Page 10 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2025 Patriot boys basketball team opens new season with depth, energy and a fresh identity By Dom Nicastro T he Revere High School boys basketball team enters the 2025–2026 season in a dramatically diff erent place than it ended last winter. One season removed from Ethan Day’s hisPART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE: * VICTIM ADVOCATE * ATTORNEY Portal To Hope (“PTH”) serves people whose lives have been impacted by domestic violence and related assault crimes. If you would like to join PTH’s award-winning team and share your leadership in the cause to end domestic violence, please call (781) 338-7678 for more information; or, email portaltohope@aol.com. toric 65-point fi nale and his rise into the school’s 1,000-point club, the Patriots return to the court with no clear superstar, a deeper bench and a roster built on balance and defense rather than singular scoring feats. Revere finished 8—12 last season, missing the Division 1 tournament by two games but closing with one of the most memorable individual performances in program history. Day, alongside fellow seniors Avi Lung, Josh Mercado, Erick Mayorga and Gio Alexandre, carried the bulk of the off ensive load throughout 2024— 25. With all fi ve leaders now graduated, the Patriots begin the winter with an identity shift — one centered on committee scoring, backcourt depth and collective toughness. This year’s group, however, is no stranger to varsity action. The Patriots return eight players who saw time last season, many of whom were role pieces forced to learn behind one of the most productive senior cores Revere has had in more than a decade. Now, they inherit the keys. “It’s a great group of hardworking kids,” Head Coach David Leary said. “We do not have a ton of experience coming back, so we will be learning on the fl y, but I think we will fi nd our stride and get better day in and day out.” New leaders emerge The returning senior class gives Revere a physical interior presence the program has leaned on in spurts over the past two seasons. Forwards Devin Berry and Zaney Kayembe are expected to anchor the frontcourt, both capable of scoring inside and rebounding in traffic. Senior guards Nick Rupp and Isaiah Llanos provide on-ball defense and outside shooting, while senior forwards Jadrian Sanchez and Omar Attabou offer energy and production off the bench. Leary’s roster grows even deeper with a large junior class, including guards Chris Recinos and Adnane Amimme, both quick, aggressive defenders who can score at all three levels. Junior forwards Nico Cespedes and Lucca Albano give the Patriots size and versatility, and junior guard Ryan Raduazzo brings strength and downhill scoring. Transfer big man Bryan David adds rebounding and interior defense as he acclimates to the system. Be prepared before the next power outage. Revere’s Devin Berry battled under the rim for the rebound in last year’s season opener against Everett. (Advocate fi le photos) While the team expects contributions across the roster, sophomore guard Charles Dobre may be the most explosive returning scorer. After emerging as one of Revere’s top underclassmen last winter — fl ashing athleticism, fi nishing ability and defensive instincts — Dobre now steps into a much larger role. Receive a free 5−year warranty with qualifying purchase* - valued at $535. Call 866−852−0221 to schedule your free quote! A different kind of challenge The adjustment from last year’s senior-heavy lineup to this season’s spread-thefloor, speed-oriented group will take time. The GBL again presents one of the toughest schedules in the region. Still, Leary sees a path forward as long as the Patriots can compensate for what they lack in size. “For what we lack in size we will have to make up for with hustle and toughness,” Leary said. “Our seniors will lead by example.” Leary, who is entering his 10th season alongside assistants John Leone and Bob Sullivan, has been through several roster evolutions. Last year’s team lived through tight fi nishes, late-season surges and the emotional milestone run for Day. This year’s group, he believes, will grow diff erently — steadier, more balanced and increasingly defensiveminded. “I’m interested to see how we come together these next few months,” he said. SPORTS | SEE Page 17
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