2026 6th Boro Hoops 17u Scholars Player Profiles
6th Boro Hoops is a long-term oriented program with the goal of holistically developing their players. The program was founded and is directed by Nihad Musovic, a four year player at Fordham Prep ‘11, Fordham University ‘15 and two year member of the Montenegrin National Team. He holds a Masters of Sports Coaching from West Virginia University.
The 6th Boro Hoops 17u Scholars team is comprised of student athletes that are pursuing the opportunity to play college basketball at high academic colleges. Much of the team has been playing together since 9th grade. The team is head coached by former college player and Assistant Varsity coach at the Hackley School, Josh “JB” Battle in the MADE Hoops circuit. Per Coach Battle, the team is built on high IQ play. One of biggest things they stress is less is their “Triple T” slogan of Together, Toughness and Trust. They are focused on showing that they compete at a college-ready level in every game. The roster is profiled as below.
(Clicking on the player’s highlighted name pulls up his profile)
Alessandro Scott (2027) 6’4, Greenwich High - Scott is the best kept secret on the recruiting radar, playing his high school ball in the under-scouted FCIAC. He is very skilled and talented with a nice frame and the skill set to match. 6th Boro game scouting coaches will start to get all over this guy. 3.2 gpa
Ryan Hess (2027) 6’0 point guard, Rye High - Hess is everything you want from a lead guard. With his high academic performance translates to the court matching his basketball IQ. He is a pass-first guard who can control the game. He has that great Villanova ability of playing off of two feet, using pivots and fakes to implode defenses from within. He takes and makes timely jump shots when needed. He is also a pest defensively both on-the-ball and in passing lanes. 4.0 gpa
Dion Prelvukaj (2027) 6’5 small forward, John Jay High - Prelvukaj is a hard-nosed forward, able to face up and create for himself or others. He is also comfortable knocking down the 3 ball. On the defensive end, he takes on the challenge on guarding guys bigger than him. His high-effort play also makes him a great rebounder. 3.2 gpa
Marco Formato (2027) 5’10 point guard, Tuckahoe High - Formato is an undersized point, but plays with the heart of a lion. He is a good 3pt and mid-range shooter with the IQ. He is known for always being in the right spot at the right time on the defensive end. Overall good basketball player even better kid! 4.0 gpa
Davin Roselle-Plummer (2027) 6’5, small forward, White Plains High - Roselle-Plummer is a college sized ready prospect. He can rebound and finish very well, and can kick start an offense a la Draymond Green. He both defends bigger guys and is comfortable switching onto smaller guards. 3.2 gpa
Ryder Bickel (2027) 5’11 point guard, Onteora High - Bickel is a true competitor, with the ability to play on and off-of-the ball. He has both a knock-down jumper and the capability to play-make for himself and others. Bickel will catch the eyes of coaches who watch him play. 3.8 gpa
Callahan Wing (2027) 6’3 small forward, Rye High - Wing, like Hess, is another guy who ran with Rye High through their championship winter experience. He has a sweet 3pt and mid-range stroke. He is as tough as nails competitor. After every game, his is face is red, and that tells you everything you need to know about him. His on-court effort is matched in the classroom. 4.0 gpa
Dylan Parise (2027) 6’1 guard, Iona Prep - Parise is a lights-outs 3pt shooter. He also has the ability to put the floor on the deck and create a shot for himself. 3.0 gpa
DaQuan Turner (2026) 6’2 guard, Westhill High - Turner is a crafty guard with a lot of wiggle, He can create something out of nothing with his smooth handles and jump shot. He is a 94 feet defender, causing havoc for ball handlers.
Nathan Plummer (2027) 6’5 small forward, White Plains High - 2024-2025 LoHud All Conference Team. Nathan Plummer: The twin of Davin above, and just like his brother, Nathan can shoot the 3, defend 1-5, rebound and finish. 3.4 gpa
Jack Rodriguez (2027) 5’9 point guard, Riverdale Country School - Rodriguez is a small, but GRITTY point guard. He will claw and bite to get a stop. He has one of the best-looking jumpers in all of the Tristate area. Real 3&D guy. 3.7 gpa