Now coaches these are just the D1 locks at NBS. But make no mistake there are about 10 projected other D1 players. But today we are focusing in on the locks. This class is loaded with gym rat and talent from top to bottom. Think about the number of none NBS D1 PLAYERS and you get the picture
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‘26 MADISON KOCIS- 6’0”- ST JOHN VIANNEY
✅Shore Conference POY type
✅Top 5 player in NJ
✅Elite shooter and post up guard
✅GYM RAT
✅Does the winning shit
College position – COMBO GUARD
Work Ethic– GYM RAT/ Always FOCUSED
College projection- P5 and IVY LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– Already Elite and next level. Can handle all traps and any type of pressure. Can be highly creative when called upon to do so. But always under control and makes next level decisions with the ball always.
Shooting–RANGE to 28 feet and highly efficient. Her shot selection is picture perfect. Never forces anything. Can shoot off any type screen. Her next level conditioning serves as a reminder of her work ethic
Finishing skills– She is by far the best post up guard in the state of NJ. Gets to the rim and finishes over bigger players with a variety of hooks, spins and crafty moves. She plays off two feet and is calm cool and collective always.
Overall Scoring ability- She is possibly the most efficient player in the state of New Jersey. She gets down hill with ease. Then punishes 2nd level defenders with her elite passing skills or ability to score. The shot selection is what coaches dream about.
Defensive Skill– She is long and strong at 6ft. She smothers smaller guards. She is quick with always active hands. She is elite and cat like in passing lanes. She is both physical and smart below the foul line. She is a next level rebounding guard
OVERALL– Right now this is the best player in the Shore Conference. Her college elite positional size makes her even more of a weapon. She is a Top 5 player in the state. Her improvement has been mind blowing. Now if you want scary, understand she is still growing and maturing physically. Her rise has been meteoric and die to her appetite for coaching and development. She is not chasing hype. She brings a winning personality and positive attitude. She is off the charts efficient both on and off the court. This is a player who does all the winning shit and more
‘26 ADDY NYMCHEK- 6’1” – RED BANK CATHOLIC
College position – BIG GUARD
Work Ethic– NEXT LEVEL
College projection- P5 and IVY LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– She is the Larry Bird of girls basketball. Her decision making has no match. Her passing is just mind blowing. She cannot be pressured because she sees the entire floor. She stops on the dime and reads traps before they happen
Shooting–She has range to 28 feet and never ever takes a bad shot. Her pull up game has no match in the state. She scores from every spot on the floor
Finishing skills–Again she is the best in the business. Her one foot fade away has no match. She cannot be stopped at the rim. She use both hands better than anyone in the state in traffic. She is an elite offensive rebounder. Her pivot moves and fakes are a thing of beauty.
Overall Scoring ability- There is nothing left to be said. She has the entire package. Trying to stop her in transition is a fantasy. Double team her and she will pick you apart. She is equally effective in the post of on the perimeter. She can give it to you anyway you like
Defensive Skill– She bury’s guards with her size and length. Her motor is as big as it gets. Deflections and tips are all part of her defensive profile. She can guards bigger players and small jitter bug type guards. She was first team All Defense in the Shore. That because she is a next level shot blocker as well
OVERALL– She begs to be coached hard. She has a team first attitude. She is beyond unselfish and a real teammate. She does not care about stats. She is a big shot and player maker on the big stages. Nobody plays harder or embraces criticism better. If politics do not come to play.. she will be a Mickey D All American. There is no doubt she is the best player in RBC history and she is just a junior. She will be in the State and Shore PLAYER OF THE TEAR CONVERSATION
‘26 GRACE CLOUD- 6’0”- CHATHAM HIGH SCHOOL
College position – WING
Work Ethic– STRONG
College projection– D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– Excellent ball handler with both hands. Makes good decisions and does it without over dribbling. Despite a slight frame you cannot bump her off the ball.
Shooting– Range to 22feet and now much more consistent she is a confident shooter. She has an excellent baseline pull up game.
Finishing skills– She is long for days and causes problems in the lane. She gets her hands on everything off the rim. She is a slice and dice type wing. She has sneaky quickness and explosiveness.
Overall Scoring ability- She is going to be an excellent scoring wing. Because she can shoot it or put it on the deck. She is a true connective type player. She is wonderful at spotting cutting lanes for easy basketball. While she is not going to pile up assists. She will do wonders for your ball movement and team chemistry. She is gets out in transition and finishes.
Defensive Skill– She has the potential to be a true stopper at the next level. She is underrated as a an athlete. Her hands are quick and she understands positional defense. She is getting elite coaching in high school. This will only add to this skill set. She will be a excellent rebounder that can start your break
OVERALL– Grace Cloud is emerging in a big way these days. It started in the summer and now is going into full view for all coaches to see. Her game has gone up a level. She is taking on the best competition every weekend and shinning. She has a chance to be a impactful freshman at the next level because her development continues to be staggering and impressive in every way. The work ethic and commitment has been dynamic in every sense of the word
’26 SAM GRELLA – 5’11- IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY
College position – WING
Work Ethic– GYM RAT
College projection- D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– Rock solid, nothing fancy just good ole effective skills. Pressure is a non issue
Shooting– High percentage shooter to 28 feet. Great pull up game. Left handed and uses a variety of step backs to create space . Runs off screens and hand offs for shots. Quick release
Finishing skills– Dynamic post up skills vs bigger and smaller players. Has a jump hook, drop step and spin fade on the box. She is a highly effective post up wing player
Overall Scoring ability- Under appreciated three level score. Fly’ s out in transition and can score or make the correct pass. Has a strong body and understands how to use it. Excellent corner three point shooter. She is a high percentage offensive player both at the three point line or in the paint
Defensive Skill– Can switch all three guard spots and defend under sized post players on the box. Full understanding of defensive game plans
OVERALL– The product of excellent coaching. She has seen elite competition. She was part of the team that stopped SjV’s 4 year winning streak. She has a serious competitive nature. She has a mature game. She is fully battle tested and equipped to play against the best of the best. She has multiple D1 offers for a reason
’26 SOPHIA SMITH- 6’2”- RED BANK CATHOLIC
College position– FORWARD
Work Ethic– RELIABLE
College projection– D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– improving vs double teams and late traps in the post.
Shooting–23 feet range. Great form and ball rotation. She is a confident shooter, hit the biggest shot in recent RBC history last season. Excellent mid range shooter
Finishing skills– Has the jump hook, fad away jumper and up and and under move. Excellent turn around jumper. Scores with either hand
Overall Scoring ability- She is capable of being a big scorer in time. She is a legitimate three level scorer. She runs the floor better than just about any Forward in the state. Her transition motor is big
Defensive Skill– She is a next level shot blocker. She lacks the physical strength needed to guard thick post players. But this is more about maturity. She has a full understanding of defense
OVERALL– There are few players with her true upside. She is a big time athlete with quickness speed and IQ. She has played against top notch competition in high school. She also has been in an elite practice environment. All things that will prepare her for the future. This a a player who will be a prize recruit for IVY and PATRIOT schools. She is talented , skilled and coached up
’26 SOPHIA GEORGIADES-5’8”- RUTGERS PREP HIGH SCHOOL
College position – COMBO GUARD
Work Ethic– SOLID
College projection- VERBAL TO BOSTON UNIVERSITY
Current Ball handling Skills– Next level handle with the hessy, cross overs and magical change of direction
Shooting– 25 feet range. Has all the step back and ball fakes to create space vs ELITE defenders. Can get on big scoring rolls from behind the line.
Finishing skills– Has all the floaters and change of direction moves in the lane. Puts tons of pressure on your defense in transition because she is always attacking and exploring
Overall Scoring ability- She is a next level scorer because not only does she shoot the three. Her mid range game is highly effective. She spends lots of time at the free throw line. She is elite off screens and pin downs
Defensive Skill– She need to improve. But the quickness and IQ are certainly there
OVERALL– Boston University got a huge steal. SHE IS JUST A 2026 and that is hard to believe that’s because her game is so polished and confident. She will be an impact from day one. She has the potential to be a FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR TYPE IN THE PATRIOT LEAGUE
‘26 TONI PERNETTI- 5’9”- RAMAPO HIGH SCHOOL
College position – WING
Work Ethic– RELIABLE
College projection– D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– Rock steady and mistake free. Uses both hands equally well
Shooting–Range to 22 feet. Frees her self up by waiting on screens and using hard cuts. Has a reliable and effective pull up game to 17 feet.
Finishing skills– Not dynamic but when she gets a lane she will take it and finish. She makes quick truthful decisions in traffic. She is OUTSTANDING in traffic
Overall Scoring ability- This is an underrated athletic type guard. She is a plain Jane. If you’re not watching you can miss all the intangibles. Like the passing skills, screening ability and competitive nature. Once again she does the winning shit of offensive. Shot selection, extra pass and post feeding
Defensive Skill– Plays for former D1 head Coach Sandy Gordon… need I say more? Totally prepared right now
OVERALL – She is going to be the type guard you hate to take out of games. That’s because she won’t make mistakes. She be a high percentage shooter and will defend and compete at a high level. She will be insanely consistent and help build your culture
‘26 ADDY PLATT- 5’11’- GIL ST. BERNARD
College position – WING
Work Ethic– WILLING TO WORK
College projection– D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– Both effective and reliable against next level competition
Shooting– Range to 22 feet and the pull up game takes a back seat to no one in New Jersey
Finishing skills– Next level in every way. Explosive and athletic. She can post smaller guards and punish opponents on the glass. Her quickness and strong hards make her a handful on the offensive glass. In transition she is like a mack truck coming down the line.
Overall Scoring ability- She has a full package to work with on game night. She is a true three level scorer with the ability to take over games.
Defensive Skill– Reliable and no question will be a factor at the next level because of her college body, quickness and strength. She could be a elite stopper one day
OVERALL– She has had 3 coaches in 3 years. Hopefully she has now found stability at Gil Bernard. She will be forced to do the little things and not bear all the pressure. This is a High Major lock and possible P5 type recruit. She has a college body. The perfect attitude and is competitive in a most serious way. This is a possible first team All State type player with a scary upside. She has a winning personality and most importantly a willingness to be coached
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‘26 KATIE LIGGIO- 5’9”- RED BANK CATHOLIC
College position – SHOOTING GUARD
Work Ethic– TOTAL NEXT LEVEL GYM RAT
College projection- D1
Current Ball handling Skills– Next level in every way. Has the stutter, change of direction, spin, had fakes , hand fakes. Her handle is just different
Shooting– Her range is to 30 feet and you must find her. The problem is that she has all the shot fakes, pass fakes and jabs. This is the most confident shooter in the state for good reason. She is masterful off screens as she reads defenders like a book. Then she puts massive pressure on your defense because she sprints the floor and transition looking for deep threes. Katie Liggio is a game changer as a shooter
Finishing skills– She is that rare shooter who gets to the rim with two foot floaters, one leg fads. High shots off the glass. She is devastating off the bounce. She’ll take all and anyone regardless of size into the post
Overall Scoring ability- This is an elite scorer at any level. She has the total package and game
Defensive Skill– UNDERRATED, active hands and feet. Totally understands game planing. Will box on every missed shot… does not leak out.
OVERALL– She is physical and highly competitive. She has played against Elite competition her entire life. She is going to score 1000 points regardless of where she attends college. This is a high major championship contender possible 4 year starter and offensive weapon
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’26 WHITNEY HOBSON- 5’10”- TRINITY HALL
College position – WING
Work Ethic– NEXT LEVEL GOOD
College projection– D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– has made a serious upgrade in this area. Has ball protecting skills against elite competition. She has made this a major priority. It’s paying off in a big way. Nothing show stopping. Rather she just gets the job done without the spotlight on her
Shooting– She has become like death and taxes on open threes She going to get you. It’s just a matter of time. She simply does not miss open mid range shots. Her shot selection is pristine.
Finishing skills–Loves to post smaller guards and weak defenders in the lane. Has a jump hook and lovely first step to the rim with either hand in traffic. Knows when to challenge bigs and when to pull up
Overall Scoring ability- She can score in a number of ways. In the half court or transition. She is an excellent decision maker against pressure and changing defensive teams. Has a strong body that allow her to be physical
Defensive Skill– Full understanding both on and off the ball. She is murder in traps because of her length and sneaky quickness
OVERALL– Always wants to play against the best. She is smart and ultra competitive. She is stubborn but not to a fault. She will soon find herself in a recruiting war because it has taken coaches time to catch on. That combined with her new found game. She has elevated her status by out playing those with bigger reputations. This is a future PATRIOT, IVY or HIGH ACADEMIC school winner
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’26 TESSA LIGGIO- 5’8”- RED BANK CATHOLIC
College position – POINT GUARD
Work Ethic– GYM RAT OF HIGHEST LEVEL
College projection- D1
Current Ball handling Skills– Totally next level skills and understands how to use her body and puts defenders on her back. Eats pressure for snacks. Her decision making has no match. Spilts double teams and creates for teammates
Shooting– Deadly behind screens to 28 feet. Comes off ball screens for jumpers and pull ups. Scary good on hand offs
Finishing skills– She is the most underrated guard at the rim. She is insanely physical and finishes from every angle with either hand over bigs. Despite her thin frame over powers guards.
Overall Scoring ability- She is a masterful scoring point guard. But will always turn back into a play maker Her ability to read 2nd level defenders has no match in the entire state
Defensive Skill– She has guarded them all. Name them and she has guarded them in big spots. Next level defender.
OVERALL– The list of brand names she has bagged up is too long to list. She is always at her best when the stakes are the highest. She is the best pure point guard in the state and do not debate me on this because coaches you will sound silly. Her mental toughness and edge are weapons. Tell her what is needed and she will do the rest. This is the type point guard that wins you chips. Winning big has followed her at every level of basketball.
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’26 BRE ALBA – 5’11”- CHEROKEE HIGH SCHOOL
College position – WING
Work Ethic– DYNAMIC
College projection- D1
Current Ball handling Skills–Next level as she can handle all levels of pressure. Traps and double teams don’t disrupt her game. Excellent vision and head on swivel.
Shooting– Does not miss open 23 foot shots. Shooting form is text book. Her quickness and length allow her to create space. Her pull up game is magically delicious
Finishing skills– She is an elite rim attacker. She slips and slides off rotating defenders with dirty finishes that could be highlights. Sets up opponents with easy and one dribble first step explosive rim finishes
Overall Scoring ability- In time big time elite go to scorer because of her size and strength. She has added 18 pounds of muscle. She can score inside or out consistently, while shooting a high percentage. She knows how to use screens and can rebound the ball and start the break off the bounce
Defensive Skill– No Issues
OVERALL– She is a rock star talent and built to be a high major starter. She plays and competes on every play. She is coming into her own physically. She has a deep bag and serious game. This is a must recruit. She has totally out grown her current D1 offers
’26 AVA FAJARDO– 5’5”- BLAIR ACADEMY
College position – POINT GUARD
Work Ethic– REAL
College projection- D1
Current Ball handling Skills– NEXT LEVEL and dynamic without the sauce. See’s everything ahead of it happens. Impossible to trap
Shooting–She makes you pay up to 25 feet. She reads defenders in all ball screens correctly. Can turn the corner or stop and shoot. Her screen and roll game is so next level
Finishing skills–Despite her size, she use’s one handed floaters and pull up to score in traffic. A serious problem in transition because she creates a numbers advantage and makes real decisions quickly
Overall Scoring ability- The entire package is next level. The international basketball has toughed up her game she has a deep and effective bag. She is explosive in her her quickness and pace.
Defensive Skill– wonderful on the ball and a fun to watch off the ball. Her size is a none Issue
OVERALL– This is a talent and competitive young lady. Her sister starts a IONA. She is the newer better version. She is a warrior and player who loves the competition.
’26 LOLA GIORDANO- 5’9” – RED BANK CATHOLIC
College position – COMBO GUARD
Work Ethic– Excellent and Shows up ALWAYS
College projection– D1 LOCK.
Current Ball handling Skills– She is a warrior and not cough the ball versus any level of pressure. Attacks traps and creates number advantages
Shooting– Has willed herself into a shooter. Her shooting range has improved each year and now is at 25 feet and consistent.
Finishing skills– Gets to the rim and is an elite player make or can score. Knows how to use the rim and slip by defenders. She is physically gifted and loves scoring in traffic. She is elite below the foul line.
Overall Scoring ability- She has improved her scoring because of new found three point range. But she is effective in transition because of a HIGH IQ and real visions
Defensive Skill– a possible ALL SHORE 1st TEAM ALL DEFENSIVE TEAM PLAYER. She is a special and next level defender
OVERALL– She is a coaches dream come true. That’s because she is the ultimate teammate. Her rise as a player has been dynamic year to year. She is a true winner and culture type player. She is a warrior that does all the little things better than everyone else. She will one day be a Mid MAJOR STARTER and leader because her leadership skills are off the charts…
’26 BROOKE MISSRY- 5’10”- ST. ROSE
College position – WING
Work Ethic– REAL and Committed
College projection– D1 LOCK
Current Ball handling Skills– NEXT LEVEL, rock solid and reliable against quickness and advanced defenders
Shooting– Flat out an elite shooter and more importantly a big shot maker under pressure . Range to 25 feet and the shot selection has few that are better. Knows how to find weak spots in the defense. High IQ
Finishing skills– Has a strong body and will use flash cuts to score easy buckets. Wonderful weak side rebounder. Has a nose for knowing when to attack the rim
Overall Scoring ability- Elite as in one of the best post feeders in the state. Strong body allows her to score getting down hill or use pull ups. In great shape and more than willing to play any offensive role.
Defensive Skill– A next level defender on and off the ball. She is a different maker on defense. She has a quick mind and full understanding of team defense. One of the most underrated defenders because she doesn’t look the part. She just is always in the right spot.
OVERALL– This is a next level impact player. She makes everyone around her better and does not need the spotlight. She has a real next level game. Her development of the past year has been remarkable. She is a smart and a great decision maker. She has a big D1 future. She has D1 offers and soon a recruiting war is going to take place.
