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<p>Take a look at five standout performers from New Jersey, headlined by 2028 forward [player_tooltip player_id='981911' first='Nola' last='Bright'] of Franklin High School and the Books & Basketball Academy AAU program.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Nola will be playing for Books & Basketball Academy this AAU season and brings a polished, versatile scoring package. She's effective catching in the mid-range and facing up, while also showcasing a deep bag of post moves with her back to the basket. Nola finishes well around the rim with either hand and has the ability to step out, attack off the dribble, and get all the way to the basket from the perimeter.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Alivia, playing for [program_tooltip program_id='714664' first='Team' last='Sharp'] this AAU season, makes her impact felt with relentless effort on both ends. She's an aggressive defender who pressures the ball the full length of the court and never gives up on plays. Around the rim, she shows strong patience and footwork, staying balanced by playing off two feet. She also battles hard on the offensive glass, creating extra possessions for her team.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Eden had a strong showing at the New England Spring Showdown, setting the tone early for her season. She does a great job of drawing contact and consistently gets herself to the free throw line. Her strength makes her extremely difficult to box out, allowing her to dominate the boards. In transition, Eden plays fast and downhill, pushing the pace and creating scoring opportunities.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Grace is a strong finisher who uses her body well to shield defenders and convert around the rim. She has solid footwork, utilizing moves like euro steps to navigate traffic in the paint. Grace also reads the defense well, kicking the ball out to open teammates when help collapses. When left open, she's capable of stepping out and knocking down shots from beyond the arc.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Brianna stood out at the Tune Up tournament in Philadelphia with her ability to create offense. She has a tight handle that allows her to generate space off the dribble and get her shot off. Around the basket, she's shown the ability to use moves like spin moves to finish creatively. She also does a good job of drawing contact when attacking, earning trips to the free throw line.</p>
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Take a look at five standout performers from New Jersey, headlined by 2028 forward Nola BrightNolaBright
5'10" | SF
Franklin | 2028 StateNJ
of Franklin High School and the Books & Basketball Academy AAU program.
Nola will be playing for Books & Basketball Academy this AAU season and brings a polished, versatile scoring package. She's effective catching in the mid-range and facing up, while also showcasing a deep bag of post moves with her back…
Alivia, playing for Nola Bright Headlines NJ Standouts this AAU season, makes her impact felt with relentless effort on both ends. She's an aggressive defender who pressures the ball the full length of the court and never gives up on plays.…
Eden had a strong showing at the New England Spring Showdown, setting the tone early for her season. She does a great job of drawing contact and consistently gets herself to the free throw line. Her strength makes her extremely difficult to box out, allowing her to dominate the boards. In transition, Eden plays fast and downhill, pushing the pace and creating scoring opportunities.
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Grace is a strong finisher who uses her body well to shield defenders and convert around the rim. She has solid footwork, utilizing moves like euro steps to navigate traffic in the paint. Grace also reads the defense well, kicking the ball out to open teammates when help collapses. When left open, she's capable of stepping out and knocking down shots from beyond the arc.
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Brianna stood out at the Tune Up tournament in Philadelphia with her ability to create offense. She has a tight handle that allows her to generate space off the dribble and get her shot off. Around the basket, she's shown the ability to use moves like spin moves to finish creatively. She also does a good job of drawing contact when attacking, earning trips to the free throw line.
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