Garden State to Empire State: Players You Need to Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From New Jersey to New York, here are 5 players that have been excelling in their play that you need to know about</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["789189"],"_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-69bb2be6128ea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Brooke led her team to an impressive 29-2 record and a top-three ranking, reaching the Non-Public A South semifinals in one of the toughest brackets this season. She averaged a career-high 16.8 points per game and surpassed 1,000 career points while also winning a Camden County Championship. She shoots the ball well from three, consistently hitting timely shots, and quickly gets back on defense without hesitation. She also keeps her head up in transition, advancing the ball to teammates for easy opportunities.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1262071"],"_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-69bb2be612951"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kassidy made an immediate impact in her true freshman season, helping her team to a 24-5 record and a No. 3 seed, setting a school record for wins. She totaled 355 points, 136 steals, 100 assists, and 95 rebounds. She has a tight, controlled handle and protects the ball well when attacking the basket. Her shiftiness and change of pace make her difficult to guard, and she can create space off the dribble to knock down three-point shots.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["914274"],"_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-69bb2be612999"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Avery earned Shore Conference All-Division B North Third Team honors while helping her team win a division title and capture a sectional championship for the first time in over a decade. She attacks the paint under control and makes smart kick-out passes when defenses collapse. Defensively, she is a tenacious on-ball presence, picking up opponents early and making it difficult for them to initiate offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["559069"],"_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-69bb2be6129da"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jordyn capped off her high school career by leading her team to three straight state championships. She averaged 14 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, showcasing her all-around impact. She attacks the basket with strength, embracing contact to finish through defenders, and is also a reliable three-point shooter who can score off the catch or dribble. Around the rim, she uses strong footwork and touch to finish in multiple ways.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1278339"],"_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-69bb2be612a18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Maddie had a strong sophomore season, averaging 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists while helping her team reach the Section 1 Class A Final Four. She plays fast in transition, using long strides to push the ball up the court. She operates well off ball screens, stepping into pull-up shots from both three and the mid-range. Her shifty handle allows her to beat defenders quickly and attack the basket with confidence.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->