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Final wrap up on the Massachusetts showcase days

May 26, 2025

Showcase week officially wrapped up on Wednesday night with the Merrimack Valley Conference Showcase. Over the course of the past two weeks, we had four showcase days in the Bay State. Here is a quick recap from each of the showcase days. Hockomock represents: College coaches I have spoken with told me that they were impressed with the Hockomock League Showcase. 25 college coaches showed up to watch 100 players……

Underclassmen Spotlight: Webber Marx, QB, St. Paul’s School

May 24, 2025

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Courtesy of Webber Marx X account Webber Marx is one of the top quarterbacks in a loaded 2027 quarterback group in New England. We had the opportunity to catch up with Webber and got to know him as a player and as a person. Here is our interview with Webber Marx. NEFJ: Talk about your football journey. When did you start playing football? What attracted you to the sport? WM:……

Recruiting Visit: Nathan Rivera, OL/DL, North Attleboro

May 23, 2025

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We got a chance to catch up with North Attleboro standout offensive and defensive lineman Nathan Rivera. Rivera is one of the top two way lineman in the Hockomock League and he is primed for a big season. Here is our conversation with Nathan. He was gracious enough to time from his busy school and lacrosse schedule. NEFJ: How has the off-season gone for you so far? What have you……

Merrimack Valley Conference showcase provides unique opportunity

May 22, 2025

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By Mukala Kabongo NEFJ Staff ANDOVER – The Merrimack Valley Conference was the latest to host a football showcase for their student athletes after last week’s extremely successful ISL and Catholic Conference showcases. On a cloudy Wednesday evening at Andover high school over 100 student athletes showcased the talent in the Merrimack Valley Conference which is considered one of the better conferences in the state. “It’s just good to see…

Recruiting Visit with Avon Old Farms offensive tackle Charlie Thom

May 20, 2025

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Former Darien standout tight end Charlie Thom has transferred to Avon Old Farms. The 6’7 275 pound Thom has been one of the hottest names in recruiting circles this off-season. Coming off of a great performance at last week’s showcase day, Thom’s stock is rising. He has 18 offers from schools like UConn, Nebraska, Syracuse, Wake Forest, URI, Dartmouth and Princeton. We caught up with Thom this week and talked……

Catching up with Xaverian’s Dave Chiavegato after his commitment to UMass

May 20, 2025

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Xaverian standout athlete Dave Chiavegato announced on Monday evening that he was committing to UMass. Chiavegato cited UMass Joe Harasymiak offering him in person and developing a relationship with him as the reasons he committed to the Minutemen. Here is our interview with Chiavegato. He talks about what went into his decision, his future with UMass and his final season at Xaverian. NEFJ: Why did you decide to commit to……

Recapping the 2025 Connecticut NEPSAC Showcase Day

May 19, 2025

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The Connecticut NEPSAC Schools once again left a lasting impression during Monday’s Showcase Day. As always, the top rising seniors worked and impressed but there were also some underclassmen that made their mark. Here are some observations. *Cheshire quarterback Keegan Croucher really turned some heads and proved why he is one of the two best signal callers in New England in the 2027 class. He showed good touch, timing and……

Catching up with Osiris Lopez after his commitment to Coastal Carolina

May 19, 2025

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Courtesy of Osiris Lopez We had a chance to catch up with Leominister quarterback Osiris Lopez after his commitment to Coastal Carolina. Lopez talked about why he committed to Coastal, why he stayed at Leominister despite pressure to transfer and his upcoming senior season. Here is our interview with Osiris Lopez. NEFJ: Why did you commit to Coastal Carolina? What appealed to you about the school and the program? OL:……

Rhode Island Showcase closes out busy week in New England

May 17, 2025

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By Charlie Adams NEFJ Correspondent WARWICK – The Ocean State displayed some of its football talents in a free showcase held at Bishop Hendricken High School on Friday. “I’m excited for high school football in Rhode Island,” Hendricken head coach Keith Croft said. “We had about 16 programs here represented, it’s just a great way for our guys to network.” On the field, players were split between freshmen, who made…

Underclassmen Spotlight: GaVin English, OL/DL, Springfield Central

May 16, 2025

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Courtesy of GaVin English We got a chance to speak to a rising star in the Class of 2027, Springfield Central offensive and defensive lineman GaVin English. GaVin is a well thought out, mature young man who not only walk the walk on the field but off the field as well. English holds offers from Liberty, URI and UMass. Get to know GaVin English. NEFJ: Talk about your football journey…….

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