Roundup
Commitments, soccer and football at PSA
Hatchett commits to Fairfield
Jah Hatchett became the third member of the Putnam Science Academy men’s prep team to pledge his allegiance to a Div. I program. The Michigan native will continue his basketball career at Fairfield University.
Hatchett played at East Kentwood High School before transferring to Putnam Science Academy after reclassifying into the Class of 2026. He took a chance on himself coming into the PSA program and the elite competition faced on a daily basis. He made the most of the chance, becoming an instrumental part of the program’s 5th national championship. A point guard more than capable of running an offense on the national prep basketball stage.
Basketball is in Hatchett’s blood, his father played in college and then in the semi-professional league. Jah Hatchett’s basketball inspiration is Allen Iverson while mixing in a little Darius Garland of the Cleveland Cavaliers into his game. Garland’s ability to control the tempo of the game, hit floaters and knock down open shots is similar to Hatchett’s way of approaching the game.
Tambedou commits to Maryland
At this time next fall Adama Tambedou will be playing Big Ten basketball. The four-star forward committed to the University of Maryland, joining first year head coach Buzz Williams in College Park.
The 6-foot, 7-inch, 230-pound forward chose the Terrapins over Iowa State and a host of other Div. I schools. Coach Williams and members of his staff flew to Connecticut to see Tambedou for a short visit last week. That visit ultimately made a huge impact when deciding where to play.
“Not all coaches can do that sacrifice for you. If they want you that much, why not go play for them,” said Tambedou. He chose the Terrapins for many reasons, one being how much the program buys into the defensive side of the floor. Access to the gym and weight room facilities was another plus for Tambedou. It is where he can be the best version of himself. “They’re going to help you get better and better. With that program I can be the better version of myself,” he said. Tambedou has cherished his time at Putnam Science Academy. Not only because he was an instrumental part of last year’s national championship team. He has grown exponentially since coming to the school. On and off the court. He credits the PSA coaching staff for the evolution of his game and helping him become a better teammate. Adama Tambedou plans to do at Maryland what he has done at Putnam Science Academy, win.
Boys’ Soccer
OAKDALE — Good things come to those who wait. It took a while, but the Putnam Science Academy Prep boys’ soccer team got 2 goals in the 77th minute and the 79th minute both from Fernando Domingues to beat St. Thomas More 2-1 last week to capture their first win of the season. With the win the Mustangs improve to 1-3 on the season.
Football
NEWPORT, R.I. — The PSA football team faced a formidable foe in its game against Navy Prep losing 48-6 on the road. Facing a 20-0 deficit quarterback Demarcus Williams found second-year wide receiver Ronald Florian-Moreta in the back of the end zone for a touchdown, closing the gap 20-6 in the second quarter. The Mustangs had to battle a multitude of injuries along with the incredible size that Navy displayed on the offensive and defensive line. “Says a lot to finish through the game; we continued to fight. That’s what we’re looking for,” said Head Coach Mook Zimmerman.
Ben Heacox
Sports Information Director
Putnam Science Academy
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