July’s Recruiting News Pt. 1

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>July has always been a primary month for college recruiting. With most of the premier tournaments finished, some girls are getting the calls they've been dreaming of since they were little girls. The end of July has most of the community in limbo until preseason, workouts or yearly tune-ups come around and this is an ideal time to discuss the commitments or recent offers from schools made in the month. The girls listed below are just a small sample of the latest recruiting news from the region.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["296973"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a910c503ba2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='296973' first='Olivia' last='VanPatten'] (2025) | 6'2 Forward | St. George's </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='296973' first='Olivia' last='VanPatten'] is committed to Hofstra University. The 6'2 forward is one of the best true shooters in her class. The efficient shooter picks her spots well and can shoot the ball on the move or stationery. Olivia is accustomed to relocating to the open areas as the drive is happening for an open 3. VanPatten also offers great IQ on the defensive side of the ball. She knows where to be on the floor at all times and can be trusted in key moments on the floor guarding the essential playmakers. Altogether, Hofstra has themselves a great perimeter talent that can fill multiple roles for them. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["270722"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a910c503c00"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='270722' first='Olivia' last='Rodrigues'] (2025) | 6'1 Wing | Tabor Academy </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rodrigues is one of the premier wing talents in all of New England. There just simply aren't too many prospects that can bring what she has to the table. The 6'1 wing is a 3-level scorer that plays stifling defense from the perimeter and can hold her own if asked to ever switch on a forward or center. The versatile wing brings a level of intensity that just can't be replicated. Regardless of the level of talent on the floor, Olivia consistently rises to the top of the list and shows why she's one of the best on the court. It's rare to see such a scoring threat be just as much of a factor on the other side of the ball, especially from the guard position. Coach Batth has added another star quality player to the list of recruits at Providence. Excited to watch Rodrigues makes some noise on the high school scene this year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["269256"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a97cc445fe1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Coleen Phiri (2025) | 5'11 PF | Tilton </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coleen Phiri is a dominate forward that is highly productive in the mid-post and the low post areas. She plays with enough power to mow through just about anybody, but also possess enough footwork, along with some finesse that allow her to operate at a potent level. When she catches the ball, look out. Phiri can create for herself in under 2 dribbles and generates enough space by barreling into defenders. Colleen embraces contact and goes players meeting her at the rim. She has been a perfect fit on a team like Rivals that enjoys getting after it on defense. Coleen has been a main staple to what has made Rivals successful this year. She uses her athleticism, along with her strong stature to muddle the opposing teams' offense schemes. Phiri has a plethora of schools interested, but she was just recently offered from schools such as UNH and Merrimack College. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["496158"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a97cc44606d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Watching the development of Lindsey over the year has been amazing! The 5'11 wing offers so much to the game and plays the right way. Although the intangibles like diving for loose balls and defensive intensity stick out, Lemay brings a solid 3-point shot, along with top-notch offensive rebounding, while also having remarkable athleticism that allows her finish at the rim easily. She is one of the better 2-way wings in New England and that's thanks to her high motor that allows her to function at a top-tier level on both sides of the ball. Defensively, Lemay is a menace on the floor. On the perimeter she hounds ball handlers and makes them feel uncomfortable, yet when rotating down in help, Lindsey disrupts entry passes. Simply put, Lindsey makes her team better when she is on the court and Northeastern has themselves a good one coming their way. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["354338"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a97cc4460e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='354338' first='Selah' last='Prignano'] (2026) | 5'11 Wing | Wilbraham &amp; Monson Academy</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The quick stock riser has been making a lot of noise this summer. The versatile wing can play at a minimum of 3 different positions and be successful. Prignano has a high celling with athleticism that helps elevate her game to another level. Selah can get to the rim and knock down the pull up jumper with minimal dribbles. Defensively, Prignano has the ability to disrupt wings trying to penetrate the rim and get open steals on guards. Selah has a tremendous amount of upside that will develop in a short amount of time. She has just recently received offers from LaFayette and Yale. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["278582"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a97cc44614d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='278582' first='Olivia' last='Fleming'] (2026) | 5'7 PG | NMH </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Olivia is a creating point guard that is one of the best at her position. Her game is well rounded, but Fleming remains aggressive when needed. She gets to the rim easily with her long strides, while also having the ability to shoot the 3 with range. The star point guard plays well at up-tempo pace, but she has the poise to pull it back a bit and run the offensive thoroughly. Olivia has been all over the recruiting radar this summer after some stellar play. Fleming has recently been offered from Merrimack College, Sacred Heart University and Bryant University. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["273943"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-66a97cc4461bd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='273943' first='Kaylee' last='Dupuis'] (2025) | 6'1 Forward | Pinkerton </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='273943' first='Kaylee' last='Dupuis'] is a versatile forward that has an attacking nature and developed signature moves. Kaylee uses her long frame to get the rim before creating contact while still being able to finish despite the defenders in the way. Dupuis uses the separation she creates and tough angles to aid her from allowing the shot blockers getting to her. She's also an excellent defender that uses her feet well to steer offensive players off their paths. Kaylee does a great job of chasing defenders to get the block once the ball is released. Assumption College has themselves a great prospect headed to their program; she'll make a great fit to the squad. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->