Class of 2023: Stock Risers, Part 2
This is the second part of a two-part series breaking down some of the stock risers in the Class of 2023. There are many freshmen who have emerged as stars in year one but there are plenty more that will…
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Continue ReadingThis is the second part of a two-part series breaking down some of the stock risers in the Class of 2023. There are many freshmen who have emerged as stars in year one but there are plenty more that will be heard of this season.
Ally Sweeney Ally Sweeney 5'8" | SG Sparta | 2023 State NJ | Sparta
Sweeney burst onto the scene as a freshman. She hit the ground running once she entered Sparta. She is a do it all player that can fill up a stat sheet. Sweeney averaged 12.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. She brought a certain consistency to Sparta. Sweeney is a smart player that a team wants running their offense for years to come.
Gabby Loftin Gabby Loftin 5'8" | SG Florence | 2023 State NJ | Sparta
Loftin averaged 13.9 points per game as a freshman. She was one of Sparta’s main options on the offensive end. She was not much of a shooter but her ability to get inside and score around the rim is impressive at a young age. She has a soft touch and can finish among traffic. Loftin will develop a stronger jump shot which will take her game to the next level. Right now, she is extremely productive and someone that can lead an offense.
Maddie Branigan Maddie Branigan 6'0" | PF St. Dominic | 2023 State NJ | St. Dominic
Branigan is another player that is right on the cusp of under-the-radar and star. the 6’0 forward was productive for St. Dominic from game one. She finished in double-figures in 21 of 26 games during her first season. Branigan was a double-double threat every night averaging 14.6 points and 8.7 rebounds per contest. She will perfect her post moves over the next couple years which will make her a high prospect. She can play many positions and fits in well on the perimeter as well as down low.
Gabriella Ross Gabriella Ross 5'7" | SG Donovan Catholic | 2023 State NJ | Manchester Township
Ross has the luxury of playing on one of the top teams in New Jersey. She has teammates in the grades above her that team lead and teach. This will help Ross for the upcoming years, even though she is already a solid prospect. Ross averaged just under 10 points per game this season but her game was versatile. She knocked down 30 three’s and was a fighter on the inside when rebounding. Ross is an impressive talent that will take a noticeable step as a sophomore.
Gabby Recinto Gabby Recinto 5'10" | SF Cherokee | 2023 State NJ | Cherokee
Recinto is part of a Cherokee team that can make some noise next season. They have talented upperclassmen, beginning with Alexa Therien Alexa Therien 6'1" | SF Cherokee | 2021 State NJ . Recinto has a chance to turn into a difference maker on the perimeter. She is a shooting threat that can get inside using her quickness. Cherokee is full of weapons and Recinto will turn into one of their main ones.