NYSSWA All-Stars From Section 2 Who Return in 26-27 Class AAA

The New York State Sportswriters Association recently announced its New York all-star teams for 2026. Several players from Section 2 were selected at the various levels. Many of the all-stars are seniors who will move on to the college ranks. However, several talented underclassmen will return in 2026-2027. In Class AAA, the scary part for the rest of Section 2 is that three of the underclassmen all-stars play for Shaker. Here is a look at some of the NYSSWA all-stars from Section 2 who will return next season in Class AAA.    [player_tooltip player_id='1276537' first='Malia' last='Jackson'] was named to the NYSSWA second team. Jackson is a 6-foot-2 center/power forward for Shaker who was a News Channel 13 All-Star and the Times Union Player of the Year for large schools. Jackson averaged 16.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.1 steals, and 0.9 blocks per game. Jackson is a powerful player who is a handful to defend in the post. She is a workhorse on the boards who produces a double-double every night. Jackson has a soft shooting touch and is a nearly automatic finisher around the basket. Jackson is also an outstanding defender in the paint.     [player_tooltip player_id='1862660' first='Jayla' last='Geter'] was selected as a NYSSWA fifth-team all-star. Geter was the motor who made Shaker run during their successful season. Geter is the prototypical point guard. She dished out four assists per contest for the Blue Bison, but she can also score when needed. She averaged 10.4 points and 1.7 steals per game. Geter is an outstanding perimeter shooter, knocking down 38 3-pointers on the season. Geter's range is unlimited, often knocking down 3-pointers from several feet behind the line. She is an elite ball-handler who can break down defenses and set up teammates for easy buckets. She is especially impressive in transition, where her speed allows her to run away from opponents for easy points. Geter's foot quickness makes her a solid defensive player     [player_tooltip player_id='1154051' first='Sofia' last='Lanni'] is the third Shaker Blue Bison to be named all-state. Lanni was named a NYSSWA seventh-team all-star. Lanni averaged 10.3 points, 6.1 rebounds, 3.2 steals, and 1.8 steals per game. Lanni is a multi-faceted player with a full arsenal of skills. She is very good at getting to the basket off the dribble. When the defense is drawn to her, Lanni uses her high basketball IQ and keen court awareness to make all the correct decisions. Lanni runs the floor well to score in transition. She is a stellar rebounder and defender.     [player_tooltip player_id='862022' first='Ella' last='Trimarchi'] of Colonie was selected as a NYSSWA tenth-team all-star. Trimarchi averaged 12 points a game this season. She also hauled down five rebounds and dished out three assists per contest. Trimarchi is known for her high basketball IQ. Simply put, she understands how to play the game. Trimarchi uses a strong first step to navigate around defenders to get to the basket. She is also a very good shooter from beyond the arc and in the midrange. Trimarchi has a very high motor and plays with 100 percent effort at all times. Trimarchi helps her team win in ways that don't always show up in the stat sheet. She is a solid defender and rebounder.     [player_tooltip player_id='968000' first='Kailey' last='Weber'] of Shenendehowa received honorable mention from the NYSSWA. Weber is an extremely talented sophomore whom I anticipate will move quickly up the rankings over the next two years. Weber is a versatile player who can excel from multiple spots on the floor. Weber is an outstanding outside shooter with unlimited range. She often knocks down shots near the midcourt logo. Weber can score off the dribble with both the right and left hands. She understands how to move without the ball, which creates easy scoring opportunities in the paint, where she is a consistent finisher. Weber is a savvy defender fueled by her keen anticipation. Her size and length make her outstanding on the boards.

The New York State Sportswriters Association recently announced its New York all-star teams for 2026. Several players from Section 2 were selected at the various levels. Many of the all-stars are seniors who will move on to the college ranks. However, several talented underclassmen will return in 2026-2027. In Class AAA, the scary part for the rest of Section 2 is that three of the underclassmen all-stars play for Shaker. Here is a look at some of the NYSSWA all-stars from Section 2 who will return next season in Class AAA.