SHORE CONFERENCE TOP 5 PLAYERS IN EACH CLASS!

THE SHORE CONFERENCE IS THE MOST COMPETITIVE CONFERENCE IN AMERICA. The reason is because of the talent that runs up and down the league. They have some of the best coaches in high school basketball in the county. It became of all this that Shore area has become a hot spot for girls basketball. The number of D1 players the conference has produced has been astronomical. That doesn’t got the number of players who go on to play D2/D3

TODAY I will give that 5 best players in each class. This is not easy. But the truth of the matter is I have seen all these players for years. I know there work ethic, their development and most importantly their attitudes towards coaching. There will be no mistakes with this list

CLASS OF 2026

ADDY NYEMCHEK-RBC– There is no question who the best player in the state of New Jersey is right now. Her ability to to dominate games with and without the ball is something we have rarely seen. Many believe she is the best two way player in Shore history. I AGREE! The “BAD WOMAN” is the Larry Bird of girls basketball. She is off the play in the BIG TEN for INDIANA UNIVERSITY

MADISON KOCIS- SJV-is the most versatile and efficient guard I have seen in years. She also has improved each season. The gym rat’s ability to step up her game in big way ever since her freshman year, is remarkable. Her SCT show stopping performance as freshman was just a sign of what was coming. She is the best post up guard in the state. She has transformed her game from pure shooter to complete game. She can play all three guard positions. MADISON will play in the IVY LEAGUE for U PENN (WHARTON SCHOOL)

TESSA LIGGIO- RBC– There will be many who try to claim the title of best point guard in New Jersey. The problem is just about every one of those guard have felt the wrath of TESSA LIGGO. She is the ultimate leader and floor general. Her assist to turnover unmeasurable ratio is insane. Her ability to knock down shots is scary and her ability to play without stress all goes totally unnoticed. That’s because she makes it all seem so easy. TESSA WILL ATTEND THE PATRIOT SCHOOL BUCKNELL

KATIE LIGGIO-.RBC -is the most dangerous shooter in the state. Here shooting range is unmeasurable. Her shot faking and passing making ability has no match. Her ability to set up defenders for mid range shots is gift. She has elevated her defense and rebounding over the years. Her ability to play without ball and constant movement are next level stuff. KATIE will play next year in THE ATLANTIC 10 for the UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND.

STELLA LOCKHART- SJV-She has turned her herself into one of most complete and competitive players in all of New Jersey. She has improved every area of game the past three years. Her shooting, passing , rebounding defense and conditioning are all next level. The gym rat along with Taylor Solfilkanick form the most dominant front court in the state. STELLA will continue her career in THE BIG EAST AT GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY.

honorable mention– ASHLEY SOFILKANICH (SJV), DANELLA MALESKY(RBC)

2027 CLASS

KYLEE BEAM- HOWELL – She is far and away the class goat. She is one of the few ‘27’ that get in the gym and can be called a gym. rat She is big and strong and has proven she can play against the very best competition and dominate. She has improved her three point shooting. Her ability to put the ball on the floor and finish at the rim all that makes her a serious problem. Miss Reliable, as she is never injured or misses a day in the gym. KYLEE currently has real D1 offers on the table.

TATUM SHARPE- SJV- she had a breakthrough summer. She proved she is ready for prime time. Her ability to to run the floor is a special talent. As is her offensive rebounding ability. She right now is a college level defender. She has the potential to be an elite stopper in college. But the real story is her improved shooting ability this summer. She has become stronger and more physical over the years. TATUM is a player with a massive upside. She currently has REAL D1 offers on the table.

CALLIE DECKER- ST. ROSE– She became a true gym rat this summer. She has stepped up her performances it seems every night. Her ability to score at all three levels is the reason for her growth. Blessed with quickness and creativity, she has the ability to breakdown the best defenses. She is athletic and has quick hands. She is murder in transition. She has willed herself into a Top 5 player in the 2027 class. CALLIE has REAL D1 offers on the table.

LIZZY LYONS- SJV– No question she is the most interesting player in the class. Lyons has a boat load of potential and at times has flashed it in a major way. She had a rock solid summer and will hope to build on it with her expanded role at SJV. Lizzy Lyons is long and plays with a real IQ. Her ability to post up and step away from the basket make her effective and versatile. Many have been waiting for her to explode since her freshman year. This just might be the year, her upside is enormous.

ABBY STURM- RBC-.She is surrounded by so much talent daily that it has elevated her game. She did not enter high school as a Top 5 poster in the class. But her improvement has been off the charts. She has grown physically and stands at 6’0” right now. She is highly skilled and played with a tremendous amount of confidence. Her ability to score with both hands or shoot the three has coaches drooling. She is an excellent stretch four and one the fastest emerging players in the shore.

MADELINE NOLAN- MANCHESTER– While basketball is not her main sport. Maddie has prove her worth since her freshman year. She was First Team All Freshman. Her quick feet and hands make her a dangerous defender. Her ability to score at all three levels make her a threat anytime game is on the court. She is tracking as a future 1000 point scorer.

2028

ARI WISSEN – BRICK TWP– he is currently the class GOAT. She is the current FRESHMAN OF THE YEAR for good reason. She is the ultimate gym rat and most focused underclassmen in the Shore. She is a deadly three pointer and hard to defend off the bounce. She is hyper competitive and plays with next level IQ. Ari plays much bigger than her size. The future D1 players may have her 1000 points before her junior year starts.

ALLISON McANDREW- COLTS NECK-.She had high expectations entering her freshman year. These days she as exceeded all those expectations. McANDREW simply blew up and has taken her game to an entirely different level. High ability to score inside and out are impressive. Her passing at times is magical she is big and strong and loves a challenge. No player in this class has made a bigger jump as a player. She is a future D1 lock!

CALISTA VOWTERAS- MANASQUAN – Coaches, if you don’t know her, you better learn her name quick. This is by far the biggest Sleeper on this list. She is fast and explosive. She is a true hard nosed defender. The FIRST TEAM ALL FRESHMAN member also has turned herself into a knock out three point shooter. She is excellent passer and has a natural basketball IQ. This is a future D1 lock and ALL SHORE FIRST TEAM PLAYER

EMILY DONAHUE- COLTS NECK– She is by far the best young PG in the Shore. Her IQ and ability to pass the ball is beyond next level. She see things no other guard see’s. She make tough passes look easy. She makes the basic pass seen amazing. Never fancy or unnecessary.. Everything she does has a purpose. She knows when to go score and in the biggest of moments. She is fearless when playing top competition. Now that her three point shooting has caught up with her passing. The question is not if she’ll play D1 … it’s at what level!

KENZIE KLATSKY- MARLBORO– She is a walking bucket. She is the most explosive offensive player in the class by a mile. Double and triple teams do not effect her That’s because of her strong athletic body and excellent handle. She scores without being a ball hog or taking bad shots. She is an excellent interior passer and understands how to get to open spots on the floor. She is constantly moving without the ball. She will score 2000 points and never career be an all time greats at Marlboro. She is a D1 LOCK

CASEY ZAMMIT- HOLMDEL- She just keeps watch her game rise. She is an insanely underrated athlete. She has explosive leaping ability and is sneaky quick. She is tough at the rim and buries the three with range. Last year she was First Team All Freshman. She can play all three guard positions and will wear a D1 uniform

honorable mention– JULIANNA “JULES” JASINA– COLTS NECK, KENDALL FREDRICKSEN- BRICK TWP

2029

EYLLA KRYAL- TRINITY HALL– There is not much debate as to who is the class GOAT. She not just elevated her game. She has moved to a status that nobody could have predicted. Ella is a scoring machine and dynamic passer. Her improved defense has been to a massive about of time in the gym. The is a true gym rat in every sense of the words. Her growth in size and physicality is shocking to say the least. She is a future ALL SHORE PLAYER OF YEAR CANDIDATE. Eylla will certainly be on of the most recruiting players in New Jersey at some point

SUMAIYAH LASHLEY– RBC- She is one of the most talented freshman in the state. She has high school ready body and flashes some dynamic moments at times. She is a excellent plasser and defender. She also is that rare freshman that can rebound in traffic right now. She is the ultimate leader and teammate. Sue has a big upside and a chance to one day be a dominate player for RBC. She certainly has D1 genes and once she puts it together look for greatness.

PEYTON CLARK- ST. ROSE– She has so much raw talent, that its just a matter of time before we see something special. Her quickness and ability get bye defenders, you can teach. Her ability to drop dimes to teammates you can’t team. She is coachable and is as competitive as any kid you will meet. Her body and conditioning is as good as it gets. As her shooting continues to get better, she will start to become a dominant player. There is no doubt is a a future D1 player

BROOKE SOFILKANICH– SJV- No player in the freshman class has her upside…She has size, strength and is athletic. She runs the floor and is super physical and competitive. Now throw in she will be in one of the best teaching environments in the country like her sisters and greatness awaits. D1 College coaches will beg for her services. She has soft hands to play in the post and she can step away from the basket and shoot. This is a highly skilled player. She is smart and coachable. This could be the best post player in the Shore before her high school days are over.

NATALIE WHITEHEAD– RBC- This really is no surprise as she has shown she play against next level competition right now. She is flat out a dangerous shooter with range. But it’s her defense that is shocking everyone. She is quick feet and shown the ability to guard without fouling. She is simply dirty off the bounce. Natalie Whitehead’s work ethic is beyone next level. It’s dream like. Joe Montano and RBC have another future D1 player on their hands.