MaxPreps 2014-15 New Hampshire preseason boys basketball Fab 5, presented by the Army National Guard

1. Bishop Brady (Concord)
2014 finish: 14-8
Head coach: Cole Etten

With Joe Bell, Jourdain Bell and Brendan Johnson all returning, the pieces could be in place for Bishop Brady to take home a state title this year. Cole Etten, a recent University of New Hampshire graduate, takes over as head coach.

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2. Pembroke
2014 finish: 27-1
Head coach: Matt Alosa

After capturing back to back Division II titles, Pembroke will try its hand against a Division I schedule this season. Luckily, it has one of the state's premier post players, Max Curran, back to help ease the transition. Brothers Dante Timbas and Dominic Timbas round out the team's top scoring threats.

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3. Manchester Central
2014 finish: 25-0
Head coach: Doc Wheeler

Last year's season was like one from a storybook: Central finished a remarkable 25-0 and captured a Division I state title. It's unrealistic to expect another flawless season this year, but Central will still be near the top of the New Hampshire hoops scene. The team needs to replace players lost to graduation, as well as Brett Hanson, who transferred to Tilton.

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4. Portsmouth
2014 finish: 19-3
Head coach: Jim Mulvey

With the graduation of older brother Pat, 6-foot-3 sophomore Joey Glynn appears poised to step into a leadership role for Portsmouth after gaining valuable varsity experience as a freshman. Charlie Lehoux should also assume a larger role in the team's offense.

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5. Manchester Memorial
2014 finish: 10-11
Head coach: John Quick Jr.

After having young teams each of the last two seasons, it could be time for Memorial to break through with a talented, seasoned squad. Trevon Maughn and Kabongo Ngalakulondi both return for their senior seasons. Last year's record was deceiving, as Memorial showed very promising flashes that should bode well for this season.