Reclassifying vs. Post-Grad Year [What's the Difference?] ft. Coach Lamar Reddicks of Milton Academy
Coach Lamar Reddicks of Milton Academy sheds light on the strategies behind reclassifying young athletes and the unique position of his program in Class A basketball. While Milton doesn't use post-graduates—a rarity in Class A that set them apart during their championship win—Coach Reddicks discusses how they approach reclassification to foster development and maintain competitiveness. He explains the benefits of having students redo a year at an earlier age, providing them with advanced, elective-like courses that mirror college-level choices, allowing for continuous academic progress without redundancy.
🏀 No Post-Grads Strategy:
Discover how Milton Academy competes at a high level in Class A without post-graduates.
📘 Educational Reclassification:
Learn about the academic advantages Milton provides, helping young athletes grow without repeating courses.
📈 Early Identification Challenges:
Gain insight into the complexities of identifying potential in younger athletes for reclassification purposes.
🎓 Athletic and Academic Development:
Understand the dual focus on athletic competitiveness and academic progression at Milton Academy.
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📑 About Lamar:
Coach Lamar Reddicks is a seasoned basketball coach with an extensive background in both playing and coaching. A Milton, Massachusetts native, Lamar played collegiate basketball at Bentley University, where he earned honorable mention All-Northeast 10. Following his playing career, he transitioned into coaching with a 7-year tenure at Harvard University, where he helped to recruit and coach NBA player Jeremy Lin, followed by 1 year at Boston University. Since 2007, Coach Reddicks has been at the helm of Milton Academy's basketball program, where he also serves as the Athletic Director. Under his leadership, Milton Academy has consistently competed for Class A championships, winning the title in 2023.
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