3 PHS standouts earn all ECC honors
The Putnam High School Clippers boys’ basketball team placed three players on the All-ECC All-Star teams this season, highlighting a strong year for the program as it heads into the state tournament with an 11-9 record. 
Sophomore Camden Kell and freshman TJ Espinosa were both named to the All-ECC First Team, while senior Nick Devlin earned Second Team All-ECC honors. 
Kell’s selection marks his second consecutive First Team All-ECC honor, an impressive accomplishment for the sophomore guard. Kell numbers this season are 18 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks per game.  Kell recorded two double-doubles this season.  Head Coach Shawn Deary said, “Camden has had quite a start for his high school basketball career. Second year in a row being named all-league first team player. Camden is a super athletic lefty that can really score the ball.”
TJ Espinosa turned in one of the most remarkable freshman seasons in program history. He led the Clippers with 23 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals per game.  Espinosa is at the top of the state shooting 85 percent from the free throw line.  Espinosa recorded five double-doubles and also had a quadruple double and consistently elevated the Clippers’ offensive production throughout the season.  Deary said “Espinosa arguably might have had the greatest freshman season in Putnam high school basketball history. He has brought our team to another level this year and can’t wait to see what the future holds.”
Senior Nick Devlin got the Second Team nod after an outstanding final season. Devlin averages 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists per game and is shooting nearly 50 percent from the field. He tallied six double-doubles and anchored the team defensively. Deary said, “Almost averaging a double double. Is one of our strongest defenders as well. He has had a heck of a four-year career for the Clippers.” Devlin also was awarded the ECC Scholar athlete award for his outstanding work in the classroom.
Sophomore Caleb LaFrance was awarded the team’s Sportsmanship Award. LaFrance started for the Clippers for the majority of the season before a knee injury in January. LaFrance is known for his toughness and defensive presence.  He is focused on making a strong comeback entering his junior year.

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