Steve and Ethan delve into the high school basketball scene in New England, with a focus on the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA). They discuss the upcoming season, major teams, and standout players, including a detailed overview of Malden Catholic's quest for a four-peat, the competitive landscape of the Merrimack Valley Conference, and promising freshmen to watch. The hosts also highlight key players returning to their teams and cover the turnover and transitions affecting various schools.
Topics
00:26 Holiday Season and NEPSAC Recap
00:41 MIAA Season Previews
01:51 Steve's High School Basketball Background
02:43 Excitement for MIAA Atmosphere
04:18 MIAA vs. NEPSAC Dynamics
04:46 Turnover in MIAA Teams
08:09 Malden Catholic's Quest for a Four-Peat
15:48 Merrimack Valley Conference Teams to Watch
16:38 Merrimack League Showdown
17:33 Central Catholic and Lowell: Teams to Watch
20:34 Strength of Schedule and Other Teams to Watch
24:43 Spotlight on Key Players
30:16 Rising Freshmen to Watch
31:32 Final Thoughts and Season Preview Wrap-Up
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