CHSAA Team Camp: Recruiting Roundup - Washington DC Sports Today

By CHARLIE PARENT

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – Day 2 of the CHSAA showcase is underway on Saturday as Stepinac, Nazareth, Bishop Molloy, St. Raymond’s and several others display New York’s top talent this weekend at Iona Prep.

**Hassan Koureissi, a four-star in the class of 2026 out of Stepinac, had a nice game Friday against Nazareth showing his shifty handle, crafty footwork on finishes around the rim and an ability to create separation to open up his jumper.

“I just have to look the part,” he told ZAGSBLOG. “My skills have gotten me here, now it’s time to look the part, show I have a college body and would be able to compete in college games.”

The 6-foot-3 guard has heard from Notre Dame, La Salle, VCU, Pepperdine, UMass, San Diego, and others, since the contact period for rising juniors opened up on June 15. Koureissi is working toward offers

“I’m glad I got all the interests,” he said. “Now, I’m just trying to watch more basketball and see where I might fit in.”

**Halon Rawlins, a 6-foot-6 wing in the class of 2025 out of Nazareth, continues to lead the Brooklyn based school, showing an improved jumper and consistent defense. He drove to the hoop a good amount, constantly drawing defenders and making the right reads for quality shots. He is a strong defender who blocks shots and uses his strength to his advantage.

“I’m an all around player and probably the best two-way player in New York,” he said.

Seton Hall, Oklahoma, Providence and Iona have been in touch the most recently.

He took a visit to Seton Hall during the high school season.

“The assistant coach Rasheen Davis is a good guy,” he said. “He brought me around Seton Hall and we watched their practice. It was an unofficial.”

Rawlins also took a visit to Iona this past week.

“They really want me,” he said. “He [Toben Anderson] said I’m there No. 1 recruit. I love how they play fast.”

Oklahoma and Providence have yet to offer Rawlins, though they are in contact with his coach.