Who Was Named RI’s Preseason Player Of The Year?

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Earlier in the month a poll was casted that mentioned handful of RI's top players. The community has spoken and the results are in. It was a close race with the lead changing a few times in the beginning. [player_tooltip player_id='967279' first='Gyselle' last='Mairs'] ultimately ends up taking home the crown. The Portsmouth star's recognition is well deserved and this season should be a tremendous one for her. Goodluck to all the players included here, their dominance is highly awaited.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Use code&nbsp;MBG30&nbsp;for 30% off your first purchase of any subscription</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://poll.fm/16215783","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"crowdsignal","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-crowdsignal wp-block-embed-crowdsignal"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://poll.fm/16215783 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["967279"],"_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-692cf056ac73b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='967279' first='Gyselle' last='Mairs'] (2027) | 5'6 PG | Portsmouth </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>From first watch, it was clear how dynamically talented Mairs is. She's a force multiplier that pierces the defense with her big play ability. There're not many in the state that have the influence she does, so it's no surprise Gyselle has been named Rhode Island's Preseason Player of the Year.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["483913"],"_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-692cf056ac7d3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='483913' first='Lauren' last='Bousquet'] (2026) | 5'10 PF | Moses Brown </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bousquet needs no introduction. She's a player that's known statewide and has been one of the more intriguing forward talents in the entire region for some time. The reigning Gatorade Player of the Year is looking to go out with a bang this season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["922619"],"_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-692cf056ac854"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='922619' first='Delaney' last='Bonneau'] (2027) | 5'10 SG/PG | Narragansett </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bonneau is a very well-rounded talent that produces consistently. The height, agility, finishing ability, defensive anticipation and competitive drive are all standout features. Delaney has all the tools to take that next leap as a regional star. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["496149"],"_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-692cf056ac8cf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='496149' first='Kyla' last='Buco'] (2026) | 5'7 SG | Cranston </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Buco made a significant splash last year and is expected to have a major impact in her senior campaign. The big shot-maker has serious range plus she's the type to catch fire easily. There's no wonder why Kyla brings such high expectations. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["335478"],"_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-692cf056ac94c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='335478' first='Sarah' last='Berube'] (2026) | 5'6 SG | Lincoln School </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sarah has provided Lincoln consistent bigtime games for some time. The top tier shooting talent is already in the record books and with another expected sizable season, Berube can further her legacy even farther. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->