NJSIAA Tournament: X-Factors in Group 2 Around The State
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We look at players who aren’t necessarily the “star” players on their respective teams, but can impact a game in a major way. If foul trouble plagues the star player(s), these x-factors can help seal the win for their team…
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Continue ReadingWe look at players who aren’t necessarily the “star” players on their respective teams, but can impact a game in a major way. If foul trouble plagues the star player(s), these x-factors can help seal the win for their team whether its with stats or perhaps the intangibles that don’t necessarily show up on the box score.
McKenzie provides Middle Township with an added layer or toughness and grit. Her stellar defense creates the opportunities to snag some steals. Her perimeter game can be problematic for the defense because if she gets hot from 3, it can spell trouble for the opponent.
The sophomore guard is lightning quick on the court and will wear out her defender. She can beat opponents down the court with the dribble and lay it in for an easy 2-point basket. She’s added nice range to her game and can shoot it nicely from 3.
At 6’3″, Holmdel’s Mackenzie Teevan Mackenzie Teevan 6’4″ | PF Holmdel | 2025 State NJ is intimidating and imposing on the hardwood. She can alter and deflect shots with ease. She has excellent positioning in the low post which creates rebounding opportunities on both ends of the court.
Erin Reid
Erin Reid
Erin is an excellent defender who makes scoring tough for whoever she guards. Not only is she quick with the dribble, but effective in scoring. She plays much bigger than her 5’9″ frame as she can soar to grab rebounds over much taller players.
Sadie O’Donnell
Sadie O’Donnell
Sadie can be absolutely lethal from the perimeter. Once she finds her stroke, the 3-pointers can come in flurries. She creates transition-scoring opportunities with her pressure defense.
Brooke Reinecker
Brooke Reinecker
Senior leadership is something invaluable to a program. She gives this Verona squad a spark on the offense, defense & from the bench. She is the glue of this team.
Katie Lynn is equal parts good on offense and on defense. Her rebounding abilities are put on full display night in & night out. She creates valuable second chance scoring opportunities with her rebounding and her ability to swipe the opponent and get the steal.
Sadie Willis
Sadie Willis
If small but mighty was a basketball player, it would be Sadie Willis. Lightning quick and explosive steps to the basket. She does a great job of maneuvering her way to the rim for the foul opportunity.
Samantha “Sami” Casey
Samantha “Sami” Casey
Sami is a versatile player who can post up, or take it off the dribble or catch and shoot from the perimeter. She has excellent court awareness and her long frame makes it perfect to gather rebounds or block and alter shots.
Emma gives this Glen Rock program a nice spark. She has a high basketball IQ and her senior leadership and guidance is very important for this young team.