2023 Season Preview: Bishop Hendricken “Hawks”

<!-- wp:image {"align":"center","id":412670,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2022/08/57831_2400947f7e7142beb44d36673d7238b8.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-412670" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 PRESEASON TEAM PREVIEW:</strong> The 2023 Rhode Island Bishop Hendricken (Hawks) are entering the season to compete for another state title. The Hawks have been the top dog program out of the state for a long time coming. When it comes to expectations, they are always high at Hendricken. The team is coached by Head Coach Keith Croft who is known to have said to reinforce the notion by acknowledging the importance of sports at the school. We will preview the athletes we know and feel this team will be looking to lead the "Hawks" into gridiron battles for fall season 2023. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>PLAYERS TO WATCH:</strong> </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["405802"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Oscar Weah Jrrnrn5'8 185lbs | RB/ATH/KR | 4.57 40yd | Bishop Hendricken High School | Class 24' | Cell: (401)-286-9167 | HC (401) 261-5579 Email: weahoscar@gmail.comrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said:u003c/strongu003e u003cstrongu003eAugust 2022u003c/strongu003e Entering his Jr season he has elite elusiveness and speed.  Has good vision and can break on the dime to find the lane. His balance is great. He has the home run ability that jumps on film.  Awesome quick step in planting and cutting. Projected D1 and with time to continue developing after graduation.  Likely play RB or the slot at the next level.  Will see more college interest after Jr. season.rnrnu003cstrongu003eScout Analysis August 2022u003c/strongu003e - Really enjoyed watching and evaluating this young man. Has great athleticism. He displays elite elusiveness and speed.  Has good vision and can break on the dime to find the lane. His balance is great. He has the home run ability each time he touches the ball, that just jumps on film.  Awesome quick step with planting and cutting. Projected D1 recruit and has time to continue developing after graduation.  Likely play RB or the slot at the next level.  Will see more college interest after Jr. season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64df695f56a5c"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/o_dawg4/status/1641121769913298944?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/o_dawg4/status/1641121769913298944?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["411174"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Jayden Falconernrn6'3/ 190/ Bishop Hendricken 24'/ QB/ 401-413-0933rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said: June 2023 - u003c/strongu003ernrnHe is ranked as our #19 QB in the class of 2024 in New England.rnrnu003cstrongu003eCoach McCarthy Comments:u003c/strongu003eu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003e u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eJayden Falconeu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003ewon fastest man of the entire camp- WRs/DBs included. He can also spin it very well. Expect big things for him this fall at Bishop Hendricken.u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eScout Analysis -  u003c/strongu003eHis speed was so impressive, I can easily see his recruiting stock increase after the camp.  One must consider his speed as a huge weapon in his skill set.  He was so competitive throughout the camp it easily caught my attention.  I see him as a D1 FCS/D2 recruit with a huge ceiling. True leader, Good release.rnrnu003cstrongu003eJuly 2023 -u003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eOffers Earned during Spring/Summer 2023: u003c/strongu003ernrnAmerican International College 5/24/23rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64df6ce1bfedc"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["405803"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003cstrongu003eWhats been said: u003c/strongu003eu003cstrongu003eOctober 2022u003c/strongu003e - Big upside with u0022Vilaneu0022. Evaluated as a OL from his sophomore film, you can see he has great strength.  Holds his blocks until the whistle blows. He moves his feet quickly while driving his defender.  Loves being physical.  He could develop into a next level DT with more growth and quicker feet.  Univ of Rhode Island has already offered.  Additional opportunities  will come after 2022 season. HUDL: u003ca href=u0022http://www.hudl.com/v/2HQBksu0022u003ehttp://www.hudl.com/v/2HQBksu003c/au003ernrnu003cstrongu003e March 2023: u003c/strongu003eHe is ranked as the #1 linebacker in Rhode Island and also the #2 ranked linebacker in the New England region. He attends Bishop Hendricken in Rhode Island.rnrnPlays fast with a motor. He is disruptive coming off the edge.  Shows good explosion and power.  Knows how to fight the double teams and uses good technique to split the double team. Knows how to string out the play and keep his feet moving while still maintaining his edge responsibilities. He is relentless in his pursuits.  He has an offer from Univ of Rhode Island and will likely see a slew of college coaches taking interest during and after April 2023 spring evaluation period.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64df695f56a8c"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/rushaune_vilane/status/1400890228424990720?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/rushaune_vilane/status/1400890228424990720?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["405804"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Marcus Sukkarrnrn24' | 6'4 250 | DL | 3 sport varsity athlete | 3.5 UW/ 4.78 W GPA | email: marcussukkar@icloud.com | NCAA ID: 2109314159 |rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said:u003c/strongu003e u003cstrongu003eFebruary 2023 - u003c/strongu003eHe tackles with a low pad level below the waist with a wrap and roll technique. Has a very good burst out of his stance that allows him to shoot gaps successfully. He defends the edge well and doesn't over pursue while showing patience for any reverse play action. Does well chasing backside when ball is going away from him. Has a very large frame with length in his arms.rnrnu003cstrongu003eAugust 2023 - u003c/strongu003eHe attended a series of FCS camps summer 2023. No offers at the time of this reportu003cstrongu003e. u003c/strongu003eFirst team All-Division Track and Field!  He is ranked as the #13 Defensive lineman in New England in the class of 2024. He tackles with a low pad level below the waist with a wrap-and-roll technique. Has a very good burst out of his stance that allows him to shoot gaps successfully. He defends the edge well and doesn't over-pursue while showing patience for any reverse play action. Does well chasing backside when ball is going away from him. Has a very large frame with length in his arms.  u003cstrongu003eHEAD COACH COMMENT:  “u003c/strongu003eYoung man is a leader, great student and can apply pressure to the QB. Marcus is athletic enough to play on the varsity basketball team too.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e21b77e1dc7"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MarcusSukkar/status/1688600542367379461?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MarcusSukkar/status/1688600542367379461?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["405814"],"_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_0_evaluation":"u003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003eStephen Antonucci Jr. u003c/spanu003ernrnu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003e| OG/C | 6'2 275lb |Class of 2025 | Bishop Hendricken Warwick Rhode Island | 3.1 GPA |u003c/spanu003e| # 401-585-8864rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats we know:u003c/strongu003e Has good Power: He gest his second step in the ground quickly and generate power on his target. Plays with leverage. He can unlock and explode through his hips.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e36daac80d0"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/StephenAntonuc5/status/1615525206910550019?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/StephenAntonuc5/status/1615525206910550019?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402482"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Jeremy SeidirnrnJeremy Seidi | 6'0| 204 lb | Running Back and Strong Safety | Class of 2026 | Bishop Hendricken HS |rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said: April 2023 - u003c/strongu003eu003cstrongu003e(7v7 Program Breakthrough Elite)  u003c/strongu003e“Seidi is a name many will know in fall 2023. He is a rising freshman with advanced abilities for his age.  He played varsity as a freshman last season at strong safety.rnrnHe caught my eye with his solid 6'0″ frame that appears already developed with very good lean muscle. (Eye Test) He still has room for additional growth and has me wondering where he will be in two years.. Once he began moving and sprinting around the field, his speed stood out to me.  His athletic coordination is excellent.  Has very good coverage skills on defense and cover sideline to sideline with his speed range.  His hands and leaping ability were impressive the entire day.  He loves to high-top the ball when targeted.  My early projection is he will fall under the recruitment for Div 1 schools.  He is aggressive, confident and physical.rnu003cfigure class=u0022wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitteru0022u003ernu003cdiv class=u0022wp-block-embed__wrapperu0022u003eu003c/divu003eu003c/figureu003e","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e36daac8197"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JeremySeidi2026/status/1657434220615159808?s=20","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JeremySeidi2026/status/1657434220615159808?s=20 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17879053/64544bb72348d00fa4cdb3e5' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e36daac8215"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["476396"],"_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_0_evaluation":"Sebasatian Lorarnrnu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003ec/o 2027 2021 u0026amp; 2022 AYF Blackstone Valley Regular Season u0026amp; Super Bowl Champ. 2021 u0026amp; 2022 AYF New England Regional Champ 2023 AYF 8th Grade All-Staru003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been said:u003c/strongu003e u003cstrongu003eDecember 2022u003c/strongu003e - Lora is listed at 5-foot-9 and 140-pounds and is one of my favorite Wide Receivers in the northeast at this point. Doesn't have the hulking size that some of the other Wide Receivers have, but he's equally as dynamic. Can make a ton of catches and score at will on the outside. Plays fearlessly and isn't afraid to go across the middle if it means making a big play.rnrnu003cstrongu003eFebruary 2023u003c/strongu003e - u0022Lora and another teammateu0022 had a very competitive day at practice, with each one winning some reps against one another. It was cool to see teammates from 1,400 miles apart compete against each other.rnrnI've seen Lora play live a lot over the last year and he's always impressive. He's lightning quick and looked to the best route runner on the East squad during practices. Has some serious froggies to him and I wouldn't be afraid to throw it up for the 5-foot-9 Wide Receiver, regardless of the size of the Defensive Back tasked with trying to lock him down. Again, like Davis, a mature kid in conversation and a joy to interact with each time I see him. Told me he isn't sure about what high school he's going to attend yet. However, the Rhode Island native said he's aware of the impressive pedigree of athletes that Catholic Memorial in Massachusetts turns out and said he's certainly considering them. Stay tuned.rnrnu003cstrongu003eJune 2023u003c/strongu003e -  He is a gifted athlete with quickness, speed and high vertical ability. Has soft hands and is a natural when executing any football simulated drill.  His skill set easily stands out when he is on the field.  He grabbed many coaches attention and had many coaches shaking their heads as to how he is only a rising 8th grader.  He stands approximately 5'9″ with more growth potential seen in his young frame.  Has early D-1 skill set.   He took home the MVP honors amongst all high school athletes in the AM session.rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e36daac82e1"} /--> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaYBBoiZuVo","type":"video","providerNameSlug":"youtube","responsive":true,"className":"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaYBBoiZuVo </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":"","_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_0_evaluation":"","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64e36daac8360"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Class of 2024 players to know: </strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='673171' first='Ben' last='Tilton'] LB, Joel Felix WR, </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Class of 2025 players to know: </strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Michael Dasilva Jr RB, [player_tooltip player_id='721279' first='Zion' last='Copeland'] DE, [player_tooltip player_id='695429' first='Ben' last='Brooks'] FS, </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Class of 2026 players to know: </strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='958603' first='Chase' last='Bedrossian'] TE/DE, </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Class of 2027 players to know: </strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='943193' first='Marcel' last='Coulibaly Jr.']&nbsp;WR, [player_tooltip player_id='943202' first='Anthony' last='Farhat'] TE, [player_tooltip player_id='943346' first='Jamel' last='Flomo'] WR, [player_tooltip player_id='943387' first='Elias' last='Gomez'] LB, [player_tooltip player_id='545916' first='Elijah' last='Guertin'] TE, [player_tooltip player_id='498560' first='Jabari' last='Jackson'] Ath</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://scorebooklive.com/rhode-island/football/teams/230065-bishop-hendricken-hawks/games"><strong>022 Schedule/Games to see:</strong> </a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>NOTABLE:</strong> <strong>Bishop Hendricken High School</strong>&nbsp;(or&nbsp;<strong>Hendricken</strong>) is a&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic">Catholic</a>, all-male, college preparatory high school located in&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warwick,_Rhode_Island">Warwick, Rhode Island</a>, in the&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_Catholic_Diocese_of_Providence">Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Championship History: </strong>The Hawks have won <em>17 STATE TITLES:</em>&nbsp;1968, 1981-1982, 1994-1996, 2010-2016, 2018-2021 </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->