October 10, 2026

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Wayne, NJ

The Expo: New Jersey

Name: The Expo: New Jersey
Start: 2026-10-10T15:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-10-10T19:00:00-05:00

Price

$149.99 /player

Time

3:00PM - 7:00PM

Location

1 Pal Dr

Ages

2027-2030

Gender

Boys

Why Choose Prep Hoops?

Competition

With a highly competitive field of the state’s top players in one gym, our showcases ensure age-specific matchups for optimal competition and easy evaluation opportunities.

Coverage

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What to Expect

Schedule

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Check-In

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

3v3 Games

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

5v5 Games

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Check-In

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

3v3 Games

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

5v5 Games

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Your Event Director

Venue: Wayne Police Athletic League

Van Johnson started his first season as the Women's Basketball Head Coach in 2022. Johnson comes to the Florham Campus after five years at Saint Elizabeth University.

The 2023-24 season went in the right direction when Coach Johnson coached the Devils to an 11-13 season that was tied for a third best season turnaround in all of Division III athletics. For the second year in a row, Johnson had the conference's leading scorer on his squad with Neysa Aguilar averaging 20.3 points (19.2 in conference) en route to being named MAC Freedom Rookie of the Year and Second Team All-MAC Freedom.

Johnson's first season was in the transition stage during this time. In the 2022-23 season, one student-athlete, Abigail Rodriguez was named to the All-MAC Freedom Honorable Mention team. She was also the leading scorer of the conference with 16.6 points per game as a first-year.

Johnson, who brings over 30 years of coaching and recruiting experience to FDU-Florham, served as the Head Coach for Saint Elizabeth from 2020-22 as well as Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator from 2017-20. Over the course of those five seasons, Johnson helped the Eagles to 45 wins, including 19 victories during the 2019-20 season, a year that saw Saint Elizabeth reach the championship game of the Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) Tournament.

At Villa Walsh, Johnson coached 12 Academic All-Conference student-athletes, 14 student-athletes who earned All-Conference honors and produced five straight winning seasons.

COACHING EXPERIENCE
Head Women's Basketball Coach, Fairleigh Dickinson University (2022-Present)
Head Women's Basketball Coach, Saint Elizabeth University (2020-2022)
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach/Recruiting Coordinator, Saint Elizabeth University (2017-2020)
Head Women's Basketball Coach, Villa Walsh Academy (2015-2022)
Head Women's Basketball Coach, Parsippany Hills High School (2013-2015)
Assistant Women's Basketball Coach, Morris Catholic High School (2011-2013)
Co-Founder/Recruiting Coordinator, New Jersey Panthers

HONORS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
One CSAC Postseason Tournament appearance
Two All-MAC Conference selections
2023-24 MAC Freedom Rookie of the Year
2023-24 ECAC Rookie of the Year
2024-25 MAC Freedom Rookie of the Year

PLAYING CAREER
Played football for four years at Montclair State University (1984-1988)

EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a double minor in Pre-Law and Public Administration from Montclair State University

Van Johnson

Event Director

Venues

Wayne Police Athletic League

Ages: Class of 2027-2030
View Address

1 Pal Dr, Wayne, NJ 07470, USA

Scouts and Media

Ralph Jean-Francois

Prep Hoops Scout

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Testimonials

Attending the Prep Hoops showcase was an exhilarating and unforgettable experience. As soon as I stepped into the gym, the buzzing energy of the event was palpable. I was immediately immersed in a world of sheer athleticism and talent, surrounded by passionate players and die-hard basketball enthusiasts alike. The atmosphere was electric as every participant showcased their skills, leaving the audience in awe with their breathtaking dunks, precise ball handling, and lightning-fast footwork. The level of competition was intense, pushing me to raise my own game. Throughout the showcase, I had the opportunity to connect with other players and coaches, exchanging tips and tricks to improve my technique. The event not only fostered my love for the game but also, inspired me to continue honing my skills and pursue my basketball dreams.I want to attend more showcases as I move forward in my basketball journey.

Carter Brunson Brown

Player

Prep Hoops Freshman showcase was a game-changer for me. It was great exposure and the feedback from Prep Hoops scouts has helped me focus on what I need to work on to be the best at my role and improve my chances of being a college basketball player. The coaches, refs, and scouts did a great job providing us with instruction, exposure and feedback.

Brody Little

Player

My son raves about anything Prep Hoops is involved in, and the Top 250 Expo was no different. It was very well organized, and very well run, and the coaches were all high-level. We sign up for anything and everything that Prep Hoops is involved in locally - you all just know how to do it right. My son attended another local showcase two weeks ago and it wasn't even close to being on the same level as yours; in fact, it was a total waste of money. Please keep doing what you are doing for all of these kids. Appreciate all you do!

Rick Harris

Parent

We are not usually fans of camps because it brings out ball hogs and bad basketball with selfish players not playing the game the right way. This camp was different though... It was very refreshing because more times than not these types of camps seem more like money grabs rather than an actual benefit to the real talent attending them. PH made sure to put on a real showcase where top talent could be evaluated the right way.

Parent of Jaden Scales

Parent

The Prep Hoops Freshman Showcase experience was first class and well organized. The participants were given a fair and equal opportunity to showcase their skills against the other top 9th graders in the state, and if they made their mark on the court, the coverage was there to catch it all. The knowledgeable coaches kept the energy high on the court, and the basketball was fun to watch for everyone there.

Glenn Bridges

Parent

I had a great time at the showcase. It was fun playing with different teammates than I usually play with. It was also fun playing against new competition and playing so many games in 1 day. That was my second time going to this showcase and it was even better than last years.

Jackson Green

Player

Prior to this year, he had flown under the radar even though he was an outstanding player. [Scout Jon] Gilbert recognized this talent last summer at player camps and ran some very nice pieces about Andy. That recognition served as the final piece in helping Andy receive an athletic scholarship to play Div. II Basketball at Lake Superior State University. Mr. Gilbert's recognition of Andy was vitally important given that recruiting is restricted currently and coaches have to take a little bit of a chance in extending offers.

Parent of Andy Soma

Parent

We think our son works pretty hard, but it is always nice when others notice. He currently has an offer from Mercyhurst and there are others that have been contacting him on a regular basis. I believe that your articles have helped that process.

Parent of Aidan Reichert

Parent

I have been very impressed with Prep Hoops. They have stood out as the leading media outlet for high school basketball in our state. Our son played on one of the top-ranked teams in Colorado and Prep Hoops went above and beyond to recognize players when local media coverage was few and far between. Thank you all for the non-stop coverage. Prep Hoops is definitely worth the subscription! We also appreciated the camp that provided an opportunity to compete against other players.

Parent of Noah Hellem

Parent

Prep hoops was a great way to compare myself to other great basketball players to see what I need to work on to make my game shine.

Thatcher Lee

Player

Attending the Sophomore ID Camp was a great experience for me. I got to compete against some of the best players in Florida and see how my game measures up. The camp pushed me to perform at a high level while also teaching me what I need to improve. What I value most is the exposure and feedback I received—it makes my recruitment journey clearer and helps me focus on my goals. Without Prep Network, players like me would miss out on opportunities to showcase our talents, get noticed, and keep getting better.

Johnas Maurice II

Player

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Player