Girls Basketball: Note-Worthy Standouts

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Check out 5 players from around New England who are worth taking time to watch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["307563"],"_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-69c69ff97abad"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sammie was recently named NHBCO Division 1 Player of the Year and is committed to Bryant, capping off a dominant season. In a recent outing, she posted 16 points, 9 rebounds, 4 blocks, and 4 assists while shooting efficiently. She attacks the basket with force, using her strength to create space, and pairs that with solid footwork around the rim. Sammie also does a great job kicking out to open teammates and uses her length effectively to finish over defenders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["449583"],"_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-69c69ff97ac19"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Serenity earned Class AAA Defensive Player of the Year honors for the second straight season, consistently taking on the challenge of guarding the opposing team's best post player. She averaged 10 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game, anchoring her team defensively with toughness and effort. Serenity's impact extends to both ends of the floor, and her physical presence makes her a difference-maker. She is committed to St. John's.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["481360"],"_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-69c69ff97ac64"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Jaelynn is a true point guard who balances scoring and playmaking at a high level, consistently getting to her spots while setting up teammates. After earning all-state honors and finishing top five in the state in made threes at Moses Brown, she is now gearing up for AAU play with BCRI. She's also coming back strong from an ACL injury and already impressed in the first live period, averaging 16 points per game on 60% shooting.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1605183"],"_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-69c69ff97aca5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Mollie had an outstanding season, averaging 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists while shooting 44% from the field and 40% from three. She earned a spot in the 2026 Big Time Hoops All-Star Game and consistently showcased her ability to score efficiently. Mollie gets to the rim quickly with controlled dribbles, uses her length to rise over defenders in the mid-range, and brings relentless hustle, especially when chasing down loose balls.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1758584"],"_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-69c69ff97ace6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Shannon played a key role in her team's success, helping lead Bishop Feehan to a 20-5 record, a CCL championship, and a Division 1 Final Four appearance while earning league all-star honors. She will continue her development with the Bay State Jaguars National GUAA team this AAU season. Shannon is effective in the dunker spot, where she can knock down short jumpers or finish strong at the rim.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->