NEBL Regular Season Finale: Senior Sleepers

Having spent the bulk of the scholastic season covering prep schools in leagues such as the EYBL Scholastic, Grind Session, and Overtime Elite, I decided to switch things up. Making the trek to the Northeast for some college games, I opted to take in some of the more traditional prep schools in that region.

These aren’t necessarily the ones that produce NBA players every year; they are true college preparatory schools. You know, the ones that generate future Presidents of the United States, Fortune 500 CEOs, or international dignitaries who send their children to.

Enter the New England Basketball League.

Held at the state-of-the-art Track at New Balance, the NEBL comprises several traditional Northeast powers that also compete in another league in addition to their NEPSAC schedule. Brimmer & May School (Mass.), CATS Academy Boston (Mass.), Cushing Academy (Mass.), Darrow School (NY), New Hampton School (N.H.), Newman School National (Mass.), Putnam Science Academy (Conn.), and South Kent School (Conn.) composed the eight-team league that was competitive in virtually every game played.

We took in the final weekend of the regular season, which saw Putnam Science Academy crowned regular-season champs. The victories are short-lived as the NEBL Playoffs tip off this weekend in Boston.

With the NEBL being a senior and post-grad laden league, there are plenty of players who are physically ready to contribute immediately at the college level in the 2026 class. Having already examined the top overall performers in the NEBL, we thought it was time to identify some of the seniors who aren’t the biggest names but have shown they can play with anyone.

Here are some of the best juniors that the NEBL had to offer:

Timmy Bollin, 6’6, SF, Newman School (Mass.) 2026

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The epitome of a glue guy, Timmy Bollin, impacted the game in so many ways for a loaded Newman School squad. The lefty brought toughness on both ends of the floor, showcased his IQ by strategically picking his spots on the floor, and knew how to utilize mismatches.

Heading to Brown, Bollin is one of the NEBL prospects who has the potential to make an impact in the Ivy League.

Caspian Jones, 6’6, SF, CATS Academy Boston (Mass.), 2026

Making his way from Phoenix to Boston, Caspian Jones brought the same level of productivity that allowed him to win an Arizona State title next to Duke-bound 7-footer Cameron Williams at St. Mary’s High School. The combo forward produces at a high rate, can post smaller defenders, and shoots it well enough from deep to keep you honest.

The Phoenix product, who has been producing at a high rate on the AAU circuit with Belmont Shore, should have his college decision finalized in the near future.

Atticus Richmond, 6’8, SF/PF, Newman School (Mass.), 2026

A versatile new-age forward, Atticus Richmond did a little bit of everything for Newman in today’s positionless game of basketball. The Illinois Wolves product posted smaller defenders, was outstanding cutting in Newman’s motion offense, and shot the ball well from three with his feet set.

Heading to the Ivy League next year at Columbia, Richmond’s inside/out game should allow him to see some minutes right away.

David Gaymon, 6’5, SG, Putnam Science Academy (Conn.), 2026

A product of New York City, David Gaymon showed his ability to make tough shots throughout Putnam’s NEBL regular-season championship run. The scoring guard can fill it up with limited dribbles, doesn’t need a ton of space to get his jump shot off, and has no problem elevating to shoot over the top of defenders.

Gaymon picked up an offer from Gardner-Webb over the past few days and should have plenty more by the time the season ends.

Nelson Mboudjika, 6’9, C, CATS Academy Boston (Mass.), 2026

Having spent time mainly with the EYBL Scholastic squad, Nelson Mboudjika played with the CATS’ NEBL unit and proved to be one of the best unsigned bigs at the event. The Expressions AAU big man looks to dunk everything in the paint, is comfortable scoring with his back to the basket, and controls his area on the glass.

Holding offers from several D-1 programs in the Northeast, Nelson will be a nice addition to a college program in the late signing period.

Windston Legentus, 6’0, PG, Brimmer & May (Mass.), 2026

A name that I wasn’t familiar with going into The NEBL, I walked away loving the game of Windston Legentus. The scoring point guard was exceptionally confident on the hardwood, had no problem shooting it off the bounce or with his feet set, and utilized an excellentchange of pace to explode to the paint.

Legentus has proven himself on the AAU circuit with Middlesex Magic and will continue to build his résumé throughout the rest of his senior campaign.