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about our hgal showcase program
New England Elite's HGAL Showcase Program is designed for serious high school student-athletes who are committed to competing at the highest level while maximizing their opportunities to play college basketball. As a proud member of the Hoop Group Academic League (HGAL), our teams compete against many of the premier programs throughout the Northeast, giving players consistent exposure to high-level competition.
Our HGAL athletes receive:
- Elite regional and national competition throughout the year
- NCAA certified live period events attended by college coaches
- Advanced player development led by experienced high school and college-level coaches
- Position-specific skill development and basketball IQ training
- Film review, accountability, leadership development, and individualized feedback
- A competitive environment that prepares players for varsity, prep school, and collegiate basketball
The HGAL program is intended for players who are ready to challenge themselves daily, compete against top talent, and pursue basketball beyond high school.
recent hgal player news
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CP ALWAYS – Remembering Connor Peterson ’19
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Building a Pathway
When Eric Polli was coaching at Austin Prep School, he recognized something missing in the basketball landscape. There were countless club teams, but nearly all were built with one focus: chasing scholarships for the very top players. That left a void for the majority of dedicated student-athletes—especially those with the talent to compete at the…