Impact Players From 2026 NEPSAC Title Teams

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The NEPSAC championship round took place yesterday at Nobles and it was some of the most intense basketball watched so far. Below a few of the most impactful players from the champion's side are being discussed. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Through Mach 9th, new users can unlock full access to all coverage, rankings and recruiting resources for FREE</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["483912"],"_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-69af5f3781a3b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='483912' first='Madison' last='Benigni'] (2027) | PG | HH </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Madison has been raved about all season long and for good reason. Her stately playmaking was unmistakable, but it was her leadership that stood out in this championship game. Madison controlled the pace plus she showed up as the ideal floor general, helping conduct teammates in the right fashion. It's incredible production when that same player is hitting the big shots to seal the win too. Benigni was so deserving of the MVP honors. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1598975"],"_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-69af5f3781a85"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1598975' first='Andrea' last='Crump'] (2027) | Wing | HH </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The defensive monster hindered the plans of the opposing team's better offensive players and challenged scorers with an energetic spirit. The athleticism along with constant activity made her a player that's worthy of mention.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1249716"],"_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-69af5f3781ac9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1249716' first='Chloe' last='O'Brien'] (2027) | PG | Berkshire </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The reliance, balance plus presence shown from O'Brien all came into play which helped Berkshire get the comeback victory in this championship game. Her teammates needed the steadiness Chloe provided and she was absolutely a connective piece in this one. The timely playmaking was invaluable to get this championship win. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["355180"],"_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-69af5f3781b09"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='355180' first='Ella' last='Smith'] (2026) | CG | Berwick </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Smith had nearly 30 points and was nearly unstoppable getting clean looks off. Ella made it her point to dominant even with the heavy defensive attention. She wasn't just impressive in the scoring department, Smith also provided crucial rebounding in this championship bout too. Ella was the game's MVP. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["422279"],"_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-69af5f3781b49"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Ava Curto (2026) | Wing | SHG </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Curto was key in getting SHG the championship win this year. In the final matchup, Ava's experience came into play early on. She never seemed like the moment was too big for her and that poise was infectious to other teammates. Curto exerted herself in ways that characterizes exactly what a champion is. She was so deserving of hoisting the trophy. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1255923"],"_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-69af5f3781b8d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1255923' first='Sammie' last='King'] (2029) | CG | Berkshire </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>King knocked down a shot that may've injected her team with the lift it needed to squeak out a comeback win. The freshman has been showing up in big moments all year, but there's none bigger than the shot she hit yesterday.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1255856"],"_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-69af69b161663"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1255856' first='Dior' last='Dobere'] (2028) | CG | Darrow </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Of course, it took a team effort to come out on top vs Worcester, but it was Dior's resourcefulness alongside the stellar coaching that helped seal the deal. Dobere was scrappy on defense plus she was able to lead the squad in double-digit scoring. The '28 guard showed exactly what she was made of in this one. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->