New York State Class C Final Four-Standout Players

The high school girls' basketball season in New York officially came to an end with the crowning of state champions at Hudson Valley Community College's McDonough Center in Troy. Some of the best basketball played came at the small-school level in Class C, where Frewsburg finished off back-to-back titles. Here is a recap of some of the standout players in the competitive division.    Frewsburg was electric in leading her team to their second consecutive Class C state championship. In the championship game win over Greenwich, with her team trailing 18-5 after a quarter, she took over. Trocki scored 12 points in the second quarter and finished with a stat line of 26 points, six assists, five rebounds, two steals, and two blocked shots. Trocki scored 20 points in the semifinals against Delaware Valley. A junior, Trocki is already one of the top players in New York. She is an outstanding shooter, especially from 3-point range. Trocki is a strong defender and rebounder. She can beat defenders off the dribble and score at will. She is simply a complete player.     Jaden Jimerson is a freshman guard for Frewsburg who will only get better. Jimerson played a crucial role in her team's Class C state title run. She scored 10 points in the championship game, many coming at important moments. She delivered 12 points in the semifinal contest. Jimerson's strength is her ability to get to the cup and finish. She is fearless when driving the lane. Jimerson is an intelligent player for her age. She understands how to move without the ball to get open for easy opportunities. It is going to be fun to watch Jimerson develop in the future.      Brooke Kuzmch was incredible again in the Class State Final Four, but her team came up just a little short. Kuzmich concluded her legendary career with a double-double of 14 points and 12 rebounds in the finale. She added 18 points in the semifinal game. Kuzmich's graduation will be the end of an era for local basketball fans who have followed her brilliant career. She has been a prolific player. Kuzmich is a great shooter from every spot on the floor and is an especially effective shooter from beyond the arc. Kuzmich can drive to the basket equally well with either hand and can pull up for a short jumper on a dime. She is a superb ballhandler with outstanding court vision and passing ability. Kuzmich makes every player around her better.     Like her twin sister Jordan, Bailee Wolfe also has a major impact on Greenwich, reaching the state championship game. Bailee netted a team-high 15 points in the title game and eight in the semifinals. Bailee can score at all three levels. She can step out and hit the 3-point shot, connect in the midrange, or score off the dribble. Her range from beyond the arc is unlimited. Bailee is a strong finisher inside, especially on putbacks after offensive rebounds. Bailee is also a solid defender and rebounder.     [player_tooltip player_id='866546' first='Jordan' last='Wolfe'] was vital in Greenwich's advancement to the state championship game. Wolfe poured in 21 points in the Witches' semifinal win over Tuckahoe. She hit a pair of free throws in the final seconds to seal the win for her team. Jordan is a force under the basket and very difficult to contain on the block because of her outstanding footwork. Jordan can drive to the basket from anywhere on the floor. What makes her extra special is her ability to step out and shoot from behind the arc. She is a sound post defender and a very good rebounder as well.     Winning the Class C state championship was especially to Abery Harvey of Frewsburg. The only senior in the lineup, Harvey, not only performed well but also showed off her leadership skills. Harvey scored 13 points in the title game and 13 in the semifinals. Harvey is a lethal shooter around the painted area. Harvey has a soft shooting touch from the midrange. If defenders play her close, Harvey can take them to the basket with either hand. Her length makes her a strong defender, especially in the lane. Harvey is also an excellent rebounder.     Manginelli did everything in her power to try to lead Tuckahoe to the state championship round, even though the Tigers came up short against Greenwich. Manginelli scored 21 points for her team in the Class C state semifinals. Manginelli can score, but perhaps the most impressive part of her game is her ability to distribute the ball to teammates. Manginelli is a great 3-point shooter with deep range. She can get to the basket off the dribble to score inside. Manginelli is also an aggressive defender and rebounds better than her size would suggest. Only a sophomore, Manginelli has a very bright future.     Olivia Davis often plays in the shadow of [player_tooltip player_id='878886' first='Brooke' last='Kuzmich'] and the Wolfe twins, but she has been an integral part of Greewnich's success. Davis scored 13 points in the Class C state championship game. A strong power forward, Davis is highly skilled at muscling her way to the basket from the low post. When Davis catches the ball deep on the block, she is impossible to contain. She also has a smooth touch from the midrange and can extend her range to behind the arc on occasion. Davis is a dominant rebounder and solid post defender.

The high school girls' basketball season in New York officially came to an end with the crowning of state champions at Hudson Valley Community College's McDonough Center in Troy. Some of the best basketball played came at the small-school level in Class C, where Frewsburg finished off back-to-back titles. Here is a recap of some of the standout players in the competitive division.