Former McDonald's All-American Joins Millrats
October 21, 2008 - Premier Basketball League (PBL)
Saint John Riptide News Release
Former 2000 McDonald's All-American Scott Hazelton has agreed to terms with the Manchester Millrats.
Hazelton, a 6'8 forward, began his collegiate career at the University of Connecticut, playing with future NBA stars Ben Gordan (Chicago Bulls), Emeka Okafor (Charlotte Bobcats), and Caron Butler (Washington Wizards). He finished up at the University of Rhode Island, earning All Atlantic-10 honors his senior season.
He now calls Manchester, New Hampshire home, where he operates a basketball academy and breeds dogs.
"I'm looking forward to playing at home this season since this (New England) is where my basketball roots come from," explained Scott Hazelton. "I'm excited to play for a quality organization, and being able to play in front of my friends and family is what attracted me to this opportunity."
Hazelton spent most of his three years since college playing overseas in countries such as Portugal, Luxembourg, and Sweden.
"Scott is a tremendous offensive player, and at 6'8 creates mismatch problems," stated Millrats GM Ian McCarthy. "He is equally comfortable posting up or playing on the perimeter. He will be a great weapon for our team."
Manchester is looking to build on its inaugural 28-win season, as the second year franchise enters its first year in the Premier Basketball League.
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