Returning Steals Leaders in Non-Public A and B

Offense may come and go but defense is forever! And you know what they say… defense wins championships! These hoopers were locked in from start to finish last season and look to continue picking pockets and show off their defensive prowess.   [player_tooltip player_id='406947' first='Nina' last='Emnace'] | Trinity Hall   138 steals in 28 games; 4.9 spg   The Harvard commit has a knack for turning opponents at a rapid pace. Her stellar defense helped Trinity Hall hold most opponents to under 35 points per game last season and make an appearance in the South Jersey Non-Public A quarterfinals. 400 steals for her career is well within striking distance before her senior season wraps.   [player_tooltip player_id='325183' first='Dagny' last='Slomack'] | Newark Academy   128 steals in 27 games; 4.7 spg   Dagny's lockdown defense was crucial to Newark Academy's success last season as they achieved a first place finish in the SEC-Liberty with an 11-1 record. With a relentless pursuit of the ball and incredibly active hands, it's no surprise that she gave ball-handlers headaches and fits. In addition to eclipsing 1,000 career points, Dagny has a good chance at recording 400 steals before the season and ultimately, her career, winds down.   [player_tooltip player_id='601402' first='Lena' last='Most'] | Dwight-Englewood   100 steals in 24 games; 4.2 spg   Lena burst onto the high school scene and made her impact on defense felt from the very first game. As the season progressed, she went on to record double-figure steals in two games on her way to 100 total. As Year 2 is set to begin, she has a chance to build on her numbers and tally another 100 steals by the time playoffs near.   [player_tooltip player_id='414347' first='Jasmin' last='McKay'] | Roselle Catholic   102 steals in 26 games; 3.9 spg   Jasmin's execution on defense is impressive, to say the least. Excellent lateral movement and scrappy hands makes for a ton of steals swiped. She enters her junior year with her eyes set on 300 steals by February as she continues to add to her legacy at Roselle Catholic.   [player_tooltip player_id='488859' first='Celeste' last='Harper'] | Holy Angels   91 steals in 27 games; 3.4 spg   Celeste's stellar defense was crucial in Holy Angels' compiling one of their best records in over five seasons (17-10). Being tenacious and applying stifling ball pressure, she forced turnovers and converted disciplined defense to quick hitting offense. She more than doubled her total steals from her sophomore year to her junior year and at this rate, has a chance to reach 250 for her career.   [player_tooltip player_id='333302' first='Mia' last='Pauldo'] | Morris Catholic   91 steals in 28 games; 3.3 spg   Mia is known for being a shifty, shake-and-bake ball-handler with a loaded offensive arsenal. However, she is an established two-way player with elite defense and scrappy tendencies. She ignites the fast break with her quick hands and reflexes and causes a world of trouble for opponents. She has a chance to eclipse 300 career steals by the time playoffs roll around in February.   [player_tooltip player_id='559820' first='Addy' last='Platt'] | Pope John   95 steals in 30 games; 3.2 spg   Addison splashed onto the scene as a freshman and quickly established herself as one of the state's best players regardless of Class. Her defensive prowess was one to marvel at, as she used her length and reach to disrupt passing lanes, block shots and pick pockets. With her sophomore season set to begin, she is likely to eclipse 200 career steals and continue taking Pope John to new heights.   [player_tooltip player_id='325201' first='Mikayla' last='Blakes'] | Rutgers Prep   97 steals in 30 games; 3.2 spg   She can score it in droves but also applies incredible pressure on defense and rack up steals in rapid succession. One of the nation's best players in the Class of 2024, Mikayla is relentless on both sides of the ball, possessing a sharp basketball acumen and elite anticipatory skills. By the time her stellar career winds down in February, she is likely to have reach 350 steals and further cement her legacy as one of the best to ever play at Prep.   [player_tooltip player_id='488858' first='Samantha' last='Serrano'] | Holy Angels   85 steals in 27 games; 3.1 spg   Samantha is equal parts juggernaut on offense as she is menace on defense. She prides herself on playing aggressive, yet disciplined defense as evidenced by Holy Angels holding most opponents to under 35 points per game. She is closing in on 200 steals for her career which she should reach by the time playoffs roll around.   [player_tooltip player_id='488768' first='Savannah' last='Prescott'] | Our Lady of Mercy Academy   84 steals in 27 games; 3.1 spg   For the last three seasons, Savannah has been OLMA's do-it-all superstar, stuffing stat sheets game after game, especially steals. Her tenacity on defense helped OLMA hold opponents under 30 points in eleven games last season. Now a senior, she will look to reach 300 steals before her high school hoops career winds down in February.

Offense may come and go but defense is forever! And you know what they say… defense wins championships! These hoopers were locked in from start to finish last season and look to continue picking pockets and show off their defensive prowess.