2024-25 Hoosac School AA Player Profiles
Founded in 1889, The Hoosac School is a coeducational college preparatory school for grades 8-12 and post-graduate students in Hoosick, NY, 30 miles east of Albany, near the Vermont border. Seven years ago, Athletic Director, Mike Ryan brought in Bojan Grubisic and Nemo Maric to bring the mens basketball program up to the highest level possible. They have achieved that, and then some. Part of the program’s success is due to them tapping into high level international talent pools, such as the FIBA circuit. For the last several seasons, they have run two teams of college prospect quality talent. The top team, aka “Hoosac School AAA”, were a Top 15 team in the New England Prep School computer rankings last year. The second team, aka “Hoosac School AA” is coached by Aleks Miljenovic, and competes in the Power 5 AA Prep League.
The AA team’s 2024-25 game schedule and results can be found by clicking here.
Below we profile some of the top players on the AA team.
Daniel Haire (2025) 5’10ft PG from Toronto, Canada - Haire has a well rounded game, and he is explosive with the ball in his hands. Knows how to find the open man. Great finisher around the hoop, able to finish with both hands through contact. Knock down shooter off the catch, and off the dribble. Elite defender with a high motor, capable of picking up 94ft for forty minutes. First player on the court to any 50/50 balls, and puts up surprisingly high offensive board numbers for a player his size. True leader on the court. 3.95 gpa
Carter Bown (2025) 6’2 combo guard from Ottawa, Canada - Bown is a Long and mid-range sharpshooter that stretches the defense. With a crafty handle and passing skills let him attack the basket and find open teammates. He is also a strong defender, who anticipates plays and forces turnovers. He has a high basketball IQ, strategic thinker with strong situational awareness. Bowne is working on developing PG skills to control the offense and enhance leadership. High gpa
Raphaël Nibishaka (2025) 6’9 center from France - Nibishaka possesses exceptional post work and athleticism, making him a formidable presence in the paint. With his size and agility, he effectively finishes around the rim and can dominate on the boards. His footwork is impressive, allowing him to create scoring opportunities for himself and his teammates. Defensively, he shows promise with his ability to alter shots and protect the rim. While he has a strong foundation, continuing to develop his shooting range will enhance his overall game.
Luka Stankovic (2025) 6’7 small forward from Serbia and Switzerland - A high-IQ player with great passing ability, good scoring ability, and game control. Stankovic stands out in pick-and-roll situations, reads the floor well, and is a versatile defender across multiple positions. Strong in the post, he can leverage his size and skill to create scoring opportunities. He is focused on enhancing his athleticism to further elevate his game.
Andrija Susic (2025) 6’6 small forward from Montenegro - Susic has a strong understanding of the game. He is a skilled wing player who can finish effectively around the basket and moves well without the ball. He is capable of creating his own shots from beyond the arc and can also make quick plays in both offensive and defensive situations. With good penetration skills and the ability to assist teammates, he is a threat to any defense. Sucic demonstrates a solid awareness of defensive positioning and rebounds the ball very well. 3.9 gpa
Luka Dordevic (2025) 6’2 point guard from Serbia. Dordevic is an elite playmaker with a deep understanding of the game. With crafty finishing, his exceptional vision and passing ability, he effectively controls the pick-and-roll, making intelligent reads and creating high-percentage opportunities for his teammates. His defensive aggression and high basketball IQ set him apart on both ends of the floor, as he applies constant pressure and anticipates plays with precision. One area for growth is speeding up his 3-point shot, which would make him even more of a versatile scoring threat. High gpa