The Kimball Union Academy boys’ basketball program is a member of the highly competitive NEPSAC AA conference which has representation throughout New England. In addition to KUA’s NEPSAC AA competition, we schedule with some of the region’s top programs in NEPSAC AAA, A, and B. The program has historically achieved strong seasons that have garnered post-season tournament invites while seeing many of its student athletes land collegiate playing opportunities after graduating from The Hilltop. Many former Wildcat student athletes have played and continue to compete at top DI, DII, and DIII institutions. Recent graduates have moved on to programs such as NC State, William & Marry, Utah State, Towson State, Niagara, Dartmouth, Quinnipiac, Adelphi, Bentley, Lemoyne, Connecticut College, Ithaca, Pomona Pitzer, RIT, WPI, Kenyon, and Dickinson. Some former Wildcats have enjoyed professional careers with Nathan Knight ’16 the most notable, as a he heads into his third season in the NBA with the Minnesota Timberwolves franchise.
KUA couldn't overcome its own mistakes versus the Dragons of St. George's School. Multiple turnovers led to easy points for the visitors, and 5-for-18 shooting from 3-point range hindered the Wildcats' ability to keep pace in the second half.
The Wildcats took some time to get out of the gate vs. a well-coached and competitive Deerfield squad. Down 25 to 26 at the half, the Wildcats came out with more energy and intensity and were able to string together a few offensive runs to complement their defensive efforts. Balanced scoring from Hudson Scroggins. Brandon Arnold and Zach Romich paced KUA and helped secure the victory at Alumni Gymnasium.
KUA faced NEPSAC AA rival Mount Saint Charles in Woonsocket, RI, less than 24 hrs after their Friday night loss at Saint Andrew's School. The Wildcats battled throughout, never leading until the final seconds. Holding a 72-70 lead, Brandon Arnold came up with the biggest play of the weekend with a 1-on-1 defensive stop of the opponent's best player as the game clock hit zero. 32pts from Hudson Scroggins, Zach Romich, 19pts on 5 of 5 from behind the 3pt line, and timely 9 points sprinkled in from Brandon Arnold and Noah Limbago paced the Wildcats' offensive output.