2023 Season Preview: Catholic Memorial “Knights”

<!-- wp:image {"align":"center","id":403891,"width":183,"height":180,"sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} --> <figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img src="https://prephoops-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/redzone/uploads/2022/08/athletics-logo.png" alt="" class="wp-image-403891" width="183" height="180" /></figure> <!-- /wp:image --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p> Our next Preseason Preview is the 2023 Massachusetts Catholic Memorial (Knights), This team will be competing again for another MIAA State Championship run. The program has been another top Massachusetts program being led by a veteran Head Coach "John Dibiaso". Coming off another undefeated season and Div. 2 state championship, the Knights should be confident about themselves. The 2022 team was loaded with seniors. The 2023 Knights will reload this season with hopes of continuing their winning history. They are determined to compete for another State Championship. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Team Overview: </strong> The 2023 Knights Team is destined live up to the winning standard brought into the program. The Knights always rebuild with quality known athletes and this year is no difference. As we look forward to 2023, one thing to know is CM is loaded again. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023</strong> <strong>Returning Notable Offensive Players:</strong> 5</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>2023 Returning Notable Defensive Players:</strong> 6</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">Returning Offensive Starters:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["380968"],"_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_tooltip player_id='380968' first='Guerby' last='Lambert']rnrnCatholic Memorial ‘24| 6'7| 280| 7'1 wingspan| OT| Offensive returning starter/rnrnu003cstrongu003eOffers:u003c/strongu003e Multiple FBS Offers.rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been told: u003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSept 2022u003c/strongu003e - His size alone drew my attention. Did an outstanding job opening running lanes the entire 1st half.  At 6'7″ he did not disappoint.     He is a very good down blocker who clears space and creates big running lanes. He was seen overwhelming his opponent with size, strength and physical ability. A very good athlete who moves well in space. Fires off the ball well. He has the ability to mirror and move laterally. He holds several FBS Power 5 offers and easily confirmed his Prep Redzone Ranking as a top national recruit.rnrnu003cstrongu003eJanuary 2023u003c/strongu003e - Prior to the 2022 season he received offers from: Boston College, Kentucky, LSU, Maryland, Univ of Miami, Michigan, Michigan State, Notre Dame, Ohio State, Penn State, Pitt, Univ of South Carolina, Stanford, and Wisconsin.rnrnSince the beginning of the 2022 season, he has continued to earn additional offers from: Auburn, Univ of Florida, Duke, Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee.rnrnAt the time of this publication, he is: UNCOMMITTEDrnrnu003cstrongu003eJuly 2023u003c/strongu003e - He is ranked as the # 1 offensive Lineman in the class of 2024 in New England. He entered the 2023 spring evaluation period with multiple Div 1 FBs offers. On April 24, 2023 he announced his 6th Div 1 offer from Harvard University followed by an offer from  Yale University on May 18, 2023. He is the #1 overall ranked recruit in New England.  With this additional recruiting activity, he will likely remain the top Recruit in New England when are updated rankings are released in August 2023.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64aec354cf84a"} /--> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href=""></a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["380967"],"_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_tooltip player_id='380967' first='Brandon' last='Sullivan']rnrnu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003eClass of 2024/OL | |Catholic Memorial High Schoolu003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003e#54| Height: 6ft 3in Weight: 295| 3.9 unweighted GPAu003c/spanu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eCommitted to:u003c/strongu003e Harvardrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been told:   u003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSept 2022:u003c/strongu003e u003cstrongu003eu003cemu003e 6'2″ 275, JRu003c/emu003eu003c/strongu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003ePlays with a mean streak.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHits on a rise and keeps his feet moving on contact.u003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHands are well-placed and violent.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003cstrongu003eJune 2023:u003c/strongu003e PROJECTED DIV 1.rnrnu003cstrongu003eu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003eOL | |Catholic Memorial High School /u003c/spanu003eu003cspan class=u0022css-901oao css-16my406 r-poiln3 r-bcqeeo r-qvutc0u0022u003e Height: 6ft 3in / Weight: 295 /Unweighted GPA: 3.9u003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eOffers:u003c/strongu003e Harvard, Brown, Maine, Bowling Green, Bryant, Penn, Yale, Columbia, Lafayette, Colgate, Army.rnrnu003cstrongu003eRecent/Upcoming Recruitment Activity: u003c/strongu003eHe has had a very busy spring evaluation period during the month of May 2023 picking up offers from Penn, Yale, Columbia, Lafayette, Colgate, Army.  Last offer was from Army May 30, 2023.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSCOUT ANALYSIS:u003c/strongu003e Solid Off Lineman who gives consistent effort each rep. He shows a very good bend in his back. He not only gets to the second and third level, he finishes the block. He appears very good in space with ability to move.  Displays loose hips in a large frame.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64aec354cf87d"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["933034"],"_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_tooltip player_id='933034' first='James' last='Mullin']rnrnOL/LS| #56 Height: 6ft 4in Weight: 295lbs| Catholic Memorial High Schoolrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat we know:  u003c/strongu003e: UNH, Maine, and URI are showing interest.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64aec354cf8ae"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["933921"],"_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":"Jack Hollandrnrnu003cbu003eWhat we know: u003c/bu003e Started in the playoffs last season for CM","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64aec354cf8d3"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["436946"],"_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_tooltip player_id='436946' first='Isaiah' last='Faublas']rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been told:  u003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eMay 2023u003c/strongu003e - He is currently a top 5 prospect in the 2026 New England Region class.  u003cstrongu003eHe was omitted from our most recent rankings and placed on our watch list because he hasn't gathered a highlight film from his 2022 season for us to view and evaluate completely.u003c/strongu003e  He attends Catholic Memorial High School.rnrnI have seen him play in a live setting and have him projected as a future Div 1 recruit.   Once his film is completed, we will add him to the rankings list.rnrnu003cstrongu003eApril 2023u003c/strongu003e - Remember the name!!!!  He will be a Div 1 recruit after all said and done.   He has very good secure hands. He has very good length in his wing span and he can run with the best of them.  His range is off the charts.  Has excellent athletic coordination. His skill level just pops in open setting.  Has very long strides when he sprints and he brings a very lean muscular frame with additional room for growth.rnrnu003cstrongu003eSept 2022u003c/strongu003e - A rising athlete (WR) with a lot of raw talent, size and hands.  “Faublas is a name coming up alot with alot of promise we are being told.  He stands 6'2” and can run and jump with the best of them. He has a lean muscular frame that also has length.  Projected to see action this fall 2022 during his freshman premier. A recruit we will be sure to hear much more about and will evaluate this season in a live game setting.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64aec354cf901"} /--> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Returning Defensive Starters:</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384396"],"_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":"ERIC PERKINS JR.rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been told:u003c/strongu003ernrnHe is ranked as the #3 defensive back in Massachusetts and also the #8 ranked defensive back in the New England region.rnrnu003cstrongu003eMarch 2023:u003c/strongu003e He is twitchy, quick and has a very good burst coming out of his back pedal.   Shows good field awareness while playing press man coverages. His hips are loose and he can open them in a smooth transition left of right. High tops the ball when being thrown in his direction. He is experienced in press man coverage.  He uses very good technique when jamming at the line of scrimmage. In addition to his defensive back skills, he is a very good special team (kick off) player who gives consistent effort and has very good open field tackling ability with speed.rnrnHe is a talented DB who will see his college interest pick up spring 2023 evaluation period and into the summer camp season.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ca90b83075e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["384269"],"_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":"u003cstrongu003e u003cspan class=u0022pn-tooltip pn-player-linku0022u003eu003cspan class=u0022name-pointeru0022u003eWill Claudeu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e u003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eWhats been told: u003c/strongu003ernrnu003cstrongu003eSept 2022: u003c/strongu003eHas a high motor that keeps churning. Can split slide protections coming towards him. Will make effort plays from the backside if left unblocked.rnrnu003cstrongu003eMarch 2023:u003c/strongu003e He is ranked as the #4 linebacker in Massachusetts and the 9th ranked linebacker in New England. He attends Catholic Memorial in Massachusetts.rnrnQuickness with speed pops. Knows how to time his blitzes well. Plays hungry and wants to be disruptive each play. Gets down low when he tackles and strikes through the ball carrier. His burst in run defense toward ball carrier is impressive along with his closing speed being fluid while showing good flexibility in his frame. Seen as a defensive playmaker with powerful and aggressive tackling abilities.rnrnHe has recently visited Harvard and looks to get back for another visit this summer.  He will likely have a series of college coaches coming in for an eye test during the spring April 2023 evaluation period.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ca90b83079f"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934014"],"_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":"Colin MurphyrnrnCatholic Memorial | DE | Class of 2024 | 6'2| 2 Time State Championrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat we know: u003c/strongu003eReturning starter on defense.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ca90b8307dc"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934018"],"_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":"Joao Piresrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat we know: u003c/strongu003eReturning starter on defense.rnrnu0026nbsp;","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ca90b830818"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934025"],"_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":"David TimsonrnrnCatholic Memorial ‘25 || 5'10 205lb || OLB/FBrnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat we know: u003c/strongu003eReturning starter on defense.  Very good tackler and usually gets the most tackles in a game.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-64ca90b830852"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["934027"],"_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":"Jd RaynerrnrnCatholic Memorial 2025 | TE/DE | 6'5 250 |rnrnu003cstrongu003eWhat we know: u003c/strongu003eReturning starter on defense. 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While there, boys embark on service-learning opportunities, leadership development, and character formation programs inspiring them to become confident, courageous young men motivated to do good in the world.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Class of 2025 Players to Know: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='934025' first='David' last='Timson'] LB, [player_tooltip player_id='449015' first='Mekhi' last='Dodd'] RB, [player_tooltip player_id='934027' first='JD' last='Rayner'] DL, [player_tooltip player_id='860317' first='Michael' last='Hegarty'] TE-DE</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Class of 2026 Players to Know: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='436946' first='Isaiah' last='Faublas'] WR/DB, [player_tooltip player_id='401841' first='Peter' last='Bourque'] QB, Chris Sanchez RB/DB, [player_tooltip player_id='401840' first='Miguel' last='Waston'] LB/DE, Kaleb Garrity RB FS, Marc Antunes OL</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Top Class of 2027 Players to Know: </h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Brian Green DB/WR, Jayden Johnson DB/WR, Derick Austin LB</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator -->