Roselle Catholic (NJ

Head Coach : Dave Boff 2021-22 Record: 29-2

HIGH SCHOOL ROSTER

NAME POSITION YEAR

4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Akil Watson PF Senior 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Tarik Watson PF Junior 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Jalen Grant PG Freshman 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Simeon Wilcher SG Senior 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 MacKenzie Mgbako PF Senior 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Sebastian Robinson SG Senior 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Christian Pierre-Louis PG Senior 4 RICHARD PAYNE PG 2023 Richard Brisco PF Junior

Head Coach : Dave Boff 2021-22 Record: 29-2

Overview

Roselle Catholic is the best team in the state of New Jersey for this season in the high school basketball space. The Reigning TOC champions won the very last ever TOC tournament and are looking to keep their momentum rolling. Headlined by some big time players like UNC commit Simeon Wilcher, Duke commit Mckenzie Mgbako and Arizona State commit Akil Watson.

Player Spotlight

Mackenzie Mgbako is a 6’9 forward in the class of 2023 who is projected to be a first round draft pick in 2024. Mackenzie’s combination of skill, size and athleticism makes him a tough cover for anyone in high school basketball. At his size, he excels in the mid range off the dribble, using his height to shoot over defenders at an efficient rate. Mgbako also possesses good footwork and patience in the mid-post and is very agile. Simeon Wilcher is one of if not the best point guard in all of high school basketball. The 6’3 point guard is the leader for this team and he’s what makes them go. Attacking guard who really pushes the pace.

Supporting Cast

Akil Watson is a 6’8 four star forward committed to play for Arizona State next season. Akil is a versatile forward who can do pretty much everything. When engaged, he can be very valuable defensively. 6’8 Forward Tarik Watson is a paint presence, high motor guy who consistently rebounds and finishes strong around the rim. Richard Briscoe is another 6’8 big for Roselle who holds a handful of offers from Manhattan, FIU, Nebraska and TCU. Christian Pierre-Louis is another key contributor for this team. He brings high energy and is great defensively.