Shore Conference A South Players To Watch This Summer
Shore Conference A South returns a host of talented players this coming season. Brick Memorial and Jackson Memorial bring back the bulk of the talent–Once again, we are aware the Shore is re-aligning divisions and that Mater Dei has closed,…
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Continue ReadingShore Conference A South returns a host of talented players this coming season. Brick Memorial and Jackson Memorial bring back the bulk of the talent–Once again, we are aware the Shore is re-aligning divisions and that Mater Dei has closed, but our preview is based off of last year’s divisions for the summer–We’ll break down the new divisions as our previews for the season approach.
Josh Michigan Josh Michigan 6'4" | SG Compass Prep | 2024 State NJ | 6’4” | G | Brick Memorial 2023
Michigan combined with Scranton bound big Luke Braaten to lead BM to a 20 win season as a junior and he’s having a big summer heading into his senior year with the Jersey Force . He’s got extensive range as a shooter and continues to expand his game attacking the basket. He’s got a high “basketball IQ”, can beat defenders off the dribble and is showing an expanding skillset this summer. He smoked Toms River South for 32, Middletown North 28 and lit up a 20 win Jacksom Memorial team for 23 as his top games as a junior. Colleges should be knocking down the door and a big senior year will have him right around 1,000 pts.
Brian Starrett Brian Starrett 6'2" | PG Brick Memorial | 2023 State NJ | G | Brick Memorial 2023
One of the key returners in the backcourt along with Michigan for the Mustangs. He’s a versatile player who played a support role in terms of scoring last year—He did a lot of second chance work. He’s a good ballhandler with solid court vision. He contributed on the glass as a guard and also showed his court vision and hoops IQ by dishing out 160 assists. He had 14 vs Hamilton West in states and also chipped in13 in a win over SJV.
Samir Padilla Samir Padilla 5'10" | PG Jackson Memorial | 2023 State NJ | G | Jackson Memorial 2023
Padilla had a break out season as a junior after coming over from Lakewood. He fueled the Jaguars return to the top tier of teams in the Shore by hitting for over 20PPG. He’s got good handles and a quick first step. He could make a run at first team all Shore this winter and colleges should have an eye on Jackson’s high scoring guard.
Respect Tyleek Respect Tyleek 6'1" | CG Jackson Memorial | 2023 State NJ | G | Jackson Memorial 2023
Tyleek also came over from Lakewood to help the Jags to a solid 2021-2022 season. He’s a tough defenders with long arms and active feet. He’s a good ballhandler and can get at the hoop. For Jackson to maintain that consistency this year, he’ll have to be consistent—He showed flashes of what he’s capable of last year with 19 vs Holmdel and 17 vs Trenton, but consistency will define his senior year.
Keith Adame Keith Adame 6'1" | CG Jackson Memorial | 2023 State NJ | G | Jackson Memorial 2023
Adame is a tough guard who can get at the rim off the dribble and isn’t afraid of drawing contact on his way through. He’s got the ability to score at multiple levels and can get after it on defense. He had 18 vs Southern and 17 vs Toms River South as top games as a junior.
Jaycen Santucci Jaycen Santucci 6'4" | SG Central Regional | 2025 State NJ | G | Central 2025
Coach Mike Clemente has a solid 1-2 punch with Santucci and Myles Chevalier capable of driving Central forward in the Shore Conference. Santucci knows how to get at the bucket and can play through contact. He’s got a solid shooting form and can hit it from deep. Good ballhandler who will only rise in our rankings.