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11/11/2026 10:40:00 AM | Men's Basketball
HAMDEN, CT — The Quinnipiac men's basketball program has secured the commitment of Reece Ayala (Lawrence, MA) during the early signing period, Head Coach Tom Pecora and the Bobcats announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Ayala is the #18 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops, and he's the #9 ranked prospect in Massachusetts by New England Recruiting Report.
"We are thrilled to welcome Reece to the Quinnipiac basketball family," said Head Coach Tom Pecora. "He is a proven winner on and off the court who has competed at the highest levels of prep school and AAU basketball. His size, versatility, and competitive drive make him a tremendous fit for our culture and style of play."
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A 6-foot-5 point guard, Ayala brings tremendous versatility defensively, showing the ability to guard both smaller guards and bigger wings using his big frame and quick feet. Offensively, his quick handle and explosiveness allow him to get downhill and put constant pressure on the defense.
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Ayala showcased his explosiveness and versatility when he played on the EYBL circuit with Expressions Elite, averaging 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.
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He spent 2024–25 at Milton Academy in Milton, Massachusetts, earning 2024–25 All Independent School League First Team honors. Ayala then joined Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire for the 2025–26 season, helping lead the program to a 30-6 overall record.
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Ayala returns to Milton Academy for the upcoming 2026–27 campaign prior to joining the Bobcats officially next season. He is the first signing for the Quinnipiac men's basketball program during the 2026 early signing period.
To stay up to date with all Quinnipiac men's basketball news, follow the program on X/Instagram @QU_MBB or visit www.gobobcats.com/mbb.
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Ayala is the #18 ranked player in New England by Prep Hoops, and he's the #9 ranked prospect in Massachusetts by New England Recruiting Report.
"We are thrilled to welcome Reece to the Quinnipiac basketball family," said Head Coach Tom Pecora. "He is a proven winner on and off the court who has competed at the highest levels of prep school and AAU basketball. His size, versatility, and competitive drive make him a tremendous fit for our culture and style of play."
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A 6-foot-5 point guard, Ayala brings tremendous versatility defensively, showing the ability to guard both smaller guards and bigger wings using his big frame and quick feet. Offensively, his quick handle and explosiveness allow him to get downhill and put constant pressure on the defense.
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Ayala showcased his explosiveness and versatility when he played on the EYBL circuit with Expressions Elite, averaging 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.
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He spent 2024–25 at Milton Academy in Milton, Massachusetts, earning 2024–25 All Independent School League First Team honors. Ayala then joined Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire for the 2025–26 season, helping lead the program to a 30-6 overall record.
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Ayala returns to Milton Academy for the upcoming 2026–27 campaign prior to joining the Bobcats officially next season. He is the first signing for the Quinnipiac men's basketball program during the 2026 early signing period.
To stay up to date with all Quinnipiac men's basketball news, follow the program on X/Instagram @QU_MBB or visit www.gobobcats.com/mbb.
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