Ryan Murphy - PG - Fairfield Prep - Fairfield, CT

Didn't zags post recently that duke called?

That was Matt Ryan of 15 class.

“@PremierBall: 16' Ryan Murphy came out from Connecticut. Has increased strength. Jumper still tickles net n kicks out. Transitioning to pg. #Pangos”

It was a good day to see standout individual performances though, as quite a few players rose up and had big time games on the iS8 stage. Here is a recap of the day's action.


The Rens (Artie) decimate NJ Trailblazers 77-56

This game, like many of the games on Sunday, was over by the end of the 1st quarter. Ryan Murphy (Fairfield Prep, CT '16) set the pace in the early going, as the new point guard for The Rens was in control making effective passes in transition, while also burying a pair of threes. Travis Atson (Christ the King '15) was the main beneficiary in the opening quarter of Murphy's passes, breaking out and getting the ball down the floor, finishing with 2 big throwdowns. The duo combined for 23 first quarter points as The Rens jumped out to a 15 point lead.

It only got worse in the 2nd quarter as Adonis Delarosa (Christ the King '14) and Rawle Alkins (Christ the King '16) joined the offensive barrage, with Alkins showing a nice ability to step out and consistently connect on the long range jumper, and Delarosa as well adding versatility into his game, putting the ball on the floor and attacking the rim, which with his 6'10" frame, makes him even more dangerous if he can effectively do that in big game situations.

One of the lone bright spots for the Trailblazers was Hassan Burke (St. Benedict's Prep, NJ '14). The 6'3"' guard was the one player for the Jersey squad who seemed to not be rattled by the defense of The Rens, as he was able to get out and finish in the open floor, plus he was an effective shooter from the outside. His game though was not able to match the intensity and effectiveness that The Rens played with as they went up 49-25 at the half, and never looked back. Pulling their key players for much of the 4th quarter as they eased home for the win.

Atson led The Rens once again with 25 points, adding another solid effort to his statement making tournament thus far. Murphy, who was playing his first event with The Rens added 15 points, and a handful of assists, while Alkins had 13 points, 9 of which came in the 2nd quarter. - See more at: http://nychoops.rivals.com/content.asp?CID=1561506#sthash.Yvc0S40f.dpuf

“@NERRHoops: Tomas Murphy & Ryan Murphy taking part in prestigious Jim Couch Showcase today in NYC”

@ShowTimeNation: 2016 Fairfield College Prep (CT) G Ryan Murphy took unofficial visits to Boston College and Harvard. @Ryanmurphhoop @VerbalCommits

Will get another chance to see Ryan this year at home game v. St. Anthony's of Jersey City. That should shed some light on his potential college level.

On a lighter note, it is clear the Murphy family loves the Johnnies. Photo telling! Good player to emulate.

@Ryanmurphhoop: Good luck to everyone in CT starting their season today. Lil broh q is ready!! @CoachRedgate @raphaelpchill http://t.co/H6igDGsA0N

On a lighter note, it is clear the Murphy family loves the Johnnies. Photo telling! Good player to emulate.

@Ryanmurphhoop: Good luck to everyone in CT starting their season today. Lil broh q is ready!! @CoachRedgate @raphaelpchill http://t.co/H6igDGsA0N

Wish we returned the love

Quote from: paultzman on December 02, 2013, 11:06:44 AM

On a lighter note, it is clear the Murphy family loves the Johnnies. Photo telling! Good player to emulate.

@Ryanmurphhoop: Good luck to everyone in CT starting their season today. Lil broh q is ready!! @CoachRedgate @raphaelpchill http://t.co/H6igDGsA0N

Wish we returned the love

Hope we do. I feel he is the kind of kid who would contribute over four years. He is heady, team oriented, dedicated player, who can shoot capably.  I will see him  play Hurley's St. Anthony's squad this season in Fairfield for better sense of his potential.

he has his own website:

http://www.ryanmurphybasketball.com/about-ryan

Quote from: paultzman on December 02, 2013, 11:06:44 AM

On a lighter note, it is clear the Murphy family loves the Johnnies. Photo telling! Good player to emulate.

@Ryanmurphhoop: Good luck to everyone in CT starting their season today. Lil broh q is ready!! @CoachRedgate @raphaelpchill http://t.co/H6igDGsA0N

Wish we returned the love

Maybe we do

Harvard has offered. Am biased, but this is type of intelligent, pass first type guard we should consider. He is similar to those complementary,four year players who contribute at the Butlers, Creightons of the world;

@TheRecruitScoop: 2015 guard Myles Stephens & 2016 guard Ryan Murphy will attend the Harvard-Boston College Basketball game today.

Nice outing against good team. 

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/article/Fairfield-Prep-beats-Hillhouse-5115083.php

Ryan has been injured with high ankle sprain most of season.  Lavin  is keeping in touch and Ryan will be at Xavier game courtesy of SJU.

Ryan has been injured with high ankle sprain most of season.  Lavin  is keeping in touch and Ryan will be at Xavier game courtesy of SJU.

Thats great to hear.  Would love to have this kid in '15.

Is he '15 or '16?

Is he '15 or '16?

My bad I thought he was 15.  Was he and changed at some point?  I thought him and Briscoe were same class.

Quote from: mkras99 on February 20, 2014, 09:15:18 AM

Is he '15 or '16?

My bad I thought he was 15.  Was he and changed at some point?  I thought him and Briscoe were same class.

No

Alex Kline ‏@TheRecruitScoop  1m
2016 Fairfield Prep (CT) G Ryan Murphy will attend St. John's-Xavier.

Can he shoot?

Alex Kline ‏@TheRecruitScoop  1m
2016 Fairfield Prep (CT) G Ryan Murphy will attend St. John's-Xavier.

Well, that didn't go as planned.