the post and shoot the ball from long range.   His length gives him an advantage to grab rebounds off the glass and block shots. Lydon e was a member of the gold medal 2014 FIBA Americas U18 team. He also played for Albany City Rocks in the Nike EYBL. Lydon has committed to play for Jim Boeheim at Syracuse.

TERANCE MANN


Height: 6-6 | Weight: 193 | Position: Guard | Tilton School
Hometown: Lowell, MA | College: Florida State

Mann is a versatile player with a tremendous offensive skill set. His athleticism allows him score in bunches and make remarkable plays in traffic. He has an advanced understanding of the game and all the tools necessary to excel at the next level.   Mann played for the Boston Amateur Basketball Club in the Nike EYBL. Mann has committed to play for Leonard Hamilton at Florida State.

QUINCY MCKNIGHT


Height: 6-3 | Weight: 180 | Position: Guard | Phelps School 
Hometown: Bridgeport, CT | College: Sacred Heart

McKnight is a solid two-way player with the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways. He is a skilled wing that has an instinctive feel for the game. He has a very dependable mid-range shot and is at his best around the rim. He played in the Nike EYBL for the PSA Cardinals. McKnight is committed to Sacred Heart.

MATT RYAN


Height: 6-5 | Weight: 185 | Position: Forward | Iona Prep 
Hometown: Cortlandt Manor, NY | College: Notre Dame

Ryan is a fundamentally sound forward that can consistently hit deep shots. He also moves well without the ball and handles the ball well for his size. He is a well-rounded player with a high basketball I.Q. Ryan played in the Nike EYBL for Albany City Rocks. Ryan has committed to play for Mike Brey at Notre Dame.

DAMON WILSON, JR.


Height: 6-5 | Weight: 200 | Position: Point Guard | Our Savior New American School
Hometown: Powder Springs, GA | College: Pittsburgh

Wilson is an athletic combo guard that makes smart decisions and rarely turns the ball over. He is a great passer with a tremendous ability to see the floor.   His size and strength make him a difficult match-up for opposing guards. Wilson has committed to play for Jamie Dixon at Pittsburgh.

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