Today, I will tell you who are currently the top players in each class. Remember development plays a big role here. A kid one year could be at the top of this list and in another year can fall off the list. That’s the reality of sports. While this is subjective, just remember my track record in such area’s speaks for itself. I’ve seen ALL theses kids in real environments against real competition. If a player is not playing against real competition..I have no opinion regarding that particular player. I know the work ethics of kids. I, weather a player is a good teammates and MOST IMPORTANTLY what that players improvement curve looks like, weather it’s real or hype. I know if there game will translate to the next level.
Now keep in mind these players are listed in no order… it’s just the 5 best in each class, RIGHT NOW AT THIS MOMENT. But college coaches a special note to you, keep in mind some mega talents did not make the cut. This list is based on the summer and what kids I believe are working the hardest towards getting better. Remember some kids who had quality July live periods shut it down completely in August .. that should act as a red flag to all coaches. Many kids who have committed, changed there habits and lost their sense of urgency. These kids should scare you the most. That’s because they do not change at the next level. But then again there are some kids who have stepped up in a big way since you last saw them. These are the kids that help you keep your job and you build your team culture with. There are a few things you should know, that I strongly take into account. None better than some kids are new to this list and there are always kids who get missed… just ask KRISTINA DONZA. One thing is certainly clear… by the start of the season this list will most certainly change!
How a player makes the list
- There is no Substitute for talent
- The Players improvement curve
- Size, length and strength matters
- The competitive nature
- I’ve seen the player vs elite competition on a regular basis
- Physical growth
- True work ethic.. excuse free training
- A Special skill set(shooting, ball handing, passing etc)
- GYM RATS
- High IQ
HERE ARE THE TOP 5 PLAYERS IN THE SHORE… RIGHT NOW
2022
MADISON ST. ROSE– St. John Vianney
GEORGIA HEINE– Manasquan
JUSTINE PISSOTT– Red Bank Catholic
MARY DONNELY– Manasquan
MEGAN CAHALAN– St. John Vianney
2023
“Cracklings” ROSIE SCOGNAMIGLIO– St. Rose
JANIE BACHMANN– St. John Vianney
EMMA CARMAN– Red Bank Catholic
GABBIE ROSS– Donovan Catholic
ZOE BROOKS– St. John Vianney
2024
CAMRYN GARDER– Red Bank Reg
NINA EMANCE– TRINITY HALL
JULIA KARPELL– ST. John Vianney
SIOBHAN STAPLETON– Trinty Hall
KATIE COLLINS– Manasquan
2025
CHRISTINA LIGGIO– Red Bank Catholic
OLIVIA SHAUGHNESSY – Manasquan
TESSA CARMAN– Red Bank Catholic
KAYDEN CLARKE– Ocean High School
ALEENA DINKER– St. John Vianney
2026… this was almost impossible. I give you 7 (all are D1 locks) but this list could be 15 right now!
JADA LYNCH– undecided
ADDIE “the bad women” NYEMCHEK– Red Bank Catholic
KATIE LIGGIO– Red Bank Catholic
LOLA GIORDANO – undecided
DANIELLA MALETSKI– undecided
CHARLOTTE BRADLEY– undecided
TESSA LIGGIO– Red Bank Catholic
HONORABLE MENTION .. these are players if you feel are Top 5 … YOU COULD BE RIGHT!
2022
ALLY CARMAN– Red Bank Catholic
AMAYA EVANS– NEPTUNE
GIA PISSOTT– Toms River North
ASHLEY O’CONNOR– St. John Vianney
ABBY FERGUSON– Holmdel high school
2023
JULIA COSENTINO– Rumson Fair Heaven
CASEY PRIOR– Red Bank Catholic
MIKALEA HUBBARD– St John Vianney
EMILY CAVANAUGH– St. Rose
2024
HOPE MASONIOUS– Manasquan (injured)
MEGAN SIAS- Tom’s River North(injured)
DEVYN QUIGLEY– Manchester
2025
LIZZY MITCHELL– St. Rose
CAROLINE POLLOWAY– Red Bank Catholic
SHAE DONNELY– Manasquan
2026.. TOO MANY TO LIST!