Big North Conference: Season Preview
Greg Patuto
<p>The Big North Conference is one of the biggest in New Jersey. In size, talent level, and competition, the Big North is huge. Every division is loaded with future collegiate players and this makes for great games on the court. In 2019-2020, it will be no different.</p>
<p><strong>2018-2019 Season Recap</strong></p>
<p>The Big North Conference was one game and four points away from having the best team in the state. Bergen Catholic finished 27-4 last season. They fell in the Tournament of Champions final game to Scottie Lewis, Bryan Antoine, and Ranney. </p>
<p>Bergen Catholic might have led the way but they were just one of eight teams with 20 or more wins. Ramsey lost just three times all season which was the lowest total in the conference. Ramapo and Fair Lawn also had strong seasons and will not be going anywhere anytime soon.</p>
<p>Bergen Catholic was the big winner in the conference winning the championship, winning the Non Public A title, and advancing to the T.O.C. finals. they will be without Zach Freemantle who is now with Xavier but their program is in good hands.</p>
<p><strong>2019-202 Season Preview</strong></p>
<p>Bergen Catholic will be led by Notre Dame commit Matt Zona this season. He is one of many talented players in the conference but he may be the best. The same could be said about Ramsey's Sean Hansen.</p>
<p>Hansen was a First-Team All-Big North selection in his junior season. At 6'8, Hansen possesses a unique skillset that led him to 16.5 points and 9.8 rebounds per game as a junior. Those numbers have a strong chance of improving in his final high school season.</p>
<p>Don Bosco Prep landed Myles Ruth prior to the 2018 season. He transferred from Linden and made immediate noise in the conference. The Big North is loaded with big men but Ruth does not let anyone forget about the guard talent. Ruth and Billy Klarmann from Northern Highlands will be a force at the point guard position.</p>
<p>Heading into the season, Bergen Catholic is the favorite to win the conference and their state title again. There are many talented teams that can knock them off. Basketball in North Jersey is back in a big way. The reputation of the Big North Conference will only continue to grow.</p>
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