Shout out to coach (Justin) Van Fleet. It only had produced one all-state player, period, during the 2000s. I like how he plays.. Notable: Davion Hill, a Division I basketball prospect who is also getting college interest as a running back, scored 39 points to lead St. John Neumann past defending state champion Nativity BVM, 82-62, in the PIAA semifinals last week. 4 and teams such as Florida Atlantic, San Diego State and Miami. And both made history again Wednesday afternoon while headlining an outstanding day for area boys basketball. There would be a nice reception from both players and fans of each school as Hills parents came out and had a picture with his parents, in front of the Neumann bench. After Troy went up 71-67, Neumann was in dire need of a big basket and Hill delivered, draining a 3-pointer. The Knights grew more determined and kept answering. Today's breaking news and more in your inbox. Updated: 10:51 PM EDT March 18, 2022. Davion Hill 13 4-6 33, Hanief Clay 13 1-2 27, Naseer Dymeck 3 0-0 7, Joe Savage 3 0-0 6, JerVal Weeks-Shuler 1 2-4 4, Naz Smith 1 0-0 2, Kane Wright 0 0-0 0, Josiah Coleman 0 0-0 0. sjnparish. Spectators dont play good basketball., Im very happy with the mental and emotional effort coming into the game and preparation and things like that,, Its been tough for us to find that rhythm. Hill and Tutler signed their national letters of intent Monday at Neumanns Frank Lupacchino Court. You can contact him at 417-371-6987, by email atwwheeler@news-leader.comor Twitter at@WyattWheeler_NL. St. John Neumann's Hill commits to play D1 basketball Derek Litzelman, Karson Dominick and Hayden Pardoe share similar joyful feelings and were also named to their respective all-state teams. Youre not going to stop a guy like that. The North-Penn Mansfield Tigers (12-10) ended their regular season with a huge, 73-59 upset win over the reigning District 4 Class A Champion St. John Neumann Golden Knights (19-3) on He doesnt get mentioned a lot, but he does a lot,, I appreciate him, especially being our big man. Im just trying to stay focused on the season, Hill said. Totals 34 7-12 79. We all grew up together, so to be able to win a championship together is beyond amazing. He finished second in District in assists this season, averaging 6.3 and went for 16 points, eight rebounds and seven assists in the district championship win against Neumann. Davion Hill scored 20 points and Hanief Clay had 19 as District 4 champion St. John Neumann defeated High Point 63-40 in a PIAA Class 1A first-round game Tuesday night at Williamsport. St. John Neumann Catholic Parish - Canton, MI He trains hard every day at practice., Just being on that stage in AAU and then my first two years being so young and already at this stage, I feel like these are moments I live for,, Ive already been through them so its just trying to live in the moment when Im out there., Hes really making good decisions. At that mid way point of the fourth at exactly 6:37 remaining in the fourth with a 52-44 lead over South, Hill got a dish out pass from a Knights teammate inside the key from the foul line and took a step, a drive and a leap and got the tough layup over two Mountie defenders for his 2,000th career point. Copyright Williamsport Sun-Gazette | https://www.sungazette.com | 252 W. Fourth Street, Williamsport, PA 17703 | 570-326-1551, It was definitely a crazy feeling. In addition to helping Neumann win 80 games, Hill was a driving force on teams which won four straight league titles, three District 4 championships and the 2022 Class A Eastern Region crown. Davion Hill 18Followers School Neumann Regional Academy (Williamsport, PA) Class Year Senior 2023 HT/WT 6'1" 215 lbs Teams V. Basketball #1 G Home Bio Videos Stats Awards Photos News / Davion Hill Davion Hill Latest Updates Davion Hill's Bio Full Bio Stat Leader St. John Neumann's Davion Hill celebrates against South Williamsport on Monday. (Sullivan coach) Glenn (Vaughan) always has them coached up and they always play hard, so I definitely had to get back in so we could put the game away.. St. John Neumann Catholic Church - Eagan, MN Neumann won its third straight game, but there is no time to savor the latest win. Im still around kids and thats what its all about., Before the season I wanted eight wins, to get to districts, get them that experience and beat somebody were not supposed to. Hill provided just that. His ability to run the offense, get everyone involved and make teams pay for double teaming him paid huge dividends as Muncy won 20 games and surged at the perfect time. We just had to try and slow him down,, Youre not going to stop a guy like that. The Bucks were led by Brody Pentz's 16 points and John Green's 10. Hanief Clay of St. John Neumann against Troy at St. John Neumann Academy Dec. 28, 2021. Davion Hill 13 5-9 33; Messiah Baldwin 2 5-6 10; Kane Wright 0 0-0 0; Daiton Thompson 2 0-0 6; Nyrick Moy 4 2-2 10; Corey Agnew 0 0-0 0; Joe Savage 3 1-2 8. Tutler tore it up while helping transform a Neumann program which had fallen on hard times. When i hit the 3, I thought, This cant be how it ends. More important, Eyer showed future Muncy players what can be achieved. More: Why Kevin Durant says he 'loves everything about' former Missouri State star Alize Johnson. St. John Neumann's Davion Hill shoots against South Williamsport on Monday. The games first 30 minutes were non-stop action and the only thing it needed at that point was an exciting conclusion. Pennsylvania high school basketball all-star games coming in 2024 Ty Barrett 11 7-8 35, Mason Imbt 6 2-2 14, Ethan Vannoy 6 3-3 18, Zeb Oldroyd 1 0-0 3, Jackson Taylor 0 0-0 0, Devin Sellock 0 0-0 0, Colin Loveland 1 0-0 2. Davion Hill scored 33 points and Joe Savage added 12 as St. John Neumann cruised past Bucktail, 80-42, at home. Rick has been in music ministry for 23 years in the Detroit and Lansing dioceses. The only thing more impressive than the stats and accolades is Hills desire. Copyright Williamsport Sun-Gazette | https://www.sungazette.com | 252 W. Fourth Street, Williamsport, PA 17703 | 570-326-1551, Its exciting, but its starting to get stressful because its coming up on that time where people commit late in their junior year,, I think Ill wait until after my last AAU season and commit right before the regular season next year. DAVE KENNEDY/Sun-Gazette. Sabrina comes to SJN with a lengthy background in Religious Education, Youth Ministry, and RCIA studies. During the 2018 NBA Draft, he became the first player from Missouri State to be picked since Winston Garland was selected in 1987. Hanief Clay of Neumann puts up a shot against Sullivan County at Saint John Neumann Jan 26, 2022. He also is an excellent rebounder, passer and made five fourth-quarter steals against Sullivan. I have so much respect for him.. Davion Hill goes up for a slam dunk against Sullivan County at Saint John Neumann Jan 26, 2022. Hill is coming off his sophomore season at St. John Neumann Regional Academy in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The Golden Knights were coming off back-to-back wins against Muncy on Wednesday and Loyalsock on Saturday and added another win on Monday against South Williamsport, 67-61. In addition to Hills 33 points, Messiah Baldwin and Nyrick Moy both scored 10 and Savage added eight. We built a lot of chemistry this game. 3-point goals: Neumann 6 (Hill 2, Thompson 2, Savage 1, Baldwin 1), South 3 (Roberts 2, Neidig 1), Today's breaking news and more in your inbox. Insinger, who has 1,080 total victories counting his girls coaching tenure is the states all-time wins leader and is closing in on his 39th league championship as the Bloomsburg victory gave Loyalsock sole possession of first in the HAC-II. Alize Johnson twice earned all-state honors. Neumann did so by not growing frustrated despite Barretts shooting display. Its a two-way street. As a freshman at St. John Neumann, where Johnson also played, Davion Hill stepped up as the team's starting point guard at a young age. It was a good high school battle, a good little dual. We learned a lot, Clay said. Khashaun Akins was 5 of 5 at the line in overtime and Jake Hernandez scored a season-high 28 points. During that time, he also was an engine powering a program which won three district titles and reached its first state championship since 1972. Davion Hill | Prep Hoops Player Profile Prospect Database Davion Hill 6'0" | CG | Pennsylvania Class: 2023 HS: St. John Neumann Unlock Rankings Get Verified State Rank Position Rank - National Rank Overview Verify Player News Overview Verify Player News Player Claimed This player is currently claimed by user: kinghill_5. Still, Sullivan showed its promise by playing Neumann tough into the fourth quarter. Hill is coming off a sophomore season in which he averaged 22.7 points per game. Isaiah Fenner scored a career-high 25 points at Muncy and John Schneider averaged 14.5 in the wins. St. John Neumann's Davion Hill poses with his family after recording his 2,000th career point against South Williamsport on Monday. Bucktail showed its progress and fight last Monday, rallying from a 14-point deficit to down Millville, 63-54. Chase Mondillo (2024 | Pope John Paul II) Henry Rasmussen (2025 | Shipley) Luke Rasmussen (2023 | Haverford School) Billy Rayer (2024 | Haverford School) Brayden Ryan (2024 | Wissahickon) . Im so happy for him.. I feel like I did that and left my mark.. Bishop visits Neumann. St. John Neumann senior Davion Hill established himself as one of the areas all-time great players the past four years, cementing his status this past season. I knew what I had to do. In that final, Hill produced 30 points against Bishop Canevin. St. John Neumann (12-2): Sullivan County and South each pushed hard, but Neumann responded each time and stayed undefeated in league play. Davion Hill goes up for a slam dunk against Sullivan County at Saint John Neumann Jan 26, 2022. I like how he plays., Ive been to a few of his games and I knew we werent going to stop him. 20 emerging high school boys basketball stars early in the 2022-23 They got off to a good start and we really had to work with it, Spencer said. Hill played against his older brothers since he first started competing and that has helped him grow immensely. He never missed a game these past four years, helped Neumann win 80 games and produced an area record 2,801 career points. We contested a lot of his shots and he made some incredible shots, but the guys really hung in there.. The skills are developing and so is the confidence for a team with three players averaging in double figures. The senior effectively sees the court, facilitates and rebounds his position well while adding tough defense. Hill scored 22 points, Hanief Clay added a game-high 26 and Neumann defeated the rival Griffins, 63-40, winning a seventh consecutive game and clinching an 11th straight District 4 Class A playoff berth. He also has shown a knack for playing his best in the biggest games and went for 34 points and 13 rebounds in last years state quarterfinal loss to eventual state champion Pottsville Nativity. He watched his oldest brother Alize Johnson shine at Missouri State and the kid in Hill won out. Tutler showed how dangerous she can be in the second round of states when she played Class A Player of the Year and Lasalle-bound Amber Bullard to a draw. Hes tough, so you just have to hope for the best and try and come out with the win.. Log In. With all new starters, we had to come together more as a team. Both will be playing Division I basketball; Hill at Missouri State and Tutler at Niagara. As a kid Ive always played with the older kids, so that really had me prepared.. He trains hard every day at practice.. He already is within 230 points of breaking Jim Nolans long-held Lycoming County points record and consistently has stuffed the stat sheet every night. Contact us. SHAMOKIN, Pa. Davion Hill scored a season-high 39 points and the St. John Neumann boys basketball team beat the defending state champs Nativity BVM 82-62 . Put it all together and it feels like Hill could have the best of both worlds at Missouri State. Hill and Clay were sensational but each Neumann player Spencer used embraced his role and carried it out well. Hes a good kid. Bucktail is developing several other players as well and has made monster strides since last season when it averaged 27 points per game. I think Ill wait until after my last AAU season and commit right before the regular season next year. Hill will play at Missouri State and Tutler will play at Niagara. I dont want to feel that again., Ive done what Ive done and it was time to go home and help my own town and help them out,, Its not all about just winning ball games. He does all the little things and it helps a lot to get us wins.. Sullivan had a chance to pull within five early in the third quarter but lost another turnover and Hills return ignited another spurt as the Griffins fell into desperate times. I knew I would play my hardest. I like to set up my teammates and get them involved and distribute the ball, Hill said. Ill never forget any of it, and I wouldnt trade it for the world.. The junior guard was at his best this past season, averaging a District 4-best 26.1 points, 7.9 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game while helping Neumann reach its first state championship since 1972. Clay electrified in the second half as well, dealing seven of his nine assists, grabbing four of his six rebounds and scoring 13 more points. Davion Hill of Neumann puts up a shot against Sullivan County at Saint John Neumann Jan 26, 2022. I wouldnt have wanted to do it anywhere else but here at Neumann, Hill said. We played together and came together as a team and got the W. Down the stretch its going to make us better when we play good teams like that.. Davion Hill (2023 | St. John Neumann) Jaron McKie (2025 | St. Joe's Prep) Cian Medley (2023 | Camden, N.J.) Khaafiq Myers (2024 | Neumann-Goretti) DAVE KENNEDY/Sun-Gazette. Davion Hill Leads #5 St. John Neumann Past Muncy 71-44 He did so against four district champions, including defending state champion Pottsville Nativity. This season was the most fun I have ever had playing basketball, Eyer said. That part hasnt happened yet, but were working. In my head, when I hit them I knew we could definitely win the game., Me being a senior, I have to be a leader. Dominick was at his best in his teams biggest games, scoring 14 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter of a comeback state tournament win at Delone Catholic, helping the Tigers reach the second round for the first time since 2011. It almost feels better than it did last time, though, like I worked a lot harder for it this time. Pardoe earned the HAC-I MVP after helping Central Mountain win its first HAC Tournament championship and also was a catalyst for a team which repeated as District 4-6 Class AAAAA champions and won a program-record 24 games. Eyer topped both 1,000 career points and rebounds, finishing with 1,323 and 1,014, respectively. There just simply was no defense for some of the shots Barrett made. Clay also wreaked havoc defensively, nearly produced a triple-double against District 1 champion Faith Christian before playing a masterful game against Nativity. I was definitely cringing, Neumann coach Jamie Spencer said. I know I left a legacy for the younger guys to follow up on. Hill surges late and helps Neumann rally past Troy Hill made two quick steals to open the quarter, each producing points. Sullivan (3-7) kept battling but never pulled within single digits again. After Neumanns defense made a stand, Hill was fouled 39 seconds later and calmly drained both ends of a 1-and-1, giving Neumann a lead it did not relinquish. A year after having just 10 total players between varsity and JV and going winless, Bucktail has won three of its last five games and has a good shot at reaching the District 4 Class A playoffs. Hill also claimed bragging rights between siblings by besting his older brothers, NBA journeyman Alize Johnson of the Indiana Pacers and Missouri States David Hill, each of whom eclipsed 1,700 points in their careers respectively. Hes like a super busy guy though you know being in the NBA and what not but he definitely stays in close touch and makes sure that I have the things that I need to be in a great position to be successful,, It definitely takes dedication to play two sports you know. He put his heart into every practice; every game and it paid huge dividends. His talent, his resume and his work on the AAU circuit, meant Hill attracted a lot of attention. David Hill, who graduated last year, will play at Towson next season and Davion likely will make it three straight Division I experiences. Davion Hill and Sheiana Tutler will be playing hundreds of miles from St. John Neumann next winter. Ive done what Ive done and it was time to go home and help my own town and help them out, Bruno said. The Griffins defense gave Neumann problems at times and Riley King and Bryon Fitzgerald each scored nine points. Nobody had a resume quite like Hill. Now we have three straight three-game weeks and that comes after a game Saturday, so hopefully that rhythm will come. He also is the highest recognized, doing so as a second teamer. Canton is District 4 Class AA playoff-bound for a fourth straight season and those seniors are the first class in program history to make the playoffs every year there South Williamsport junior Lee Habalar is having a big breakout season and scored 26 points in Saturdays hard-fought 63-56 loss at St. John Neumann. Davion Hill's performance in fourth helps lift St. John Neumann past BOYS' BASKETBALL: Nativity edges St. John Neumann One better believe they will remember him. Sean Carpenter. We contested a lot of his shots and he made some incredible shots, but the guys really hung in there., He (Shuler) was very big for us. Its about helping the kids on and off the court. MARK NANCE/Sun-Gazette Correspondent I have so much respect for him.. Lancaster Mennonite vs. St. John Neumann - PIAA Class 2A boys Neumann's Hill, Tutler both to play Division I basketball It was an appropriate ending because the St. John Neumann two-time all-state guard played like Superman over the games final 1 minute, 54 seconds. PIAA BOYS' BASKETBALL: Nativity falls to St. John Neumann Trey Higley added eight points and six rebounds and Ben Carpenter grabbed seven boards. Clay played a large role in Sullivan not improving that record Wednesday. He did so, not just by putting up ridiculous numbers, but also by consistently shining in the biggest moments. Its unreal. I hit this 3 for a reason,', I came out hard and went to the line and I knew I had to hit those two free throws. Hill was named the Pennsylvania Sportswriters Player of the Year Monday following a superb junior season. Barrett produced a game-high 35 points and hit six 3-pointers, scoring 22 second-half points. Another appealing option by going to a so-called mid-major school is that Hill will not be battling against the backlog of players who have jammed rosters the last few years after the pandemic gave all an extra year of eligibility. Missouri State men's basketball coach Dana Ford is recruiting the family of one of the school's all-time greats. Tigers upset St. John Neumann behind Dominick's 27, 73-59 He helped the team a lot, especially on defense. I always looked to practices with my guys who Ive been playing with since third grade. JerVal Weeks-Shuler, however, may have been the first-halfs biggest difference-maker. To win that award at a higher classification is big for me and I think how people thought about my game. They got off to a good start and we really had to work with it,, It doesnt matter who they have or what they have and thats a testament to Glenn. Neumann News - Students informing the SJNRA community Ethan Vannoy added 18 points and all-state lineman Mason Imbt was tough in the middle with 14. Former MSU basketball star Alize Johson's brothers are rising prospects Ali needs 14 points Wednesday against Central Columbia to reach 1,000 for his career. Brown has been especially clutch in the fourth quarter and nearly willed Williamsport back against Central York, having a hand in 16 of the teams final 21 points in the last four minutes. As the offers come in, the pressure increases. He also produced nearly 400 assists, 300 steals, 151 3-pointers and 152 blocks. 4030 Pilot Knob Rd. Ultimately, its defense helped win the game over those last two minutes. The dynamic point guard again was potent off the dribble, made some key mid-range jumpers and grabbed eight rebounds. He was unbelievable, Spencer said. Hill produces major mismatches for teams, and South was no exception. Hanief Clay (2) of St. John Neumann and Ethan Vannoy (5) of Troy reach for a loose ball at St. John Neumann Academy Dec. 28, 2021. He (Shuler) was very big for us. Weeks-Shuler grabbed nine rebounds, consistently kept possessions alive, made a key fourth-quarter free throw and neutralized Imbt, a St. Francis bound brick wall who can feast in the paint. 2022 PIAA Class A boys basketball championship breakdown: Bishop A noisy gym suddenly grew eerily quiet Wednesday as Davion Hill landed awkwardly after soaring high and grabbing a third-quarter rebound. Aaron Akers (10 points, 10 rebounds) produced a double-double Montoursville (9-7) is coming on strong and won hard-fought road games at Muncy and Jersey Shore last weekend, showing its firepower in the first one and its defensive prowess in the 40-37 victory at Jersey Shore. And that is why, as important as this future decision is, he remains locked on his junior season. It feels good to get away from basketball sometimes and just take a break and experience new things and definitely football season was a grind, Hill added We went to the district championship and we had a really well coached and really talented team. The final score on Monday night took a back seat to Davion Hill of St. John Neumann. Following consecutive last-second losses in states, Hill and his teammates have unfinished business. He often was like a mad scientist at Penn College and Milton, throwing an assortment of presses at opponents. Litzelman becomes just the second player in North Penn-Liberty to earn the honor, earning second team Class A all-state. Unfortunately, Sullivan has had to play the spectator role a lot this season. Neumann won 63-40. Davion Hill, sr., St. John Neumann (Pennsylvania) Kaden House, fr., Desert Mountain (Arizona) Former NBA sharpshooter Eddie House has twin freshman sons playing for Desert Mountain, and Kaden is off to an especially roaring start. In the first four minutes, his defense and distribution helped Neumann land the knockout blow. Davion Hill scored 31 points . That guy is just a bulldog., I want to have a nice regular season, obviously, but I know the postseason is where everything matters more and I have to come up big for my team against the tougher teams., This is him. Its been 20 years since a county player reached the milestone. Bruno has had to adjust his style and go back to the fundamentals. Playing against that team which had ended Neumanns season a year earlier, Hill scored 39 points in a blowout state semifinal win and seemingly could do whatever he wanted. I wouldnt have wanted to do it anywhere else but here at Neumann,, When I grew up watching Alizes games (older brother Alize Johnson) I wanted to leave my mark at Neumann. The Millionaires nearly erased an eight-point deficit in the final 50 seconds against Central York, losing its first home game, 87-83. Hill increased his playoff scoring average from the regular season for a fourth straight year, producing 35.4 points per game during the postseason. The Lancers have not lost a league game since 2018 and have won 10 straight contests overall. These games are the fun ones and also the ones which could help the two-time defending District 4 Class A champions get where they want to go come late this winter. We played with a lot of heart,, Barrett is the real deal. Loyalsock at Hughesville: Hughesville has a tough game with Montoursville tonight, but Saturdays earns the spot here based on it these rivals having combined for 12 district championships and three state Final 4 appearances since 2006. Despite foul trouble, Hill scored 33 points, including those nine during the game-winning rally as Neumann won a wildly entertaining game in front of a boisterous crowd which filled every section at Neumann and had this early-season showdown feeling like a state tournament game. Davion Hill, a younger brother of MSU star and current Brooklyn Nets forward Alize Johnson, received an offer from Missouri State on Sunday night, he tweeted. He definitely is a really big part in my life, especially on and off the field. squeen@stjohnneumann.us. Three-time selection Cam Hurst among eight local basketball players to And yet, he already has secured high school bragging rights against that dynamic duo. Wyatt D. Wheeler is a reporter and columnist with the Springfield News-Leader. But that kids pain tolerance is just unbelievable. Every time., When it got down to the last couple minutes I just knew I had to pick it up and go all out for my team, Hill said. Different players often stuck to him like glue and were constantly aware of where he was and where he was going. By the time the four-minute flurry was over, Neumann led by 23 and was on its way to another victory. St. John Neumann's Davion Hill dribbles against South Williamsport on Monday. All I can say to Muncy is, thank you. Thank you to all the coaches and teammates who pushed me to become the player and person I am today. That was big for us to do that, Hill said. His demeanor and how he projects himself is amazing. DAVE KENNEDY/Sun-Gazette, Me being a senior, I have to be a leader. Davion Hill is a two-sport athlete who also shines on the football field. The Griffins were shut down for two weeks in December and different circumstances have led it to going at least a week without playing four times this month.
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