Phillips Exeter Head Basketball Coach...5x NEPSAC Class A Champions 2013, 2014, 2017, 2019, 2024

Joined July 2011
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A sad day. I’m fortunate to have played for Whit and coached against him in NEPSAC. As with so many others, he had a profound impact on my life & career. A family friend & mentor, Whit will always be on the Mount Rushmore of NEPSAC coaches. A true legend.
Absolutely brutal news this morning of Bridgton Academy’s legendary coach Whit Lesure passing away suddenly at the age of 66. This one hits really, really hard for me. Forget about the fact that he was a terrific coach, a 4-time NEPSAC champion, someone who was all about developing people. But Whit was such a good guy. I wouldn’t be where I am today in this business, as he really helped me as a young journalist breaking into the prep school/recruiting end of things. He was a straight shooter and I going to miss seeing and talking to him. Prayers go out to Whit’s entire family. Here’s a statement from Bridgton Academy: “The entire Bridgton Academy community is devastated by the loss of Basketball Coach Whit Lesure, 66, who passed away early this morning after a medical emergency at his home on campus. Coach Lesure won four NEPSAC AAA championships during his 29-year tenure at Bridgton Academy, earning him admission into the New England Basketball Hall of Fame. He was beloved by his players, as well as the students who turned to him for support in his role as advisor, dorm parent, and college counselor. He was deeply admired and respected by his colleagues on campus and fellow basketball coaches everywhere. We extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Marybeth and the Lesure family. Coach Whit’s passing leaves an enormous hole in our hearts and in our community.”
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So incredibly grateful for having had the opportunity to represent Phillips Exeter Basketball, and am excited for the program’s future under Coach Rafferty. The right guy is steering the ship!
We are thrilled to announce Harry Rafferty ‘13 as the new head coach of our boys varsity basketball program. Rafferty takes over for his former coach, Jay Tilton, who has stepped down after more than two decades with the program. weareexeter.com/news/2025/3/…
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13 Jul 2024
Everything you want on teammate. Great fit!
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PLAY-OFF HENRY...This guy competes every day..#GoBigRed - NYU got themselves a good one.
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I love me some solid. In 3 decades of coaching, Tyler is among the select few who consistently impacts winning.
I'm excited to be @avonoldfarms for the second weekend of the @NEPrepBB @NEPSAC showcase. As soon as I walk in the gym, @DeclanGriff11 hits four shots in a row during a 2 minute span. BRIGHT future ahead for the baby-faced assassin.
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I'm excited to be @avonoldfarms for the second weekend of the @NEPrepBB @NEPSAC showcase. As soon as I walk in the gym, @DeclanGriff11 hits four shots in a row during a 2 minute span. BRIGHT future ahead for the baby-faced assassin.
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Exeter Basketball: NEPSAC LIVE @ Babson 6/21 vs Milton 530pm 6/22 vs Taft 1045am 6/22 vs TP 1235pm new.express.adobe.com/webpag…?
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6’ 4” guard Luke Soden of @ExeterHoop & @MiddlesexMagic
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Ryder Frost is officially a 4⭐️ recruit and ranked in the top 100 in 🇺🇸!! 📈📈 #MagicFamily
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Check out a few of my clips from Pittsburgh this past weekend! (some games only partially streamed). @MiddlesexMagic @ExeterHoop
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Ryder Frost (@ExeterHoop & @MiddlesexMagic) picked up an offer from West Virginia yesterday.
I’m grateful to receive an offer from West Virginia! Thank you to Coach DeVries, Coach Barnett, and the entire coaching staff for the opportunity!
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3 seniors sign to continue their playing career after one of the most epic seasons in Lobos history. Robert Blandburg will attend @ExonianSports, @Davisjusticell1 will head to @CoastalNorthMBB and Drew Ward will attend @FLCoastalPrep @WardMaxward504 @coachchuckt @ExeterHoop
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Game day accomplishments aside, Ryder brings it everyday in practice. Every. Day.
Pro Insight interview with 6’6 Ryder Frost. Ryder is an elite shooter with a strong, athletic frame. 🔊 to his interview and you will see his mental maturity matches his physical! Special young man! @RyderFrost7 | @UANextBHoops | @ExeterHoop | @_proinsight #MagicFamily
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Congratulations Coach Dickson and THANK YOU.. for all you have done for us on the Hilltop..So many of us have had the Privilege to be part of your journey..All the best with your next Chapter..#GOHAWKS
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐊𝐞𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟖 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐭𝐨𝐩 🏀 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡! 🤍 📰: saintanselmhawks.com/news/20…
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Let’s Go, Jayden! Future is bright!!
Excited to announce that I will be attending Phillips Exeter Academy this fall, and joining the class of 2027! Thank you to everyone who supported me and helped me get to this point. @ExeterHoop
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29 Mar 2024
Proud of our honored players and entire team who were behind them all season!!
29 Mar 2024
All-NEPSAC & All-NEPSAC Honorable Mention awards for all winter sports now posted: bit.ly/allnepsac
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21 Mar 2024
Run it back.
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Check out my 2023-2024 season highlights!! - hudl.com/v/2Nm5ze
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Adding another high character young man with great upside! Very excited to get to work! Congrats, Luke!
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18 Mar 2024
I’m excited to announce I will be joining the class of 2025 and attending Phillips Exeter Academy this Fall. Thank you Coach Tilton, Coach Brault and Coach Rowe for making this possible! Go Big Red!!! @ExeterHoop @MiddlesexMagic @Bedford_NH_BVBB
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