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5 Returning Rising Stars That Could Help Shape Next Season

5 Returning Rising Stars That Could Help Shape Next Season
Mikol Blake-Green
Mikol Blake-Green March 26, 2026 @ 08:16 PM
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Marron Nerney
Marron Nerney SF | 2027
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Rihanna Loum Smith
Rihanna Loum Smith 6'5" | C | 2027
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Gabriella Silva
Gabriella Silva SF | 2028
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Olivia Faria
Olivia Faria 5'8" | CG | 2027
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Gianna Neri
Gianna Neri 5'10" | SG/SF | 2027
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<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Who are some considerable returning players that could cause a stir next season? The 5 rising star names listed below are likely to put the region on notice. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code&nbsp;MBG30&nbsp;for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["815170"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69c5d91a34d0f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='815170' first='Gianna' last='Neri'] (2027) | Wing | PS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Neri can play many roles well and that's going to be so powerful for Pomfret as she'll be preprepared for whatever is asked of her. At her core, she's a considerable outside shooter that's accurate while being stationary or moving. However, her development in areas such as finishing around the rim and consistent defensive activity put Gianna in a new light. Neri is a player that can make some noise next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["968022"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69c5d91a34d94"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='968022' first='Olivia' last='Faria'] (2027) | CG | DHS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It's not hard to see why Faria's so well-liked; her game is easy to adore. With her having more responsibility and willing to carry the weight, next season should be a significant one for her. The deceptive creation along with some very skilled shot-making abilities will be on full display. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1546810"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69c5d91a34df8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1546810' first='Marron' last='Nerney'] (2027) | Wing | PHS</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Nerney was a surprise for many this season, but she shouldn't be by the next after reaping the many benefits of executing at a high-level. Marron will be looked upon to continue to provide stability, ramp up the production with more touches and just generally setting the tone early on so the state can know Ponganset is ready to make another run. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1050348"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69c5d91a34e55"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1050348' first='Rihanna' last='Loum Smith'] (2027) | C | CA</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Loum Smith has all the physical tools to be a dominant big. Next year she'll be looked upon to establish the atmosphere on both sides in her senior campaign. There's no question Rihanna is going to make considerable noise and she'll be one of the top bigs to watch next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["979236"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-69c5d91a34eb3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='979236' first='Gabriella' last='Silva'] (2028) | SF | BHS </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Gabby proved this year she has the clutch gene, hitting a couple of timely shots with time winding down in high stakes matchups. Through the season she was one of Biddeford's more consistent staples and although she did fill more of a complementary role, next year she'll be in prime position to make significant noise in the state of Maine. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

Who are some considerable returning players that could cause a stir next season? The 5 rising star names listed below are likely to put the region on notice.

Gianna Neri

Gianna Neri

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HEIGHT 5'10"
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CLASS 2027
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Pomfret School
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5 Returning Rising Stars That Could Help Shape Next Season
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State: New England
School: Pomfret School
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Olivia Faria

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CG
HEIGHT 5'8"
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CLASS 2027
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Olivia Faria (2027) | CG | DHS It’s not hard to see why Faria’s so well-liked; her game...
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State: New England
School: Dartmouth
Club: Team Providence Athletics
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Marron Nerney

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State: New England
School: Ponaganset
Club: Rhode Island Breakers
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Rihanna Loum Smith

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C
HEIGHT 6'5"
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CLASS 2027
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2027
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Concord Academy
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State: New England
School: Concord Academy
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Gabriella Silva

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Silva SF
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Club: Maine Firecrackers
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