Let's take a look at the new blood:
Coach Ben Brown
Coach Brown no relation to Larry
This is the first season the Shannon Celtics have a coach who is not on the floor trying to both coach and play. The presence of a Coach Ben should give the Celtics that extra eye that is not caught up in the game and the experience of many organized and playground battles! Coach Ben is from Harlem & The Bronx and works in Wayne, New Jersey.
Derek Haley
Derek is a rookie guard-forward combo who was brought to the team by Joe "Bud Heavy" Suscovich. He can run, defend, drive to the basket, and brings an abundance of energy to the game. Derek is sure to compete for the team Rookie of The Year award! Derek resides in Jersey City, a stones throw away from Hoboken and is roommates with Joe.
Jason "SKIP" Wills
Skip is a rookie guard who played college and high school ball. He played his high school basketball in Englewood, NJ and currently resides in Lodi, NJ. Skip can bring the ball up, drive the ball to the basket, and has a good shot from the outside. His free agent addition is huge for the Shannon as he can play both guard positions and gives the Celtics another ball handler.
Jared Watson
Jared plays all 3 post positions at a high level. He can defend and shoot. Jared also has the speed to contest the 3-point shot on the wings. Jared is from Long Island, lives in NYC, and plays in a NYC league in addition to playing for the Celtics.
Returning Celtics
Joseph "Bud Heavy" Suscovich
Joe is a natural small forward who can also play the 2 and 4. He has the down low, back to the basket game but also loves to run on the fast break. He can both help the guards bring the ball up and help the post players rebound. Joe pushed the Celtics to sign free agents who could run with him and the GM listened signing Skip and Derek! Joe, Cisco, Jason and Cream/Alex are all currently playing for the Shannon's softball team in the third round of the playoffs! Joe is from CT, relocated to the Jersey City/Hoboken area and works in New York City
Jason Bibens
Jason has played for the Shannon Celtics since the original season and played in the Baruch league with Skip, Cisco, and Cream/Alex in NYC for two seasons. Jason is an excellent shot blocker, good rebounder, and skilled high post player. During the Shannon's winning streak to end the spring season, Jason did a great job playing the high post and made good choices choosing between what was often an open foul shot or a pass to the wings! Originally from Vermont, Jason relocated to Hoboken until recently moving to New York City.
Kevin Broderick
Kevin is a force in the paint. He can rebound. He has moves. And he plays with heart. Kevin played for the Celtics two seasons ago however he missed a few games due to work and social commitments. Kevin gives the Celtics a low post presence, a strong rebounder, and finisher. Kevin currently resides in the heart of Hoboken.
Shaun Polke
Shaun returns for his sophomore season as a Celtic. Not only does Shaun do the dirty work of wrestling loose balls, boxing out in the paint, and defend bigger men but he also showed late last season that he can hit the open jump shot and make good decisions passing the ball! Shaun lives in Hoboken NJ and is a consummate team player.
The Captains AKA The O.G.'s
Francisco "Cisco" Matos
Cisco plays the kind of game that does not show up in the box score. You can find him boxing out in the paint, tapping a loose ball to a teammate to start the break, fighting for a loose ball on the floor, and doing all types of Charles Oakley dirty work. Cisco & Cream Alex started playing ball when they were seniors in high school in the Bronx, New York. Cisco is a passionate player who wears his heart on his sleeve. He uses every foul and is a valued member of the Celtics. He and Alex/Cream brought the Shannon softball a championship in 2006 and are currently playing in the 3rd round of the softball playoffs during the week while also playing basketball on Sundays!
Alexander "Cream" Brown
Cream plays the 2 guard position but also helps bring the ball up. Although injuries have taken their toll on the knees, Brown goes hard while he can. He enjoys making the extra pass more than taking the shot. He is the GM of the team and is thrilled with the squad assembled for this fall's season!
The Calvary - Sometimes life, love, and holidays will take the core 9 out of town. When this happens we have original Celtics who will step up for the team:
Jeff Rosko
Jeff is a power forward in a point guard's body. He is a strong defender and rebounder. He is the type of guy you love to have on your team and the guy you hate to play against. He contests every shot and pass. He brings 100% effort and can hit an open jump shot.
Ro'ger "Big Ro" Jenkins
Big Ro plays 4 positions. He can shoot, drive the ball, rebound, and score. Unfortunately, Ro works on Sundays and cannot commit to a full season but he will be there for us to yell "GET ON THE BALL" take a couple of guys to the hoop, and pull up for a 3! Big Ro represents Brooklyn all day everyday. Don't be surprised if you see him at the Shannon after a game!
Dave Decosta
Dave plays both guard positions and broke his wrist during the first season season of Shannon Basketball. He currently resides in the city and will fill-in with notice. He has a a good jump shot and can handle the ball.
LET'S GO SHANNON CELTICS!!!!
SKIP & CISCO
THE CALVARY BIG RO & DAVE DECOSTA
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