The 2010-2011 Bridgton Academy Wolverines are gearing up for what could be an exciting year on the hardwood of the Wolverdome in North Bridgton ME.  This year's group of young men again features players from across the country, but also highlights a greater international flavor to the roster with four players coming from outside the United States. The fall season witnessed thirteen players in conditioning regimens under the direction of new BA trainer Craig Moody, and many days of individual work on the court and in the weight room.  Additionally, many college coaches from across the country chose selected days to watch the talents of the Wolverines during their preseason workouts.  The BA roster includes the backcourt play of Ryan Rogers (Falmouth, ME), Kareem Canty (New York, NY), Cory Spence (Baltimore, MD), Tommy McDonnel (Durham, NH), Nebru Exantus (Apopka, FL), and Marko Variclick (Milton, Canada).  Adding their talents on the wing are Alex Dobrovic (Podgorica, Montenegro), Corey Shaw (Gainsville, FL), Brendan Allen (Windsor, CT), and Josh Altman (Rockport, MA).  The BA frontcourt is headed by Ryan Martin (London, UK), Daniel Franca (Sao Paulo, Brazil), and Donnie Hale (New Albany, IN).  

BA Coach Whit Lesure returns for his 14^th year at the helm with top assistants Tim Atwood (2^nd year) and Bobby Holden (5^th yr) back in the fold to help bring out the best in this team.  The Wolverines will also benefit from student-assistant Quinn Allen who will be called upon to fill many roles during the upcoming season.  Quinn is no stranger to basketball, BA, or Coach Lesure, having grown up just down the road, playing on competitive Lake Region Varsity teams, and befriending many former BA standout players.

Lesure is optimistic about the coming season but also well aware of the growing competition from other prep schools around New England.  "We are fortunate to compete in a great league, and we have had our share of success in recent years...I think our guys come in here expecting to do well, but probably have a few things to learn along the way."   It's easy to spot a few hometowns outside of the U.S. on the 2010-2011 roster, and Lesure was quick to comment on the geographic make-up of the team.  "First, I think our team reflects the globalization of the game basketball, and second, I could candidly care less where a kid comes from if his character and talent is a good fit for us at Bridgton Academy."

If anyone knows how good this team can become they aren't saying it too loudly around campus.  "We've never really been into making too many statements," Lesure said, referencing his favorite college football coach and former UNH friend, Chip Kelly (current BCS #1 Oregon Ducks).